Podcast
Beyond the Mekong
Delve into Southeast Asian geopolitics with The Diplomat's Luke Hunt and guests who know the region and the issues.
A Conversation on the Mekong and a Changing Southeast Asia
By Luke Hunt
Luke Hunt speaks to Milton Osborne about the threat to the Mekong River amid a changing environment in the subregion.
Between Continuity and Change: The Rapidly Changing Security Environment in Southeast Asia
By Luke Hunt
Luke Hunt speaks to Greg Barton about the subregion’s changing security environment.
From Terror to Tranquility: The Quest for a Bali Peace Park in Indonesia
By Luke Hunt
Nearly two decades after terrorism struck Indonesia, survivors are still looking to realize their hopes for tranquility.
The Trouble with Tourism in Southeast Asia
By Luke Hunt
Travel website founder Stuart McDonald talks about the opportunities and challenges in the tourism industry in the region.
The Future of Indonesia, ASEAN, and the Digital Age in Southeast Asia
By Luke Hunt
Risk analyst Keith Loveard talks about the past, present and future for ASEAN and in particular its powerhouse, Indonesia, amid wider trends.
What Lies Ahead for Indonesia in a Jokowi Second Term?
By Luke Hunt
A conversation with veteran New Zealand journalist John McBeth about Southeast Asia’s past and Indonesia’s likely future.
The Future of a ‘New Malaysia’
By Luke Hunt
A conversation with renowed Malaysian journalist Leslie Lopez.
Remembering the Ancient Empire Legacy of Southeast Asia
By Luke Hunt
Luke Hunt speaks with author Philip Bowring about the ancient empires of Southeast Asia and how maritime trade helped shape a region long before the colonial era.
How Anand Panyarachun Shaped Modern Thailand
By Luke Hunt
A new biography details the life of a former Thai prime minister.
Remembering Heng Samrin and Cambodia’s Rebirth
By Luke Hunt
Luke Hunt speaks with veteran journalist Peter Starr about the career of one of the twentieth century’s greatest guerrilla commanders.
Inside Thailand’s Miracle Cave Rescue
By Luke Hunt
A conversation with one of the key witnesses to an incident that sparked global attention last year.
Remembering One of Southeast Asia’s Legendary Foreign Correspondents
By Luke Hunt
A conversation with Lindsay Murdoch.