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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific?

Ray Powell & Jim Carouso
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Chart the world's new strategic crossroads. Join co-hosts Ray Powell, a 35-year U.S. Air Force veteran and Director of the celebrated SeaLight maritime transparency project, and Jim Carouso, a senior U.S. diplomat and strategic advisor, for your essential weekly briefing on the Indo-Pacific. Drawing on decades of on-the-ground military and diplomatic experience, they deliver unparalleled insights ... more

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In this episode, China scholar David C. Kang joins Ray Powell and Jim Carouso to discuss his recent Foreign Affairs article, “What China Doesn’t Want”, which argues that Beijing's geostrategic ambitions are much more limited than Washington's foreign... more

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In Ep. 108, Ray Powell and Jim Carouso interview CNN Tokyo correspondent Hanako Montgomery about the historic election of Sanae Takaichi as Japan's first female prime minister, exploring her background, conservative policies, and the geopolitical cha... more

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In this episode, acclaimed Filipino filmmaker Baby Ruth Villarama joins Ray Powell and Jim Carouso to discuss her documentary, "Food Delivery: Fresh from the West Philippine Sea"—a film Beijing tried repeatedly to block inside the Philippines and int... more

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Veteran journalist Eric Olander, editor-in-chief of the China Global South Project, joins hosts Ray Powell and Jim Carouso to unpack how China’s economic rise is remaking alliances and perceptions throughout the Global South, and assesses the real st... more

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Recent Guests

Timothy Cho
Human rights activist and survivor of North Korean oppression
UK All-Party Parliamentary Group on North Korea
Episode: Why Should We Care What it’s Really Like Living in (and Escaping From) North Korea? | with Timothy Cho
Shannon Brandao
Attorney, fluent in Mandarin, founder of the popular China Boss Substack, providing analysis on China-related business, geopolitics, and policy development.
Episode: Why Should We Care if America Pulls Back While China Pushes Out? | with Shannon Brandao
James Minnich
Professor and former Army officer, editor of "Edge of Competition, Disruption, Division, and Competition in the Indo-Pacific"
Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies
Episode: Why Should We Care About Disruption, Division and Competition in the Indo-Pacific? | with James Minnich
Charlie Edel
Inaugural chair of the Australia Chair at the Center for Strategic and International Studies
Center for Strategic and International Studies
Episode: Why Should We Care if AUKUS is at a Crossroads? | with Charlie Edel and Abe Denmark
Abe Denmark
Senior Fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and key figure at the DOD during AUKUS
Center for Strategic and International Studies
Episode: Why Should We Care if AUKUS is at a Crossroads? | with Charlie Edel and Abe Denmark
Josh Rogin
Lead global security analyst for The Washington Post
The Washington Post
Episode: Why Should We Care if the U.S.-India Relationship Melts Down? | with Josh Rogin
Matthew Zolnowski
President of Greyfires LLC and former special advisor at the Department of Defense
Greyfires LLC
Episode: Why Should We Care if National Security Depends on Foreign Rocks Controlled by China? | with Matthew Zolnowski
Arthur Sinodinos
Former Ambassador of Australia to the United States
Episode: Why Should We Care About the Inside Story Behind AUKUS? | with Ambassador Arthur Sinodinos
Aristyo Darmawan
Lecturer on international law and specialist in law of the sea
Universitas Indonesia
Episode: Why Should We Care About Indonesia’s High-Stakes Balancing Act? | with Aristyo Darmawan

Hosts

Ray Powell
A former military officer with extensive experience in diplomacy and defense, Ray Powell serves as the Director of the SeaLight maritime transparency project and is a co-host known for providing deep insights on Indo-Pacific strategic issues.
Jim Carouso
A senior U.S. diplomat and strategic advisor, Jim Carouso brings a wealth of knowledge to discussions about the Indo-Pacific, focusing on key issues around U.S. foreign policy and regional partnerships.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • Thanks

    Happy to find your podcast. After a while it is exactly what I was looking for. Loved it. Sound quality needs improvement. Sections are not numbered. Requires some technical attention.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ghadeernabi
    Spaina year ago
  • Amazing expertise

    I love that each episode gets straight to the heart of an issue. Amazing depth of expertise between the hosts and guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emile123
    United Statesa year ago
  • Whether you are a foreign policy wonk or know nothing about the subject, this podcast will help you get smarter on the Indo-Pacific.

    Audible
    5
    Angelina and David
    United Statesa year ago
  • The hosts are fantastic and help explain key issues in the Indo-Pacific and why people should care.

    Whether you are a foreign policy wonk or know nothing about the subject, this podcast will help you get smarter on the Indo-Pacific.

    Audible
    5
    Angelina and David
    United Statesa year ago
  • This is the Indo-Pacific podcast I’ve been looking forever for

    Must listen - Ray & Jim are living legends

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Malachy J
    United Statesa year ago

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Why Should We Care What it’s Really Like Living in (and Escaping From) North Korea? | with Timothy Cho
Q: How did you feel upon arriving in China after your escape?
Timothy felt overwhelmed by the freedom he experienced, standing in a market filled with abundance and variety.
Why Should We Care What it’s Really Like Living in (and Escaping From) North Korea? | with Timothy Cho
Q: What drove you to the point where you realized you needed to leave?
Timothy describes the moment he became a target due to his parents' betrayal, which led to his decision to escape.
Why Should We Care What it’s Really Like Living in (and Escaping From) North Korea? | with Timothy Cho
Q: Why should we care about what it's really like to live in North Korea?
Timothy emphasizes the unique situation in North Korea where 25 million citizens lack basic personal freedoms and rights.
Why Should We Care if America Pulls Back While China Pushes Out? | with Shannon Brandao
Q: So are companies able to repatriate their profits to get employees in and out to protect at least some aspects of their technology or is that all ending?
It really depends on their relationship with local officials; it's become much harder under Xi Jinping.
Why Should We Care if America Pulls Back While China Pushes Out? | with Shannon Brandao
Q: Are we at peak China? What do you think?
I think China is a rising military power but economically it's very unclear, as businesses are hesitant to invest, signaling potential decline.

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Focusing on the evolving dynamics of international relations in the Indo-Pacific region, the content addresses critical geopolitical issues such as U.S.-China relations, maritime security, and alliance formations. The discussions often feature insights from experienced diplomats, military officials, and industry leaders who analyze contemporary challenges and strategies in foreign policy. Topics frequently covered include the implications of defense agreements like AUKUS, China's geopolitical maneuvers, and the political landscapes of countries such as Taiwan and the Philippines.

Listeners can expect in-depth analysis that strips away the complexity to present clear, actionable insights for professionals concerned with international policy... more

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