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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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	129	Founded	2 years ago
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Why Should We Care if Taiwan is a Political Tinderbox? | with J. Michael Cole

Is Taiwan’s greatest vulnerability China’s military or political warfare from within? J. Michael Cole—former Canadian intelligence officer, Senior Fellow with Global Taiwan Institute and author of “The Taiwan Tinderbox: The Island Nation at the Cente... more

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Why Should We Care About the India Trump Made? | with James Crabtree

The U.S.-India partnership has been a cornerstone of American Indo-Pacific strategy for two decades, but it’s now facing its most serious crisis. After bipartisan American efforts to bring India into closer partnership as a counterweight to China, Pr... more

9 Jan 2026 • 56 min

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EMERGENCY EPISODE: Why Should We Care if America Just Deposed Venezuela’s Dictator? | with Col. (Ret) Michael Burgoyne and Dr. Robert Burrell

In Episode 122, hosts Ray Powell and Jim Carouso welcome Dr. Robert Burrell, retired US Marine Corps officer and irregular warfare specialist, and Colonel (Ret.) Michael Burgoyne, University of Arizona professor and former Army attaché in Mexico, to ... more

5 Jan 2026 • 1 hr

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Why Should We Care About Taiwan’s Critical Energy Vulnerability? | with Craig Singleton

In Episode 121, hosts Ray Powell and Jim Carouso welcome Craig Singleton, Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and former US diplomat, to examine Taiwan’s critical energy vulnerability and China’s gray zone coercion strategies. ... more

2 Jan 2026 • 53 min

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Recent Guests

James Crabtree

Distinguished visiting fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations

European Council on Foreign Relations

Episode: Why Should We Care About the India Trump Made? | with James Crabtree

Craig Singleton

Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, specializes in China's gray zone warfare strategies.

Foundation for Defense of Democracies

Episode: Why Should We Care About Taiwan’s Critical Energy Vulnerability? | with Craig Singleton

Justin Bassi

Executive Director of the Australian Strategic Policy Institute

Australian Strategic Policy Institute

Episode: Why Should We Care About the Health of the US-Australia Alliance? | with Justin Bassi

Mick Ryan

Retired Army Major General, military strategist, author of The War for Ukraine

Independent

Episode: Why Should We Care About America’s Unconventional New National Security Strategy? | with Mick Ryan and Zack Cooper

Zack Cooper

Senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, co-host of the Net Assessment Podcast

American Enterprise Institute

Episode: Why Should We Care About America’s Unconventional New National Security Strategy? | with Mick Ryan and Zack Cooper

Rebecca Tan

Southeast Asia Bureau Chief for The Washington Post

The Washington Post

Episode: Why Should We Care if Chinese Chemicals are Fueling a Meth Tsunami in the Indo-Pacific? with Rebecca Tan

Todd Young

U.S. Senator from Indiana and former U.S. Marine Corps intelligence officer

U.S. Senate

Episode: Why Should We Care How China’s Maritime Aggression Impacts America’s Prosperity and Security? | with U.S. Senator Todd Young

Peter Mattis

Former CIA analyst and president of the Jamestown Foundation

Jamestown Foundation

Episode: Why Should We Care About China's Political Warfare Against Taiwan? | with Peter Mattis

Shingo Yamagami

Former Ambassador to Australia

Japanese Government

Episode: Why Should We Care if China is Threatening Japan over Taiwan? | with Bonnie Glaser & Amb. Shingo Yamagami

Hosts

Ray Powell

Co-host, former military officer with extensive experience in international relations and strategic analysis.

Jim Carouso

Co-host, senior U.S. diplomat and strategic advisor with deep ties in international relations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings

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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 States2 years 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 States2 years 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 States2 years ago

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Feedback suggests that the podcast addresses both novice and seasoned listeners, making it accessible while still providing in-depth content.

Many commend the insightful analysis of complex issues facing the Indo-Pacific, finding it engaging and informative.

Listeners appreciate the depth of expertise provided by the hosts and guests, particularly highlighting their backgrounds in military and diplomacy.

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Apple Podcasts	#16	Israel/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts	#74	Hong Kong/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts	#93	Philippines/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts	#99	Taiwan/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts	#112	Singapore/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts	#119	Israel/News

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Why Should We Care About the India Trump Made? | with James Crabtree

Q: What is India doing in reaction to the U.S.'s approach under Trump?

India is looking to diversify its partnerships, explore deeper ties with Europe, and seek alternatives to its historically strong relationship with the U.S.

Why Should We Care About the India Trump Made? | with James Crabtree

Q: For our listeners who have seen the US-India relationship as a cornerstone of civilian Asia, why should they care about this shift?

James Crabtree emphasized that the deterioration in U.S.-India ties has profound consequences for the global geopolitical landscape, especially in balancing against China.

Why Should We Care About Taiwan’s Critical Energy Vulnerability? | with Craig Singleton

Q: What did you mean by classic models of deterrence map poorly onto gray zone operations?

Classic Cold War deterrence frameworks do not effectively address the subtlety of gray zone operations, requiring a fundamental reassessment of U.S. strategy.

Why Should We Care About Taiwan’s Critical Energy Vulnerability? | with Craig Singleton

Q: Are you seeing any change in approach to make them more energy resilient somehow?

There is broad recognition that the status quo on energy is unwise, and there is optimism about potential shifts towards small modular reactors.

Why Should We Care About the Health of the US-Australia Alliance? | with Justin Bassi

Q: What do you think the outcome was of the recent Ausmin meeting?

The meeting itself is an important outcome, but there was disappointment over the lack of a joint press statement which is seen as critical for public messaging.

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The content focuses on the critical geopolitical issues surrounding the Indo-Pacific region, highlighting U.S.-China relations and regional strategies. It features discussions on various controversial topics, including military tensions in the South China Sea, the complexities of international alliances like AUKUS and ASEAN, and the economic implications of geopolitical shifts. The hosts leverage their extensive military and diplomatic backgrounds to provide nuanced insights into power dynamics affecting global markets and security policies. Notably, each episode presents expert perspectives, featuring guests from military, government, and academic backgrounds, rendering it a vital resource for professionals in foreign policy and business w... more

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