Explaining Malaysia

Explaining Malaysia. For people who don't know her. For people who want to know her better.

ExM decodes the dynamics of the complex, chaotic, and often misunderstood nation of Malaysia.

Providing a sharp "insider-outsider" voice, our videos beyond surface-level headlines to deliver deeply researched, narrative-driven video essays — translating the chaos of Malaysian news, culture, and history into clear, compelling context.

Built on a foundation of rigorous academic research, books we actually read, journals with obscure, deeply fascinating stories, declassified documents telling secret histories, and on-the-ground insight, presented with the intellectual curiosity and narrative flair of a seasoned journalist.

I want Explaining Malaysia to be the go-to resource for Asia hands, diplomats, journalists, investors, Malaysians abroad, expats, and curious minds worldwide who want to go deeper. Not reporting on Malaysia; decoding it.

From the team at The KUL Things.