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Straight Talk Southeast Asia

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Bridget Welsh
Lee Hsien Loong

Welcome to Straight Talk Southeast Asia. In this podcast, host, political analyst and academic, Dr. Bridget Welsh covers politics, current affairs, developments and other news in Southeast Asia, all for your listening pleasure. Episodes cover the latest developments every week, so it's best to listen to the latest episode to get to know what's happening. See you soon!This show is produced by Reneg... more

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This episode looks at Myanmar’s junta’s election and reflects on the five-year anniversary of the 2021 coup.

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This episode looks ahead at what to expect with the 2026 ASEAN chairmanship of the Philippines with Dr. Don McLain Gill.

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This episode examines the Vietnam Party Congress with Nguyen Khac Giang, tracing developments and broader ongoing political reforms taking place in Vietnam.

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This episode looks at the extradition of Chen Xi to China from Cambodia and the broader geopolitics of Cambodia’s scam economy with Harvard University Asia Center Visiting Fellow Jacob Sims.

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Recent Guests

Amir Athiya
Political analyst and commentator on Myanmar
Non-Resident Fellow at the Stimson Center
Episode: EP123: Myanmar Five Years On
Dr. Don McLain Gill
Lecturer at the Department of International Studies
DeSalle University, Philippines
Episode: EP122: Philippines ASEAN Chairmanship with Dr. Don McLain Gill
Jake Sims
Visiting fellow at Harvard's Asia Center
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Episode: EP120: Cambodia Scam Centers with Jacob Sims
Billy Ford
Political analyst and fellow at the Southeast Asia Peace Institute, long-time observer of Myanmar
Southeast Asia Peace Institute
Episode: EP118: Myanmar's Junta Polls w/ Billy Ford
Roland Rajah
Lead economist at the Lowy Institute and director of the Indo-Pacific Development Center
Lowy Institute
Episode: EP117: Economic Shocks and Southeast Asia’s Resilience with Roland Rajah
Sharon Seah
Senior Fellow and Coordinator of the Climate Change Program at the ISIS ISEAS Institute.
ISIS ISEAS Institute
Episode: EP116: Climate Governance in Southeast Asia with Sharon Seah
Michael Bak
Head of policy with AI Safety Asia
AI Safety Asia
Episode: EP114: AI Governance in Southeast Asia w/ Michael Bak
Dr. Ilango Karuppanan
Former ambassador and adjunct professor at University of Malaya, expert on ASEAN and Malaysian diplomacy.
University of Malaya
Episode: EP113: Trump Comes to Malaysia / ASEAN with Dr. Ilango Karuppannan
Dr. Moe Thuzar
Senior fellow at ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute and coordinator of the Myanmar Studies Program
ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute
Episode: EP112: Myanmar and ASEAN with Dr. Moe Thuzar

Host

Bridget Welsh
Host and political analyst, knowledgeable about Southeast Asian politics and current affairs.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • The Podcast That Makes Sense of Southeast Asia

    Straight Talk Southeast Asia cuts through the noise with sharp analysis, clear perspectives, and truly well-informed guests. Bridget and Zachary break down complex policies and regional decisions in a way that makes sense—and shows why they matter, not just to the 700 million people in Southeast Asia, but to billions more around the world who feel their ripple effects.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GardenDistrictVC
    United States8 months ago
  • Great podcast

    This podcast is great for those interested in the complicated political world of Southeast Asia. My wife is from Thailand and the pod has been a great way to keep up with what’s been going on with the election.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JBL1990
    United States3 years ago

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EP123: Myanmar Five Years On
Q: What are the most important steps that can be taken to improve the situation in Myanmar?
The economy needs a boost, education reforms are crucial, and addressing malnutrition among children should be prioritized.
EP123: Myanmar Five Years On
Q: What do you see about this in terms of the opposition? What do you see are the implications?
There are three trajectories: one where the USDP retains leadership, another that involves a state council, and a third is a managed fragmentation requiring concessions from the junta.
EP123: Myanmar Five Years On
Q: Can you briefly describe what's happened in this last month, and what are the most important takeaways from the election exercise?
The first phase of the election saw a voter turnout around 60%, which decreased later, and the USDP won more than 90% of the seats, raising questions about the legitimacy of the process.
EP121: Contextualizing Vietnam’s Party Congress with Nguyen Khac Giang
Q: Can you explain how the Party Congress works and what is expected?
Nguyen Khac Giang outlines that the Party Congress is a key political event every five years where the party determines leadership and policy direction for Vietnam, involving about 1,600 delegates electing central committee members.
EP118: Myanmar's Junta Polls w/ Billy Ford
Q: What are the most important features of this political exercise that the junta is trying to do?
The elections are seen as rigged with little chance for legitimate political parties, indicating a facade of democracy.

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Topics covered focus primarily on political issues, economic developments, and regional governance in Southeast Asia. The discussions feature a diverse range of experts who provide in-depth analyses of current events, such as elections, international relations, transnational crime, and climate governance. Noteworthy episodes include insights on Myanmar's elections under military control, the economic resilience of Southeast Asian nations amidst global pressures, and the critical role of ASEAN in regional stability. The combination of expert guests and a focus on timely, relevant issues makes the content particularly appealing for listeners interested in understanding the complexities of Southeast Asia's political landscape and its implicati... more

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