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Talking Thai Politics

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Thailand
Thai Politics
Southern Insurgency
Democratic Regression
Polarization
Move Forward Party
Chaiwat Satha-Anand
Contestation
Thaksin Shinawatra
Military-Monarchy Alliance
Tak Bai
Electoral Politics
People's Party
Future Forward Party
Peace Studies
Youth Movements
2020 Protests
Don Pathan
Duncan Mccargo
Democracy

Talking Thai Politics brings conversations about the politics of Thailand to a global audience. Created by the Generation Thailand project at Nanyang Technological University, the podcast is co-hosted by Duncan McCargo and Chayata Sripanich. Our production assistant is Li Xinruo.

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Recent Guests

Francesca Regalado
Former Thailand correspondent for Nikkei Asia
Nikkei Asia
Episode: Talking Thai Politics: Reporting Thai Politics Internationally
Chanintorn Pensute
Associate Professor in the Faculty of Political Science and Public Administration at Chiang Mai University
Chiang Mai University
Episode: Talking Thai Politics: Chanintorn Pensute, The Cost of Politics in Thailand
Pornchai Witayalerdpan
One of 200 newly selected senators who took office in July this year.
Episode: Talking Thai Politics: Pornchai Witayalerdpan – What’s Up with the Thai Senate?
Petra Alderman
Postdoctoral fellow at the University of Birmingham
University of Birmingham
Episode: Talking Thai Politics: Why Thai Politics isn’t All About China
Don Pathan
Senior Journalist and Security Analyst specializing in Southern Insurgency
Episode: Talking Thai Politics: Tak Bai and Beyond, Thailand’s Southern Insurgency
Duncan McCargo
Presidential in Global Affairs at Nanyang Technological University, author of various publications on the conflict
Nanyang Technological University
Episode: Talking Thai Politics: Tak Bai and Beyond, Thailand’s Southern Insurgency
Prajak Kongkirati
Associate Professor at the Thammasat University Political Science Faculty and author of a book on Thai politics.
Thammasat University
Episode: Talking Thai Politics: Prajak Kongkirati, Thailand: Contestation, Polarization and Democratic Regression (Cambridge 2024)
Kunthika Nutcharut
Volunteer lawyer at Thai Lawyers for Human Rights, recognized for representing numerous young activists from the 2020 student movement.
Thai Lawyers for Human Rights
Episode: Talking Thai Politics: Kunthika Nutcharut, Defending Disruptors
Pannika Wanich
Progressive activist and political figure
Progressive Movement
Episode: Talking Thai Politics: Pannika Wanich, Progressive Activist

Hosts

Duncan McCargo
Co-host and President's Chair in Global Affairs, with substantial expertise in Thai politics and governance.
Chayata Sripanich
Co-host and an academic involved in the Generation Thailand project, contributing insights into Thai politics.

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#111
Hong Kong/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#250
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Talking Thai Politics: Kunthika Nutcharut, Defending Disruptors
Q: Do you believe that the amnesty bill will be passed soon?
I do not believe that the amnesty bill will be passed soon as it is very complicated and will not resolve the underlying issues.
Talking Thai Politics: Kunthika Nutcharut, Defending Disruptors
Q: What do you think influenced the younger generations in the recent protests?
Younger generations are influenced by better access to education and information, leading them to speak out on grievances.
Talking Thai Politics: Pannika Wanich, Progressive Activist
Q: What are your hopes and expectations for the future?
The hope is to win the next election, with a target of at least 260 seats to secure a stable government. There is also an emphasis on transitioning the public's mindset from conservative to more progressive views.
Talking Thai Politics: Pannika Wanich, Progressive Activist
Q: What is the end goal of the Progressive Movement and the new People's Party?
The end goal is to build a lasting political party that represents the people's needs and to form a government that can engineer significant change, addressing the desperation for reform within Thailand.
Talking Thai Politics: Chanintorn Pensute, The Cost of Politics in Thailand
Q: Can you briefly talk about what is to be done in an ideal world?
Chanintorn discusses the need for reform in campaign finance and suggests a higher salary for MPs.

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The series focuses on the intricate landscape of Thailand's political environment, featuring discussions with experts, professors, journalists, and political activists. Common themes explored include the electoral process, the significance of political movements, youth activism, and critical evaluations of democratic practices. Noteworthy is its engagement with the changing demographics within Thai politics, particularly how younger generations are challenging traditional political norms. By shedding light on local perspectives within a broader global context, this series provides valuable insights for individuals keen on understanding the dynamics of Thai governance and social movements.

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1. Francesca Regalado
2. Chanintorn Pensute
3. Pornchai Witayalerdpan
4. Petra Alderman
5. Don Pathan
6. Duncan McCargo
7. Prajak Kongkirati
8. Kunthika Nutcharut

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