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HIGHLIGHTS 

EVENING EDITION

  • We're on, when you're off.

  • The Evening Edition team restores sanity to your day even as you’re stuck in traffic trying to get home. And let's face it, who isn’t? We tackle the biggest headlines with analysis, updates and opinions, and get your take on all the issues that matter most. And as a bonus: the stories are soundtracked to BFM's distinctive music and tunes!

    The Evening Edition runs the gamut, bringing you current affairs stories, in-depth interviews, and a slice of pop culture as you wind down for the day.


Current Shows

  • Inside Story (view podcasts)

    We get the inside story on the major headline of the day, exploring different facets and perspectives to gain deeper insight.

  • Popek Popek Parlimen (view podcasts)

    We bring you the latest updates from the inside of the Dewan Rakyat, from policy discussions to explosive exchanges!

  • Popcorn Culture (view podcasts)

    Talking apes and Jedi Knights are cool, but how do they impact Hollywood as a whole? That's the kind of stuff we talk about on Popcorn Culture - a mixed-bag-exploration of the movies, TV shows, and pop culture buzz that we love, as well as the ones we love (slightly) less.

  • By The Book (view podcasts)

    A show that celebrates books, and the act of reading. We delve into topical discussions that rotate between an array of themes and occasions, author interviews, and book club panel discussions.

  • Trending Today (view podcasts)

    We trawl through social media (starting with X (formerly known as Twitter) but looking at all the others too!) to find out what the hottest conversations of the day are.

  • Top 5 At 5 (view podcasts)

    A countdown of the 5 biggest stories of the day, to catch you up on all you need to know!

  • Made in Malaysia (view podcasts)

    Made in Malaysia is the show that’s all about the people and things that make Malaysia, Malaysia. 


Past Shows

  • Talkback (view podcasts)

    We tackle all of the big headlines under the sun, both at home and around the world, with commentary and insights from a variety of experts, all while getting your thoughts and opinions on attention-grabbing topics. Everything's fair game!

  • Q & Eh? (view podcasts)

    Bring your magnifying glasses! Our expert guests feed your curiosity on a wide range of day-to-day concerns, from taxes and financial planning, to road safety and the economy.

  • Off The Ball (view podcasts)

    Catch up with Kam Raslan and the gang as they look back at the weekend's big European football matches. You're in for manager post-match interviews, game highlights, as well as a preview of the midweek games.

  • On The Ball (view podcasts)

    Catch up with Kam Raslan and the gang in this show that builds up to the football happening over the weekend. They take you through the big news of the week, a look back at the midweek matches, and a preview of the weekend's games.

  • Everyone's A Critic (view podcasts)

    Everyone's A Critic is our arts review show, where we discuss various works from the performing and visual arts scene, both local and international. Along with our guest reviewers, we critique these works and talk about what works, what doesn't, and generally, celebrate our love for the arts.

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Today’s Shows



6:00 AM

The 6AM Stretch

Thought-provoking discussions on ideas, people and events shaping our lives.

7:00 AM

World Market Watch

Tim Mulholland, President, TJM Limited, Chicago tells us where international markets are heading.

7:15 AM

Morning Brief

We recap global and local headlines from today's papers and portals.

7:30 AM

Morning Brief

Prof. Alexis Dudden of NUS discusses what’s at stake in Japan’s snap election this Sunday.

7:45 AM

Morning Brief

Dr. Renard Siew, Climate Change & Sustainability Expert discusses if Malaysia’s e-waste import ban will make a real change.

8:00 AM

The Breakfast Grille

Juan Carlos Moreno Gutiérrez, Chargé d’Affaires of Colombia in Malaysia, discusses Colombia-Malaysia ties and his views on the US–Venezuela crisis.

8:30 AM

Morning Brief

Dr. Michael Montesano, Associate Senior Fellow, ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute talks about Thai election.

8:45 AM

Morning Brief

Trung Ghi, Partner and Head of Energy & Utilities at Arthur D. Little in Asia Pacific, discusses the global critical minerals landscape in the wake of US government's recent moves.

9:00 AM

Opening Bell

(REPEAT)Tim Mulholland, President, TJM Limited, Chicago tells us where international markets are heading.

9:15 AM

Opening Bell

Geoff Howie, Market Strategist, Singapore Exchange gives us an outlook for Singapore's market.

9:35 AM

What's The Focus

We wrap up the week’s biggest conversations to keep you in the know.

10:05 AM

Open For Business

Co-founders Sean Tan and Jesmine Tan join us to break down what has changed since we last spoke to them in 2024, how their revenue mix and operations have evolved, the commercial logic behind their move into kids skincare, the economics of selling across online and physical retail, and how they are balancing scale with profitability as they plan for 2026 and beyond.

11:00 AM

Mattsplained

Matt Armitage, Founder, Kulturpop

12:00 PM

Enterprise Explores

MTDC 2

1:00 PM

The Breakfast Grille Repeat

Juan Carlos Moreno Gutiérrez, Chargé d’Affaires of Colombia in Malaysia, discusses Colombia-Malaysia ties and his views on the US–Venezuela crisis.

2:05 PM

Discovery Hour

An eclectic selection of BBC shows, curated with variety in mind.

3:05 PM

Front Row

Young theatre makers push boundaries in The Young Blood Experiment. We speak to Yanu and Yuthes Umadevi Navarathinam about their bold new plays and ideas.

3:20 PM

Front Row

Tune in to find out about the latest happenings in the local arts scene, and get the lowdown on the best shows and exhibitions in town.

4:05 PM

Health & Living

We look at MAKNA’s 30-year history in helping improve the lives of cancer patients.

5:00 PM

Top 5 at 5

A countdown of the 5 biggest stories of the day, to catch you up on all you need to know!

6:00 PM

Popcorn Culture

We review Sam Raimi’s survival-horror flick, Send Help, and then ask: What are the best depictions of survival, whether in movies or TV?

7:00 PM

Just For Kicks

We look back at the semi final matches of the Carabao Cup that saw Arsenal and Man City booking their places in the final, and look ahead to Matchweek 25 of the EPL!

8:00 PM

Bar None

Bowling legend, Esther Cheah joins us in the studio to reflect on her career after announcing her retirement recently.

9:00 PM

The Selector

Covering all styles of music from indie, dubstep, folk, soul, electro and everything in between from some of the most exciting artists in the UK.