Podcast: Asia Inside Out

A fresh take on Asian politics and policy

You’ve read the stories. You’ve seen the numbers. But do you really understand the debates and decisions happening behind the scenes in one of the world’s fastest-moving regions? Asia Inside Out brings together Asia Society Policy Institute experts and special guests to take you beyond the latest policy headlines and provide an insider’s view on regional and global affairs. Each episode features engaging interviews with informed observers and decision-makers from across the Asia-Pacific region. Subscribe today for a fresh take on Asian politics and policy, and view an archive of our episodes below.

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Episodes

The Russia-DPRK Summit: Outcomes and Implications

Daniel Russel, Ankit Panda, and Allison Hooker speak with Rorry Daniels about their analysis on the meeting between Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un.
A Conversation with Asia Society President Dr. Kyung-wha Kang on Leadership and Global Governance

Asia Society President and CEO, Dr. Kyung-wha Kang, talks about what has shaped her career, her perspective on global governance and the role of civil society and non-profits, including the Asia Society.
The United States, China, and the Future of the Global Order with Kishore Mahbubani and Orville Schell

Kishore Mahbubani and Orville Schell discuss the U.S.-China relationship and how it impacts global trends. Moderated by Rorry Daniels.
Asia Spotlight 2024: Telling Asia's Stories, Reporting on the Region

Journalists and analysts discuss U.S.-China relations, China’s economy, the U.S. presidential election, and North Korea.
COP28: What’s New and What’s Next for Asia?

We dive into the details of COP28, the world’s annual climate policy gathering, and what it means for Asia.
Shombi Sharp on India's Leadership in Development, Climate, and Equity

In this month's edition of Asia Inside Out, a conversation on India's perspective on G20 leadership, innovative development strategies, climate action, and inclusive policies.
Ambassador Kevin Rudd on U.S.-China Relations Ahead of the Biden-Xi Meeting

The Hon. Kevin Rudd chats with Danny Russel about the bilateral relationship, drivers of China's policy decision-making, and what to expect from the meeting between U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Jeffrey Feltman on the Crisis in Israel and Gaza

In this month's edition of Asia Inside Out, a conversation on the ongoing situation in the Middle East and its implications for regional and global politics and security.
A Conversation on the "Blue Pacific Identity"

In August's edition of Asia Inside Out, we take a look at the Pacific region, where the strategic interests of major powers and their allies intersect and undermine aspirations for a “united ocean of peace.”
A Conversation on Hong Kong

In August's edition of Asia Inside Out, we take a look at the state of affairs in Hong Kong.