Life Confessions - SYOK Podcast [ENG]

Sharmendran Raghonathan, Malaysia’s National Head Karate Coach and most successful SEA Games karate athlete, reflects on his transition from elite competitor to national leader, sharing the mindset shifts, disciplines, and hard decisions that come with coaching at the highest level.

Veteran actress and acting coach Fatimah Abu Bakar reflects on childhood, mentorship, and the moment acting became more than a profession. She speaks candidly about vulnerability, emotional blocks, and why true acting begins with watching people closely.

Healthcare costs are rising, access is uneven, and public trust is fragile. In Life Confessions S4E35, MSD Managing Director Abdullahi Sheriff speaks candidly about leadership when lives are at stake — and what must change in Malaysia’s healthcare system before it’s too late.

Miss Universe Malaysia Chloe Lim speaks candidly about her pageant journey, the pressures of beauty standards and social media scrutiny, and why education as a human right matters to her.

Malaysia’s drone industry is exploding—but what does that really mean for jobs, safety, and the future of tech talent? In this episode, Datuk P. Sri Ganes breaks down how drones work, why TVET skills matter, and what it takes to build a skilled, secure Malaysian drone workforce.

Foodpanda Malaysia's Managing Director Tan Ming Luk opens up about purpose-driven leadership, supporting riders, and transforming SMEs in a rapidly evolving digital economy. He addresses public concerns around gig worker welfare, transparency during controversies, and how the platform balances scale with human connection.

In this episode, Ibrahim Sani breaks down the realities of leading Yayasan Peneraju through Malaysia’s biggest talent, equity, and education challenges. We dive into scaling opportunities without losing quality, bridging urban–rural divides, and navigating debates on meritocracy, race-based support, and national ambition.

Tengku Yasmin Nastasha of CPSKL opens up about the emotional toll of protecting Malaysia’s most vulnerable children — and the urgent risks they face today. From online grooming to abuse within care homes, she confronts the issues many are too afraid to talk about. This is a raw, honest look at what it really takes to fight for a safer future.

Join us in this special episode of Life Confessions as we sit down with renowned Malaysian activist and journalist Zainah Anwar — co-founder of Sisters in Islam (SIS) and a driving force in women’s rights within the Muslim world. A rare conversation that blends heart, history, and humanity — this is Zainah Anwar as you’ve never seen her before.

Actress. Icon. Storyteller. Datin Sofia Jane has lived through every era of Malaysian cinema — the glamour, the silence, and the resurgence. In this interview, she opens up about stepping away from fame, rediscovering her craft, and what she wants future filmmakers to remember about the Malaysia she helped shape.