We are a podcast with the aim of revisiting, relearning, and reimagining Malaysia & what it means to be Malaysian.
This is who we are: Kim & Shafiq

Ep 1: Intro

In this short but sweet episode, our reason & inspiration behind our name.
Maybe it came to one of us while doing Number 2... not quite sure..
Tune in to find out!
Our email address is c.congkak@gmail.com btw hehe

Ep 2: What's Up with the Name lah?

Learn about street names in Malaysia and how they came to be.
We also sidetracked a little to old buildings.
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c.congkak@gmail.com

Congkak Conversations

Street Names

Both of us have varying opinions on coffee.
Kim likes one and Shafiq the other.
This also got us reminiscing about bringing local food items abroad.
Those who've lived abroad, this is for you. 
Let us know if you guys agree, or share with us your own thoughts on the matter! 
Or email us at c.congkak@gmail.com

Kimberley Ng's Album

Coffee!

It's wedding season, so what better to talk about in today's topic: WEDDINGS! 
This also got us pondering about hybrid cultures vs keeping tradition..
Hmm. What are your thoughts? 
Are you planning on getting married? If so, what kind of wedding are you planning?

Malaysian Weddings

In today's episode, interesting food combinations that is culturally influenced!
Some of the tidbits from today's episode..
1. Malt chocolate drink Milo
2. Coca-Cola
3. Nyonya Food (both in Malacca & Penang) 
4. Malaysian Portuguese Food
5. Mamak food & Nasi Lemak (who doesn't love these 2?) 
6. MOMMA'S COOKING! We all love food cooked my our own mommas.

What is your favorite food combination/ culturally influenced food?

Photo: Nasi Lemak, a commonly loved local dish mostly eaten in the morning but is loved any time of day.

Food Combinations

Shafiq got a little flustered while explaining for the upteenth time that August 31st is not actually the birthday of our nation. It is this day instead that plays a more significant role in our country's history.
Tune in to find out why..

Conversations Over Congkak