Best Asia Pacific Arts Podcasts (2024)

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China's Commerce Evolution: Expert Insights with James Bay 40:57

2h ago40:57

40:57

Welcome to the latest episode of Commerce Confidential - APAC Edition, hosted by VML's Aadit Bimbhet. Today, we explore the dynamic world of commerce in China with James Bay, our Chief Commerce Officer for VML China. We discuss the booming e-commerce market in China, the evolving consumer behaviours, and the impact on platforms like Tmall, Taobao, …

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Innovating for a Smarter & Greener Future 35:13

1d ago35:13

35:13

From energy-optimising smart buildings to cutting-edge construction techniques like modular building and 3D printing, technological advancements are reshaping our urban landscapes and revolutionising how we design, construct, and interact with our spaces. In this inaugural episode of a special mini-series presented by the Gensler Design Podcast, in…

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The Art of Creative Commerce with Manuel Borde - VML's Global CCO of Commerce 46:53

9d ago46:53

46:53

Welcome to the second episode of Commerce Confidential - APAC Edition, hosted by VML's Aadit Bimbhet, where we're diving into the exciting world of Creative Commerce. Joining us is Manuel Borde, Global Chief Creative Officer at VML and the mastermind behind some of the agencies best commerce cases like Oreo Codes. In this episode, Aadit and Manuel …

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Why India is not the next China, with Alicia García Herrero 25:33

1M ago25:33

25:33

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 ta…

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Myanmar More Than Three Years into the Coup, and Prospects for the Future 36:19

1M ago36:19

36:19

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 …

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Insights into the Indian Elections with Dr. Ronojoy Sen 19:31

2M ago19:31

19:31

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 Gove…

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Permission To Come Home: Dr. Jenny Wang on Asian Americans and Mental Health 55:56

2M ago55:56

55:56

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. Kan…

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Japan’s Balancing Act, with Yuki Tatsumi 35:37

2M ago35:37

35:37

As tensions simmer in its immediate environment, Japan is on high alert. In the midst of China'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 for engagement with China? Hear from Yuki Tatsumi, senior fellow and co-chair of the East As…

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Tomorrow's Commerce with VML's Hugh Fletcher and Naji El-Arifi 1:04:09

2M ago1:04:09

1:04:09

Step into the future with Commerce Confidential - APAC Edition, hosted by VML's Regional Commerce Director, Aadit Bimbhet. In our inaugural episode, we're joined by Hugh Fletcher, Global Thought Leadership Lead, and Naji El-Arifi, Head of Innovation at VML Enterprise Solutions, as we dive into the insights and trends that make our 7th edition of To…

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China and Eastern Europe, with Alicja Bachulska 38:14

3M ago38:14

38:14

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 STAT…

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A Conversation with Asia Society President Dr. Kyung-wha Kang on Leadership and Global Governance 54:17

3M ago54:17

54:17

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 …

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Nepal’s Challenges, with Deputy Speaker Indira Ranamagar 30:44

3M ago30:44

30:44

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 fo…

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The Broad Appeal of Modi’s BJP, with Nalin Mehta 34:09

3M ago34:09

34:09

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 coun…

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Designing for Tomorrow: Sustainability in a Shifting Landscape 26:38

4M ago26:38

26:38

In the latest edition of the Gensler Design Forecast, sustainable design emerges as a pivotal trend among the eight shaping the landscape of design in 2024. As we confront the challenges of extreme weather and climate instability, the call for sustainable design rises above preference—it's now an urgent necessity. From elevating standards for produ…

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The United States, China, and the Future of the Global Order with Kishore Mahbubani and Orville Schell 1:10:37

4M ago1:10:37

1:10:37

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…

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Asia Spotlight 2024: Telling Asia's Stories, Reporting on the Region 1:06:26

5M ago1:06:26

1:06:26

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; Dem…

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Precision Matters: Non-Latin Scripts in AML and Sanctions Screening 24:12

6M ago24:12

24:12

In this episode, Andre Leung, Co-Founder & CEO of Aereve, and Mabel Chu, Co-Chair of the Hong Kong Digital Finance Association's RegTech Committee, explore the intricacies of screening non-Latin scripts to facilitate cross-boundary KYC, AML, sanctions and adverse media checks, including the approaches taken by different types of institutions, techn…

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Redefining Risk: Charting the Future of Finance Across the Digital Asset Value Chain 37:46

6M ago37:46

37:46

In this episode, David Vignola, Chief Legal and Compliance Officer at SBI Digital Markets, and Chua Kah Hau, Chief Compliance Officer at AsiaNext, discuss trends, opportunities and expectations in digital asset markets, including the benefits and challenges of tokenising real-world assets. We explore the transformative impact tokenisation could hav…

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Designing Destinations: The Evolution of Hospitality 30:54

7M ago30:54

30:54

Over the past 18 months, a resurgence in both domestic and international travel has been observed, marked by a notable increase in both business trips and leisure travel. The hospitality sector, intricately linked to the evolving expectations of consumers, is experiencing a profound transformation driven by various factors, including shifting consu…

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Redefining Risk: The Carbon Conundrum and the Future of Carbon Markets 27:12

7M ago27:12

27:12

What role do banks play in the fight against climate change? How can carbon markets help them on this journey? In this episode of 'Redefining Risk', Matthew Chan, Head of Sustainability & ESG Engagement for Asia Pacific at JP Morgan, discusses the APAC carbon market landscape and the steps JPMorgan is taking to advance to net zero, including the ba…

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Redefining Risk: Navigating Headwinds of Change in Crypto 57:42

7M ago57:42

57:42

Regulatory headwinds have presented significant challenges to crypto platforms globally, even those that appeared to take all the right steps to ensure proper risk management and comply with regulatory expectations. In this episode, Oliver Linch, Chief Executive Officer of Bittrex Global, explains the decision to wind down one of the world's oldest…

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COP28: What’s New and What’s Next for Asia? 43:56

7M ago43:56

43:56

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 Po…

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Corporate public affairs 2023: a year in review 14:56

7M ago14:56

14:56

In this episode of Very Public Affairs Cameron Chu, Analyst at the Centre, interviews Centre Director Wayne Burns on the big stories and reputational crises that defined the corporate landscape this year.By Centre for Corporate Public Affairs

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Redefining Risk: The Tokenisation of Everything 21:47

8M ago21:47

21:47

By Regulation Asia

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Shombi Sharp on India's Leadership in Development, Climate, and Equity 58:31

8M ago58:31

58:31

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 I…

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Ambassador Kevin Rudd on U.S.-China Relations Ahead of the Biden-Xi Meeting 53:50

9M ago53:50

53:50

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, abou…

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Regulation Asia Podcast 30:53

9M ago30:53

30:53

Today, we're bringing you a special edition of the podcast in partnership with our friends at the Singapore FinTech Festival. We had the pleasure of chatting with Jael Tan, Government and International Lead at Elevandi. This episode is a must-listen for those seeking insights into the upcoming event, its distinguished speakers, and the key topics u…

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Jeffrey Feltman on the Crisis in Israel and Gaza 🇮🇱🇵🇸 31:11

9M ago31:11

31:11

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 t…

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A Conversation on the "Blue Pacific Identity" 🌏🌊 40:32

10M ago40:32

40:32

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 episo…

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Ahead of the Game: Red Flags & False Positives 51:26

11M ago51:26

51:26

By Regulation Asia

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[PROMO] AFT International Sports & Fitness Festival inspires sport inclusion for all 1:09

11M ago1:09

1:09

The AFT International Sports & Fitness Festival is happening this 30th September 2023 in Sydney Haymarket (Chinatown) and then it'll head up north on the 4th & 5th November 2023 to beautiful Port Macquarie in the mid-north coast of NSW, Australia! See you there! Visit www.sportsfitnessfestival.com for more information.…

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The state of corporate public affairs in Japan with John Short and Andrew Wheatley 16:36

11M ago16:36

16:36

In this episode of the Centre’s Very Public Affairs Podcast, Analyst Cameron Chu interviews John Short, Leader, Communications & Corporate Responsibility at LIXIL, and Andrew Wheatley, Vice President Communications & Public Affairs, Asia Pacific at the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson. Together, they discuss the latest in the s…

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A Conversation on Hong Kong 🤝🇭🇰 1:06:07

11M ago1:06:07

1:06:07

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 p…

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Inside Out Special Edition: Qin Gang Out 👋🇨🇳 59:29

12M ago59:29

59:29

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 …

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AI applications outside Generative AI. 20:46

12M ago20:46

20:46

Generative AI has stolen the headlines this year, and quite rightly so, but some AI applications that have been in the pipeline for years have fallen out of the limelight. Today we hope to shine a light back on these, focussing in particular on healthcare, creative industries and agriculture. This week Alastair McRobert, Investment Manager at Verme…

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The cybersecurity reputation challenge with Dr Bruce Baer Arnold 33:48

1y ago33:48

33:48

In this episode of Very Public Affairs, Luke Botting, Research Assistant at the Centre, interviews Professor Bruce Baer Arnold, who teaches privacy, health, intellectual property, and consumer protection law at the University of Canberra. They discuss how organisations can improve their cybersecurity, the state of cyber legislation in Australia, an…

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Thoughts on 2023 - Sailing on the Seven Seas with Simon King and Paul Dixey 31:52

1y ago31:52

31:52

This week Paul and Simon take a look back at the first half of the year and discuss what’s worked, and what hasn’t worked for investors. They then discuss what the investment team at Vermeer Partners will be focusing on during the second of the year, including the government bond market, alternative assets and high quality equities. www.vermeerllp.…

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Anonymity & Distance: The Psychology of Fraud in the Digital Age 29:56

1y ago29:56

29:56

In this podcast episode, Regulation Asia co-founder Bradley Maclean speaks to Michael Skiba (a.k.a. “Dr. Fraud”), a professor, researcher, consultant, media personality, trainer, and fraud subject matter expert. We discuss the world of online transactions and digital platforms to uncover how the increased anonymity they provide is shaping the psych…

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First Line Fraudster: Frauds and Credit Line Scams 28:25

1y ago28:25

28:25

First-party fraud has become a tough battle for banks and FIs to solve. To understand why first-party or “friendly fraud” is such a threat—and why it’s increasing—we need to examine how it flourishes. In this podcast episode, Regulation Asia co-founder Bradley Maclean speaks to Will Tully, Regional Head of Fraud (Wealth and Private Banking) at HSBC…

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Embracing Transformation: Preparing for the Jobs of Tomorrow 34:45

1y ago34:45

34:45

The future of work is being shaped by a variety of factors, notably the escalating prevalence of AI. As these trends gain momentum, it becomes increasingly crucial for workers and employers to proactively prepare for the imminent changes. In this episode, we explore the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead and delve into how we can equip our…

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Should we be worried about the commercial property market? 19:07

1y ago19:07

19:07

This week Paul and Alastair McRobert, Investment Manager at Vermeer Partners, discuss why investors are worried about the commercial property market, and in particular whether this will push the economy into recession.By Vermeer Partners

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A Conversation with Rahm Emanuel, U.S. Ambassador to Japan 🇺🇸🤝🇯🇵 48:45

1y ago48:45

48:45

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…

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The Relaunch of Asia Inside Out 🤝🌏 1:29

1y ago1:29

1:29

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 vie…

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The Artful Dodgers: Are State-Backed Actors Getting More Creative with Sanctions Evasion?   16:50

1y ago16:50

16:50

It's been over a year since the events that prompted the start of the most comprehensive and internationally-coordinated sanctions in history to be imposed against Russia. Still, sanctions continue to dominate geopolitics and global business dynamics. In this podcast episode, Regulation Asia co-founder Bradley Maclean speaks to Kimberly Tan, Countr…

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Malevolent Forces: Lessons from a Career in Cross-jurisdictional Anti-Green Crime Efforts 30:30

1y ago30:30

30:30

The United Nations estimates that green and environmental crime is rising between five and seven percent annually, a trend that impacts supply chains and poses a danger to financial institutions and global security. In this podcast episode, Regulation Asia co-founder Bradley Maclean speaks to Nicholas McTaggart, CEO of The Murinbin Group and a form…

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Dirty Green: Exploring the Hidden World of Money Laundering and Corruption in the Green Economy 32:46

1y ago32:46

32:46

The environmental crisis has raised the profile of green corruption on the global agenda. Although corruption has long undermined conservation efforts, the Basel Institute on Governance was one of the first to sound the alarm. Regulation Asia Co-Founder Brad Maclean sat down with Juhani Grossmann, who leads the Basel Institute's Green Corruption pr…

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The Art of … Contemporary Art with Simon Melling, CEO and Irene Pouliassi, Gallery Director of D-Contemporary 22:00

1y ago22:00

22:00

In this latest Art of Investment episode, the focus is definitely on Art rather than Investment, as Paul hands over the microphone to Simon Melling our CEO. Vermeer Partners is delighted to be sponsoring this year’s D Contemporary Gallery Summer Exhibition, and in this podcast Simon is in conversation with the Gallery Director and Curator: Irene Po…

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SGX RegCo: Sustainability Reporting and the Role of a Market Regulator 24:47

1y ago24:47

24:47

Accelerating climate change and its threats increase the urgency for governments and businesses to meet their net-zero commitment and make more important the role of global financial markets in facilitating capital flows towards transition efforts. In this context, Regulation Asia Co-Founder Brad Maclean sat down with Michael Tang, who heads up SGX…

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The Future of Work: Navigating the New Reality of Offices 28:52

1y ago28:52

28:52

The pandemic has fundamentally changed the way we work, and as we navigate the new reality of hybrid work, workplace design has never been more important. In this episode of the Gensler Design Podcast, we explore the latest insights and trends from workplace surveys and discuss the key design interventions that can create compelling destinations fo…

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The prospects for the UK with Simon French, Chief Economist of Panmure Gordon 30:17

1y ago30:17

30:17

The Bank of England’s forecast that the UK would enter its longest recession in 100 years has proven to be wide of the mark. But what is the outlook for the UK economy from here – do we have reasons to be optimistic? This week on the podcast, Simon French, Chief Economist of Panmure Gordon shares his views on UK growth, what we need to do to improv…

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