Let's Talk (talk show)
Let's Talk is a half-hour English prime time entertainment talk show programme on Radio Televisyen Malaysia TV2 which ran for three seasons. The talk show garnered over one million viewers per episode with Alvin Anthons as its host for all three seasons. During the course of the programme, the show has had local and foreign celebrities, corporate and political figures, interesting professionals and sports personalities. Let's Talk aired every Thursday at 9:30pm on Radio Televisyen Malaysia TV2.[1][2][3]
| Let's Talk | |
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 The title card for Let's Talk, the current incarnation of the show | |
| Genre | |
| Created by | KRU Motion Pictures Sdn Bhd |
| Directed by | Sherman Xavier |
| Presented by |
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| Country of origin | Malaysia |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 3 |
| No. of episodes |
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| Production | |
| Executive producer | KRU Motion Pictures Sdn Bhd |
| Running time | 30 minutes |
| Production company | KRU Motion Pictures Sdn Bhd |
| Release | |
| Original network | Radio Televisyen Malaysia |
| Original release | 2001 – 2002 |
Production
Produced by KRU Motion Pictures Sdn Bhd, 'Let's Talk' is casual and fun, often leaves audiences entertained with either a song and dance, a fun demonstration or a mere impromptu comedy act. The program was recorded in front of live studio audience amidst a set that featured Alvin Anthons as the talk show host and two to three guests per episode. [4] [5][6]
Topics discussed touches on issues pertaining to lifestyle, human interests, social and current interests. Featured guests included Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir, Anuar Zain, Chef Wan, Sheila Majid, Yasmin Yusoff, Paula Malai Ali.[7][8]
Episodes
Season 1
| No. | Original air date | Guest(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | April 5, 2001 | Chef Wan & Daniel Ooi |
| 2 | April 12, 2001 | KRU |
| 3 | April 19, 2001 | Jalaluddin Hassan & Malik Noor |
| 4 | April 26, 2001 | Maya Karin & Lina Teoh |
| 5 | May 3, 2001 | Hishammuddin Hussein & Salleh Yaacob |
| 6 | May 10, 2001 | Bill Keith & Aida Rahim |
| 7 | May 17, 2001 | Serbegeth Shebby Singh & Tony the Animal Trainer |
| 8 | May 24, 2001 | Ferhad & Magnet Man |
| 9 | May 31, 2001 | Camelia & Helmi Harun |
| 10 | June 7, 2001 | Zaibo |
| 11 | June 14, 2001 | Doraemon dubbing crew & Yassin |
| 12 | June 21, 2001 | Anuar Zain |
| 13 | June 28, 2001 | Aznil Nawawi |
Season 2
| No. | Original air date | Guest(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | October 11, 2001 | Phillipa Yoong |
| 2 | October 18, 2001 | Najib Ali & Joanna Bessey |
| 3 | October 25, 2001 | Alleycats (Malaysian rock band) & Wardina Safiyyah |
| 4 | November 1, 2001 | Harith Iskander & Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir |
| 5 | November 8, 2001 | Paula Malai Ali & Disney Buzz Azura Zainal |
| 6 | November 15, 2001 | Mahadzir Lokman |
| 7 | November 22, 2001 | Michael Jackson Impersonator & Elvis Presley Impersonators |
| 8 | November 29, 2001 | Sheila Majid & Ras Adiba Radzi |
| 9 | December 6, 2001 | Dee Jangan Ketawa & Ida Nerina |
| 10 | December 13, 2001 | Hitz Morning Crew |
| 11 | December 20, 2001 | Mumtaz Jaafar & Ramly Ali |
| 12 | December 27, 2001 | Louise & Safari Utan |
| 13 | January 3, 2002 | Joanne Kam Poh Poh |
Season 3
| No. | Original air date | Guest(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | February 7, 2002 | The Royal London Circus |
| 2 | February 14, 2002 | Elaine Daly & Douglas Lim |
| 3 | February 21, 2002 | Rashid Salleh & Reefa |
| 4 | February 28, 2002 | Jeslina Hashim & Khatijah Ibrahim |
| 5 | March 7, 2002 | Sandra Sothy |
| 6 | March 14, 2002 | Zahim al-Bakri |
| 7 | March 21, 2002 | Sarimah Ibrahim & Aki Mustapha |
| 8 | March 28, 2002 | Min Malik & Ary Malik |
| 9 | April 4, 2002 | Wan Zaleha Radzi & Innuendo (band) |
| 10 | April 11, 2002 | Aishah & Leonard Tan |
| 11 | April 18, 2002 | Gary Ratnam & Nor Suhaimi |
| 12 | May 2, 2002 | Hans Isaac & Afdlin Shauki |
References
- https://varnam.my/culture/2020/25221/famous-emcee-alvin-anthons-is-now-hosting-the-nite-nite-show/ "Famous Emcee Alvin Anthons Is Now Hosting 'The Nite Nite Show'", Varnam.my, varnam.my
- https://varnam.my/announcement-announcement/2020/33301/alvin-anthons-earns-national-record-from-malaysia-book-of-records/ Alvin Anthons Earns National Record From Malaysia Book of Records, [Varnam.my]
- https://www.budiey.com/alvin-anthons-bakal-muncul-dengan-single-terbaru-sally/ Alvin Anthons Bakal Muncul Dengan Single Terbaru Sally, [budiey.com]
- Houzyama, Eena (June 7, 2001). "TV News". New Straits Times. p. 11.
- http://lib.perdana.org.my/PLF/Digital_Content/Prominent_Leaders/Mahathir/News_1968-2004/2001-2005/2001pz/pengalaman%20aures.pdf Pengalaman Alvin pikat hati KRU Motion Pictures, [Berita Harian]
- https://www.budiey.com/the-nite-nite-show-with-alvin-anthons-the-first-instagram-live-broadcasting-talk-show/ The Nite Nite Show with Alvin Anthons – a National Record holder verified by Malaysia Book of Records for the First Instagram Live Broadcasting Talk Show, [www.budiey.com]
- https://www.xtra.com.my/trending/the-nite-nite-show-bersama-alvin-anthons-diiktiraf-malaysia-book-of-records/ The Nite Nite Show Bersama Alvin Anthons Diiktiraf Malaysia Book Of Records, [www.xtra.com.my]
- https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/groove/2020/11/638446/showbiz-nite-nite-show-1st-instagram-live-broadcasting-talk-show Nite Nite Show is 1st Instagram Live Broadcasting Talk Show, [www.nst.com.my]