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Asian Insider

SPH Media
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Synopsis: Every Friday, get our distinct take on global issues with an Asian perspective, with ST’s globally-based correspondents.

Produced and edited by: Fa'izah Sani

Executive producer: Ernest Luis

A podcast by The Straits Times, SPH Media.

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Recent Guests

Latheefa Koya
Lawyer, human rights activist, executive director of Lawyers for Liberty
Lawyers for Liberty
Episode: S2E70: 'Corporate mafia’: The scandal that Malaysia can no longer ignore
Thilan Wickramasinghe
Head of research for Maybank Securities
Maybank Securities
Episode: S2E69: Crisis creates openings: Why Asia will stand out after a post-Iran conflict
Debarshi Dasgupta
The Straits Times India correspondent
The Straits Times
Episode: S2E68: India’s $70 billion spiritual market fuelled by bhajan clubbing
Yew Lun Tian
ST's senior China correspondent
The Straits Times / SPH Media
Episode: S2E67: Is there a silver lining for China as war rages in the Middle East?
Benjamin Radd
UCLA Professor, scholar of US foreign policy and Middle East politics
University of California, Los Angeles
Episode: S2E66: Iran’s war machine can only last a few more weeks: Expert
Khor Hoe Ee
Eminent economist; former chief economist of AMRO
AMRO (Association of Southeast Asian Nations+3 macroeconomic research organization); RSIS NTU lecturer
Episode: S2E65: Why Grab-type firms are the way for SE Asia to thrive in AI era
Hadi Azmi
The Straits Times Malaysia correspondent
The Straits Times
Episode: S2E64: Putrajaya 30 years on: The capital that never quite replaced Kuala Lumpur
Eddin Khoo
Historian, writer and educator
Pusaka / The Edge (contributor)
Episode: S2E63: Malaysia’s education gamble: UEC option and lowering school age
Jasmin Young
Serial entrepreneur and founder of Meow Mobile
Meow Mobile
Episode: S2E62: Singaporean tech founders on building global companies in US

Hosts

Bhagyashree Garekar
Host known for her insightful commentary on Asian affairs and geopolitics.
Ravi Velloor
Deputy Foreign Editor with expertise in Asian political dynamics and international issues.
Li Xueying
Host focusing on the interplay of local and global events, providing an Asian perspective on international news.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • The evergrande episode was really good

    This has hard hitting analysis that’s under appreciated by a lot of people- more people should listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    William Y X
    United States5 years ago
  • Positive Feedback

    Good job! Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Desheng2001
    Singapore5 years ago

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Apple Podcasts
#46
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Apple Podcasts
#149
India/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#199
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S2E70: 'Corporate mafia’: The scandal that Malaysia can no longer ignore
Q: Shannon, can you walk us through how the Klang dashcam case might be treated differently under current law and what makes the murder charge stand out?
The panel discusses whether the evidence supports a murder charge versus existing offenses like reckless or dangerous driving and notes the dashcam's graphic nature, while highlighting concerns about consistency and public perception in charging decisions.
S2E69: Crisis creates openings: Why Asia will stand out after a post-Iran conflict
Q: How would you describe your current mood and what are your top concerns?
The host asks about mood and concerns; the guest outlines three main worries: stagflation due to high oil prices, food security amid El Niño and disrupted supply chains, and limited government shock absorption due to high debt levels, with energy and transport costs feeding into inflation and growth challenges.
S2E66: Iran’s war machine can only last a few more weeks: Expert
Q: What are the possible scenarios for Iran's internal leadership if the war persists?
Scenarios include a military junta forming among IRGC leaders, a continued front under a figurehead Supreme Leader with a behind-the-scenes power bloc, possible Israeli pressure provoking defections, or an internal revolution if the regime's coercive power collapses.
S2E66: Iran’s war machine can only last a few more weeks: Expert
Q: Do you think Iran might attempt to develop a nuclear weapon or dirty bomb given the sustained attack?
Iran has a stock of enriched uranium and the capacity to assemble a bomb, but shrinking it to fit a deliverable warhead and ensuring delivery capability face significant hurdles that could take months to years, making a rapid nuclear breakout unlikely within the immediate calendar year.
S2E66: Iran’s war machine can only last a few more weeks: Expert
Q: Could you give us a sense of what's happening in Iran? Is the regime strong enough to wage a long war?
The regime is weaker than at the start of the year, with leadership losses and diminishing capabilities across air defense, missiles, and its internal security forces, while the regime still maintains some mobilization potential and public support from loyalists in the short term.

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Focusing on global issues through an Asian lens, episodes strive to provide insightful analyses of contemporary events, especially in the realms of politics, trade, and technology. Guests typically include industry leaders, correspondents, and experts who share their perspectives on significant happenings in Asia and beyond, contributing to a deeper understanding of the complexities of international relations and socio-economic developments. The discussions are often rich in historical context, revealing how past events shape current affairs, making it a pertinent choice for those interested in geopolitics and Asian-centric narratives.

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2. Thilan Wickramasinghe
3. Debarshi Dasgupta
4. Yew Lun Tian
5. Benjamin Radd
6. Khor Hoe Ee
7. Hadi Azmi
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