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Straight Talk Southeast Asia

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Welcome to Straight Talk Southeast Asia. In this podcast, host, political analyst and academic, Dr. Bridget Welsh covers politics, current affairs, developments and other news in Southeast Asia, all for your listening pleasure. Episodes cover the latest developments every week, so it's best to listen to the latest episode to get to know what's happening. See you soon!This show is produced by Reneg... more

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This episode looks at contemporary labor rights issues in Southeast Asia with ILO’s technical specialist Benjamin Harkins.

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This episode examines the New Zealand relationship with Southeast Asia with historian Malcolm McKinnon.

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This episode analyzes Indonesia's economic tremors with economist Dr Siwage Negara.

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Recent Guests

Alvin Camba
Lead Scientist and Director of Research at Levy AI; Non-Resident Fellow at the Atlantic Council; Senior Research Fellow at Associated Universities, Inc.
Levy AI; Atlantic Council; Associated Universities, Inc.
Episode: EP126: Critical Minerals and Southeast Asia with Dr. Alvin Camba
Siwage Negara
Senior fellow at IC Singapore and a specialist on Indonesia's economy
IC Singapore
Episode: EP125: Indonesia’s Economic Tremors with Siwage Negara
Ken Lohatepanont
Political analyst and PhD candidate at the University of Michigan
University of Michigan
Episode: EP124: Thailand’s Election with Ken Lohatepanont
Amir Athiya
Political analyst and commentator on Myanmar
Non-Resident Fellow at the Stimson Center
Episode: EP123: Myanmar Five Years On
Dr. Don McLain Gill
Lecturer at the Department of International Studies
DeSalle University, Philippines
Episode: EP122: Philippines ASEAN Chairmanship with Dr. Don McLain Gill
Jake Sims
Visiting fellow at Harvard's Asia Center
Harvard University
Episode: EP120: Cambodia Scam Centers with Jacob Sims
Billy Ford
Political analyst and fellow at the Southeast Asia Peace Institute, long-time observer of Myanmar
Southeast Asia Peace Institute
Episode: EP118: Myanmar's Junta Polls w/ Billy Ford
Roland Rajah
Lead economist at the Lowy Institute and director of the Indo-Pacific Development Center
Lowy Institute
Episode: EP117: Economic Shocks and Southeast Asia’s Resilience with Roland Rajah
Sharon Seah
Senior Fellow and Coordinator of the Climate Change Program at the ISIS ISEAS Institute.
ISIS ISEAS Institute
Episode: EP116: Climate Governance in Southeast Asia with Sharon Seah

Host

Bridget Welsh
Host and political analyst, frequently engages in Southeast Asia politics and policy analysis.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • The Podcast That Makes Sense of Southeast Asia

    Straight Talk Southeast Asia cuts through the noise with sharp analysis, clear perspectives, and truly well-informed guests. Bridget and Zachary break down complex policies and regional decisions in a way that makes sense—and shows why they matter, not just to the 700 million people in Southeast Asia, but to billions more around the world who feel their ripple effects.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GardenDistrictVC
    United States10 months ago
  • Great podcast

    This podcast is great for those interested in the complicated political world of Southeast Asia. My wife is from Thailand and the pod has been a great way to keep up with what’s been going on with the election.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JBL1990
    United States3 years ago

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Great for staying up-to-date on regional elections and policy shifts.
Sharp analysis and well-informed guests.
Clear perspectives on Southeast Asia politics.

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#190
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#210
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#248
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EP125: Indonesia’s Economic Tremors with Siwage Negara
Q: What do you think of the U.S.-Indonesia trade deal?
Siwage Negara points out that while the trade deal seems favorable in maintaining market access, it could also lead to trade deficits due to the opening of the market to U.S. goods.
EP125: Indonesia’s Economic Tremors with Siwage Negara
Q: What are the strengths and weaknesses of Indonesia's economy currently?
Siwage Negara discusses that the weaknesses include inefficiency and low productivity due to a poorly educated workforce, while strengths lie in the sizable middle class and political stability.
EP123: Myanmar Five Years On
Q: What are the most important steps that can be taken to improve the situation in Myanmar?
The economy needs a boost, education reforms are crucial, and addressing malnutrition among children should be prioritized.
EP123: Myanmar Five Years On
Q: What do you see about this in terms of the opposition? What do you see are the implications?
There are three trajectories: one where the USDP retains leadership, another that involves a state council, and a third is a managed fragmentation requiring concessions from the junta.
EP123: Myanmar Five Years On
Q: Can you briefly describe what's happened in this last month, and what are the most important takeaways from the election exercise?
The first phase of the election saw a voter turnout around 60%, which decreased later, and the USDP won more than 90% of the seats, raising questions about the legitimacy of the process.

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A sharp, policy-focused show that analyzes political and economic developments across Southeast Asia through interviews with researchers, analysts, and policymakers. Episodes commonly thread together regional geopolitics, US–China dynamics, ASEAN processes, elections, and macroeconomic trends, often pairing rigorous analysis with case studies from countries like Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Myanmar. Noteworthy is frequent engagement with senior academics and practitioners who translate complex regional issues into actionable takeaways for listeners in government, business, and journalism. This makes it useful for listeners who want deeper context on how regional decisions ripple across markets, security, and governance, and for potent... more

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2. Siwage Negara
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6. Jake Sims
7. Billy Ford
8. Roland Rajah

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