Best Particulate Media Podcasts (2024)

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Myanmar's Myriad Crises (with Ragyeshri Sudaroli); Indonesia's Remorseful Hackers 51:10

5d ago51:10

51:10

Tell us what you think about the pod! For a comprehensive overview of the dynamics unfolding in Myanmar, Erin and Kevin consult Apac Assistance analyst Ragyeshri Sudaroli, who underscores the imperative for expanding humanitarian assistance as violence displaces three million Myanmarese and counting. On Indonesia, the pod examines the odd willingne…

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OK Space Boomer! 1:20:41

6d ago1:20:41

1:20:41

We’re watching Enterprise Season 1, Episode 10: “Fortunate Son” but only Bill has actually watched the episode. Travis makes a boomer friend and then has a falling out with said boomer friend. And, despite being an episode all about boomers, we still somehow don’t learn what “boomer” actually means. Join us as Bill attempts to explain the episode t…

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Myopia on Myanmar: How ASEAN Could Do More (with Kasit Piromya) 1:07:27

12d ago1:07:27

1:07:27

Tell us what you think about the pod! Thai politics and contingencies across its Myanmar border are among the topics discussed in our latest podcast with Kasit Piromya, a longstanding activist with ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights (APHR) and a former foreign minister of Thailand. Khun Kasit has also served as Thailand's ambassador to over ha…

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Sid Meier’s Prime Directive! 1:24:02

20d ago1:24:02

1:24:02

We’re watching Enterprise Season 1, Episode 9: “Civilization” but only Maria has actually watched the episode! The Enterprise crew get up to shenanigans on a pre-contact planet and demonstrate why someone needs to invent the prime directive stat! Join us as Maria attempts to explain the episode to Jamie and Bill. Rikermendations Bill: the movie 201…

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Particulate Matter Matters: 'Sick Building' Syndrome in Jakarta (with Piotr Jakubowski) 1:11:48

26d ago1:11:48

1:11:48

Tell us what you think about the pod! The health consequences of suspended particles in Jakarta's air -- and safeguards applicable indoors -- come under scrutiny in this episode's interview with Piotr Jakubowski of Nafas, a provider of indoor air-quality monitoring and purifying. Piotr explains the terms, trends and dynamics of air pollution -- whi…

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Political Thai-nosaurs: Aversion to Move Forward in Thailand's Establishment (with Titipol Phakdeewanich) 46:14

1M ago46:14

46:14

Tell us what you think about the pod! The Reformasi Dispatch podcast delves into turbulence in Thai politics with the director of the Regional Centre for Human Rights Studies at Isan's Ubon Ratchathani University. Amid charges against Thaksin, a move to dissolve Move Forward and hunger strikes by political prisoners, Titipon estimates what might li…

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Resting Vague Disquiet Face! 1:20:50

1M ago1:20:50

1:20:50

We’re watching Enterprise Season 1, Episode 8: “Breaking the Ice” but only guest-explainer Christian has actually watched the episode! Travis and Malcolm build a snowman on a comet while Trip digs through all T’Pol’s personal files just for funsies. Join us as Christian attempts to explain the episode to Jamie, Bill, and Maria. Rikermendations Bill…

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Apocalypse ca-Now-al: Cambodia's Mekong Canal Plan 31:22

2M ago31:22

31:22

Tell us what you think about the pod! Imminent excavation to divert part of the Mekong through Cambodia has alarmed Vietnam. Is this a Chinese‑supported stratagem to use water a geo-political leverage? Also, Erin and Kevin discuss high-stakes political wrangling over shipping containers detained at Jakarta's Tanjung Priok port, and the rolling out …

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Unnecessary Torture! 1:52:39

2M ago1:52:39

1:52:39

We’re watching Enterprise Season 2, Episode 7: “The Andorian Incident” but only Jamie has actually watched the episode! Archer and Trip join T’Pol on a visit to a Vulcan monastery where they are extremely respectful of the alien culture. Just kidding! They destroy a bunch of priceless Vulcan artifacts and are rude to a group of monks. Join us as Ja…

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Old Law, New Law (Outlaw In-Law) 32:42

2M ago32:42

32:42

Tell us what you think about the pod! Indonesia's parliament has returned to session and a flurry of bills reveals plenty about the designs of the allied outgoing and incoming presidents. Among them, a 4th bill on a key judicial entity. Also: Erin and Kevin discuss Singapore's change of government and the tragic passing of a Thai hunger striker. Re…

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Anticipating Indonesia's AI Revolution (with Angus Mackintosh) 53:32

2M ago53:32

53:32

Tell us what you think about the pod! Reformasi Dispatch conferred with Angus Mackintosh, an independent research analyst from SmartKarma and CrossAsean, on how innovation is unfolding in Indonesia. Despite low research levels and an uncertain investment climate, artificial intelligence (AI) can close skill gaps and thereby help unlock Indonesia's …

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Bone Sax! 1:43:22

2M ago1:43:22

1:43:22

We’re watching Enterprise Season 1, Episode 6: “Terra Nova” but only Maria has actually watched the episode! The Enterprise goes to find some answers about a colony that was lost 70 years ago. What could possibly go wrong? Join us as Maria attempts to explain the episode to Bill and Jamie. Follow us on BlueSky: @enterprisesplain [https://bsky.app/p…

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Benefit(s) of the Doubt(s): Anticipating a New Administration (with Prof Dewi Fortuna Anwar) 1:09:00

2M ago1:09:00

1:09:00

Tell us what you think about the pod! Prospects for foreign policy, domestic politics and democratization feature in our talk with the distinguished analyst and former advisor to President Habibie and Vice President Boediono, Professor Dewi Fortuna Anwar of the National Research and Innovation Agency (Brin). She extends the 'benefit of the doubt' -…

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Democratic Hopes, Institutional Woes - Indonesia's High Stakes Election (with Dr Dan Slater) 1:02:41

3M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Tell us what you think about the pod! To assess the post-election process and anticipate what lies ahead, The head of Michigan University's Center for Emerging Democracies joins Reformasi Dispatch to discuss his new article in the Journal of Democracy. Are expectations of "continuity" valid? Is the electorate prepared for how President‑Elect Prabow…

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Wrist Nipples! 1:29:11

3M ago1:29:11

1:29:11

We’re watching Enterprise Season 1, Episode 5: “Unexpected” but only Bill has actually watched the episode! Trip has a sexy encounter with a shiny alien lady and sticks his fingers where they don’t belong, getting himself in a bit of a bind. Let’s just say his predicament led us to ask the question “Do wrist nipples have mammary glands?” Join us as…

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Step (Son) Change: Widodo Clan Preps for the Prabowo Era 34:12

3M ago34:12

34:12

Tell us what you think about the pod! Medan Mayor Bobby Nasution is seeking to run for governor of Indonesia's fourth-largest province and his father-in-law Joko Widodo appears keen to help -- Reformasi Dispatch examines why. Also: With Lawrence Wong designated as Singapore's next prime minister, the city-state is embarking on a new era - but it mi…

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Yells at Wall in Vulcan! 1:22:07

3M ago1:22:07

1:22:07

We’re watching Enterprise Season 1, Episode 4: “Strange New World” but only Maria has actually watched the episode! The Enterprise crew gets stranded on an alien planet where strange things are happening and Trip goes on a trip of his own! Join us as Maria attempts to explain the episode to Jamie and Bill. Follow us on BlueSky: @enterprisesplain Fo…

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Bamboo-zled? Prabowo & Xi in Beijing 41:12

3M ago41:12

41:12

Tell us what you think about the pod! Amid electoral disputes unfolding in the Constitutional Court, President-Elect Prabowo Subianto abruptly appeared in Beijing, hosted by Xi Jinping. Kevin and Erin Cook break down the significance and note that Prabowo sought to convey balance by also visiting Tokyo and Kuala Lumpur. Also: how the new Jakarta La…

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The Chronicles of Sluggo! 1:21:37

4M ago1:21:37

1:21:37

We’re watching Enterprise Season 1, Episode 3: “Fight or Flight” but only Jamie has actually watched the episode! The Enterprise encounters an abandoned ship filled with dead aliens and does mostly everything wrong. Join us as Jamie attempts to explain the episode to Bill and Maria. Follow us on BlueSky: @enterprisesplain Follow us on Instagram: @e…

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Goal Kicked by Golkar - A Peek at the Prabowo-Era Party Arena 31:18

4M ago31:18

31:18

Tell us what you think about the pod! Indonesia's national election vote‑count concluded relatively smoothly, with the Widodo family's PSI falling well short of inclusion in parliament while the Soeharto-era ruling party Golkar expanded its vote share at PDI‑Perjuangan's expense. Jeff and Kevin break down the implications and outlook. Also: an all-…

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Indonesia's Vote Count: Applying Pressure Can Inflate PSI (in 'pounds per square inch'?) 48:49

4M ago48:49

48:49

Tell us what you think about the pod! Reformasi Dispatch takes a closer look at the vote-count process unfolding, with help from a foremost civil-society figure, Khoirunnisa ('Ninis') Nur Agustyati of Perludem. We discuss the technical drawbacks affecting the online 'SiRekap' display of the Election Commission (KPU) and whether commissioners acted …

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Sexy Decontamination Time! 1:21:53

4M ago1:21:53

1:21:53

Since the pilot episode was so long, we decided to split it into two episodes. This portion features the sexy decontamination scene you’ve all been waiting for! Join Jamie, Bill, and Maria as they work through the second half of the pilot episode of Star Trek: Enterprise, “Broken Bow.” Follow us on BlueSky: @enterprisesplain [https://bsky.app/profi…

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Space Australians! 46:00

4M ago46:00

46:00

Jamie, Bill, and Maria attempt to explain the first half of the pilot episode of Star Trek: Enterprise, “Broken Bow” to each other. We’re introduced to the crew of the first Enterprise and their first mission to help a wounded Klingon. Let’s see how it all started. Follow us on BlueSky: @enterprisesplain [https://bsky.app/profile/enterprisesplain.b…

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Knee-capped by SiRekap: Concerns Mounting about Party Counting (with Erin Cook) 41:44

4M ago41:44

41:44

Tell us what you think about the pod! Indonesia's election authorities took down the 'SiRekap' online display of the vote count -- just after an improbable leap in the count for PSI, the party of the president's younger son. Erin Cook of Dari Mulut ke Mulut steps in as co-host with Kevin to discuss the legislative‑election tallying, whether Jakarta…

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Sartorial Litigants? Widodo Beyond 2024 27:13

4M ago27:13

27:13

Tell us what you think about the pod! A recent presidential fashion statement -- a bright yellow necktie -- triggered anticipation that he may harbor designs on a takeover of Golkar, the Soeharto-era ruling party that will likely remain second-largest in the next parliament. Insider sources cited by Tempo magazine corroborated this indication of th…

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Hey, It's Enterprisesplaining! 2:29

4M ago2:29

2:29

Enterprisesplaining is a podcast about Star Trek: Enterprise. Three people who have never seen the show describe the adventures of the first starship Enterprise, and what can only be called the crabbiest crew in Star Trek history. They have the knowledge. They have the perspective. They have the faith of the heart. But, most importantly, they have …

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Helter-Smelter: The Crippling Cost of Regulatory Lassitude (with Katherine Hasan) 53:31

5M ago53:31

53:31

Tell us what you think about the pod! Nickel smelter air pollution, and the cost on the economy and public health, is the focus of substantive research in a new 100-page report from Crea and Celios. Crea analyst Katherine Hassan discusses the findings, methodology, and implications -- including the possibility of much of Eastern Indonesia eventuall…

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It's Widodo Wot Won It (with Seth Soderborg and Wahyu Dyatmika) 51:30

5M ago51:30

51:30

Tell us what you think about the pod! Pollster Seth Soderborg joins for our post election wrap up as Indonesians overwhelmingly cast ballots in the first round for Prabowo Subianto who syphoned support from Joko Widodo's fellow party member, Ganjar Pranowo. Now Ganjar's party, the Indonesia Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) must decide whether t…

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Indonesia: At a Crossroads No Longer 25:48

5M ago25:48

25:48

Tell us what you think about the pod! The Prabowo-Gibran ticket has succeeded in portraying the 14 February national election as, in effect, a referendum on Widodo-ism -- with themselves on the overwhelmingly popular side promising "continuity". But will it instead, unbeknownst to many, actually prove to be a referendum on democracy? Jeff and Kevin…

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A New Special Episode with Andreas Harsono on Buy Me A Coffee 0:39

5M ago0:39

0:39

Tell us what you think about the pod! If you enjoy Reformasi Dispatch, you might enjoy our special episode. In this special episode, we talk to Andreas Harsono, a veteran reporter and rights advocate writing for the NGO Human Rights Watch. Get the episode on Buy Me A Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/reformasi/e/219468…

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Squarely in the Turnout Zone: 1st Round Majority May Hinge on Whose Supporters Show (with Dr Seth Soderberg) 1:10:18

5M ago1:10:18

1:10:18

Tell us what you think about the pod! In the final days of campaigning, Prabowo has benefited from joint appearances with the popular president, but prospects for a one-round win are nonetheless questionable. The professional public-opinion research analyst Seth Soderberg joins the pod to delve into the dynamics and assess probabilities. Also: Jeff…

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Down the Straightaway: Weighing Whether to Weigh In 28:20

5M ago28:20

28:20

Tell us what you think about the pod! As the presidential campaign enters the home stretch, President Widodo may weigh whether to overtly endorse Prabowo, which would indelibly tie him to Prabowo's fortunes. Joint public appearances have been sustaining Prabowo's momentum, but prospects for a first-round majority are not yet fully assured. Also: Je…

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Indonesia's Valentines Election: Cupid(ity) at Play? (with Hadar Gumay) 1:12:53

6M ago1:12:53

1:12:53

Tell us what you think about the pod! NetGrit founder Hadar Gumay explains the mechanics of the 14 February election process - from the voter list to the official count, and all the balloting procedures and monitoring systems in between. Given his experience, this is tantamount to having the workings of a car engine explained by Henry Ford. He cite…

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A Special Reformasi Dispatch Episode On Buymeacoffee.com 0:59

6M ago0:59

0:59

Tell us what you think about the pod! As we gear up for an election year we are turning to our donors but this time we are giving back! As a token of our gratitude for your US$20 donation we are making available exclusive content, starting with a special podcast episode recapping the fourth presidential debate. Kevin and Jeff offer up analysis of w…

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Whither the Jokowi-Bowo Nexus? Assessing the Durability of Indonesia's Unlikely but Formidable Political Alliance (with Professor Ian Wilson) 53:51

6M ago53:51

53:51

Tell us what you think about the pod! Should Gerindra Chair Prabowo Subianto be thankful that President Widodo has provided vital backing? Or should the president be grateful that Prabowo has provided a lifeline? How these two regard one another may shape Indonesia's political outlook for some time. For 'Perth-spective,' we turn to Murdoch Universi…

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Four on '24: Anticipating the Year Head in Indonesian Politics (with guests) 38:16

6M ago38:16

38:16

Tell us what you think about the pod! Four friends of the pod chime in on how they see 2024 unfolding: human rights analyst Andreas Harsono, renewables expert Fabby Tumiwa, environmental scientist Katherine Hassan and Eurasia Group Southeast Asia Director Peter Mumford. At the start of the new year, they outline the opportunities and stakes in thei…

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On Alert: A Civil Society View of Election Administration Trends in Indonesia (with Khoirunissa Agustyadi) 55:21

7M ago55:21

55:21

Tell us what you think about the pod! How resilient are the independent democratic institutions in Indonesia's current election process? A chief monitor of electoral agencies, Khoirunissa of the pro-democracy NGO Perludem, examines campaign finance issues, enforcement of rules on gender equality and preparations for conducting candidate debates. Sh…

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Prickly Debate, Cushy Polls 36:30

7M ago36:30

36:30

Tell us what you think about the pod! Human rights and the rule-of-law received rare scrutiny in a well-conducted first debate. Awkward moments occurred for Prabowo Subianto, but new polling shows him very well cushioned. Also discussed: a bill to end Jakarta governor elections, with bewilderingly broad support; and ministers narrowly avert (for no…

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Charting a New Coarse: Indonesia's Turn (with Ben Bland) 48:21

8M ago48:21

48:21

Tell us what you think about the pod! Gibran Rakabuming's VP nomination triggered a poll swing. Author and Chatham House Asia-Pacific Director Ben Bland joins the pod to lend perspective. Also: Ganjar's remarks on reformasi and President Widodo's fireside chat with Joe Biden. Get our special episode on the 4th Presidential Debate on: https://www.bu…

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Chef Justice: A Recipe for Rancor (with Bivitri Susanti) 44:38

8M ago44:38

44:38

Tell us what you think about the pod! After a verdict favoring the president's son, the president's brother-in-law lost his post as Constitutional Court chief justice for having egregiously violated ethics. To examine the details of the Ethics Panel ruling, Reformasi Dispatch consulted Bivitri Susanti, a prominent constitutional law expert with Jen…

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PDI-P Turning Bullish: Will the Gibran Gambit backfire? 37:05

8M ago37:05

37:05

Tell us what you think about the pod! Megawati visted her father's mausoleum in Blitar and, perhaps having drawn inspiration, permitted party officials immediately thereafter to uncork zingers aimed at Gibran and Prabowo -- whom Djarot Hidayat now calls the 'Neo New Order'. Jeff and Kevin discuss the implications for the election - both legislative…

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"Dinasti Jokowi?" (With Seth Soderborg) 1:04:59

9M ago1:04:59

1:04:59

Tell us what you think about the pod! A series of constitutional court decisions last week regarding age requirements for presidential and vice presidential candidates have carved out a loophole seemingly tailor made for President Joko Widodo's eldest son, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, the mayor of Solo. Anyone seeking the highest or second highest offic…

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Striving Faux Democracy? Last-minute Verdict Favors Widodo Clan 35:23

9M ago35:23

35:23

Tell us what you think about the pod! 200 civil-society groups decried a re-writing of Indonesia's Election Law enabling the president's son to stand for vice presodent. Jeff and Kevin discuss the implications and why there is hesitation about a Prabowo-Rakabuming ticket. Also: Ganjar chooses Mahfud and police pursue the KPK. Get our special episod…

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Commodities a la Mode: Seeking Premiums from Sustainability (with Ross Jaax) 1:00:18

9M ago1:00:18

1:00:18

Tell us what you think about the pod! Agricultural exports have been in focus and the podcast enlists an expert on sustainability science to share his experiences across the archipegalo wth cultivators of coffee, cocoa, palm oil and rubber. He addresses opportunities afforded by the controversial EU Deforestation Regulation and longer-term implicat…

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Truth or Scare? Indonesian election coverage in the misinformation age (with Ambassador Thomas Loidl) 1:18:58

10M ago1:18:58

1:18:58

Tell us what you think about the pod! Live from Jakarta! Dr Thomas Loidl, Austria’s ambassador to Indonesia joins the pod as Reformasi Dispatch records its 100th episode in front of a capacity audience at the Austrian Embassy. Kevin and Jeff talk with Ambassador Loidl about why Indonesia’s elections matter, the threat of disinformation. Kevin sets …

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Epicentrum or Epic Tantrum? Discussing Asean's Indo-Pacific (with Jonathan Head) 1:06:28

10M ago1:06:28

1:06:28

Tell us what you think about the pod! BBC's veteran Southeast correspondent joins Reformasi Dispatch to assess how Asean is coping with super‑power rivalry in a 'post‑globalization' framework. The answer (spoiler alert): could be better. Jonathan contributes his perspective on conditions in Myanmar and the importance of Indonesia's diplomatic effor…

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Not Another Bric in the Wall (with Dewi Fortuna Anwar) 58:04

10M ago58:04

58:04

Tell us what you think about the pod! Indonesia's foreign policy is even freer and more active than usual, as President Joko Widodo negotiates the G20, Asean, IPEF, Aukus, the OECD, Brics and other acronyms. On the eve of Asean's Jakarta Summit and in the wake of Widodo's address to Brics, the pod consults foreign policy expert Dewi Fortuna (of the…

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Clearing the Air: The Political Economy of Jakarta's Pollution (with Katherine Hasan) 1:14:29

11M ago1:14:29

1:14:29

Tell us what you think about the pod! The Indonesia analyst for the Helsinki-based NGO Crea joins the Reformasi Dispatch podcast to cut through the haze concerning the world's worst smog. We examine SO2, NOx and 2.5ug particulates in Jakarta's 'airshed' and consider the urgency of revamping regulations on coal. While the issue pits coal-related int…

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Indonesia's Equivocating Economy 39:35

11M ago39:35

39:35

Tell us what you think about the pod! Earlier this month Indonesia government data showed the country’s GDP grew at an annualized rate of 5.2 per cent during the three months to June 30. It’s a rate of growth that would be the envy of most big economies not least because it has so far avoided triggering rapid price inflation while paralleling an ov…

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Jakarta Capping Carbon: Indonesian Bourse Imminent (with Bill Sullivan) 57:11

11M ago57:11

57:11

Tell us what you think about the pod! A cap-and-trade scheme to encourage emissions reductions is imminent, with application for the power sector as well as avoided deforestation. Jeff welcomes back Bill Sullivan from Christian Teo & Partners to talk about new regulations paving the way towards carbon exchange next month. While small and likely res…

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