This is a look back into Malaysian history through the eyes of Datuk Harun Idris, a character steeped in controversy and much mythology. Whilst serving out a jail sentence from 1978-1981 he kept a daily journal which has inspired the harun diaries project. Opening up a chance to speak to those who could describe the historical context as well as the man himself.
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This is a look back into Malaysian history through the eyes of Datuk Harun Idris, a character steeped in controversy and much mythology. Whilst serving out a jail sentence from 1978-1981 he kept a daily journal which has inspired the harun diaries project. Opening up a chance to speak to those who could describe the historical context as well as the man himself.
I discuss some of my research so far whilst writing my chapter on the May 13 riots. TS Rais Yatim elaborates on the friction between Harun and Tun Razak
First part of the podcast with former Malaysia golfer Nazamuddin Yusof. https://mysportsflame.com/sportsflame/archives/521 Second part with former Malaysia footballer and retired policeman Bahwandi Hiralal
In loving memory of Keshminder Singh, former councillor- Subang Jaya. Also the son of Keram Singh Veriah- the legendary lawyer and social activist. You can read about him here- https://m.malaysiakini.com/columns/607059
Telephone conversation on the 7th of April 2023 (ignore date mentioned during the intro). We speak to the veteran Dun and MP of Serdang Dato Yap Pian Hon. So friendly and to be honest, quite cute as well 😆. Photo credit https://youtu.be/jp0va1xWW2U?si=jLdcDyhs7-dObq7S.
Interview with the one and only TS VC George. Well respected advocate and later on high court judge sharing some of his memories of his contemporary Dato Harun Idris
We spoke to this amazing man on the 8th of May 2022 at his house. Learn about how Malaysian Cycling was resuscitated and a little about his relationship with Dato Harun Idris.
This is a phone conversation I had with Mr Kengatharan who used to be with the Malayan Technical Services Union. I spoke to him on the 4th of November 2022. Feel free to check out pictures of on our social media accounts
Special episode today! An interview with the man himself- author of the Harun Diaries from 1983. Talking about the relationship of peninsular Malaysia and Sabah & Sarawak. On Anwar Ibrahim and political Islam
Conversation with Malaysian golf champion (top ranked golfer from 1976-1997) about Dato Harun Idris. Talks about what was Dato Harun like as a person, some insights into his own career. Interview was on 28/05/22 over the phone
This conversation was done over Zoom the 1st of December 2021. Covering the views of Lim Kit Siang on the role of Harun Idris and the May 13th riots. We also discuss the views of Selangor opposition leader- the late Tan Sri Dr Tan Chee Khoon
This is an impromptu chat with Dr Mahathir at a meeting with him in London on the 10th of October 2022. Heavy emphasis on his relationship with Tunku Abdul Rahman and reflections on May13th, Tun Razak and also some contributions from Tun Daim Zainuddin
Interview done in October 2020 on Zoom. Tun Dr Mahathir gives his point of view on Harun Idris, his thoughts on the corruption cases and the dynamics between Tun Razak and Tun Hussein Onn.
Interview done on the 22/08/2021. Former Deputy PM Tun Musa Hitam shares his early interactions with Harun Idris and walks us through what he thinks of Harun’s involvement in the May 13th riots.
This is a chat I had with DS Gopal Sri Ram. A very kind and funny man. He was on the defence team for the Harun Idris HSBC case and had some valuable insights to share from a personal as well as legal perspective
This is a look back into Malaysian history through the eyes of Datuk Harun Idris, a character steeped in controversy and much mythology. Whilst serving out a jail sentence from 1978-1981 he kept a daily journal which has inspired the harun diaries project. Opening up a chance to speak to those who could describe the historical context as well as the man himself.
