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Asia Specific

BBC World Service
Asia Pacific
China
Australia
Japan
Beijing
Hong Kong
Donald Trump
Cambodia
Southeast Asia
Economic Growth
Soft Power
K-Pop
Climate Change
National Security Law
Social Change
Taiwan
South Korea
Social Media
Thailand
Anti-Semitism

Asia Specific brings you essential insights and conversations on the stories shaping the Asia Pacific region - an economic powerhouse, geo-political flashpoint and the birthplace of global cultural trends.

Asian perspectives on international issues and in-depth analysis on news from a region that’s home to nearly 2.5 billion people. Whether it is the latest on trade between China and Donald Trump,... more

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You might think food brings people together. But online, it has sparked some of Asia’s fiercest cultural disputes. From Singapore and Malaysia arguing over Hainanese chicken rice and hawker centres, to China and South Korea clashing over kimchi and b... more

It’s a grand promise by Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto - a free meal every day for 83 million school children and pregnant women.

But one year into one of the boldest free meal programmes in the world, the policy is facing budget challenges ... more

How tycoon Jimmy Lai went from pro-democracy activist to national security criminal is a story that, some say, mirrors the changes in Hong Kong itself. The 78-year-old once published the city's most widely-read tabloid Apple Daily, which played a piv... more

A deadly shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach - one of Australia’s most iconic public spaces - has raised urgent questions about how such an attack could happen in a country known for strict gun control. With more than a dozen people killed, the attack h... more

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Recent Guests

Ted Hui
Former legislative councillor in Hong Kong now in exile in Australia
Lawyer, formerly with the Hong Kong Legislative Council
Episode: Jimmy Lai verdict: From Hong Kong activist to national security criminal
Panisa Aemocha
Senior journalist reporting on the Thailand-Cambodia conflict from Bangkok for the BBC
BBC
Episode: Special episode: Thailand-Cambodia peace shattered
Katy Watson
BBC's Australia correspondent in Sydney
BBC
Episode: Is banning children from social media smart or excessive?
Indah G
28-year-old Indonesian influencer in Jakarta who started using social media at the age of 11
Episode: Is banning children from social media smart or excessive?

Host

Mariko Oi
Host of Asia Specific, providing insights and discussions on critical stories shaping the Asia Pacific region alongside BBC correspondents and experts.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Great!

    Great idea, really loving this so far!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jake90985
    United Kingdom22 days ago
  • Great new podcast.

    Loving this new podcast. Great subject matter, well delivered and explained. And Mariko Oi is simply a joy to listen to. Keep the episodes coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryan Sheales
    Australiaa month ago

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#242
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Apple Podcasts
#50
Indonesia/News
Apple Podcasts
#189
Japan/News
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#193
Poland/News
Apple Podcasts
#216
Singapore/News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Jimmy Lai verdict: From Hong Kong activist to national security criminal
Q: What do you think the impact of this verdict on other journalists in the city?
The case has already had a negative impact on the media landscape, contributing to the shutdown of Apple Daily and instilling fear among remaining journalists.
Jimmy Lai verdict: From Hong Kong activist to national security criminal
Q: How did he look in the court? Do we know how he's holding up?
He looked thinner and older than before, but during the trial, he maintained strong spirits while defending himself.
Jimmy Lai verdict: From Hong Kong activist to national security criminal
Q: Can you just give us his background?
Jimmy Lai was known as a billionaire media tycoon, originally from China, who moved to Hong Kong as a child and later became a prominent advocate for democracy through his media outlet, Apple Daily.
Science and solutions to prevent a repeat of South East Asia’s huge floods
Q: Do we know for sure, is there evidence that climate change actually made the most recent floods in this part of the world worse?
Yes, climate change has intensified the rains, as evidenced by studies from groups like the World Weather Attribution.
Special episode: Thailand-Cambodia peace shattered
Q: Could this dispute ever be solved?
While mechanisms exist for negotiation, their effective use requires both sides to want to engage in dialogue to resolve the conflict permanently.

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Focused on crucial developments and trends in the Asia Pacific region, this podcast explores significant topics including the complexities of international trade, the dynamics of political landscapes across Southeast Asia, and the cultural phenomena emerging from countries like South Korea. Episodes often provide a blend of on-the-ground reporting and expert analysis, offering listeners a thorough understanding of issues such as the impact of the national security laws in Hong Kong, tensions between Japan and China, and the evolution of soft power in Asia through entertainment. The podcast is distinctive for its region-specific insights and updates that resonate with an audience interested in both cultural and political journalism.

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1. Ted Hui
2. Panisa Aemocha
3. Katy Watson
4. Indah G

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