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Many of us don’t like the idea of going to a hospital, for anything. Thanks to advances in technology and some smart partnering, BioD Medica have managed to bring a Medical Grade portable ECG system into Malaysia - which could save some Malaysians having to go through the uncomfortable situation of going to the hospital. How did they do it? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pandemic has put a stop to many recreational activities, such as going to the cinema and travelling abroad. Calvin Ho, executive director of Sunway Theme Parks, chimes in on how the theme parks and the attractions industry in general have been affected by the recurring lockdowns and ever-changing regulations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prince Premium+ is a new player in the Malaysian glove manufacturing sector. They’ve recently started shipping gloves to countries in Europe, U.S., and the Middle East - a mean feat considering the company was in the business of providing security surveillance solutions until just last year. We discuss their spontaneous pivot into nitrile and latex examination-grade gloves, what’s underpinned their early success, and how they plan to keep up with global demand during this pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In line with World Environment Day, we’re speaking to Sustainable Superheroes: causes or companies dedicated to upholding and promoting sustainable practices. In this episode, we speak to Seah Kian Hoe, CEO and Founder of Heng Hiap Industries about upcycling plastic, and how they became the first company in the world to be certified with the Ocean Bound Plastic (OBP) certification. Brought to you by Volvo Cars; Redefining freedom to move in a personal, sustainable, and safe way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In line with World Environment Day, we’re speaking to Sustainable Superheroes: causes or companies dedicated to upholding and promoting sustainable practices. In this episode, we speak with the founders of Fefifo, a technology-first co-farming company that focuses on empowering a new generation of progressive farmers in ASEAN. Brought to you by Volvo Cars; Redefining freedom to move in a personal, sustainable, and safe way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In line with World Environment Day, we’re speaking to Sustainable Superheroes: causes or companies dedicated to upholding and promoting sustainable practices. In this episode, co-founder of Ocean Hero Conservation, Shirene Moong, discusses the importance of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 14 - Life Below Water; why she’s dedicated to educating the masses (especially the younger generations) about plastic pollution in oceans; and how the pandemic has not only had an effect on the operations of her campaigns, but also the impact of ocean-based plastic waste. Brought to you by Volvo Cars; Redefining freedom to move in a personal, sustainable, and safe way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In line with World Environment Day, we’re speaking to Sustainable Superheroes: causes or companies dedicated to upholding and promoting sustainable practices. In this episode, we discuss plastic waste - one of the world’s most crucial human health and environmental concerns - with the guys behind The Water Wizard. Paul & Christine talk to us about The Watertree Project, which recently made available eco-friendly boxed water in Malaysia, and how they’re helping Malaysian consumers change their consumption behaviour and reduce the amount of Single Use Plastic in Malaysia. Brought to you by Volvo Cars; Redefining freedom to move in a personal, sustainable, and safe way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In line with World Environment Day, we’re speaking to Sustainable Superheroes: causes or companies dedicated to upholding and promoting sustainable practices. In this episode, we speak with Clara Wan, founder of Graze Market, a surplus food market which aims to bridge the gap between food waste and hunger by offering fresh produce that would have been discarded, at a discounted price to the public. Brought to you by Volvo Cars; Redefining freedom to move in a personal, sustainable, and safe way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A total of 2.4 billion period products are disposed of yearly in Malaysia, contributing to the landfills being filled up with a woman using 11,000 pads or tampons on average in her lifetime. However, most period products contain toxic ingredients which can be harmful to the body. We speak to Malisse Tan, founder and CEO of eco-friendly period products Bobble on why she started her company, why their products stand out and how she navigates through an evolving market as an entrepreneur.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the MCO has tightened its grip on the nation, many people are not allowed to travel. This, obviously, has led to a decline in people purchasing nationwide travel tickets. But if you’re a nationwide coach operator, what can you do to ensure that your business stays afloat? You pivot. And instead of delivering people, you deliver parcels. We’ll be speaking to Kexuan Ooi about the challenging times that private bus operators are currently facing, and how they’re thinking out of the box.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.