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The New East Asian Studies Podcasts in the Age of AI

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China
Buddhism
United States
Vietnam
Cold War
South China Sea
Qing Dynasty
ASEAN
Tibet
Deng Xiaoping
North Korea
Southeast Asia
Islam
Labrang Monastery
Taiwan
Cultural Revolution
Vietnam War
Indonesian Massacres
Mao Zedong
Hinduism

In the age of AI and decentralized education, technology empowers us to learn more than ever before. This podcast channel aims to make East Asian studies accessible to everyone, leveraging AI and innovative tools to deliver knowledge in new and engaging ways. Join us as we explore the rich history, culture, and insights of East Asia—made easier and more accessible for all. East Asia East Asian Stu... more

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Indrani Chatterjee
Author of 'Forgotten Friends' and expert on Northeast India.
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Episode: Indrani Chatterjee, "Forgotten Friends: Monks, Marriages, and Memories of Northeast India," (Oxford University Press, 2013)
Andy Nathan
Leading voice on Chinese politics and foreign policy.
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Satoru Moriomi
Specializes in US-Japan relations and international security in the context of East Asia.
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Amy Oka
Focuses on Japanese security policy and the US-Japan alliance.
Episode: Taiwan Strait Dilemmas: U.S.-Japan Alliance in Focus
Victor C. Shih
Author of 'Coalitions of the Weak' and expert in Chinese political dynamics.
Cambridge University Press
Episode: Victor C. Shih, ”Coalitions of the Weak: Elite Politics in China from Mao's Strategem to the Rise of Xi," (Cambridge University Press, 2022)
Sonya S. Lee
Author of Surviving Nirvana and lecturer on colossal Buddhas
Hong Kong University Press
Episode: Sonya S. Lee, "Surviving Nirvana: Death of the Buddha in Chinese Visual Culture," (Hong kong University Press, 2010)
Michael Walsh
Author of 'Sacred Economies'
Columbia University Press
Episode: Michael Walsh, "Sacred Economies: Buddhist Monasticism and Territoriality in Medieval China," (Columbia University Press, 2010)
Prasannan Parthasarathi
Author and historian
Cambridge University Press
Episode: Prasannan Parthasarathi, "Why Europe Grew Rich and Asia Did Not: Global Economic Divergence, 1600-1850," (Cambridge University Press, 2011)
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Michael Walsh, "Sacred Economies: Buddhist Monasticism and Territoriality in Medieval China," (Columbia University Press, 2010)
Q: How did the economic activities of monasteries affect the everyday lives of people?
Monasteries provided jobs and created a two-way economic support system with the communities around them, also stepping in to provide social services such as food and education.
Michael Walsh, "Sacred Economies: Buddhist Monasticism and Territoriality in Medieval China," (Columbia University Press, 2010)
Q: Was there like a concern that rich people could just buy their way to a better afterlife?
There was likely some debate about this system affecting social dynamics, although specific criticisms aren't detailed in the material.
Michael Walsh, "Sacred Economies: Buddhist Monasticism and Territoriality in Medieval China," (Columbia University Press, 2010)
Q: How did the monasteries actually use that land for economic gain?
They grew crops, rented land to tenant farmers, and even ran mills and oil presses to generate income.
Michael Walsh, "Sacred Economies: Buddhist Monasticism and Territoriality in Medieval China," (Columbia University Press, 2010)
Q: Were they just rolling in donations from rich patrons or what?
Donations were a significant part of the economic support for monasteries, especially in the form of land, which was seen as a way to gain good karma.
Johan Elverskog, "A History of Uyghur Buddhism," (Columbia University Press, 2024)
Q: What factors contributed to the decline of Buddhism among the Uyghurs?
The decline of the Silk Road trade and the shift toward maritime trade routes made it increasingly difficult for Buddhism to thrive economically.

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A variety of historical and cultural topics are explored, often focusing on the intricate narratives of East Asia, including significant events, social transformations, and influential figures. Episodes discuss themes such as economic history, colonialism, state policies, governance, and cultural identity, while frequently referencing key texts and the context surrounding the histories of regions including China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia. Noteworthy discussions cover the evolution of religious practices in the context of migration, gender identities, and societal shifts, presenting a diverse array of perspectives that aim to make East Asian studies not only educational but also accessible to a broader audience.

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