What happens when someone with no political background steps into government, but carries a lifelong passion for the creative economy? In this episode, we sit down with Irene Umar, Indonesia’s Vice Minister of Creative Economy, to explore how her perspectives can help shape the nation’s newest and most vibrant sector.From FMCG to fine arts, Irene sees the creative economy as more than just culture, it’s a powerful economic engine, a matchmaker of collaborations, and a bridge between industries that don’t always speak the same language. She believes Indonesia already has the foundation to lead in this space, it just needs to be organized, sharpened, and pushed forward.-----------------Thank you for watching, don't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications on these videos to be the first to know our next episodes. Also, if you're reading until this section, comment down below your favorite part from this podcast!Makna Talks is available on Spotify and Youtube. Twitter: @maknatalksInstagram: @maknatalksBusiness: talks@maknagroup.com

Before we got "lo-fi girl" who became the go-to soundtrack for late-night overthinkers and AM thoughts, we had Adhitia Sofyan where his songs sat with you in silence, helping you process love, longing, and everything in between.In this episode, we sit down with Adhitia to talk about his journey as a musician who started recording in his bedroom, the stories behind how he writes music, and a sneak peek into his upcoming album. We also dive into how the music industry has changed since the early days of his career back when sharing songs online felt like tossing them into the unknown (the good old days of 4shared), never knowing who might stumble upon them.

From viral beginnings to global stages, Rich Brian has redefined what it means to be a self-made artist in the digital age. Bursting onto the scene at just 16 the Indonesian rapper, singer, and producer quickly proved he was more than a one-hit wonder. With every release, Brian shows he’s not just riding the wave, he’s building his own.-----------------If you've watched the video until the end you probably notice there's a quick plug for our perfume collaboration with Avalanche. Here's the link to purchase the perfume, Thankyou!The Host: https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-the-host-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147Interview Room:https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-interview-room-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147If you want to see other collections from Avalanche you can head over to: avalanchefragrance.com/links-----------------Thank you for watching, don't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications on these videos to be the first to know our next episodes. Also, if you're reading until this section, comment down below your favorite part from this podcast!Makna Talks is available on Spotify and Youtube. Twitter: @maknatalksInstagram: @maknatalksBusiness: talks@maknagroup.com

Ask and you shall receive, finally the day has come where we have the one and only Nicholas Saputra on the podcast! Who doesn't know him? From the boy who stole the nation’s heart as Rangga in Ada Apa Dengan Cinta? to a filmmaker, traveler, and storyteller with purpose, Nicholas Saputra has lived a life both in the spotlight and behind the lens.In this episode, we dive into how he first fell in love with film, what it’s like navigating recognition and the limelight, his endless curiosity for the world through traveling, and his journey as a producer remaking the very film that made him a national icon. -----------------If you've watched the video until the end you probably notice there's a quick plug for our perfume collaboration with Avalanche. Here's the link to purchase the perfume, Thankyou!The Host: https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-the-host-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147Interview Room:https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-interview-room-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147If you want to see other collections from Avalanche you can head over to: avalanchefragrance.com/links

In this episode, we sit down with Ildo Hasman, the drummer of Perunggu, as he tells us about the early days of releasing music with zero expectations, simply putting songs out into the world without worrying about where it would take them and the time when he felt that spark of “wow, this band is the real deal” for the first time. At the heart of our conversation we see Ildo’s perspective on what some can say as a kind of mental privilege, where he has the freedom to make music and be in a band without the crushing pressure of having to “succeed” by industry standards. For him, being a musician isn’t about chasing fame or numbers, it’s about passion, joy, and the pure love of playing.-----------------If you've watched the video until the end you probably notice there's a quick plug for our perfume collaboration with Avalanche. Here's the link to purchase the perfume, Thankyou!The Host: https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-the-host-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147Interview Room:https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-interview-room-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147If you want to see other collections from Avalanche you can head over to: avalanchefragrance.com/links

Ever wondered what really happens in the final 24 hours before a massive music festival? In this special episode, we’re going behind the scenes with Gerhana “Ghana” Banyubiru, the mastermind behind The Sounds Project, as he takes us through the whirlwind of preparations at the venue just one day before the big show. magic that happens offstage, this is your all-access pass to the world of The Sounds Project.---------------Thank you for watching, don't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications on these videos to be the first to know our next episodes. Also, if you're reading until this section, comment down below your favorite part from this podcast!Makna Talks is available on Spotify and Youtube. Twitter: @maknatalksInstagram: @maknatalksBusiness: talks@maknagroup.com

Where do we even begin with this one?Omara Esteghlal dropped by, and what started as a casual conversation about his new upcoming film "Tinggal Meninggal", a movie with a fresh out of the norm format, quickly turned into one of our most introspective conversations yet. We talked about philosophy, not just as an academic subject (although, he studied it for real), but also as a way he navigates the world. We suggest you make a cup of coffee before enjoying this episode because this conversation felt like a 3 AM conversation with someone who actually thinks before they speak.-----------------If you've watched the video until the end you probably notice there's a quick plug for our perfume collaboration with Avalanche. Here's the link to purchase the perfume, Thankyou!The Host: https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-the-host-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147Interview Room:https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-interview-room-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147If you want to see other collections from Avalanche you can head over to: avalanchefragrance.com/links

What does it take to leave everything familiar behind, start over in a city that never sleeps, and share it all with the world one vlog at a time?In this episode we sit down with Edward Halim, an Indonesian vlogger who's been living in New York and turning his day-to-day experiences into engaging stories through his lens bringing a unique perspective to life in the Big Apple as someone far from home. He also opens up about the loneliness that creeps in between busy city days, the simple things he misses most about Indonesia, and how being far from home is a constant mix of growth and longing.-----------------If you've watched the video until the end you probably notice there's a quick plug for our perfume collaboration with Avalanche. Here's the link to purchase the perfume, Thankyou!The Host: https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-the-host-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147Interview Room:https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-interview-room-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147If you want to see other collections from Avalanche you can head over to: avalanchefragrance.com/links----------------

Some people pick up music. Endah let it pick her.Long before "Endah N Rhesa,” she was already deepening her knowledge and skills in music, going to competitions and finding her own feet as what kind of musician she wants to be. In this conversation, she tells us about growing up with in a household where music was always playing in the background. But this episode isn’t about nostalgia. It’s about identity, her independence to create as an Indie artist, and the power of building music with your own hands and the community around it.-----------------If you've watched the video until the end you probably notice there's a quick plug for our perfume collaboration with Avalanche. Here's the link to purchase the perfume, Thankyou!The Host: https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-the-host-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147Interview Room:https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-interview-room-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147If you want to see other collections from Avalanche you can head over to: avalanchefragrance.com/links

In this episode of Talks International, we sit down with Nuray Istiqbal a woman who’s stepping into a new beginning. Her journey into Islam wasn’t driven by pressure or expectation, but by curiosity, reflection, and a love for learning.

We talk about transformation, not as a rejection of the past, but as an honest search for peace. About letting go of what no longer fits, and embracing a life that feels more grounded, more intentional, more true.If you're moved by her story, Nuray will be sharing more at Amazing Muharram on July 14, where she’ll open up further about her journey and what it means to begin again.You can register here: https://syafa.at/maknatalks

A new beginnings don’t need permission, you just need the courage to follow it.

What does it take to become one of Indonesia’s most beloved storytellers? For Yandy Laurens, the answer starts in Makassar in a childhood shaped by racism, resilience, and one very perceptive aunt who saw something special in him.

In this episode, Yandy opens up about the moments that shaped his path: from growing up as an outsider, to getting a one-way ticket to IKJ thanks to his aunt’s belief in his potential. He shares how the original Sore web series was made with a crew of just five people, and how that small project has now grown into a feature film and a milestone in his career. Stories has such a way with people that a good one can make you reflect on life, and as Yandy put it himself, making up stories can also heal the ones we live through.-----------------

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Dengan latar laut Labuan Bajo, kami mempersembahkan salah satu episode paling istimewa dalam perjalanan Makna Talks.Jeremy Thomas, aktor, entrepreneur, ayah, dan di atas semuanya, seorang manusia yang terus tumbuh bersama waktu. Dalam obrolan ini, ia berbagi pandangan tentang ketenaran, pentingnya fondasi hidup, merawat diri secara utuh, hingga perannya sebagai ayah dan perjalanan membangun bisnis di balik layar. Bukan sekadar nostalgia, ini adalah perbincangan tentang menjadi manusia dan menerima setiap fase kehidupan dengan tenang.A special episode with a special set and a special guest.Big thanks to our friends Scentplus for making this possible, and also AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach for the warm welcome.We hope everyone enjoys the episode!

We sit down with the one and only Yovie Widianto, a name synonymous with timeless songs, beautiful lyrics, and the golden era of Indonesian pop. From founding Kahitna to shaping the soundtrack of our love lives for nearly four decades, saying he is a legend still feels like an understatement. Now stepping into a new role as Presidential Special Staff for the Creative Economy, Yovie is using his voice and expereinces not just to compose, but to advocate for artists, creators, and the future of Indonesia’s creative industries.-----------------If you've watched the video until the end you probably notice there's a quick plug for our perfume collaboration with Avalanche. Here's the link to purchase the perfume, Thankyou!The Host: https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-the-host-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147Interview Room:https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-interview-room-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147If you want to see other collections from Avalanche you can head over to: avalanchefragrance.com/links

Forget fairy tales and outdated traditions real relationships are messy, beautiful, and it take more than just love. If you're preparing for marriage, trying to repair it, or simply want to understand your emotional patterns Bu Rani is a guide worth following. As a marriage consultant, she doesn’t promise happily ever after, but she does offer something even better: the tools to build a relationship that’s real and conscious. In this episode, we talk about love as it is without the sugar coating.---------------If you've watched the video until the end you probably notice there's a quick plug for our perfume collaboration with Avalanche. Here's the link to purchase the perfume, Thankyou!The Host: https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-the-host-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147Interview Room:https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-interview-room-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147If you want to see other collections from Avalanche you can head over to: avalanchefragrance.com/links

Known for writing emotionally resonant and critically acclaimed novels like Critical Eleven, The Architecture of Love, and Antologi Rasa, Ika has carved out a space in Indonesia’s literary scene where honest stories about love, ambition, and identity take center stage. But behind her bestsellers is a story of discipline, duality, and deep personal drive. We talk about what it really takes to write a book that connects with thousand and how she balances her high-level banking career with the creative demands of storytelling, and why both disciplines have shaped her success in very different ways.

Whether you’re a writer, a reader, a creative, or just someone trying to balance it all this episode will leave you inspired to find your own rhythm, tell your own story, and remember the people who helped you begin it.---------------If you've watched the video until the end you probably notice there's a quick plug for our perfume collaboration with Avalanche. Here's the link to purchase the perfume, Thankyou!The Host: https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-the-host-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147Interview Room:https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-interview-room-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147If you want to see other collections from Avalanche you can head over to: avalanchefragrance.com/links

A stand-up comedian known for his sharp and dry humor, but behind the mic, he's also a world-class procrastinator. In this episode, we get real about the ups and downs of the stand-up scene in Indonesia: how the industry has grown, the unshakable role of community, and why no comic truly makes it by going at it alone, as Gilang puts it, no comic kills it solo because behind every punchline is a support system that made it land.---------------

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Di tengah riuhnya isu lingkungan, ada satu suara muda yang konsisten bekerja dan berdampak besar: Giri Marhara. Dalam episode ini, kami berbincang dengan Giri Marhara atau kerao di panggil Hara, pemuda yang memilih untuk tidak menunggu perubahan, melainkan memulainya. Semenjak 2013 ia telah membersihkan 2,856.01 KG sampah dan hingga sekarang angka masih belum berhenti. Obrolan ini membawa kita menyelami proses berpikir, nilai-nilai, dan motivasi di balik setiap langkah yang Hara ambil. Lebih dari sekadar cerita tentang kebersihan atau lingkungan, ini adalah refleksi tentang tanggung jawab personal, tentang peran kita sebagai individu dalam masyarakat, dan tentang pentingnya bergerak meski tidak selalu terlihat.--------------------------00:00 Introduction14:25 How it all started19:25 Where his strong principles come from24:51 The main goal31:22 What he gets from picking up trash33:35 How the canoe came into the picture38:20 The site & his gear40:48 A quick demo: how he does it

Ruang dialog ini mempertemukan dua pilar yang tak terpisahkan dalam pendidikan anak: guru dan orang tua. Di tengah perubahan zaman yang cepat dan tantangan sosial yang terus berkembang, kurikulum sekolah berupaya merespons dengan membekali anak-anak tak hanya dengan pengetahuan akademis, tetapi juga kecakapan emosional, karakter, dan nilai-nilai hidup. Namun, pendidikan tidak berhenti di ruang kelas. Tanpa keselarasan visi antara sekolah dan rumah, setiap langkah pembelajaran bisa kehilangan makna dan arah. Dialog ini hadir untuk menjembatani harapan dan tantangan dari kedua belah pihak, karena ketika guru dan orang tua berjalan beriringan, anak-anak tak hanya belajar lebih baik, tetapi juga tumbuh dalam lingkungan yang memahami, mendukung, dan memberi jalan untuk menjadi versi terbaik diri.

Raditya Wibowo is quietly redefining what it means to build the future of mobility in Indonesia. As the founder and CEO of MAKA Motors, he brings a rare combination of operational rigor, product intuition, and long-term vision. Before MAKA Motors, Raditya held key leadership roles at Gojek, including Chief Transport Officer, where he helped shape how millions of Indonesians move every day. That experience didn’t just teach him scale, it showed him what mobility looks like on the ground: what works, what breaks, and what’s missing. He launched MAKA Motors with a clear goal to build electric two-wheelers that are not only environmentally sound, but also uncompromising in performance.---------------If you've watched the video until the end you probably notice there's a quick plug for our perfume collaboration with Avalanche. Here's the link to purchase the perfume, Thankyou!The Host: https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-the-host-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147Interview Room:https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-interview-room-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147If you want to see other collections from Avalanche you can head over to: avalanchefragrance.com/links

Pratama Nugraha, better known as Tamtam, is a creator who’s not just cooking food, he’s sparking a movement. He’s the creative mind behind some of the most mouthwatering vegan takes on Indonesian cuisine you’ll ever see. From reimagining classic dishes into vegan delights to exploring the deeper meaning of food as identity, Tamtam isn’t just making meals, he’s telling stories. Through food, he preserves culture and opens up conversations about the richness of Indonesian ingredients and cuisines.---------------If you've watched the video until the end you probably notice there's a quick plug for our perfume collaboration with Avalanche. Here's the link to purchase the perfume, Thankyou!The Host: https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-the-host-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147Interview Room:https://www.tokopedia.com/avalanchefragrance/avalanche-fragrance-x-maknatalks-interview-room-extrait-de-parfum?extParam=whid%3D16513147If you want to see other collections from Avalanche you can head over to: avalanchefragrance.com/links