Asia Specific
BBC World ServiceAsia Pacific, unpacked by those who know it best. Bringing you essential insights and conversations on the stories shaping the region - an economic powerhouse, geo-political flashpoint and the birthplace of global cultural trends.
Hear 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 b... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 87 | Founded | 10 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||
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Across Asia, a growing number of young people are becoming hikikomori, a term used to describe people who suffer from a severe social withdrawal. They shut themselves in their homes, retreating from work, school, or their families for months, sometim... more
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Thousands of rescue personnel have been deployed as crews search through thick mud and debr... more
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The Grammys created a new category for Asian pop music, but BTS have decided to withdraw from the awards in 2027. The group says music should be heard and loved for what it is, rather than being divided by region or language.
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- Hard-to-find independent reporting done right
I really value a having a trusted news source like BBC offer this level of independent insight. Highly recommend
Apple Podcasts5hooowwwl
United Statesa month ago - A Real Mixed Bag
It’s so hard to know what you’re signing up for with this podcast. Some weeks you get great insights into geopolitics and other weeks it’s about beauty pageants. Both valid, but I’m sure there’s enough political news or cultural news coming out of Asia to fill a podcast series. So it would be nice if they picked a lane. I guess part of it might be that they’re quite new and don’t know what they want to be?
Apple Podcasts3PraSar87
Canada3 months ago - Consistently engaging
Mariko Oi consistently identifies news angles from the Asia-Pacific region and deals with them in an engaging way in 20 minutes. Two experts on the topic at hand join her every week. It’s a simple, effective format. Highly recommended for a broad understanding of topical issues facing the Asia Pacific region.
Apple Podcasts5Toffee Boiling Dwarf
Hong Kong5 months ago - Great!
Great idea, really loving this so far!
Apple Podcasts5Jake90985
United Kingdom9 months 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 Podcasts5Ryan Sheales
Australia9 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #157 |  Singapore/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #170 |  South Korea/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #40 | Singapore/News |
Apple Podcasts | #49 | South Korea/News |
Apple Podcasts | #57 |  Japan/News |
Apple Podcasts | #139 |  Philippines/News |
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A rigorous, Asia-leaning briefing that pairs a seasoned BBC World Service journalist with a steady editorial voice, delivering two expert perspectives on timely regional issues each week. Episodes consistently cover geopolitics, economics, tech, and social trends across Asia-Pacific, often weaving in first-hand reporting and comparative context from multiple countries. Notable strengths include a clear, concise format, strong guest rosters spanning media, policy, and industry, and a willingness to tackle both policy debates and cultural shifts shaping the region. This show is likely to appeal to listeners who want informed, cross-country analysis and practical takeaways for business, policy, and strategy in Asia.
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Asia Specific launched 10 months ago and published 87 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Asia Specific include:
1. Kurumi Mori
2. Shawn Yuan
3. Ling Tang
4. Yihuan Zhang
5. Thinzar Shunlei Yi
6. Shukor Yusof
7. Brendan Sobie
8. Chen Yan
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