Are We OK? hosted by Dr. Ong Kian Ming and Peter Yong from Mr Money TV, is your indispensable Malaysian podcast delving into topics of governance, policies, politics, and the economy.
It's more than just a discussion platform; we want to foster open conversations about current matters affecting Malaysians’ lives all while providing insightful analysis and engaging discussions, making complex topics accessible to all.
"Banana Republic" Policymaking? | Bo Borak Moto vs MITI's EV Rules | EP 108
In this episode of Are We OK, we sit down with Lua Bo Feng, known online as Bo Borak Moto, a car enthusiast and content creator who has built a huge following talking about Malaysia's auto industry. We get his honest take on why he thinks MITI is controlling the EV and car market too much, from setting minimum prices to blocking certain brands from selling freely.
We break down his biggest complaints, including why he calls some of MITI's decisions "banana republic" level policymaking, how the B40 group ends up paying more for cars because of these rules, and the real story behind why BYD faced sudden restrictions this year. We also talk about the lack of transparency in how the government decides which car companies get special incentives.
Finally, we zoom out to ask a bigger question. Should Malaysia keep protecting local car companies at the expense of everyday buyers, or is it time to let the market compete freely so prices can come down for the people who need it most.
00:00 - Teaser
00:48 - Meet Bo Borak Moto: From Classic Cars to Viral TikTok
02:14 - How Bo Started His Channel During MCO
06:15 - Did MITI Ever Reach Out to Bo Directly?
07:18 - Bo's First Gripe: MITI "Mothering" the Car Industry
08:34 - Why B40 Buyers End Up Subsidizing the Industry
13:45 - The EV Dilemma: Are Electric Cars Really Saving You Money
17:28 - The Lack of Transparency in MITI's Incentive Framework
21:17 - What Is ABDC and Why Its Rules Are Kept Secret
25:31 - Was the BYD Restriction a Communications Issue or Something Deeper?
29:46 - Breaking Down MITI's May EV Policy Announcement
32:12 - Did the Pressure on BYD Come From Higher Up?
37:17 - Taking Off the MITI Hat: A National Cost Perspective
40:07 - What Should MITI's Real Job Actually Be?
#AreWeOK #MalaysianPolitics #BoBorakMoto #MITI #EVMalaysia #AutomotivePolicy #PodcastMalaysia #Proton #Perodua #BYD #MalaysianEconomy #PublicPolicy #CarReviewMY
19 Sept 2026
"Why I Quit DAP On Merdeka Day" | Anthony Loke's "Madu" Remark, Explained | EP 102
In this episode of Are We OK, Dr. Ong Kian Ming finally opens up about why he resigned from DAP after 14 years, choosing Merdeka Day to make it official. He explains the three real reasons behind his decision, from his pledge to help Khairy Jamaluddin campaign to his concerns over where DAP is heading next.
We also dive into Secretary General Anthony Loke's pointed "habis madu, sepah dibuang" remark, widely seen as aimed at Dr Ong, and give him the chance to respond directly and explain his side. From there, the conversation turns to who might replace Anthony Loke as Secretary General, and what that could mean for DAP's future direction and image.
Finally, Dr Ong and Peter talk about the bigger shift happening in Malaysian politics, where individual leaders are starting to matter more than party loyalty, and whether DAP is still able to attract fresh talent heading into GE16.
00:00 - Teaser
02:02 - Why Dr Ong Chose Merdeka Day
03:05 - The Media Reaction
04:30 - Anthony Loke's "Madu" Remark
06:36 - Was The Remark Fair?
10:52 - Three Reasons Behind The Resignation
11:03 - Reason 1: Why Campaigning For Khairy Was a Sackable Offence
12:49 - Reason 2: Where DAP Is Heading
15:35 - Who Replaces Anthony Loke?
16:50 - What DAP Looks Like Under Nga Kor Ming
19:28 - Telling Friends Before Going Public
20:58 - Reason 3: Why Politicians Journey Alone
29:35 - Addressing The "Madu" Accusation Directly
34:30 - Did Dr Ong Really Benefit From The Party?
37:42 - What Political Parties Owe Their Alumni
39:28 - Why DAP Might Struggle to Attract Young Professionals in the Future
46:22 - Balancing Merit And Loyalty In Politics
48:57 - Final Thoughts
#AreWeOK #MalaysianPolitics #DAP #OngKianMing #AnthonyLoke #KhairyJamaluddin #GE16 #PodcastMalaysia
26 Aug 2026
Can Bukit Kayu Hitam Become Malaysia's Tech Hub? | Delapan | EP 106
Most Malaysians know Bukit Kayu Hitam as a quiet border town you drive through on your way to Thailand for a holiday or food trip. But what if it's quietly becoming one of Malaysia's most important digital and economic gateways?
In this episode of Are We OK, we sit down with Razwin Sulairee (CEO of Northern Gateway) and Wong Weng Yew (MD of Open DC) to find out how this border town is turning into Malaysia's newest data center and business hub, Delapan.
We find out how a quiet checkpoint is becoming a billion ringgit trade and tech zone, why your gaming lag might be linked to something called "boomerang traffic," and how Delapan plans to bring in manufacturing, renewable energy, tourism, and jobs for the local community in Kedah.
Timestamps
00:00 - Teaser
00:46 - Welcome & Introduction
04:14 - What is Northern Gateway & Why Is It Called "Delapan"?
05:16 - From Kota Perdana to Delapan: The Rebrand Story
06:15 - Turning a Border Checkpoint Into a Business Opportunity
08:19 - Exact Location: Bukit Kayu Hitam & How Big Is Delapan?
10:49 - RM60 Billion in Trade: The Scale of Border Traffic
11:45 - Meet Open DC & Extreme Broadband
14:23 - How Open DC First Got Involved With Delapan
16:51 - Discovering Delapan's Hidden Potential
18:28 - Being the First Data Center Player in Northern Malaysia
19:07 - Why Your Internet Lags (And How Delapan Can Fix It)
22:39 - Learning From Johor: A Smarter Data Center Policy
25:12 - The Game Plan: Utilities First, Then Manufacturing
28:19 - Why Kedah Is Perfect for Solar & Renewable Energy
29:12 - Working With Federal and State Governments
32:40 - Plans for Shops, Hotels & Homes in Delapan
33:45 - Millions of Malaysians & Thais Cross This Border Every Year
35:08 - Building Local Talent for the Future
36:56 - Job Opportunities at Open DC
#AreWeOK #Delapan #NorthernGateway #OpenDC #BukitKayuHitam #DataCenterMalaysia #BorderEconomy #Kedah #MalaysiaThailand #PodcastMalaysia
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