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Earth Matters

Booking Overview

An environmental affairs interview show focused on climate change, conservation, land rights, food systems, and ecological issues in Malaysia and Southeast Asia, typically featuring activists, researchers, conservationists, filmmakers, and community practitioners. Suitable pitches include subject-matter experts with direct regional experience, advocacy leaders, authors, researchers, and documentary makers; booking difficulty is medium because guests need credible expertise and a strong public-interest angle, though marquee celebrity status is not required.

Metrics

Episodes: 1011

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Listener location: United Kingdom

YouTube: 1.2M subscribers

Instagram: 208.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

digital@bfm.my

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Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Activists, environmental researchers, conservationists, Indigenous and land-rights advocates, agricultural experts, filmmakers, authors, and practitioners with direct knowledge of Malaysian or Southeast Asian environmental issues.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership roles in advocacy or conservation organizations, Published research or major reports, Documentary or book creation, Community organizing and environmental campaigning

Recent Guest Discussions

Peter Ong - Nature Photography, Primate Conservation, Malaysian Biodiversity, Conservation Communication, And His Books On Perlis And Peninsular Malaysian Primates

Heng Kiah Chun - Malaysia’s Recurring Haze Crisis, Its Causes, Environmental Campaigning, And Regional Accountability

Andreas Harsono - Land Rights, Environmental Defenders, Indigenous Communities, Criminal Prosecutions, And Environmental Justice In Indonesia And Southeast Asia

Nurfitri Amir Muhammad - Genetically Modified Rice, Agricultural Biotechnology, Herbicide Use, Farmer Protections, Biodiversity, And Food Sovereignty

Albert Bansa - Indigenous Communities In Sarawak, Ancestral Land, Community-led Conservation, Documentary Filmmaking, And The Film Long Moh

Recent Topics

Environmental Justice, Climate Change, Conservation, Indigenous Rights, Sustainability

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Earth Matters
:

Budget 2027: Is Malaysia Investing Enough in Nature?

October 12, 2026

Malaysia’s Budget 2027 includes funding for biodiversity conservation, community rangers and green initiatives, alongside measures to address issues such as flooding and water security. The government has also increased the allocation for the Ecological Fiscal Transfer, which provides funding to state governments to support conservation efforts. But WWF-Malaysia had called for a much bigger investment in nature ahead of the budget, including RM1 billion for the Ecological Fiscal Transfer, ded...

Understanding Climate Tipping Points and Planetary Health

October 07, 2026

Climate change is often described as a gradual process, but there are points where a system can change much more rapidly, and potentially in ways that are difficult or impossible to reverse. These are what scientists call tipping points. They can happen in the climate and natural world, but they can also affect food systems, economies and, ultimately, human health. While we often hear about the risks of crossing these thresholds, there is another side to the idea: positive tipping points, whe...

Putting the Environment Into Budget 2027

October 05, 2026

As Budget 2027 approaches, what should Malaysia be investing in to address pollution, climate impacts and the protection of our natural resources? Meenakshi Raman, President of Sahabat Alam Malaysia, discusses environmental funding and enforcement, the rapid growth of data centres and their demand for water and energy, and the need to make polluters more responsible for the damage they cause. We also look at the transboundary haze, corporate responsibility across borders, the protection of Ma...

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Earth Matters
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How do I get in touch with Earth Matters?

Its publicly listed email is digital@bfm.my. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Earth Matters?

The publicly listed email for Earth Matters: digital@bfm.my.

How many listeners does Earth Matters have?

Podseeker estimates Earth Matters reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Earth Matters?

Earth Matters typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Activists, environmental researchers, conservationists, Indigenous and land-rights advocates, agricultural experts, filmmakers, authors, and practitioners with direct knowledge of Malaysian or Southeast Asian environmental issues. Common among recent guests: Leadership roles in advocacy or conservation organizations; Published research or major reports; Documentary or book creation. Recent guests include Peter Ong, Heng Kiah Chun, and Andreas Harsono.

How hard is it to get booked on Earth Matters?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Earth Matters cover?

Recent episodes cover Environmental Justice, Climate Change, Conservation, Indigenous Rights, and Sustainability. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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