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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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In Ep. 117, Washington Post Southeast Asia Bureau Chief Rebecca Tan joins co-hosts Ray Powell and Jim Carouso to discuss her investigative reporting on the massive surge of methamphetamines flooding the Asia-Pacific. While the U.S. remains focused on... more

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In Ep. 116, Senator Todd Young of Indiana sits down with co-hosts Ray Powell and Jim Carouso to discuss why what happens in the South China Sea, around Taiwan, and across the first island chain directly shapes America’s prosperity and national securi... more

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In this episode, hosts Ray Powell and Jim Carouso welcome Peter Mattis, President of the Jamestown Foundation and former CIA analyst, to dissect the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) "political warfare" against Taiwan. Mattis argues this is not merely ... more

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In this special live pod, Ray and Jim were joined by two distinguished guests: Former Japanese Ambassador to Australia Shingo Yamagami and Bonnie Glaser, Director of the Indo-Pacific Program at the German Marshall Fund of the U.S. Together, they unpa... more

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Recent Guests

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
Bonnie Glaser
Well-respected China analyst at the German Marshall Fund of the United States
German Marshall Fund of the United States
Episode: Why Should We Care if China is Threatening Japan over Taiwan? | with Bonnie Glaser & Amb. Shingo Yamagami
Dr. Alvin Camba
Sociologist specializing in Southeast Asian political economies and critical mineral supply chains
New America
Episode: Why Should We Care if Indonesia's "Jakarta Model" for Critical Minerals is Bad for Indonesians? | with Dr. Alvin Camba
Dr. Lailufar Yasmin
Renowned political scientist at the University of Dhaka and an internationally recognized expert in Bangladeshi governments and geopolitics.
University of Dhaka
Episode: Why Should We Care if a Tribunal Just Sentenced Bangladesh’s Former Prime Minister to Death? | with Dr. Lailufar Yasmin
Andrew Jensen
Senior subject matter expert for the US Marine Corps specializing in Sino-Russian relations and information operations.
US Marine Corps
Episode: Why Should We Care if China is Waging a War for Our Minds? | with Andrew Jensen
Isaac Kardon
Senior Fellow for China Studies
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Episode: Why Should We Care About China’s Law of the Sea? | with Isaac Kardon
Timothy Cho
Human rights activist and survivor of North Korean oppression
UK All-Party Parliamentary Group on North Korea
Episode: Why Should We Care What it’s Really Like Living in (and Escaping From) North Korea? | with Timothy Cho

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 61 ratings
  • Thanks

    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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Why Should We Care How China’s Maritime Aggression Impacts America’s Prosperity and Security? | with U.S. Senator Todd Young
Q: Could you describe briefly what the legislation was meant to do?
The legislation aims to ensure the U.S. has the shipbuilding capacity to reliably engage in global commerce and defend its interests.
Why Should We Care How China’s Maritime Aggression Impacts America’s Prosperity and Security? | with U.S. Senator Todd Young
Q: What did you see and learn there that has you either hopeful or concerned?
Senator Young observed both hope and concern, noting China's assertive behaviors in the South China Sea and the resilience of the Filipino people.
Why Should We Care About China's Political Warfare Against Taiwan? | with Peter Mattis
Q: How have countries like Japan responded to recent threats from China regarding Taiwan?
Japan's Prime Minister has acknowledged that an invasion of Taiwan poses an existential threat to Japan, reflecting a shift in rhetoric and an understanding of regional security.
Why Should We Care About China's Political Warfare Against Taiwan? | with Peter Mattis
Q: What does China's political warfare look like in practice for someone living in Taiwan?
Residents of Taiwan experience political warfare through increased military activities, propaganda from Chinese-backed media, and espionage incidents that undermine trust in local officials.
Why Should We Care What it’s Really Like Living in (and Escaping From) North Korea? | with Timothy Cho
Q: How did you feel upon arriving in China after your escape?
Timothy felt overwhelmed by the freedom he experienced, standing in a market filled with abundance and variety.

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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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