Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific?
Ray Powell & Jim CarousoChart 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
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 164 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | GovernmentNews CommentaryNews | |||
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What if the most important strategic relationship of the 21st century is the one Washington is actively damaging? In this episode, hosts Ray Powell and Jim Carouso sit down with Kurt Campbell - former Deputy Secretary of State, President Biden's "Asi... more
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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 Podcasts5Ghadeernabi
Spain2 years 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 Podcasts5Emile123
United States2 years 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.
Audible5Angelina and DavidUnited 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.
Audible5Angelina and DavidUnited States2 years ago - This is the Indo-Pacific podcast I’ve been looking forever for
Must listen - Ray & Jim are living legends
Apple Podcasts5Malachy JUnited States2 years ago
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This program consistently centers on Indo-Pacific geopolitics, with deep dives into U.S.–China competition, alliance politics, and regional flashpoints such as the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Episodes frequently feature senior diplomats, military officers, policy researchers, and journalists who illuminate strategic dynamics, economic statecraft, and security cooperation across ASEAN, AUKUS, and the broader Quad. A standout element is the blend of practitioner insight and high-level analysis from guests with real-world experience, making complex regional issues more approachable for policy professionals, business leaders, and scholars alike.
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