DEEP DIVE with Richard Heydarian

In-depth, long-form and engaging analysis of the most compelling political, economic and social issues in the country and the world over by global columnist, university lecturer, and author Richard Heydarian.

Bloggers vs Marcos Jr. Over EDCA!?

A Project Pilipinas episode on latest trends in Philippine blogosphere. 

02-18
40:36

Cynthia Villar & Varieties of Tycoons in Southeast Asia

An analysis of varieties of oligarchies and business tycoons in the region, especially with the rise of Vietnam's own chaebols.

04-20
21:15

Marcos Jr. Reshuffles Top Military-Defense Posts

An analysis of the latest, and most consequential yet, cabinet reshuffle under Ferdinand Marcos Jr. 

01-10
19:40

TIKTOK Ban: US, China and the Digital Cold War

An analysis of the circumstances and implications of a potential TIKTOK ban in the US...

03-27
32:09

On Rizal, Luna, Paterno, and the Ilustrados in Spain

A Conversation with Architect and Advocate Manoleto Paterno.

02-21
31:28

Danton Remoto on Ladled Party and Philippine LGBTQ+ Community

A through interview with one of the Philippines' most prominent gender minority rights advocates.

07-01
57:00

Can Leni and the Opposition Win in 2025 and 2028?

An analysis of the need for proper assessment of campaign strategy in 2022, and drawing the right lessons in preparation for upcoming democratic elections.

03-27
32:04

Will Leni Robredo Run for Senate in 2025?

Propsects for 'United Opposition' in 2025.

03-25
33:39

2022 Election Results Contested Anew?

An analysis of of NAMFREL's and former DICT Secretary Eliseo Rio criticism of vote count process.

03-20
24:32

Duterte Popularity: Hard Truths in Post-Liberal Philippines

A special Nexus episode on the enduring popularity of the Duterte brand -- and its rational and not-so-rational basis.

04-18
45:52

ICC, Putin and Duterte: An Analysis

A breakdown of the legal and geopolitical implications of the ICC warrant of arrest vs Russian President Vladimir Putin.

03-20
34:47

After EDCA: Largest Balikatan Exercises in 2023

An analysis of ongoing and upcoming mega-war games between the Philippines and US. 

03-16
21:43

The Legacy of Ninoy

A special Nexus episode on the legacy of Ninoy and the evolution of the Marcos dynasty. 

03-08
55:50

Ninoy, EDSA and Historical Movies

A Project Pilipinas episode on upcoming movies on Ninoy Aquino and the EDSA legacy. 

02-18
22:02

Senators Take on the Maharlika Fund Proposal

An analysis of Philippine senate, its relative institutional independence, and loopholes within the Marcos Jr.'s pet project.

02-02
24:31

A Coup Against Russia's Putin Regime?

An analysis of the prospects for the ongoing coup -- and potential civil war in Putin's Russia.

06-24
22:06

Luna, Rizal, and The Quest for Modern Ilustrados

An analysis of "Hymen, oh Hyménée!” -- and the life and passions of the Filipino Ilustrados.

06-24
30:09

Sara Duterte and the Education Crisis

Analysis of the vice-president's stint at the helm of the Department of Education so far.

04-01
28:46

Oras De Peligro: A Review

An analysis of the Joel Lamangan's new historical movie against the backdrop of Marcosian restoration in the Philippines. 

03-08
31:25

On Spain, Rizal, Latin America and the Philippines

A conversation with Spanish scholar Dr. Jorje Mojarro 

02-20
01:58:07

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