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  • Format: Podcast
  • Host: Catherine (Cat)
  • Description: A weekly financial podcast helping you simplify and grow your personal finances.
  • Language: English
  • Subtitles: Yes (English + Cat)
  • Audio: Jerry
  • Branding: Khai
  • Editor: Andrea
  • Producer: Stev
  • Video Editor: Hainee


MyPF PodCat Episode 0: Welcome to My Personal Finances PodCat

Introduction episode of My Personal Finances PodCat hosted by Catherine. In her virgin podcast, Catherine introduces PodCat and Cat (herself). She then shares why you should watch PodCat and the future destinations of PodCat – money talk, money action, and all that pop rock.

Please like and subscribe!

Bonus Photo: Action Cat – Globetrotter and Fitness Freak @catherinetanch


MyPF PodCat Episode 1: Transforming the Financial Landscape

Catherine interviews the founder and CEO of MyPF, Stephen Yong in Episode 1 of My Personal Finances PodCat. Cat asks her human boss on What’s MyPF’s raison d’être (reason for existence), and how is MyPF transforming the financial landscape in Malaysia. They then gaze into a crystal ball together on what lies in the future of MyPF.

Bonus: Check out our various solutions and FinTech partners offers x MyPF!

Editor’s Jottings: We kick off the MyPF PodCat with an interview with our founder Stev himself. Lots of room for improvement and we will continue to improve as we learn and grow in our future episodes! Do remember to subscribe and turn on the captions!

Bonus: Episode 1: Bloopers – MyPF wants JOO! (Aka the accidental politician)


MyPF PodCat Episode 2: The Financial Doctor is in the House!

Cat interviews the host of our other newly launched MyPF Digital channel vlog – The Financial Doctor Show hosted by Nik who is a licensed financial planner helping you diagnose your financial questions!

0:23: Who is Nik the financial doctor, and why a vlog/show?
0:47: Why should Malaysians subscribe to The Financial Doctor Show?
1:29: What do you hope The Financial Doctor Show will achieve?

Check out The Financial Doctor Show

Bonus Photo: How many financial life goals can you spot?


MyPF PodCat Episode 3: Why Should I Pay for Financial Advise??

Cat interviews Felix Neoh, Director of Product & Financial Advisory from Wealth Vantage Advisory on should you engage a financial advisor & pay for financial advise.
0:20 What is the role of a financial advisor?
0:58 Why should one pay for human advise?
2:06 How to spot a “bad” financial advisor
3:11 How do financial advisors charge?
5:02 BAHG!

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MyPF PodCat Episode 4: What Do Malaysians Ask Financial Planners?

What common / outrageous (!) / MUST ask questions should you ask a financial planner? Cat interviews Idham Idris, Director of Marketing and Communications from Wealth Vantage Advisory.

0:24 What are the most common questions financial planners are asked?
1:04 What is the most outrageous question you have ever been asked?
2:30 What “should” you be asking your financial planner?
3:13 BAHG!

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Bonus Photo: We had to make sure Idham & Cat are sitting for any shots (and we actually positioned Cat closer to the cam than usual XD)


MyPF PodCat Episode 5: Why Companies Need Business Advisory

Catherine sits down to chat with Rafiq Hidayat the Managing Director of Wealth Vantage Advisory what business owners and corporate leaders can gain from business advisory. Learn how to choose the right business advisory and how the process is like.

0:21 Understanding the benefits of business advisory
1:51 Choosing the right business advisor
3:52 Preparing to engage a business advisor

Bonus: Get a FREE Consultation for Business Advisory

Bonus Behind the Scenes: It’s PodCat Bloopers Too! Watch behind the scenes of a Cat stress test, learn tips for being behind the camera for a podcast video, and bonus content from guest Rafiq Hidayat the MD of Wealth Vantage Advisory on the importance of real world business experience in business advisory!


MyPF PodCat Episode 6: Finding Funding Societies

Catherine chats with Wong Kah Meng, the co-founder & CEO of Funding Societies Malaysia. We delve into detail on the past, present, and future of P2P and Funding Societies (FS).

0:59 What is P2P financing? How is P2P financing in Malaysia compared to the rest of the world?
3:35 How is P2P financing evolving over time? What is the roadmap for FS over the next 5 years?
5:24 Why should one invest on FS platform? What is the best approach to invest through FS?

Bonus: Subscribe to Funding Societies x MyPF Special Promo


MyPF PodCat Episode 7: How to StashAway Wealth Digitally

Catherine Tan meets Albert Kok, the deputy country manager of StashAway Malaysia on the future of robo advisory / digital wealth management. Albert then shares his top 3 tips for investors looking to get started with StashAway! Also find out who is the other famous Albert that Albert looks up to.

1:16 How do you view the upcoming emergence of more robo advisory platforms in Malaysia?
3:19 Share your top 3 tips/advice for investors to invest with StashAway.
6:05 What lies in the future of digital wealth management and what is StashAway‘s place?

Bonus: Subscribe to StashAway x MyPF Special Promo


MyPF PodCat Episode 8: Say Hello to Gold Investing!

Catherine travels to HelloGold’s KL HQ to interview Robin Lee, CEO & Co-founder of HelloGold (and former CFO of World Gold Council). HelloGold has the distinction of being the world’s 1st Shariah compliant gold FinTech investment platform! Watch Robin share his wealth of experience on what drives gold investing, and how HelloGold helps your average Malaysians get access to investing in gold.

0:29 What’s driving gold investment globally? Why should Malaysians invest in gold? Why is Warren Buffett bearish about gold?
3:24 How does HelloGold different from other gold investments? Is the 2% p.a. fees justified?
7:46 What lies ahead for the future of HelloGold? What are Money Market funds?

Bonus: Subscribe to HelloGold x MyPF Special Promo Code [MYPFGOLD]

MyPF PodCat Episode 9: Cat’s Delightful Date with Money Match

Catherine swipes right and ends up on a PodCat date with Naysan Munusamy, Co-Founder of MoneyMatch. In this whirlwind of an interview, Naysan shares the early days of MM, to today’s focus on banking and blockchain, and the emergence of fintech competitors.

0:43 Hear the MoneyMatch journey (and their Near Death Experiences!)
2:48 Learn about MoneyMatch Enterprise, BankFX and Ripple
4:48 MoneyMatch VS the world! (Or at least other competitors)

Bonus: MoneyMatch x MyPF Signup Promo Code [OCME]

MyPF PodCat Episode 10: Malaysians, Money & Entrepreneurship with Louise Low, Visual Artist

Kicking off our Malaysians, Money & Entrepreneurship video podcast series , Catherine talks to Louise Low, visual artist and founder of her own art studio. Watch Louise share her experience and challenges starting up her own studio, her cashflow tips for artists and entrepreneurs, and why you need to cut down on bubble tea!

Louise Low Studio on Facebook

MyPF PodCat Episode 11: Malaysians, Money & Entrepreneurship with Isabelle Thye, Own Your Story Co-founder

Catherine interviews Isabelle Thye, the co-founder of Own Your Story (OYS). When Isabelle is not busy building the OYS community, she is also an entrepreneur, and author. Find out what inspired Isabelle to establish Own Your Story, the biggest lessons she has learnt in her journey as an entrepreneur, and how she manages personal finances.

MyPF PodCat Episode 12: Malaysians, Money & Entrepreneurship with Aaron Teng, Artsys Co-founder

Aaron Teng, the co-founder of Artsys – a Digital Product and Startup Studio shares his entrepreneurial journey as a Malaysian. Listen to Aaron share his experience and challenges as the co-founder of multiple companies and what it takes to succeed. Aaron also shares candidly on how he makes sure his personal finance is not neglected while he builds businesses.

MyPF PodCat Episode 13: Malaysians, Money & Entrepreneurship with Adrian Sim, Endless Fantasy Translations Co-founder

Catherine interviews Adrian Sim, Co-founder of Endless Fantasy Translations, and owner of a backpacker’s hostel in Georgetown Penang island as part of our series on Malaysians, Money & Entrepreneurship. Adrian shares how he reached financial independence while still in his 20s, his future life goals, and his thoughts on managing and growing wealth.

MyPF PodCat Episode 14: Malaysians, Money & Entrepreneurship with Ernest Ng, Cartoonist & Creator of “Bro, Don’t Like That La, Bro”

Cat chats with popular cartoonist Ernest Ng of “Bro, Don’t Like That La, Bro” fame. (He sometimes regrets that the name is so long). Ernest shares the story of how Bro started, and the biggest challenges he faced. Last but not least, he shares how he juggles being an entrepreneur, and managing his money.

Ps. Don’t forget to watch Cat & Ernest square off in the Random Question Game, and the bonus footage right at the end of the video!

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MyPF PodCat Episode 15: Malaysians, Money & Entrepreneurship with Melissa Lim, Melissa Lim & Associates Partner

Catherine interviews Melissa the founder and managing partner of her own legal practice on the lessons learnt setting up her own firm. Melissa also shares on her involvement in LawTech Malaysia. Last but not least, Melissa shares her personal finance tips for all Malaysians.

Melissa Lim & Associates

MyPF PodCat Episode 16: Malaysians, Money & Entrepreneurship with DJ Fuzz, Director of Mixology Music

DJ Fuzz spins his entrepreneurial story with Catherine. Listen to DJ Fuzz share his biggest challenges faced in his entrepreneurial journey to become a DJ, composer, and entrepreneur. Listen to his thoughts on the DJ industry in Malaysia then and now. Find out his inspiration to start #mixowealth and how he juggles between being an entrepreneur, DJ, producer, and family man.

MyPF PodCat Episode 17: Malaysians, Money & Entrepreneurship with Anne Tham, Group CEO & Founder of DwiEmas International School

Anne Tham, Group CEO & Founder of Dwi Emas International School comes on MyPF PodCat to share on Malaysians, Money and Entrepreneurship.

1:00: Could you tell us about DwiEmas International School?

4:46: Why do you think that entrepreneurship helps children be better people?

8:20: How has entrepreneurship personally impacted your life?

11:37: What would your advice be for adults who have not themselves benefited from entrepreneurship yet but are interested?

14:58: What is one Big Audacious Habit or Goal that you want our audience to take action?

16:53: Random Question Game

MyPF PodCat Episode 18: Malaysian PF Bloggers with Suraya Zainudin of Ringgit Oh Ringgit

Suraya the founder of popular Malaysian PF Blog Ringgit Oh Ringgit shares all about what she has learnt about personal finances and her advise for Malaysians. Oh and she’s a big Harry Potter fan!

0:33: What made you start blogging about finance and what’s the story behind Ringgit Oh Ringgit?

1:43: What was the most impactful financial lesson you have learnt?

3:11: What advice do you have for Malaysians who are still recovering from financial mistakes

3:47: What advise do you have for Malaysians who haven’t done any personal finances planning?

4:37: What do you think about personal finance space in Malaysia?

5:36: What is one Big Audacious Habit or Goal that you want our audience to take action?

6:55: MyPF Random Question Game

MyPF PodCat Episode 19: Malaysian PF Bloggers with Raymond Tan of Black Belt Millionaire

Raymond the ex-MMA fighter turned PF Blogger behind Black Belt Millionaire shares his personal finance journey.

0:36: What’s the story behind Black Belt Millionaire?

1:27: What was the most impactful financial lesson you have learnt?

2:00: If you could tell Malaysians one thing to look out for in their financial life?

2:26: What advice do you have for Malaysians who are recovering from financial mistakes

3:57: What would be your advise be for Malaysians who want to start investing?

MyPF PodCat Episode 20: Malaysian PF Bloggers with Eza Ezamie of Majalah Labur

Eza Ezamie from popular Malaysian personal finance Malay-language portal Majalah Labur comes on MyPF PodCat to talk about personal finances.

0:40: What made you start blogging about finance and what’s the story behind Majalah Labur?

1:24: What was the most significant (impactful) financial lesson you have learnt?

2:00: If you could tell Malaysians one thing to look out for in their financial life, what would it be?

2:48: What advice do you have for Malaysians who are still recovering from financial mistakes?

3:14 What advice do you have for Malaysians who have yet to do any personal finances planning?

MyPF PodCat Episode 21: Malaysian PF Bloggers with Julian Ng of The Very Long Run

Julian Ng founder of The Very Long Run, CEO of Akru, and former BFM host shares his personal finance tips for Malaysians.

1:02: What made you start blogging about finance and what’s the story behind The Very Long Run?

2:44: What was the most impactful financial lesson you have learnt?

4:25: If you could tell Malaysians one thing to look out for in their financial life, what would it be?

6:30: What advice do you have for Malaysians who are still recovering from financial mistakes and those whoe have yet to do any financial planning?

9:18: What is one Big Audacious Habit or Goal that you want our audience to take action?

MyPF PodCat Episode 22: Malaysian PF Bloggers with Marshall Wong of PlanNerd

On the My Personal Finances PodCat, Catherine interviews Marshall personal finance blogger behind PlanNerd.io and licensed financial planner on his story and advice on personal finances for Malaysians.

0:17: The story behind PlanNerd

2:12: Marshall regrets his property purchase?!

3:51: Financial advise for Malaysians

5:47: Advice for Malaysians recovering from financial mistakes

8:53: Big Audacious Habit or Goal!

9:55: The Random Question Game

MyPF PodCat Episode 23: Financial Literacy with Linnet Lee FPAM CEO

Linnet the Financial Planning Association of Malaysia CEO shares on MyPF PodCat her thoughts on financial literacy in line with Malaysia’s National Strategy for Financial Literacy launched in 2019 and the role of FPAM.

1:09: Top reasons Malaysians do not have savings

3:18: FPAM’s role in increasing financial literacy of Malaysians

4:24: Advice for Malaysians to improve their financial situation

6:32: Upcoming plans & roadmap of FPAM including 20th anniversary celebration!

7:35: Big Audacious Habit or Goal

8:17: Random Question Game

Link: SmartFinance

MyPF PodCat Episode 24: Financial Literacy with April Khor, United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF)

April Khor from United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is interviewed on MyPF PodCat on financial literacy and financial inclusion in Malaysia. April shares on gig workers, the 4 pillars on finances, and what UNCDF is doing in Malaysia with the goal of incorporating digital financial services in people’s lives so that no one is left out in the financial economy.

0:32: What are the top 3 reasons half the Malaysian population do not have even RM1,000 in emergency savings?

1:35: What has UNCDF done to increase financial literacy of Malaysians?

2:19: What is your advice for Malaysian individuals/households in improving their financial situation?

3:14: What are the upcoming plans and roadmap of UNCDF?

4:22: What is one Big Audacious Habit or Goal that you want our audience to take action?

4:57: MyPF Random Question Game

MyPF PodCat Episode 25: Financial Literacy with Ng Pui Yee & Kyle Tan, Little Tauke

Catherine chats with Pui Yee and Kyle from Little Tauke which runs financial literacy programs for children and parents.

0:48: What are the reasons you think many Malaysians do not have even RM1,000 for emergencies?

2:16: What has Little Tauke done to increase financial literacy of Malaysians?

3:32: How do Malaysian families start financial education from home?

6:34: What are the upcoming plans and roadmap for Little Tauke?

8:30: What is one Big Audacious Habit or Goal to take action?

9:35: MyPF Random Question Game

MyPF PodCat Episode 26: Financial Literacy with Mohammad Mafrukhin, AKPK

Mohammad Mafrukhin who the Research Manager at Agensi Kaunseling dan Pengurusan Kredit (AKPK) comes on MyPF PodCat to share on AKPK’s role in improving financial literacy.

0:40: What are he top 3 reasons Malaysians do not have money for emergency savings?

3:38: What has AKPK done to increase financial literacy of Malaysians?

4:50: What is your advice for a Malaysian individual or household in improving their financial situation?

5:36: What are the upcoming plans for AKPK?

9:04: What is one Big Audacious Habit or Goal Malaysians should take action?

9:40: MyPF Random Question Game

MyPF PodCat Episode 27: Financial Literacy with Nisa Ismail, Sedania As Salam Capital CEO

Nisa Ismail CEO of Sedania AsSalam who previously was the marketing head of Bbazaar Malaysia. With her experience in not just fintech but also AirAsia, she brings her experience with Assidq.com where she comes on MyPF Podcat to share her insights on: Islamic Fintech, how Tawarruq is a game changer in faster loan disbursements, and Sedania’s patented As-Sidq Digital Commodity Platform, and why Malaysia is being in the best position to offer Islamic financial products.

1:12: 1 out 3 of Malaysian working adults say they face difficulties raising RM1,000 for emergencies. What are the top 3 reasons you think are behind this?

4:06: What has Sedania AsSalam done to increase financial literacy of Malaysians?

6:34: How does Islamic financial solutions differ from conventional financial solutions?

9:50: What are the upcoming plans or roadmap of Sedania AsSalam?

14:06: What is one Big Audacious Habit or Goal that you want our audience to take action?

14:40: MyPF Random Question Game

MyPF PodCat Episode 28: Financial Literacy with Azizi Ali

Azizi Ali, Malaysian financial author of more than 30 books including the best seller Millionaires are from a Different Planet comes on My Personal Finances PodCat to share on the importance of money matters.

1:36: 1 out of 3 Malaysian working adults say they face difficulties raising RM1,000 for emergencies. What are the top 3 reasons you think are behind this?

4:47: What has your role been as an author, speaker & money coach to increase financial literacy of Malaysians?

7:16: What are your upcoming plans and roadmap to help Malaysians improve financial literacy?

8:14: What is your advice for a Malaysian individual and household in improving their financial situation?

11:10: What is one Big Audacious Habit or Goal that you want our audience to take action?

11:58: MyPF Random Question Game

MyPF PodCat Episode 29: Food & Finances in the New Normal with Ah Bok from Taufulou

“I Come, I See, I Hunt & I Chiak” is the tagline of Ah Bok the food blogger behind Taufulou.com. Taufulou is a person with passion for food and a popular Malaysian food blogger since 2008. Cat interviews Taufulou in the 1st LIVE My Personal Finances PodCat shoot where they chat about food and finances in the new normal.

0:02:50: How has it been like for you as a foodie during this MCO/CMCO?

0:04:16: Are there any ‘makan’ places or delivery service you would encourage viewers to support during/after the CMCO?

0:05:33: What tips do you have for foodies to save money yet enjoy food at home?

0:10:15: Moving forward in the new normal after MCO/CMCO, how do you think things will change for foodies like yourself?

0:11:22: Big Audacious Habit or Goal (BHAG)

0:12:41 MyPF Random Question Game

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MyPF PodCat Episode 30: Professionals & Finances in the New Normal with Melissa Lim & Dr Han Yung Wen

In this new normal on MyPF Podcat, Cat chats with two professionals in the law and medical industry respectively on business and finances. Melissa Lim runs her own law firm Melissa Lim & Associates and Dr Han Yung Wen is the director of EcoSoul Clinic in Setia Alam. Melissa and Dr Han share their thoughts on how the pandemic has changed how lawyers and doctors work.

0:51: How has the pandemic affected your professions and businesses?

3:17 What are you changing to adapt or even thrive in the new normal?

15:03 What are the most important money habits you have learnt in 2020?

18:37 Big Audacious Habit or Goal

19:55 Random Question Game

MyPF PodCat Episode 31: Organizational Learning & Finances in the New Normal with Penny Leong Pei Yee

This episode of MyPF PodCat if on the training and teambuilding industry in our new normal. Catherine chats with Penny Leong Pei Yee who is the Founder and Master Trainer from Vision Building and the Chief People Officer in Nexting Ventures. Penny and her team at Vision Building strives to lead and inspire organizations to build People with Vision while having fun. Yet how they do so during this unprecedented times? Penny also shares her money experiences learnt this year and her experience working with a financial advisor.

0:43: How is the pandemic and new normal affecting the training and teambuilding industry?
4:50: What are training and teambuilding companies doing to adapt and thrive in the new normal?
08:11: Penny’s biggest lessons on money learnt this year filled with the unexpected!
12:39: Penny’s Big Audacious Habit or Goal tip
13:09 Penny playing the MyPF Random Question Game

MyPF PodCat Episode 32: Food & Finances in the New Normal with Alexandra Wong

Alexandra Wong is a Malaysian with a healthy appetite for good food, adventure and life is a a writer by profession including previously a decade long column Navel Gazer in The Star. She has launched her own website www.CookWithIpohBunny.com to share recipes and stories centered around food and friends.

Come join this heart-to-heart chat with Cat and Alex on:

Part I
0:42: How Alex transitioned from IT to be a writer, journalist and author
1:55 How the pandemic and MCO affected Alex, her writing and the direction of her career
4:30 What is the origin story of Cook With Ipoh Bunny and what motivates Alex to write
7:32 The story of Charlie’s Cafe and surviving COVID-19
13:40 Alex’s other favorite story of Sam Lau who makes Artisan Handmade Bread in Ipoh Oldtown

Part II
0:06: What’s your best cheap, good and ‘idiot-proof’ recipe?
6:25: What are the main things to “invest in” when starting out cooking?
8:52: Share your money important money tips you have learnt this year?
12:05: Is it a myth that cooking healthily on your own is really expensive?
14:11: Big Audacious Habit or Goal
17:56: MyPF Random Question Game

MyPF PodCat Episode 33: Mental, Physical & Financial Wellness Checkpoints with Azran Osman-Rani, Naluri CEO

Azran Osman-Rani, Naluri CEO & co-founder, chairman of MoneyMatch fintech, and former CEO of AirAsia X shares on mental, physical and financial wellness on MyPF PodCat. Azran and his team of coaches at Naluri believe that everyone deserves to be healthy in mind, body & finances. Learn how to take one step at a time to be at your best and healthiest – not just “try”. Azran will be sharing from his wealth of experience including as a CEO, business builder, investor, speaker, and author.

0:35: An introduction to Azran and his professional career spanning 25 years
1:13 How does Naluri help people in mental, physical, and financial wellness?
4:51: How does mental, physical and financial wellness all interrelate to a person’s health & wellbeing?
6:50: How do Naluri’s coaches take into account customizing a program for each individual’s journey?
10:10: Is there a noticeable trend or relation between users who follow Naluri’s modules and checkpoints and achieving wellness goals?
13:28 How do you quantify or measure mental wellness?
17:04: What’s your favorite success story of someone who has managed to achieve mental, physical or financial wellness growth?
24:24: MyPF Random Question Game

Learn how you can achieve mental, physical & financial independence!

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Sponsor code – podcat2020 will get you 14 days trial and a special discounted rate after

MyPF PodCat E00034: Retirement Goals Checkpoint with Kean Seng Lim, Author and Retirement Coach

Kean Seng Lim is the author of “Retire at 55 Can or not?” sharing his 12-year journey from when he was ignorant of his financial situation until he was rudely awakened to the fact that his retirement fund had stagnated before he explored ways to build his retirement funds and finally retired with a contented smile achieving financial freedom! Join Cat & Kean Seng as they talk in depth about retirement including: – What motivates Kean Seng as a retirement coach and author – Why you need to regularly review your progress on your retirement journey – Real life stories about retirement and what action should you take today!

MyPF PodCat E00035: The Future of Travel with Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir, Founder of Zafigo

Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir is a writer and women’s rights activist. She has previously written a regular column in a local English-language daily for more than 20 years, and co-produced 3R – Respect, Relax, Respond an award-winning TV programme for young women on TV3. In 2016, Marina received France’s highest award, the Chevalier de la Legion D’Honneur in recognition of her work in HIV and women’s rights. Marina’s latest venture is Zafigo.com, a website for women travelling to and within Asia, that seeks to inspire them through informed and independent travel. Marina and Cat will be talking on the future of travel including on: – Why is travel still important and relevant today? – How and where to travel in the face of travel restrictions? – How to make financially savvy travel plans

MyPF PodCat E00036: Financial Independence with mr-stingy

Aaron Tang aka mr-stingy is the man behind mr-stingy.com which was founded in 2014. Why mr-stingy? It’s NOT about being selfish, petty or hoarding stuff. He tries to be as stingy as possible with things that don’t matter and as generous as possible with things that do. And these are thee ones that really make us happy: like our families & friends, passions and life goals. mr-stingy is dedicated to the art of optimization and self-development to get more value from resources whether in personal finances, relationships or other aspects of life. He believes that everyone has a finite amount of time, energy and money. He has appeared in the Huffington Post, Business Insider, Thought Catalog, the Good Men Project, SAYS, iMoney and many other sites.

Come join mr-stingy as he shares his thoughts and tips about financial independence, retiring early (FIRE), actionable steps to take, his investment portfolio and how to make the most out of life in a meaningful way!

MyPF PodCat E00037: Financial Independence with Malek Ali

Malek Ali is the founder of insurtech Fi Life and BFM 89.9, Malaysia’s 1st business radio station. Launched in May 2019, Fi Life is the largest online platform for term life insurance in Malaysia. According to Malek, the Fi in Fi Life stands for Fair Insurance, Financial Independence or Fantastic Interactions. Thus it is apt that Malek will be sharing his thoughts and tips on Financial Independence. Come join Malek as we chat about money, investing, and his aspirations for Malaysia as a fintech disruptor entrepreneur!

MyPF PodCat E00038: Financial Independence with Syahirah & Fateen, Shrewd Money Moves

In this episode, Cat chats with Syahirah & Fateen, the ladies behind ShrewdMoneyMoves producing financial content to educate people on how to make wise money decisions. As Licensed Financial Planners, they help clients to rewrite their money journey in order to achieve the desired financial lifestyle.

Catch the episode where they share their top 3 financial independence tips & their investment portfolio asset allocation.

MyPF PodCat E00039: Financial Independence with Chin Yi Xuan, NoMoneyLah

Yi Xuan is the blogger behind behind popular personal finance and adulting blog NoMoneyLah where he tackles adulthood issues such as money and happiness openly. He will be sharing his thoughts and insights as a young adult on financial independence, his top 3 financial tips, and how he constructs his investment portfolio (which definitely includes REITs). Come join Yi Xuan as the final guest we have on our August PodCat series on financial independence this Merdeka month.

MyPF PodCat E00040: Investing in Solar with Regine Choo, Solar Project Director

Is solar worth investing in? Join us on MyPF PodCat as Catherine interviews Regine Choo, Solar Project Director at Yongyang Solaroof. Regine is a Solar Energy Evangelist and Green Building Advocate. She is a sustainable development advocator and has been involved in renewal energy projects since 2012. Find out & ask questions in our #AskMeAnything #AMA including – What’s the expected returns investing in solar? – How is investing in solar energy stocks vs physical solar installation? – Can solar panels be installed in an apartment complex or condo?

MyPF PodCat E00041:Investing in Property with Charles, Kopiandproperty

When will the property bottom? How do you invest in auction property? Join us on PodCat as we chat with Charles Tan, the founder and executive editor of kopiandproperty.com, a leading independent Malaysian property blog. Charles is also an international trainer, Licensed Auctioneer and the CEO of TEN Auctioneers Sdn Bhd. Charles will be sharing his top 3 property investment tips.

MyPF PodCat E00042: Investing in Art with Lee Khai, Chairman of Penang State Art Gallery

Art stirs your emotions and takes you on a journey. You can not only enjoy art but also invest in art! Join us on PodCat as we talk with Lee Khai who is the chairman of the Penang State Art Gallery and an experienced art investor. He graduated from the University of Nottingham is a practicing lawyer and the managing partner of Messrs. Ong and Manecksha, a law firm in Penang, Malaysia.

Lee Khai is also a board member of the Penang State Museum and advisor to the Penang Art District. He has also been invited by the Penang State Exco for Tourism Development, Arts, Culture and Heritage (PETACH) to co-curate ArtPenang, a two-week visual art festival, which is now deferred to 2021.

MyPF PodCat E00043: Investing in Crypto with Aaron Tang & Scarlett Chai, Luno Malaysia

Join us on PodCat as we talk with Aaron Tang, Country Manager and Scarlett Chai, Partnerships & Affiliates Lead from Luno Malaysia to discuss about investing in crypto.

MyPF PodCat E00044: Investing in Stocks, Kazumasa Mise, CEO Rakuten Trade

Join us on PodCat as we talk with Kazumasa Mise, the CEO of Rakuten Trade. He shares about trading platform and investing in stocks.

MyPF PodCat E00045: Book Chat with Chris Mayer, author of 100-Baggers

Have you ever imagined earning $100 for every $1 invested?

Or to turn a $10,000 investment into $1 million? PodCat interviews Christopher Mayer author of 100-Baggers: Stocks that Return 100-to-1 and How to Find Them. Learn the key characteristics of 100-baggers and how anybody can do this without needing a MBA or finance degree.

MyPF PodCat E00046: Book Chat with KC Chong, Author of The Complete Value Investing Guide

PodCat interviews KC Chong, author of Invest Like a Stock Market Guru The Complete Value Investing Guide That Works! KC originally trained as a civil engineer but started investing in stocks since the 1980s.

As an investment coach, KC has written 400 investment articles sharing his knowledge, experience, philosophy and methodologies in investing. KC has a diploma in personal financial planning, Master-in-Finance and lives in New Zealand.

MyPF PodCat E00047: Financial Tips for 2021 LIVE REACTION with JJ

Personal Finance Tips for 2021 w JJonAir

PodCat & JJ reacts to 21 Financial Influencers who have shared their Financial Wellness Tips for 2021!

What is their favourite money tip from the topic of Personal Finances?

Join us as we react to personal finances quotes from these financial influencers (in order of appearances):

– Linnet Lee, Initiator of SmartFinance.my

– Chin Yi Xuan of No Money Lah

– Stev Yong, Founder of MyPF.my –

Ismitz Matthew De Alwis, President of the Financial Planning Association of Malaysia (FPAM)

– Raymond Tan, The Black Belt Millionaire

0:1701:35 Do you know what is JJ’s ACTUAL name?!

01:4815:14 LIVE reaction to Financial Wellness Tips on Personal Finance

15:1516:07 FREE consultation with a Licensed Financial Planner https://mypf.my/financial-planning/?r…

Emergency Savings Financial Tips for 2021 w JJonAir

What is their favourite money tip from topics of Emergency Savings? Join us as we react to personal finances quotes from these financial influencers (in order of appearances):

– Rafiq Hidayat, MD of Wealth Vantage Advisory

– Roshan Kanesan, Radio Broadcaster & Personal Finance Nerd –

Malek Ali, Founder of BFM 89.9 & Fi Life

0:0807:34 LIVE reaction to Emergency Savings quote

07:3508:27 FREE consultation with a Licensed Financial Planner https://mypf.my/financial-planning/?r…

Investment Planning Financial Tips for 2021 w JJonAir

PodCat & JJ reacts to 21 Financial Influencers who have shared their Financial Wellness Tips for 2021! What is your favourite money tip from topics of Investment Planning?

0:0611:33​ LIVE reaction to Investment Planning quotes

11:3412:25​ FREE consultation with a Licensed Financial Planner https://mypf.my/financial-planning/?r…

FinTech Financial Tips for 2021 w JJonAir

PodCat & JJ reacts to Financial Influencers who have shared their Financial Wellness Tips for 2021!

0:00:09 Naysan Munusamy, Co-founder of MoneyMatch

0:03:12 Wong Kah Meng, CEO & Co-founder of Funding Societies Malaysia

0:05:45 Benny Chee, Country Manager of CompareHero

MyPF PodCat E00048: StashAway USD1B Interview with Wong Wai Ken, Country Manager Malaysia

StashAway Achieves USD1 Billion Interview w Wong Wai Ken, Country Manager Malaysia

PodCat asks Ken:

0:0703:57 Why it’s important for StashAway to have hit this USD1b milestone, especially for investors in this robo advisor SIGNUP to get RM100k managed for FREE for 6 months: https://www.stashaway.my/ref/mypf-ser…

Read Article: https://mypf.my/2021/01/25/stashaway-…

How Financial Planners & Robo Coexist

0:0602:29 What is the best way for financial planners & wealth advisors to work with StashAway’s digital wealth management for a good long term real relationship between StashAway – Advisor – Clients.

StashAway Strategic Direction

0:0707:11 What is in the 1-3 year strategic roadmap for StashAway both globally & specifically in Malaysia?

07:1208:45 What is one Big Audacious Habit or Goal that you want our audience to take action?

08:4810:00 Call to Action

MyPF PodCat E00049:Digital Upskilling with Howie Chang, CEO & Founder at Forward School

What is Digital Upskilling w Howie Chang, CEO & Founder at Forward School

0:075:22 What is upskilling? Why is it important? How does it compare to reskilling?

5:238:44 What’s the best story you’ve ever heard from a student?

Forward School roles in upskilling with Howie Chang, CEO & Founder at Forward School

What role does Forward School playing in upskilling for the digital economy? What is Income Share Agreement?

0:06​ – 06:02 What role does Forward School playing in upskilling for the digital economy?

06:33​ – 15:00​ What is Income Share Agreement?

What skills do Malaysians need to focus on to be more successful? What is Deep Learning?

0:0612:05 What skills do Malaysians need to focus on to be more successful?

12:0615:35 What is Deep Learning?

Tune in to learn all about real world digital upskilling from Southeast Asia’s leading school of new technologies for students of all ages. 😻

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MyPF PodCat E00050: Buying Your First Property with Iherng

How can you afford to buy your 1st property? 🏡 🤔

Cat chats with popular Malaysian real estate YouTuber & TikTok guy Sean @Iherng on: 📺

0:08:00 Why is property investing good (or bad)

0:2:40 Will property prices fall?

0:05:15 When should you start looking for your first property

0:08:44 How much home can you afford?

0:14:57 Do you need to use a property agent?

Why YouTuber Iherng Love Property Investing

0:00:07 Why do you love property investing so much? Tell us your first or most memorable love story with property.

0:03:27 What is one Big Audacious Habit or Goal that you want our audience to take action?

Whether you’re a first time home buyer or a seasoned property investor, pick up a thing or two by tuning in! 🧠 🏦 😻

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MyPF PodCat E00051: Money Smart Book Review with Author KCLau

Cat chats with the OG of Malaysian personal finances KCLau on how can you be smart with money and find true happiness? 📺 💰🥰

0:00:14 How is this book different from your previous books?

0:02:15 Was the writing journey the same as previous books & how long did it take you?

0:05:08 What was your biggest challenges faced in writing the book?

0:06:44 What did not make it to the final version of the book?

0:07:52 Share with us some highlights of your favorite chapter or topic in the book If you’re a fan of KCLau.com or want to improve your money smart-ness, tune in! 💲🧠

KC Lau Explain His Concept of Happiness

0:00:09 How relevant is your book to Malaysians today?

0:02:32 You talk about how having more money does not correlate to happiness and how happiness is the single universal purpose of life. How is your personal experience of this? If you’re a fan of KCLau.com or want to improve your money smart-ness, tune in! 💲 🧠

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MyPF PodCat E00052: How Do You Value Money with Roshan

Find out how Roshan Kanesan sees his career as a radio broadcaster and how his investment methodology change over the years 💰

📺 Cat chats with the Broadcaster & Personal Finance Nerd, Roshan on:

0:00:09 You have played different roles throughout our career, from producer, radio broadcaster to content creator. Which part of these do u enjoy the most?

0:03:05 What are the things you have learned from each of the role?

0:11:43 How has your investment methods change throughout the years?

Find out what is Roshan Kanesan top 3 money lesson and what are his thoughts on money psychology 💰🧠

0:00:08 What are the top 3 money lessons/advice to younger self?

0:02:45 There is this saying that Malaysians are in denial of their financial reality. What are your thoughts on this?

0:11:58 What is money psychology and why is that important?

MyPF PodCat E00053: Invest in a Moment with MYTHEO

Matthew Stuart-Box (COO, Head of Investment) & Amirudin Abdul Hamid (fund manager) from robo advisor MYTHEO by GAX MD share their view of digital wealth management in Malaysia & how MYTHEO differentiates from other roboadvisory platforms 😺🎙️🇯🇵🤖📈  

0:00:06 How do you view the upcoming emergence of more roboadvisory platforms in Malaysia?

0:01:50 How is MYTHEO uniquely differentiating from your competitors?

0:04:43 Background of MyTHEO

What makes MYTHEO unique

0:00:07 What make MyTheo different?

0:17:18 Share your top 3 tips/advice for investors to invest with MyTheo

0:22:26 What do you think lies ahead in the future of wealth management?

0:28:02 What is one Big Audacious Habit or Goal that you want our audience to take action?

If you would like to learn more about digital investment journey with MYTHEO, tune in!