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Asian Insider

SPH Media
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Taiwan
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Chongqing
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Aung San Suu Kyi
Trump Administration

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

Francis Hutchinson
Coordinator of the Malaysia Studies Programme at the ISEAS–Yusof Ishak Institute
ISEAS–Yusof Ishak Institute
Episode: S2E77: Will the Johor polls kill the unity government before GE16?
Darrell West
Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, expert on technology and governance
Brookings Institution
Episode: S2E76: What can be done about the explosion of disinformation?
Yip Wai Yee
Taiwan correspondent for The Straits Times
The Straits Times / SPH Media
Episode: S2E74: Why eldest daughters carry so much weight: An Asian perspective
Han Shen Lin
China Managing Director for the Asia Group Strategic Advisory; NYU Shanghai finance instructor; former US Marine
Asia Group Strategic Advisory
Episode: S2E73: No big, fat hugs: Trump, Xi will have a summit of careful smiles
Chandran Nair
Hong Kong-based founder and chief executive of GIFT (Global Institute for Tomorrow)
Global Institute for Tomorrow
Episode: S2E72: What cues India can take from China to fix its foul air and water
Aw Cheng Wei
Chongqing-based correspondent for The Straits Times
The Straits Times
Episode: S2E71: The mystery of Chongqing grilled fish’s origin story - and why it matters
Shannon Teoh
Malaysia Bureau Chief, The Straits Times
The Straits Times
Episode: S2E70: 'Corporate mafia’: The scandal that Malaysia can no longer ignore
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

Hosts

Albert Wai
Deputy Foreign Editor at The Straits Times; extensive coverage of East Asia geopolitics.
Yew Lun Tian
Senior correspondent (field) with deep experience in China and regional affairs.
Bhagyashree Garekar
Host of Asian Insider; specializes in governance, policy, and regional affairs.
Ravi Velloor
Host/analyst with broad experience in Asia-Pacific diplomacy and economics.
Li Xueying
Host of Asian Insider; journalist with regional political and policy coverage.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 33 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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Consistently insightful and well-sourced discussions.
Quality guests and deep dives into timely issues.
Hard-hitting analysis that's underappreciated by many listeners; more should tune in.

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#250
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#22
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#31
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#89
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#140
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#167
Hong Kong/News/Politics

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S2E76: What can be done about the explosion of disinformation?
Q: What can individuals do to shield themselves from disinformation in the current landscape?
Rely on multiple media sources, read widely across the political spectrum, and utilize independent fact-checkers to assess prominent examples of disinformation; recognize that even experts find it hard to distinguish authentic from fake content as AI quality improves.
S2E76: What can be done about the explosion of disinformation?
Q: What explains who's behind major disinformation campaigns today, and which countries are most involved?
The largest producers and spreaders of disinformation include China, Russia, and Iran, with both long-standing campaigns and modern, tech-enabled operations that use fake accounts and targeted messaging to influence audiences.
S2E76: What can be done about the explosion of disinformation?
Q: How is disinformation different from misinformation and influence campaigns?
Disinformation is organized and systematic, often linked to government entities, whereas misinformation is more informal and not necessarily orchestrated. Influence campaigns are broader efforts to sway opinions, but disinformation is a more structured form of manipulation.
S2E74: Why eldest daughters carry so much weight: An Asian perspective
Q: What are the practical implications for individuals dealing with this burden, and what can be done to manage it?
The guests emphasize recognizing the load, setting boundaries, and sharing caregiving duties to prevent burnout, with examples of family members stepping in and mental health professionals noting significant portions of clients affected.
S2E74: Why eldest daughters carry so much weight: An Asian perspective
Q: So what's your take on the idea that birth order determines personality, and how does that square with what you found about eldest daughter syndrome?
The host and Wai Yee discuss that while birth order research often debunks fixed personality traits, the eldest daughter syndrome seems more about socially enforced roles and gender expectations than biology, shaping behavior across home and work.

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What is Asian Insider about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, the show combines sharp geopolitical analysis with regional economic and policy insight, focusing on Asia's evolving role in global affairs. Topics commonly center on US-China dynamics, regional security, energy, trade, environmental policy, and urban development, often through the lens of Singapore and nearby economies. The discussion pairs on-the-ground reporting with expert perspectives from respected journalists, diplomats, economists, and policy researchers, creating a nuanced view of how broader global shifts affect Asia and its neighbors. A notable strength is the blend of hard policy signal-reading with cultural and governance-context storytelling, plus a track record of high-profile guests that adds credibil... more

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