Wavers Podcast

Derrick Chou

Featuring influential guests on in-depth interviews with the goal of answering the unanswered. "A podcast that answers the unanswered."

Episodes

  1. Mar 24

    #11 | DJ Marcc, Music Producer, Sims4 "Candy Mind" by SYA ft. SENNA, Anugerah Lagu Indie Top 21 & 24

    Timestamps:0:00 Introduction 2:04 Collaborating with artists, Local & International 5:21 Work-life Balance7:47 Why Hip-Hop & Rap Genre?8:50 Anugerah Lagu Indie Archievement10:02 Language Barriers with local artist?12:30 How/Where to sell?13:41 Aims to be more internationally known15:18 Dream collab with Drake, Travis, Tyler16:18 Relationship with Warner Chappell 17:02 Advices for beginners 17:20 Label vs Publisher Companies 18:48 Music Producing Field Saturation 23:46 Unnecessary to study music in University 26:07 Producer Tags Annoying? 26:07 Selfishness & Payment Problems 27:25 Pros being a music producer27:59 Music caught Yuna's attention 31:54 5 figures earnings!?33:28 Outro--------------------------------------------------------------------------Marcc, a local music producer that's had collaborated with artists locally and internationally. Working with the likes of Airliftz, Guccimith, Nakalness, BG8LOCC, Rayi Putra, Dato Maw, Rayi Putra, Ariel Nayaka just to name a few from his huge portfolio. He has produced songs that reached the Top 21 and 24 in (Anugerah Lagu Indie) Hip-hop genre Indie Song Award. His music also recently appeared on Sim4 “Candy Mind” by SYA, SENNA. In this episode, Marcc talks about how he found success in the local music scene, starting from humble beginnings. He also discusses the challenges he faced, his goals for the future, and impressive earnings of 5 figures! --------------------------------------------------------------------------Today's Guest:Marcc - https://www.instagram.com/_marcc3--------------------------------------------------------------------------⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️The Information discussed and talked about on the Wavers Podcast is ultimately for educational, motivational, and entertainment purposes only, without any indication of assurance of any kind, including assurance of accuracy, completeness, or success for any particular reasoning.The Information obtained in or provided through the podcast is not intended to be against anyone of any kind, but just a discussion of an subject from the host's and guest's point of view. This podcast consist of advices, viewers aren't advised to make any decision, financially or any sort of personal decision based on any of the information presented on this podcast without undertaking independent rigour consultation with a professional.The Information on the podcast and provided from or through our content is general in nature and isn't specific to you the spectator or anyone else. Understand that the usage of any information available on or through this URL is on your own risk.

    34 min
  2. Mar 24

    #10 | Shaun Ho, Street Pranking Controversy, Death Threats, An Introvert?

    Timestamps:0:00 Introduction 2:00 MBTI test shows Shaun is an Introvert? 3:46 Why become a content creator? 7:44 Wavers Podcast History 9:26 Getting approached by frowsy fan 14:06 Authenticity & real-life 15:32 Mistakes of not getting consent 17:23 Receiving Death Threats 19:35 Family thoughts on full-timing in content creation 22:04 Income not fixed 23:40 Alternative sources of income 24:38 Is it a sustainable career? 26:51 Advices 30:19 Outro --------------------------------------------------------------------------Today's guest, Shaun Ho, a local content creator who has taken the Malaysian street pranking scene to a new level. He gained 650K views on his first viral video in just three months. His content is available on almost every platform, even reaching out to Chinese-speaking audiences in social-media platforms like 小红书, Lemon 8 and Douyin (TikTok China Version). This episode covers his content creation journey since January, the challenges he faced along the way, and even stories of getting death threats from his rather bizarre content. --------------------------------------------------------------------------Questions Asked-: Where did you get your confidence from? From doing what you do? : When and how did you start content creating? : What is one undeniable challenge you have encountered filming street interviews? : How far do you think you can take content creation? In your perspective do you think is a sensible career?: Could you disclose any of your goals and plans for the year and the years to come as a content creator. : What did your family members think of you being full-time on content creation? --------------------------------------------------------------------------Today's Guest:Shaun Ho - https://www.instagram.com/shaun.hzn/--------------------------------------------------------------------------⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️The Information discussed and talked about on the Wavers Podcast is ultimately for educational, motivational, and entertainment purposes only, without any indication of assurance of any kind, including assurance of accuracy, completeness, or success for any particular reasoning.The Information obtained in or provided through the podcast is not intended to be against anyone of any kind, but just a discussion of an subject from the host's and guest's point of view. This podcast consist of advices, viewers aren't advised to make any decision, financially or any sort of personal decision based on any of the information presented on this podcast without undertaking independent rigour consultation with a professional.The Information on the podcast and provided from or through our content is general in nature and isn't specific to you the spectator or anyone else. Understand that the usage of any information available on or through this URL is on your own risk.

    33 min
  3. Mar 24

    #9 | Adele Lew, Toyota Gazoo Racing Malaysia 2022 Rookie, Gender Boundaries Broken?

    Timestamps:Introduction: 0:00 - 1:44How her father Eddie Lew played a role in her driving skills 1:44 - 5:16Thoughts on monetary cost to get started in Motorsports 5:16 - 8:42Struggles faced, when starting racing 8:42 - 11:08Coping with mental & physical aspects of the sport 11:08 - 11:31Who's fastest in the family? 11:31 - 13:44There's political & money side of Motorsports? 13:44 - 15:18Working with Leona Chin 15:18 - 17:16Future plans 17:16 - 18:32Opens up about Elson Lew 18:32 - 19:44Experience working with Stoned & Co 19:44 - 21:00Outro 21:00 - 22:16--------------------------------------------------------------------------Today's guest, Adele Lew who's one of the few female racing drivers in the country. Working with the likes of Leona Chin. She’s part of the only female racing team to get P5 in the Johor Karting Series and P7/P8 in the October endurance race. She’s currently racing in Toyota Gazoo Racing. --------------------------------------------------------------------------Questions Asked-: How did you start getting into Motorsports? : Motorsports is known to be an expensive sport, how much do you think is needed for young female talents like you to start? (@beethknee Instagram follower's question): Do you think motorsports has been very political and money involved? (Instagram follower's question): Your Dad Eddie Lew is a well respected veteran of the sport, how do you think he has improved your racing?: You're born in a racing family with both your brother (Elson Lew) and Father (Eddie Lew) are both drivers, who’s the fastest? : Motorsports is a tough sport, how do you deal with the physical aspect (accidents, g force) and psychological aspect of it? From a female driver standpoint? : You have worked with the likes of Leona Chin, who’s an icon among female drivers in the field. What was it like? : Where do you see yourself in the next 10 years in racing? And if not racing where about? : You were one of the three models for the Stoned x M4NTAP Collection, tell us more about your experience working with Stoned & Co? --------------------------------------------------------------------------Today's Guest's Social:Adele Lew - https://www.instagram.com/adele.zy----------------------------------------------------------------------⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️The Information discussed and talked about on the Wavers Podcast is ultimately for educational, motivational, and entertainment purposes only, without any indication of assurance of any kind, including assurance of accuracy, completeness, or success for any particular reasoning.The Information obtained in or provided through the podcast is not intended to be against anyone of any kind, but just a discussion of an subject from the host's and guest's point of view. This podcast consist of advices, viewers aren't advised to make any decision, financially or any sort of personal decision based on any of the information presented on this podcast without undertaking independent rigour consultation with a professional.The Information on the podcast and provided from or through our content is general in nature and isn't specific to you the spectator or anyone else. Understand that the usage of any information available on or through this URL is on your own risk.

    22 min
  4. Mar 24

    #8 | IGCSE Maths, Teacher Ivan Lim, NEXTGEN Academy

    Timestamps:Introduction 0:00 - 1:18 Why teach Maths and Add Maths? 1:18 - 4:45Why quit Civil Engineering and Job in Bank? 4:45 - 8:40Time management & Work ethic 8:40 - 11:14What happen to Hou Sek Gourmet Snacks? 11:14 - 20:37Why teach online? 20:37 - 25:49Why teach IGCSE syllabus and not SPM? 25:49 - 29:31 One undeniable challenge operating NextGEN Academy 29:31 - 33:41More about Teacher Ivan Lim 33:41 - 38:34 --------------------------------------------------------------------------Today's guest, Ivan Lim also known as Teacher Ivan Lim who specializes in teaching IGCSE Maths and Add Maths who is a founder of NEXGEN Academy. His not your typical kind of teacher, having 2k followers on Instagram posting motivational and tips & tricks for both Maths and Add Maths. Find out more about why he started teaching the subject, how he maintains his work ethic along with the entrepreneurial side of him! --------------------------------------------------------------------------Questions Asked-: Why teach Maths and Add Maths?: Why teach IGCSE Syllabus rather than SPM syllabus? : Why not stick to traditional tuitions where tutors teach in a physical center? : How do you manage your time so efficiently? You teach part-time in an international school and teach levels from year 9 to 11, along with your gym routine.: What one undeniable challenge operating a Online School (NextGEN Academy) : You used to sell snacks, what happened? (Hou Sek Gourmet Snacks): Why quit Civil Engineering and Job in Bank?--------------------------------------------------------------------------Today's Guest's Social:Teacher Ivan Lim- https://www.instagram.com/teacherivanlimNEXTGEN Academy- https://www.nextgenacademy.co----------------------------------------------------------------------⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️The Information discussed and talked about on the Wavers Podcast is ultimately for educational, motivational, and entertainment purposes only, without any indication of assurance of any kind, including assurance of accuracy, completeness, or success for any particular reasoning.The Information obtained in or provided through the podcast is not intended to be against anyone of any kind, but just a discussion of an subject from the host's and guest's point of view. This podcast consist of advices, viewers aren't advised to make any decision, financially or any sort of personal decision based on any of the information presented on this podcast without undertaking independent rigour consultation with a professional.The Information on the podcast and provided from or through our content is general in nature and isn't specific to you the spectator or anyone else. Understand that the usage of any information available on or through this URL is on your own risk.

    39 min
  5. Mar 24

    #7 | Crypto Expert 'Mr-Stingy', Should youths get invested in them?

    Timestamps:Introduction 0:00 - 1:45Research first 1:45 - 2:46Teens should earn money through social-gigs then investing 2:46 - 3:03Forex Trading safe? 3:03 - 3:24Why crypto, job in Luno? 3:24 - 4:23Easiest way to earn from crypto 4:23 - 5:39So many crypto-currencies which to study? 5:39 - 6:43What impact does FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried had in the field? 6:43 - 7:03Influencers NFT & Crypto Scams 7:03 - 8:02Potential of digital currencies 8:02 - 9:00 Sidetrack 9:00 - 10:46--------------------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, Derrick the host of the Wavers Podcast welcomes Mr Aaron Tang a.k.a "Mr-Stingy" who runs a personal blog about optimizing time, money and relationships, his work has appeared in Business Insider, The Huffington Post, SAYS and more. His also Malaysia's Country Manager for Luno. Today things will be held out of the norm. It will be a 'Written Podcast' where Mr-Stingy has already written his responses, and Derrick's good mate Kason will be reading out his responses. Which will be a pre-recorded voiceover.--------------------------------------------------------------------------Questions Asked-: What is Crypto in general? Is it somewhat like gambling? Would you recommend young adults to get into it as a side hustle if no, what methods would you recommend?: Crypto Vs Forex Trading which is safer and why? : How did You get into Crypto and why do you enjoy it? : Heard you came from an engineering industry, what was the calling during the journey to allow you to be in the position you’re currently at?: How can I use crypto properly to earn money? : What are the different types of crypto? And which do you recommend in terms of security? : What caused NFTs/Crypto to suddenly rise up in price and reduce in the price? Why is the market so unstable, how in your opinion Sam Bankman-Fried the founder of FTX impacts the market and how to avoid getting affected impactfully. What's your prediction on when crypto will take over cash. : What are your thoughts on social-media influencers scamming people off their own NFT projects? : If I were to be investing in Crypto, when should I start and how should I do it? : How do you think crypto can change the world? : Lastly, what do you think of ‘Wavers Podcast’?--------------------------------------------------------------------------Mr-Stingy- https://www.mr-stingy.comKason's Instagram- www.instagram.com/kxson.l----------------------------------------------------------------------⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️The Information discussed and talked about on The Wavers Podcast is ultimately for educational, motivational, and entertainment purposes only, without any indication of assurance of any kind, including assurance of accuracy, completeness, or success for any particular reasoning.The Information obtained in or provided through the podcast is not intended to be against anyone of any kind, but just a discussion of an subject from the host's and guest's point of view. This podcast consist of advices, viewers aren't advised to make any decision, financially or any sort of personal decision based on any of the information presented on this podcast without undertaking independent rigour consultation with a professional.The Information on the podcast and provided from or through our content is general in nature and isn't specific to you the spectator or anyone else. Understand that the usage of any information available on or through this URL is on your own risk.

    11 min
  6. Mar 24

    #6 | Mr Money TV, Should Malaysians study in Singapore or locally?

    Timestamps: Introduction 0:00 - 1:02How much is needed for a child in Malaysia full education? 1:02 - 4:33Culture similarities between the two countries 4:33 - 9:22Studying in different countries 9:22 - 10:38Does studying overseas affect personality? 10:38 - 13:37Certificates doesn't 100% result to employable 13:37 - 13:58Strategies to avoid expensive student loans 13:58 - 18:58Parents trust & guidance 18:58 - 24:25Malaysia's syllabus are irrelevant? 24:25 - 28:26Sidetrack 28:26 - 33:46Should schools teach Money & Tax management? 33:46 - 38:47Time management, Purpose & Work ethic 38:47 - 43:05 --------------------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, Derrick the host of the Wavers Podcast welcomes Malaysia's first financial edutainment YouTube channel with 140K subscribers, "Mr Money TV". Mr Peter has worked with famous local YouTuber "JinnyBoyTV" following with politicians like Tony Pua, Tengku Zafrul Aziz and Syed Saddiq as well as corporate companies like KWP Malaysia, Luno and Alliance Bank. Today, Mr Peter addressed many questions regarding the following topic: whether parents should withdraw EPF funds for their children's tertiary education, what is it about Malaysia that you think you don’t like or can be improved, the benefits of studying locally vs in Singapore and more all from a financial stand of point.--------------------------------------------------------------------------Today's guest: https://www.mrmoneytv.com--------------------------------------------------------------------------⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️The Information discussed and talked about on The Wavers Podcast is ultimately for educational, motivational, and entertainment purposes only, without any indication of assurance of any kind, including assurance of accuracy, completeness, or success for any particular reasoning.The Information obtained in or provided through the podcast is not intended to be against anyone of any kind, but just a discussion of an subject from the host's and guest's point of view. This podcast consist of advices, viewers aren't advised to make any decision, financially or any sort of personal decision based on any of the information presented on this podcast without undertaking independent rigour consultation with a professional.The Information on the podcast and provided from or through our content is general in nature and isn't specific to you the spectator or anyone else. Understand that the usage of any information available on or through this URL is on your own risk.#finance #education

    43 min
  7. Mar 24

    #5 | Girls POV on High-School Romance

    Timestamps:Introduction 0:00 - 1:47Challenges in long-distanced relationship 1:47 - 19:03Is watching porn cheating 19:03 - 27:54Is society promoting pornography? 27:54 - 46:24How to face rejection positively & focus on self-growth? 46:24 - 55:20How to prioritize your partner properly? 55:20 - 1:13:50Compromise & Understand 1:13:50 - 1:33:23 Feminine strength 1:33:23 - 1:43:46Commitment & Motivation in relationships 1:43:46 - 1:53:35Abortion is illegal? 1:53:35 - 2:01:55--------------------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, Derrick the host of Wavers Podcast welcomes three new guests and another you may be familiar with; Maya, Jolin, Khai Yann and Joey. Despite having three episodes of this series including having a pastor in one of the episodes, Derrick didn't stop there. Today, they discussed mainly the girl's point of view on youth relationships as well as past experiences and personal opinions. Furthermore, the girls also addressed the most attractive traits of a guy as well as physical intimacy questions like whether or not pornography can harm a relationship and whether actions should be done if accidents like early sex and pregnancy occurs without much responsibility, especially among young adults. ----------------------------------------------------------------------*PLEASE NOTE*The Wavers Podcast is a notable break from the typical content viewers encounter from the comedy skits & gaming videos in this channel. We as The Wavers Podcast couldn't be more proud and excited to watch this unwrap and progress. Please be advised that we will be exploring a wide variety of topics (some high-school, highly controversial themed) our younger audiences (and their parents) should be advised that some topics will be for mature audiences only.⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️The Information discussed and talked about on The Wavers Podcast is ultimately for educational, motivational, and entertainment purposes only, without any indication of assurance of any kind, including assurance of accuracy, completeness, or success for any particular reasoning.The Information obtained in or provided through the podcast is not intended to be against anyone of any kind, but just a discussion of an subject from the host's and guest's point of view. This podcast consist of advices, viewers aren't advised to make any decision, financially or any sort of personal decision based on any of the information presented on this podcast without undertaking independent rigour consultation with a professional.The Information on the podcast and provided from or through our content is general in nature and isn't specific to you the spectator or anyone else. Understand that the usage of any information available on or through this URL is on your own risk.

    2h 2m
  8. Mar 24

    #2 | The Men Behind "GP_N_MEMES" Instagram Page

    Professional Motorsports Event Organizer, Commentator and Admin of 34.6K Followers Meme Page, the boys welcome Rio. In today's episode, Rio reveals challenges faced maintaining the page, ways to be an commentator for any sport as well as expressing his honest reaction about Gordon Ramsey and Lando Norris following and interacting with his social media page. We also discussed on how Sepang International Circuit can make a come back to the F1 calendar, comparing Motorsport's legends with their child on how they are coping with carrying their father's legacy. Furthermore, Derrick and Rio, shared their thoughts on how newly appointed Manchester United Manager Erik Ten Hag can transform the club from last season's disastrous performance. -------------------------------------Timestamps:Coming soon 00:00 - 3:00Strategies for admining the Instagram Account 3:00 - 04:21The Journey 04:21 - 14:54Why a meme page of F1? 14:54 - 21:05When did you realize your meme page became BIG and a big deal? 21:05 - 27:03Alister Yoong Vs Alex Yoong 27:03 - 29:31Ideas of ways to return Sepang Circuit 29:31 - 37:16Challenges of starting a sports-related social media account and professional racing at a later age. 37:16 - 39:09Side Track 39:09 - 1:12:25⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️The Information discussed and talked about on The Wavers Podcast is ultimately for educational, motivational, and entertainment purposes only, without any indication of assurance of any kind, including assurance of accuracy, completeness, or success for any particular reasoning.The Information obtained in or provided through the podcast is not intended to be against anyone of any kind, but just a discussion of an subject from the host's and guest's point of view. This podcast consist of advices, viewers aren't advised to make any decision, financially or any sort of personal decision based on any of the information presented on this podcast without undertaking independent rigour consultation with a professional.The Information on the podcast and provided from or through our content is general in nature and isn't specific to you the spectator or anyone else. Understand that the usage of any information available on or through this URL is on your own risk.

    1h 12m

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Featuring influential guests on in-depth interviews with the goal of answering the unanswered. "A podcast that answers the unanswered."