Podcast

Asia Specific

Author: BBC
Feed episode count: 67
Official site: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w13xtwds
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Summary

Asia Pacific, unpacked by those who know it best. Bringing you essential insights and conversations on the stories shaping the region - an economic powerhouse, geo-political flashpoint and the birthplace of global cultural trends. Hear Asian perspectives on international issues and in-depth analysis on news from a region that’s home to nearly 2.5 billion people. Whether it is the latest on trade between the US and China, the rise and fall of political dynasties in Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines, or South Korea’s K-pop inspired soft power strategy, we find out what key players are thinking and dive into the stories that matter. Hosted in Singapore by Mariko Oi, alongside BBC experts in Beijing, Bangkok, and beyond – listen to new podcast episodes twice a week. Get in touch: [email protected]

Episodes

Jun 26, 2026 · not_requested

What makes a Pokemon card worth millions?

Duration seconds: 1126
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0ntzx3n

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Jun 23, 2026 · not_requested

Is North Korea getting richer?

Duration seconds: 1050
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0ntl9my

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Jun 19, 2026 · not_requested

Will Japan turn away from pacifism?

Duration seconds: 1212
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nswnzh

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Jun 16, 2026 · not_requested

Asia’s affordable housing problem

Duration seconds: 1144
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0ns6xtp

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Jun 12, 2026 · not_requested

Could changing the way we date solve Asia's low fertility rates?

Duration seconds: 1223
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nr9qdd

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Jun 9, 2026 · not_requested

Could an Asian team win the World Cup?

Duration seconds: 1170
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nqx3zy

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Jun 9, 2026 · not_requested

Bonus: Xi Jinping's North Korea visit

Duration seconds: 673
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nqy1zl

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Jun 5, 2026 · not_requested

Thailand’s tourism challenge

Duration seconds: 1034
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nq7zqf

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Jun 2, 2026 · not_requested

South Korea’s stock boom

Duration seconds: 1196
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0npl6dr

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May 29, 2026 · not_requested

Asia’s 'irrelevant' uni degree question

Duration seconds: 1110
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nnyhpk

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May 26, 2026 · not_requested

The US-China robotaxi race

Duration seconds: 1306
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nn8gw9

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May 22, 2026 · not_requested

The Philippines beauty pageant controversy

Duration seconds: 1097
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nmnytr

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May 19, 2026 · not_requested

Why North Korea became a women's football powerhouse

Duration seconds: 1173
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nm0pxj

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May 15, 2026 · not_requested

Bali’s rubbish crisis

Duration seconds: 1072
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nlcc7t

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May 12, 2026 · not_requested

The US-China problem

Duration seconds: 1341
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nkqqgw

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May 8, 2026 · not_requested

Is India’s internet becoming more like China’s?

Duration seconds: 1197
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nk1ykg

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May 6, 2026 · not_requested

Can China reverse a billion-dollar tech deal?

Duration seconds: 1338
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0njks30

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May 1, 2026 · not_requested

New Zealand and India’s trade deal row

Duration seconds: 1279
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nhqxfg

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Apr 28, 2026 · not_requested

Can Vietnam still reach its growth target?

Duration seconds: 1264
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0ngyw93

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Apr 24, 2026 · not_requested

Japan’s megaquake threat

Duration seconds: 1242
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0ng1xt0

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Apr 21, 2026 · not_requested

Indonesia’s US airspace deal risks China ties

Duration seconds: 1138
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nfmp5j

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Apr 17, 2026 · not_requested

Who’s winning the EV race?

Duration seconds: 1262
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0ndxmbw

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Apr 14, 2026 · not_requested

Thailand’s complicated relationship with tourism

Duration seconds: 1091
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0ndbg11

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Apr 10, 2026 · not_requested

Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs, one year on

Duration seconds: 1334
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0ncllnh

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Apr 8, 2026 · not_requested

Bonus: What an Iran US ceasefire means for Asia

Duration seconds: 770
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nc5yrz

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