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Earth MattersMalaysia's Biodiversity Pledge: Nurturing Biodiversity Beyond 2030Malaysia recently conducted a mid-term review of its National Policy on Biological Diversity (NPBD) 2016 - 2025, in response to the adoption of the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) in December 2022. The new strategy was unveiled yesterday, the 24th of October 2023, and aims to fulfil global biodiversity targets by 2030. This is a crucial moment for Malaysia's dedication to conserving its natural heritage, and its involvement in the worldwide endeavour to safeguard biodiversity. We discuss Malaysia's incredible rich biodiversity, but also its significance within the evolving policy landscape of Malaysia, while also looking at the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in terms...2023-10-2542 min
Climate Vision 2050The Mangrove ManifestoIn 2050, mangrove forests are thriving across Southeast Asia’s shorelines, protecting coastal communities from flooding and erosion. The region is a world leader in nature-based solutions to climate challenges. Environmental scientist Danilo Manolo travels through a protected mangrove forest in a national park in Malaysia to halt an illegal logging operation.Southeast Asia’s inland conservation initiative, the Heart of Borneo, protects forests the size of Utah in perpetuity. The preserve is a safe habitat for many species and contributes to the economy. Ecotourism is thriving, generating jobs and economic security for many families. Lavanya Rama Iy...2023-03-2225 min
Unblock with Radhika Iyer TalatiWomen of Mahabharata - Women's Day SpecialIn this women’s day special episode, mother & daughter, radhika and lavanya sit down to discuss the portrayal and role of women in Mahabharata. They discuss how the experiences of these women are still reflected in our experiences as women today.2023-03-0833 min
PGurusLavanya A 12th Std Girl Ends Life Post-Torture to Convert to Christianity I Ban Conversion NowTamil Nadu and Kerala should follow the example of Karnataka and ban religious conversions now, says Sree Iyer. In addition, there should be incentives to report attempts even after the law is passed to deter this practice. #BanConversion #NoConversion2022-01-2108 min
The Breakfast GrilleThe Challenging Road To COP 26In less than a week, COP26, the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Glasgow begins. We ask how nations around the world are going to resolve one of the planets biggest challenges and whether the commitments will translate into action in a panel discussion with Lavanya Rama Iyer, Head of Policy and Climate Change, WWF Malaysia, and Dave Sivaprasad, Managing Director and Partner from· Boston Consulting Group. Image credit: Shutterstock.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-10-2533 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY S3 E6 - It’s alright to do nothing!We are going through some difficult times. Children are most impacted. Nimisha did not feel like recording today so we decided to have a small chat. Listen in! Stay safe, stay healthy, mask up!2021-04-1902 min
Consider ThisConsider This: Climate Change (Part 1) -- US Leaders Summit Exclusion A Snub?Next week, the US will host a virtual summit on the climate crisis , but Malaysia did not make the list. According to the Environment & Water Minister Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man, Malaysia was not invited as we are not categorised as a country vulnerable to climate change.Was our exclusion from the US Leaders Summit on Climate as significant as critics claim? Melisa Idris and Sharaad Kuttan speak to Lavanya Rama Iyer, Head of Policy and Climate Change, WWF-Malaysia.
2021-04-1515 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY S3 E5 - Cradle of heritage - KumbakonamListen to this episode of MMY to know about what we did at Kumbakonam, home to world heritage sites! A place so cultural, artistic and spiritual! Listen in and let us know what you think. We are available @mondaymorningyellows on Instagram.2021-04-1207 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY S3 E4 - A gem along the coast - BekalIn this episode of MMY, We talk about our road trip to this lovely dot in God’s own country called Bekal. Listen in to know what we do on our relaxed vacations and May be plan yours! Let us know what you think about this episode. To contact us and to see pictures from this vacation visit our Instagram page @mondaymorningyellows2021-04-0508 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY S3 E3 - Hidden gem - PollachiListen to this episode of MMY in which N and I talk about our short trip to the lovely town of Pollachi. A hidden gem in the foothills of Western Ghats with some stunning views and interesting places to see and explore. FYI - We visited Pollachi in 2017 ( pre covid). (This is just a recommendation , suggest you do your due diligence before going on the trip in this current Covid scenario. )2021-03-2908 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY S3E2 - Off the beaten path - DevalaListen to this episode of MMY to plan your trip to an offbeat location which is a drive away from Bangalore , Chennai or Wayanad! This episode is loaded with a lot of activities for children not just in this destination but other travels as well! Have fun listening, have fun travel planning!2021-03-2208 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY - Season 3 - TrailerHello hello, hope you are all doing very well!! We missed you and we are back! This season is packed with some really interesting episodes and we can’t wait for you to listen in. We talk about our favourite topic in this season of MMY! We are here to chase your Monday blues and bring some sunshine yellows!!2021-03-1502 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY S2 E11 - Susan Thomas , IRSListen to this very interesting conversation with the amazing Susan Thomas who makes us believe working for the Govt. is the coolest job out there!! Nimisha has some very nice questions for Susan who has some informative responses. We enjoyed this conversation thoroughly, hope you do too!!2020-12-1437 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY S2E10 - Happy birthday NimishaIt is a special day! Nimisha’s birthday!! We are taking a break from having guests on the show to sing the birthday song in 2 other languages! Listen in!2020-12-0703 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY S2E9 - My granny cutest - Chitra pattiListen to this beautiful conversation between Nimisha , Chitra patti and I. We talk about her childhood, her hobbies , her parenting ways and lot more in this heart warming episode of MMY. Another thank you to all the lovely grand moms out there!! Tight hugs!2020-11-3000 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY S2E8 - Bibi Patti - Super GrannyListen to N talk to her grandmother asking her some really interesting questions in this lovely episode of Monday Morning Yellows. Also, here is a ‘Thank you’ to all the grandmothers out there for making the world a squishier place! ❤️2020-11-2300 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY - S2E7 - Manasi - Carnatic Musician ( Deepavali Special Episode )Happy Deepavali - Listen to this musical episode of MMY with the wonderful Manasi Prasad. She talks to us about her music journey, managing the only interactive music museum of the country and also teaches us a song! ( this episode is without the background music)2020-11-1600 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY - S2E6 - Arunima - Entrepreneur turned Yoga teacherA very interesting conversation with a very interesting person! Arunima talks to us about her start up, her yoga practice and much more in this lovely episode of MMY.2020-11-0900 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY S2E5 - Amrita - Child photographerListen to us talk to the amazing Amrita about her photography journey, her interactions with children and parents, her decision to change careers and much more in this super fun episode of MMY!2020-11-0200 min
TeenpreneursEp 16: Need physiotherapy? This 15-yr-old's robotic tool can help assist your movementsCurrently in the prototyping stage, Lavanya Iyer's 'Kynaid' can help patients recover their kinetic movements faster, and also let physiotherapists manage sessions remotely 2020-10-2716 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY S2 E4 - Aasthi - Children’s Bookstore OwnerBooks make us richer says Aasthi who started the Lightroom bookstore in 2013. Lightroom is one of the best bookstores we have visited. Aasthi talks about books, her experience running the store, her children and more in this wonderful episode of MMY.2020-10-2600 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY S2E3 - Conversation with Sandhya - An artistIn this episode of MMY , Nimisha and I talk to an architect turned artist! Sandhya has a quirky style of art and is quite popular on social media. In this chat she talks about her ‘ah ah’ moment, her daughter and about her parenting and professional journey. Listen in and do hear this episode on headphones.2020-10-1900 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY S2E2 - Conversation with Chandra - Business JournalistThe interviewer gets interviewed 😊 Listen to Nimisha and I talk to Chandra Srikanth in this episode of MMY. Chandra is one of India’s leading business journalist. She talks about her kids, her job and her journey in this fun episode!2020-10-1200 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY S2 E1 - Conversation with Menaka - Writer - Children’s booksListen to Nimisha and I talk to the super cool mom and the super fun writer Menaka about her books, her journey, her dog and her parenting style! This podcast is best heard on headphones.2020-10-0500 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY - S2- Trailer - We missed you!Hello listeners! We are back! We are so excited about this season of MMY as we bring in some very interesting people to share their journey with us! Listen in to this trailer to know what’s in store in the season 2 of Monday Morning Yellows!!
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Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 25 - Season Finale - Thank You!Listen in to this episode of Monday Morning yellows to know how we started this journey! Also we have a couple of listeners share their feedback. This is the season finale of Monday Morning Yellows! Thank you so much! Talk to you soon!2020-09-0705 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 24 - Our journey so farWhat started off as a summer vacation pass time has now become an integral part of our growing up! Monday Morning Yellows. We enjoy bringing our podcast every week to you listeners. As we come to the end of our season 1, here is looking back on our journey so far and some reviews from loved ones. Listen in to this episode for an important announcement as well!2020-08-3106 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 23 - Festivities, Food, FamilyIn this episode of Monday Morning Yellows, Nimisha and I talk about different festivals we celebrate , the food we eat during these festivals and what it the festival teaches. Listen in and let us know your comments!2020-08-2406 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 22 - Preamble, Patriotism, Pride - Jai Hind 🇮🇳🇮🇳Listen to this episode of Monday Morning Yellows where Nimisha and I discuss the Preamble of our Constitution, patriotism and the feeling of being a proud Indian!2020-08-1706 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 21 - Rain rain dance danceIn this episode of MMY, we talk about two favourite things - Rain and dance! Also combining the two!! It is the season of the rains - Paper boats, pakoras and dance is what we recommend!
Listen in to this fun episode of MMY and let us know your thoughts!!2020-08-1005 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY - Episode 20 - Rebel girls - IndiaOur rebel girls episode continues. In this episode Nimisha and I talk about 2 rebel girls from India , one from the field of Sports and another from Music. Listen in and let us know your thoughts!2020-08-0306 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 19 - My rebel girlsWe have some special guests joining us in this episode of Monday Morning Yellows! Listen to Nimisha’s cousins talk about their lives in Dubai and USA. They also share lovely stories of 2 rebel girls! Our story magic continues....2020-07-2708 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 18 - Maharani The CowIn this episode we read the book ‘Maharani the cow’. We also talk about some cow related experiences in our lives. Listen in to the fun episode and share your stories with Maharani the cow!! Also don’t miss the cute song at the end of the episode! 😊😊2020-07-2007 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 17 - Let us set up our wonderful roomMany of you had written to us asking us to do an episode on setting up a child’s room, so here it is! Setting up a child’s room is a lot of fun and is important as a child spends a lot of time in her / his room. In this episode of MMY, Nimisha and I tell you about how we have set up N’s room and we hope you can pick an idea or two listening to this episode. We would be very happy to hear from you, how you have set up your wonderful room!2020-07-1306 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 16 - Kitchen to the rescueIn this episode of Monday Morning Yellows , Nimisha and I talk about how our kitchen comes to our rescue to solve for our health , hygiene and beauty needs! Our kitchen has a fix for all problems. Home remedies is our topic of discussion in this episode. Listen in and let us know your comments.2020-07-0606 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 15 - Sharing and GivingWhen you share you are equal, when you give you are privileged , says Nimisha! Listen to us talk about sharing and giving in this very interesting episode of Monday Morning Yellows! A different perspective on the ‘joy of sharing’ and the ‘joy of giving’ ! Let us know your comments about this episode.2020-06-2905 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 14 - Happy Father’s Day & Let’s ask questionsFirst of all wishing all the wonderful fathers out there a very happy ‘Fathers Day’
In this episode of Monday morning yellows Nimisha’s father and I ask some questions to Nimisha. Sometimes all you need to do is just check on your loved ones!! Ask questions! Asking open ended questions help understand what’s going through a child’s mind! Ask questions and ask often!2020-06-2207 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY - Episode 13 - Make work and study ( from home) easy peasy!The new normal demands not just adults but children to operate out of our homes. In this episode Nimisha and I talk about some things that has worked wonderfully for us in making our work / study from home manageable and easy. Listen in and let us know your comments!2020-06-1506 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 12 - We are perfect the way we are!This episode of MMY is close to our hearts as it talks about ‘acceptance’ and some books that teach us a lesson or two on ‘acceptance’ and being ‘tolerant’. This we believe is the need of the hour! Listen in and let us know your comments2020-06-0806 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 11 - Bring a puppy home!Bringing a puppy home was the best thing we have probably done for Nimisha. She absolutely adores and enjoys her time with Spark and it’s so endearing to them share that bond! In this episode we burst some myths and give your reasons why you must bring a puppy home! Listen in!2020-06-0605 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 10 - When I was young!Nimisha and I exchange notes about our childhood in this episode of MMY. We have also announced a small contest, listen in and send us your entries! Also do let us know your comments!2020-06-0606 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 9 - Use technology ‘app’tlyTechnology can be a great tool if used aptly. In this episode of MMY we tell you about some apps that we have been using that are fun and educative. Listen in and let us know what you think. If there are some cooks apps that you use, please do let us know. In all, remember to use tech ‘app’tly!!2020-06-0606 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 8 - Spectacular Space - Part 2More fun facts about space in this episode of Monday Morning Yellows! This is spectacular space - part 2. Join us on this space ride and let us together reach for the stars :) Listen in and let us know your comments.2020-06-0607 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 7 - Spectacular Space - Part 1This episode of Monday Morning Yellows is about the spectacular ‘space’ and some cool facts about space! Also make sure you listen to our episode on Monday ( 4th May) as if you don’t you may miss out an amazing sight in the night sky on the ( 5th May) Listen in and let us know your comments!2020-06-0607 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 6 - Let’s be kind to our home, our planet!Nature has created some spectacular sights on our planet and it is given us all a home. In this episode of Monday Morning Yellows, Nimisha and I talk about some amazing facts about our planet! This Earth day , let’s celebrate Earth and take the first step towards being kind to our planet! Listen in and let us know your comments!2020-06-0606 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 5 - Stay inside your Lakshman RekhaThe repeat telecast of Ramayana has been a big hit at our house. We all sit together and watch the show and exchange notes and perspectives. It has been quite Interesting. This episode of MMY is dialogues between Nimisha and me about some characters from Ramayana and the lessons we have learnt from them. Listen in and let us know your comments!2020-06-0607 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 4 - Virtual TravelDon’t let the lockdown dampen your spirits! You only live once , travel, even if it’s just virtual. In this episode of MMY , Nimisha and I take you on a magnificent journey that we went on in our pyjamas sitting on our couch! Listen it and let us know your comments. Also hope this helps you plan your virtual journey! Bon Voyage!!2020-06-0607 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 3 - Housework over homeworkIn the episode of MMY, we have listed 5 activities that Nimisha and I have been doing since the lockdown that has made daily chores so much fun and she prioritising housework over homework! If that’s a good thing is debatable though :) Listen in and let us know what you think!!2020-06-0607 minMonday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 2 - Games we play!Listen to this episode of Monday Morning Yellows to say bye bye to your boredom during these quarantine times as well as long vacations. These are some games we play and activities we do at home that are so much fun! Listen in and let us know what you think.2020-06-0605 min
Monday Morning YellowsMMY Episode 1 - Reading the virus awayMonday Morning Yellows brings to you a fun episode on something you could do during your Summer vacation and also reading away to keep the virus at bay! :) we have shared names of some books they we love that you may enjoy reading. What are you waiting for , listen in and then ready away!!2020-06-0604 minMonday Morning YellowsMonday Morning Yellows (Trailer)2020-06-0100 min
Earth MattersCOP21 Episode 4: What Next?Exactly a week from now, on the 30th of November, countries will gather in Paris for the much anticipated COP21 negotiations. Over the past three weeks we have covered a series of the talk’s dimensions. We discussed the science of climate change and importance of the conference, and covered two pivotal issues surrounding COP21: the developed world and the developing world along with the means of implementation. Now it’s time to combine all these factors. In fourth episode of COP21, we summarize the series by exploring what to expect out of Paris, and what we s...2015-11-2324 min
Earth MattersCOP21 Episode 1: COP21 101Climate change is expected to cost the world trillions of dollars in economic damage aside from the irreparable environmental impact some communities are facing even now. Considering the urgency, are our world leaders doing enough in the fight against climate change? On the 30th of November, COP21, also known as the 2015 Paris Climate Conference, will gather global stakeholders to what will be one of the largest climate conferences ever organised. In the first episode of this four part series, we speak to Dr. Matthew Ashfold, atmospheric scientist at the University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus, Pierre Randane, e...2015-11-0223 min
Earth MattersInterfaith Dialogue on Climate ChangeFaith plays a prominent role in the lives of many, and as the issue of climate change becomes more pressing by the day, alternative, innovative measures are being taken to address it. The interfaith dialogue on climate change works to advocate for climate change at communal and individual levels by appealing to different representations of faith and the importance that the environment, and its protection, plays in their philosophies. On the 11th of October 2015, the Malaysian Climate Change Group is hosting an interfaith dialogue on climate change which will explore religious and moral teachings in Malaysia to facilitate behavioural...2015-10-0539 min