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EP153: A Look at Cambodia’s Authoritarianism with Dr. Neil Loughlin

2026-09-1427:54

This episode examines how the CPP and its leaders have maintained power in Cambodia with Dr. Neil Loughlin drawing from his recent book, The Politics of Coercion and discussion of recent developments in Cambodia. Stay informed on our website:https://straighttalkseasia.com/

EP152: Varied Regime Political Pressures

2026-09-0818:14

This episode examines current domestic politics across the region from Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia to Thailand, Vietnam and Myanmar, focusing on the various pressures facing current governments.Stay informed on our website:https://straighttalkseasia.com/

EP151: Building ASEAN Energy Resilience with Dr. Pey Peili and Adam Hansen

2026-09-0529:16

This episode speaks to authors, Pey Peili & Adam Hansen, on the report entitled "Building Energy Resilience and Integrity," published by RSIS in June 2026.Stay informed on our website:https://straighttalkseasia.com/

EP150: ASEAN at 59 with Joanne Lin Weiling

2026-09-0231:13

This episode reflects on how contemporary ASEAN as an organization is evolving and the challenges she is facing with Joanne Lin Weiling. Stay informed on our website:https://straighttalkseasia.com/

EP149: Environmental Activism Facing Pressure in Indonesia with Andreas Harsono

2026-08-2324:37

This episode looks at the Human Rights Watch report entitled Grabbed Land, Silenced Justice: The Persecution of Environmentalists and Indigenous Leaders in Indonesia with researcher Andreas Harsono. Stay informed on our website:https://straighttalkseasia.com/

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