Asia In-Depth
Asia In-Depth is a podcast from the Asia Society that brings you conversations with the world's leading experts and thought-leaders on the politics, economics, and culture of Asia. Each episode provides deeper insight into the region's most pressing issues and trends, from geopolitics to arts and society. The show is designed for anyone looking to better understand Asia's role in the world and the forces shaping its future. Subscribe to stay informed with the people who know Asia best.
Episodes
South Korea’s Watershed Moment, with Eunwoon Lee
South Korea is heading to the polls to elect a successor to impeached President Yoon, whose failed attempt to put the country under martial law back in December laid bare the deep divisions and gloom that plague Korean society. We talk about all this with Eunwoo Lee in Seoul, from where he writes for The Diplomat. This episode is from Asia Society Switzerland's STATE OF ASIA podcast, bringi
Like Swimming with Piranhas – Entrepreneurial China, with Zak Dychtwald
The defining characteristic of the environment in China has been its pace of change. And that has its impact on the latest generation of Chinese entrepreneurs who need to innovate to meet the tough demands of Chinese consumers. The message is: adapt or get washed away. It's like constantly swimming with piranhas, says Zak Dychtwald, our guest on this episode. The skill to adapt to people&apos
Reunified Vietnam at 50, with Bich Tran
Bich Tran, senior fellow at Verve Research, adjunct fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, and nonresident fellow at We Protect our Seas, discusses Vietnam's strategies at navigating geopolitical turmoil, while the country celebrates fifty years since its 1975 reunification. Why is the country rapidly increasing and intensifying its diplomatic ties around the world? Ca
China’s Assertive Insecurity, with Selina Ho
Selina Ho, associate professor in International Affairs and co-director of the Centre on Asia and Globalisation at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore, discusses the Southeast Asia trip of Chinese leader Xi Jinping, why she labels China's foreign policy as both assertive and insecure, and why China is using the Korean War of the 1950s to rally its popula
What’s Bonding Beijing and Bern?
Switzerland was one of the first western nations to recognize the People's Republic of China, in 1950, and one of the first to reach a free trade agreement with Beijing as well, in 2013. Historian Ariane Knüsel explores the special bond between China and Switzerland in Die Schweiz und China, a book she co-authored with Ralph Weber. Ariane spoke at an event in our Talk at the Library series.
Tech and Global Power, with John Lee
Semiconductors, EVs, AI, TSMC, BYD, DeepSeek... In a time when trade, technology, and global power dynamics are more interconnected and in flux than ever before, we turn to an expert on all those things on this episode: John Lee, a leading voice on high-tech industries in China and the region, and on how they impact foreign relations. John is the 2025 TOY Senior Fellow at Asia Society Switzerland,
Economy Watch: Japan, China, and India
Late last year, at our annual STATE OF ASIA conference, we hosted a conversation on the economic developments in Japan, China, and India.After decades of stagnation, Japan’s economy is showing optimism from structural shifts like labor market reforms and wage increases that are finally starting to pay off.In China, growth has peaked and the government is yet to succeed in convincing its population
How We Talk About China, with Kaiser Kuo
Kaiser Kuo, host of the long-running Sinica podcast, joins us in Zurich to discuss the evolving narrative on China, and why the West is so often 'stunned' by Chinese breakthroughs in electric vehicles, green technology, or, most recently: AI, with DeepSeek.We explore the reasons behind the challenges of reporting on China, the importance of strategic empathy, and the shifting dynamics of
India and Indonesia: Can They Pull It Off?
India and Indonesia, the juggernaut democracies of South and Southeast Asia, both ended 2024 with new governments that hold new ambitions. How will this pan out in the year to come? We talked about this with Dewi Fortuna Anwar, one of Indonesia’s foremost foreign policy experts; and Garima Mohan, Senior Fellow in the Indo-Pacific Program at the German Marshall Fund. The conversation is moderated b
The State of China, with Qing Wang, Zichen Wang, and Adam Tooze
China is undergoing unprecedented changes domestically, while also dealing with the challenges of a volatile world. Listen to Qing Wang, host of the popular Chinese-language podcast The Weirdo; Zichen Wang, Research Fellow at the Center for China and Globalization; and Adam Tooze, economic historian and professor at Columbia University discuss the state of China. The discussion is moderated by Fin
The State of the World, with Kyung-wha Kang and Adam Tooze
We're kicking off the year with two great minds discussing the State of the World as Asia's global importance continues to grow, Europe seems somewhat lost, and the U.S. is preparing for the return of Donald Trump to the White House. Listen to Asia Society President & CEO Kyung-wha Kang and economic historian Adam Tooze, professor at Columbia University in New York. Their conversatio
Age of Vice, with Deepti Kapoor
Deepti Kapoor's Age of Vice, published in 2023, is a story of power, corruption, and complicity, set in modern India. In the early 2000s, the lives of Ajay, Neda, and Sunny – the novel's three main characters – cross in New Delhi. There is idealism, optimism even; but also crime, drugs, and violence, as Sunny Wadia follows in the footsteps of his powerful father. Age of Vice, which becam
The 2024 State of Asia Address, with Adam Tooze
On November 6, 2024, leading global thinker Adam Tooze delivered Asia Society Switzerland's third annual State of Asia Address in front of a full house in the prestigious aula of the University of Zurich. Listen to the address in this episode of the podcast.Tooze talked about the different impact the return of Donald Trump as U.S. President has for Europe and Asia, about Asia in a time of pol
Everybody’s Looking at India, with Garima Mohan
China and India seem to be en route a to better, or less bad, relationship for the first time in years. Germany published its first 'Focus on India' policy paper, immediately followed by a visit of Chancellor Scholz to New Delhi. The new EU Commission has specifically named India as an important part of its strategies. Russia, just like India a founding member of BRICS and host of that f
Where Global Chinese Come To Talk: The Weirdo, with Qing Wang
’The Weirdo’ is a podcast for people who live up to its name. It’s a very popular weekly Chinese-language show, where younger generation Chinese living both inside China and elsewhere come together to talk about topics ranging from international relations to personal relationships, from current events to the big issues of our time. It’s, as the hosts say it, about ‘human survival in a complex and
Indonesia’s New President, with Dewi Fortuna Anwar
On October 20, 2024, Indonesia will inaugurate Prabowo Subianto as its new president. Ever since his election win back in February, world leaders have been courting Prabowo, meeting with him even before he has taken office. Prabowo seems to love presidenting around the world much more than current President Joko Widodo did during his ten years in office. If all goes well, says Dewi Fortuna Anwar,
Asian Perspectives on the U.S. Election
Asia Society Australia, in collaboration with Asia Society centers in Hong Kong, India, and Japan, hosted a panel discussion to explore how Asian countries perceive the U.S. role in Asia and what bearing the election will have on the region’s security and prosperity. Participants include Dr. Natalie Sambhi, senior policy fellow at Asia Society Australia; Hiroyuki Akita, commentator at Nikkei Inc.,
The Impact of Leadership Changes in Asia, Europe, and the U.S.
In 2024, over half the world’s population has been voting for new leaders – or will do so very soon.In Asia, countries from Bangladesh to Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Japan, and Indonesia, end this year with other leaders than the one they started it with (though not all through general elections). So do the EU, the UK and, in January 2025, the U.S.. James Crabtree, TOY senior fellow at Asia Soc
Why India is not the next China, with Alicia García Herrero
As India’s economy continues to grow, can the world’s most populous country truly replicate China's success of the past decades? Should India even imitate China? Maybe not, says our guest on this episode, Alicia García Herrero, Hong Kong-based Chief Economist for Asia-Pacific at French investment bank Natixis, and Senior Fellow at European think tank Breugel. Alicia discusses the key differen
Myanmar More Than Three Years into the Coup, and Prospects for the Future
Two human rights experts and members of the Special Advisory Council for Myanmar, Yanghee Lee and Chris Sidoti, join Asia Society Executive Vice President and Asia Society Policy Institute Senior Fellow Debra Eisenman to discuss the current state of play in Myanmar, where effective control of the country lies, and prospects and recommendations for the future.Myanmar, a country of over 50 million p
Insights into the Indian Elections with Dr. Ronojoy Sen
With over 970 million eligible voters, the ongoing Indian elections mark the world's largest democratic exercise. As the six-week-long election process unfolds, Farwa Aamer, director of South Asia Initiatives at the Asia Society Policy Institute, sits down with Dr. Ronojoy Sen, senior research fellow and research lead in Politics, Society, and Governance at the Institute of South Asian Studie
Permission To Come Home: Dr. Jenny Wang on Asian Americans and Mental Health
May 14, 2024 — Dr. Jenny Wang, nationally recognized psychologist and author on the intersections of mental health, Asian American identity, and racial trauma, discusses strategies for both Asian and non-Asian communities to prioritize mental health, reshape limiting narratives, and progress towards personal and collective freedom and autonomy. Kanika Chadda Gupta, seasoned CNN television journali
Japan’s Balancing Act, with Yuki Tatsumi
As tensions simmer in its immediate environment, Japan is on high alert. In the midst ofChina's "sustained aggressiveness," Japan is revising its defense and security policies.But how does this align with its pacifist constitution, and is there still room forengagement with China? Hear from Yuki Tatsumi, senior fellow and co-chair of the EastAsia Program, and director of the Japan P
China and Eastern Europe, with Alicja Bachulska
Views of China in Central and Eastern Europe range from Hungary, eager to be Beijing’s best friend, to the adverse Baltics. Hear Warsaw-based China analyst Alicja Bachulska on the unique experiences Beijing has with the region, and how this could contribute to a more robust European China policy. This episode is from Asia Society Switzerland's STATE OF ASIA podcast, bringing you exclusive, en
A Conversation with Asia Society President Dr. Kyung-wha Kang on Leadership and Global Governance
Managing Director Rorry Daniels interviews Asia Society President and CEO, Dr. Kyung-wha Kang, on what has shaped her career, including her mentors and key successes. The conversation also covers how Dr. Kang's experience in national government and international institutions influences her perspective on global governance and the important role of civil society and non-profits, including the
Nepal’s Challenges, with Deputy Speaker Indira Ranamagar
Indira Ranamagar is Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives of Nepal since January 2023. She started her career as a primary science and maths teacher in village schools in the southeast of Nepal, and became a social worker in prisons in 1990. For well over 30 years now, she has been a prolific human rights and social worker. In 2000, she founded the NGO Prisoner’s Assistance Nepal, which l
The Broad Appeal of Modi’s BJP, with Nalin Mehta
Nalin Mehta is a political scientist and journalist in Delhi, India, and author of The New BJP, a work you can only call THE book on the BJP, the largest political party in the world. Under the leadership of India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP has solidified its position as the uncontested center of power in the world's most populous country.As India heads to the polls over a
The United States, China, and the Future of the Global Order with Kishore Mahbubani and Orville Schell
NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 — Asia Society Policy Institute, in partnership with Perry World House at the University of Pennsylvania, hosts a discussion on the U.S.-China relationship and how it impacts global trends. Speakers include Kishore Mahbubani, 2023-24 Schlager visiting fellow at the University of Pennsylvania's Perry World House; and Orville Schell, Arthur Ross director of the Asia Soc
Asia Spotlight 2024: Telling Asia's Stories, Reporting on the Region
WASHINGTON D.C., January 25, 2024 — In this episode of Asia Inside Out, Wendy Cutler, Vice President & Managing Director of the Asia Society Policy Institute in Washington, D.C., leads a discussion at the Asia Society Policy Institute’s Asia Spotlight 2024 conference with Nick Schifrin, Foreign Affairs and Defense Correspondent at PBS Newshour; Demetri Sevastopulo, U.S.-China Correspondent at
COP28: What’s New and What’s Next for Asia?
This month, we dive into the details of COP28, the world’s annual climate policy gathering, and what it means for Asia. Host and Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) Managing Director Rorry Daniels discusses what progress was made and what remains to be done with her colleagues, Li Shuo, incoming Director of China Climate Hub at the Asia Society Policy Institute and Kate Logan, Associate Director
Shombi Sharp on India's Leadership in Development, Climate, and Equity
Ahead of COP28, host and Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) Managing Director Rorry Daniels and guest co-host, Director of South Asia Initiatives of ASPI Farwa Aamer, talk to the UN Resident Coordinator in India Shombi Sharp, who shares his insights about the role of India on the global stage. The conversation covers a range of topics including India's perspective on G20 leadership, innovat
Ambassador Kevin Rudd on U.S.-China Relations Ahead of the Biden-Xi Meeting
NEW YORK, November 14, 2023 — Ahead of the important meeting between U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping this week, renowned Sinologist and Australian Ambassador to the United States, the Hon. Kevin Rudd, chats with Danny Russel, Vice President for International Security and Diplomacy at the Asia Society Policy Institute, about the bilateral relationship, drivers of China&apo
Jeffrey Feltman on the Crisis in Israel and Gaza 🇮🇱🇵🇸
In the latest episode of Asia Inside Out, host and Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) Managing Director Rorry Daniels talks to Middle East specialist and ASPI Distinguished Fellow Jeffrey Feltman about the ongoing situation in the Middle East and its implications for regional and global politics and security.Asia Inside Out brings together our team and special guests to take you beyond the lates
A Conversation on the "Blue Pacific Identity" 🌏🌊
Today’s geopolitical circumstance, defined by the rivalry between the United States and China, has redefined the dynamics of regional and global orders. This reality is palpable in the Pacific region, where the strategic interests of major powers and their allies intersect and undermine aspirations for a “united ocean of peace.” In the latest episode of Asia Inside Out, host and ASPI Managing Dire
A Conversation on Hong Kong 🤝🇭🇰
Where do things stand in Hong Kong today, and what might the future hold?This month, Asia Inside Out host Rorry Daniels speaks with two Hong Kong politicians and observers of US-China relations: Emily Lau and Adrian Ho. The two Hong Kongers see the city's political culture, relationship with Beijing, and recent history—including the seismic 2019 protests—very differently. They each discuss th
Inside Out Special Edition: Qin Gang Out 👋🇨🇳
This week we’re releasing a special edition of our podcast: Qin Gang Out. Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang was recently removed as China’s foreign minister after being absent from public view for several weeks, so we recently live streamed a panel discussion on what may have happened, what it means for China's foreign policy, what might come next from his replacement, and U.S.-China relation
A Conversation with Rahm Emanuel, U.S. Ambassador to Japan 🇺🇸🤝🇯🇵
Welcome to the relaunch of Asia Inside Out, a podcast from the Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) that explores the latest news and developments in Asia foreign policy.Our first guest in our return episode is Rahm Emanuel, United States Ambassador to Japan. A well established figure in American politics, he was most recently the Mayor of Chicago from 2011 to 2019. Prior to that he served as the
The Relaunch of Asia Inside Out 🤝🌏
We're relaunching Asia Inside Out, a podcast from the Asia Society Policy Institute that explores the latest news and developments in Asia foreign policy. It's been three years so allow us to reintroduce ourselves…Asia Inside Out brings together our team and special guests to take you beyond the latest policy headlines and provide an insider’s view on regional and global affairs. Each mo
Parag Khanna on How to Live in a Globalizing World
In this episode, we are joined by Parag Khanna, an internationally best-selling author who has written about globalization and geopolitics. His most recent book “MOVE: Where People Are Going for a Better Future” is about a new era of mass migration we are entering, propelled by changing economies, technology disruptions, conflict, and climate change. But as Parag argues “to be human is to move.” M
Journalist CeFaan Kim on Anti-Asian Violence
Chances are that if you’ve been paying attention to the alarming rise of anti-Asian violence in the U.S., you’ve heard of journalist CeFaan Kim. His reporting, and his Twitter and Instagram feeds, have become go-to sources for keeping up with updates of anti-Asian attacks in New York City and nationwide.CeFaan Kim is a Korean American reporter at ABC News in New York City. Growing up in Philadelph
How to Avoid a U.S.-China War
Relations between the United States and China, the world’s two largest economies, are arguably worse than they’ve been at any time in almost 50 years. Following decades of engagement, the Sino-American relationship is now characterized by competition — a race to become the dominant power in Asia — that some observers fear could spiral into a catastrophic conflict.In his new book The Avoidable War,
The Ukraine War’s Repercussions in Asia
In this episode of Asia In-Depth, we’ll hear an expert panel tease out the implications of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. How will China — which recently declared that its relationship with Russia had “no limits” — react? And what are the stakes for India, Japan, and countries in Southeast Asia?Participants include Kevin Rudd, president and CEO of Asia Society and president of the Asia Society Poli
Kal Penn's American Journey
The actor and former political appointee talks about his upbringing, early professional struggles, and his embarrassing first encounter with Barack Obama.
Understanding Amy Tan
'The Joy Luck Club' author discusses her painful past, her successful career, and everything in between with Orville Schell.
Orville Schell's China Journey
The director of Asia Society's Center on U.S.-China Relations talks with Mary Kay Magistad about his six decades observing China, in an episode celebrating the launch of the third edition of Asia Society Magazine.
Understanding the Crisis in Afghanistan
The end of U.S. occupation in Afghanistan has raised a number of critical questions, about the humanitarian consequences of the war, the stability of the region, and what life under Taliban rule may look like.
A Look at Israel, Iran and Afghanistan
First, Dennis Ross and Karim Sadjadpour talk about new leaders in Israel and Iran. Then, Meghan O’Sullivan assesses the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Journalist Alice Su on the Challenge of Reporting From Today's China
Los Angeles Beijing Bureau Chief Alice Su discusses the state of journalism in China, the specific challenges she faced as she reported stories in 2020, and more.
Andrew Yang and the Asian Experience in America
The New York City mayoral candidate discusses his upbringing as the son of Taiwanese immigrants and describes ways to reduce anti-Asian hate.
How You Can Help Stop Anti-Asian Racism
Kevin Rudd, Bing Chen, and Sylvia Kim discuss the role that individuals, community organizers, business leaders, and legislators can play in stopping anti-Asian hate and violence.
The Face of Japan's #MeToo Movement
A conversation with Shiori Ito, whose rape allegation against a powerful journalist sparked a movement in one of Asia's most deeply patriarchal societies.
George Shultz — A Final Conversation
In one of his last public conversations, George Shultz discusses foreign policy and U.S.-China relations with Henry Kissinger. In one of his last public conversations, George Shultz discusses foreign policy and U.S.-China relations with Henry Kissinger.
Asian American Ghosts
Author Jia Lynn Yang discusses how a 1965 immigration law shaped the identities of generations of Asian Americans.
Predictions for Asia in 2021
What might life in Asia look like after the pandemic? And what should we expect from the continent's perennial hot spots — from North Korea to Afghanistan, Iran to the South China Sea?
Biden, Trump, and the View From Asia
The U.S. presidential election attracted unprecedented interest from across the globe — including in Asia — where the results would impact everything from Iran to North Korea, trade policy to China policy, and much more.
COVID-19 Upended Global Supply Chains. What Comes Next?
Asia Society Policy Institute's Wendy Cutler provides insight into why supply chains matter — and how they’re poised to change in a post-pandemic world.
Kevin Rudd and Orville Schell on Hong Kong's Pivotal Year
Two of the world's great experts on China discuss the implications of a new National Security Law for Hong Kong's future — and China's.
Surviving COVID-19
Three individuals on three separate continents — Asia Society President and CEO Josette Sheeran, virologist Peter Piot, and opera singer Warren Mok — describe their experiences battling the coronavirus.
Xinjiang Under Surveillance
An update on China's ongoing mass surveillance efforts in Xinjiang and how personal data is being used against the Uighur community with Buzzfeed reporter Megha Rajagopolan and Axios reporter Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian.
The Wonderful World of Korean Baseball
With the Major League Baseball season finally set to begin, we take a close look at one of Asia's best professional leagues: the Korea Baseball Organization.
What Can Companies Do to Be Anti-Racist?
Sonny Kalsi, founder and partner of investment firm Bentall GreenOak, discusses why business leaders need to take action against racism in the workplace.
Maria Ressa on Declining Press Freedom in The Philippines
Just weeks before her conviction for cyber-libel, one of The Philippines' most prominent journalists describes the perilous state of press freedom in the country.
Are Democracies Handling COVID-19 Better Than Authoritarian Countries?
Asia Society Policy Institute's Kevin Rudd and journalist Fareed Zakaria assess whether democratic or authoritarian governments have had more success in managing the coronavirus crisis.
Washington Post Correspondent Gerry Shih on What He Learned Covering China
Washington Post correspondent Gerry Shih, who was forced to leave China earlier this year, reflects on his experience covering the country and the danger of reciprocal journalist expulsions.
A Conversation With Writer and Director Alan Yang
'Master of None' writer and director Alan Yang discusses his new Netflix film 'Tigertail' and Hollywood's shift toward diverse storytelling with movie producer Janet Yang.
A Conversation With Pachinko Author Min Jin Lee
The award-winning Korean-American novelist reflects on her creative process, anti-Asian racism, and the importance of art in a time of crisis.
North Korea's Public Health Vulnerability
North Korea has long resisted foreign influence, aggressively guarding its borders, and ruthlessly controlling information coming in and out of the country. But have they managed to keep their country free from the coronavirus?
How Taiwan Smothered the Coronavirus
Despite its proximity and extensive links to mainland China, Taiwan has lost only six people to COVID-19. What are the secrets behind its success — and what are the implications for its future?
Assessing the Global Economic Fallout of the Coronavirus
As countries all over the world continue to grapple with the coronavirus, businesses large and small are struggling to cope with the profound economic consequences of widespread lockdowns. In this episode, three experts offer their perspective of the severity of the economic damage in three regions — Europe, Asia, and North America.
The Coronavirus in India and Pakistan
Ravi Agrawal and Mehmal Sarfraz say that while South Asia's two largest countries have so far avoided the worst of COVID-19, they cannot afford to be complacent.
Coping During the Coronavirus Crisis
Thupten Jinpa, a Tibetan Buddhist scholar and a practitioner of Western and Eastern philosophy and religious studies, discusses how compassion meditation and other related Buddhist principles can help people in times of uncertainty and fear.
The Coronavirus and Anti-Asian Racism
Leesa Lin and Charlie Woo discuss the recent surge in attacks against Asians in the weeks since the coronavirus spread from China to the rest of the world.
Coronavirus: How South Korea Flattened the Curve
Jeongmin Kim and John Delury talk with Tom Nagorski about South Korea's successful attempt to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Coronavirus: The Impact on China's Economy, Politics, and Relations With the United States
Kevin Rudd talks with Tom Nagorski about the impact of COVID-19 on the country where the outbreak began.
The Myth of Chinese Capitalism
Dexter Roberts talks with Tom Nagorski about his new book on China's unequal economic development and assesses the country's handling of the coronavirus outbreak.
The Economic Impact of the Coronavirus
Asia Society Policy Institute President Kevin Rudd and Rhodium Group Founding Partner Daniel Rosen asses what the ultimate impact of the coronavirus will be on the global economy short-term and longer-term.
Coronavirus: The Lesson From China
Bruce Aylward, who led the World Health Organization response to the COVID-19 outbreak in China, talks with Tom Nagorski about what he learned.
Revisiting Malaysia's Mahathir Mohamad
Days after the 94-year-old was replaced as Malaysia's prime minister, we revisit a conversation he had in 2018 with Kevin Rudd at Asia Society New York.
Novelists Tishani Doshi and Salman Rushdie on Fiction, Poetry, and India
The two novelists discuss Doshi's new book "Small Days and Nights."
Hong Kong on the Brink
Jeffrey Wasserstrom, author of a new book about Hong Kong's recent protest movement, discusses the territory's perilous future with Jiayang Fan and Susan Jakes.
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