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Today I Learned

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Malaysia
Psychology
Personality Tests
Perfectionism
Language Formation
Placebo Effect
Scams
Memory
Emotions
Mental Health
Mental State Of the World Report
Phishing
Cryptocurrency
Investment Scams
Burnout
VIA Character Strengths Inventory
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
Perception
Healthy Relationships
Self-Love

The world is in debt, but who are we in debt to? Pro-wrestling is fake, so why do we love it? These are the kinds of discussions we have on Today I Learned -- a weekly show exploring a plethora of topics, to satisfy your curious mind!

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Money doesn’t grow on trees, and we’re taught from a young age that we must always be prudent about how we spend our money. But how many of us are taught how to do that and do it well? Capping off the month where Today I Learned has been focusing on ... more

They say the best way to smoke your last cigarette is to not have one at all, but we know it is easier said than done. In this first month of 2026, Today I Learned will be focusing on different areas of personal improvement. In this episode, we explo... more

In the first month of 2026, Today I Learned will be focusing on different areas of personal improvement. For this episode, the question is: how can I sleep better? We sit down with sleep psychologist Julian Lim to understand how sleep really works - ... more

In the first month of 2026, Today I Learned will be focusing on different areas of personal improvement. For this episode, the question is: how do I make friends? We’ve heard about the Friendship Recession - and while most research is based on the US... more

As we near the end of the year, it’s a busy time for family get-togethers, especially as children are on school break and adults are taking time off work. Whether you’re having dinner together with the extended family or going on a break with your pa... more

We explore how Western Christianity and colonialism have shaped the political and religious landscape of Palestine, and how Palestinians have responded through traditions of ecumenism, solidarity, and resistance. Paul Catafago joins us to talk about ... more

Partly inspired by Pluribus and its philosophical questions, but mostly by the shared experience of living in Malaysia, tonight’s episode attempts to understand whether humans are - at our psychological base - more inclined towards an individualistic... more

Famously known for his “peculiar” way of cooking, chemist and one of the co-founders of molecular gastronomy, Hervé This, joins us to give us a peek into this world and why he thinks this is the future of food. From gels and emulsions to using pure c... more

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Dr. Eugene Tee
Co-author of The Tyranny of Speed
Episode: Why We Should Learn to Take a Pause
Sandy Clarke
Co-author of The Tyranny of Speed
Episode: Why We Should Learn to Take a Pause
Jack Sim
Founder of the World Toilet Organization
Episode: Flushing Out The Truth In Our Public Toilets
William Dalrymple
Travel writer, broadcaster, and author of several award-winning histories of India.
Episode: What Ancient India Gave The World
Azif Azhuddin
Political researcher at Iman Research
Iman Research
Episode: Navigating The Political Divide
Kamal Hasis
21-year-old international relations student at the University of Nottingham, Malaysia
University of Nottingham, Malaysia
Episode: Navigating The Political Divide
Shankar Kandasamy
Head of the Bharatanatyam Faculty at the Temple of Fine Arts
Temple of Fine Arts
Episode: What is Deepavali?
Ivy Philip
Founder of EmployAble, with a background in developmental and educational psychology, focusing on supporting neurodivergent talents and training employers.
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Episode: How Do I Prepare My Autistic Child For Employment?
Sharon Seah
Senior Fellow and Coordinator at the ASEAN Studies Centre
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Episode: ASEAN for Beginners: What It Is and Why It Matters

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Why We Should Learn to Take a Pause
Q: How do we live our lives a bit differently?
Focus on being intentional about your time and seek pockets of rest even in fast-paced environments.
Why We Should Learn to Take a Pause
Q: Is imposter syndrome a common side effect of the tyranny of speed?
Yes, many experience anxiety related to feeling inadequate as they struggle to keep up with demands.
What Ancient India Gave The World
Q: Can you give us a little sense of how you tackle that in your book?
Gold mining specifically is incredibly important. It's one of the things that the Indian sailors are looking for when they come here.
What Ancient India Gave The World
Q: What is it that drew you to come through to this, you know, kind of modern metropolis, as we like to believe it is, but via our very ancient Lombar Bujang?
I've spent the last five years trying to make sense of the way that ideas from India diffused out over the world.
Flushing Out The Truth In Our Public Toilets
Q: What are some of the very basic requirements for a clean and safe public toilet?
Basic requirements include employing a professional cleaner, ensuring ventilation, and providing good maintenance.

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