Les meilleurs podcasts Southeast Asia (2024)

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Huawei R&D Leadership, Public Sector Digital Transformation and Resilience with Hong-Eng Koh - E426 52:39

1d ago52:39

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Jeremy Au collaborated with Huawei’s Global Chief Public Services Industry Scientist, Mr. Hong-Eng Koh, to discuss insights from the 2024 APAC Congress in Bangkok. They talked about three main themes: 1. Public Sector Digital Transformation: Mr. Hong-Eng Koh shared his journey from the Singapore Police Force to leading Huawei's global public sector…

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Singapore's New Leader with Chong Ja Ian 31:39

11d ago31:39

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Greg and Elina chat with Chong Ja Ian about Singapore under Lawrence Wong’s premiership. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region.Par CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

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China: Diaspora Waves, Bamboo Network Economic Interdependence & 996 MNC Culture with Jianggan Li - E425 29:02

4d ago29:02

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Jianggan Li, Founder & CEO of Momentum Works, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. China Diaspora Waves: Jeremy and Jianggan discussed the long-standing historical connections between China and Southeast Asia, dating back to the era of Admiral Zheng He's voyages during the Ming Dynasty. They touched on the various dialect groups Cantone…

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Building a More Inclusive Society: Disability and Work in Timor-Leste 23:53

5d ago23:53

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What does an inclusive society look like? And what are the challenges and opportunities when the society in question, Timor-Leste, is one of the most resource-constrained in Southeast Asia? My guest today is interested in these questions of inclusion and participation, and argues that people with a disability are a key component of a truly inclusiv…

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Digital Immortals: Fear of Death, Human Longevity & Homo Digitalis Species - E424 30:33

7d ago30:33

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Jeremy Au reflects on the finite nature of life, creating the human desire to survive, build a family, or leave behind a legacy of accomplishments. He explores longevity and discusses life extension champion Bryan Johnson and his "don't die" slogan. He references Mark Manson's book "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck," which argues that confrontin…

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#107: Third-Eye Horror Stories: The Ghost King - GHOST MAPS - True Southeast Asian Horror Stories 12:58

3d ago12:58

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A young woman's destructive way of coping with her third eye leads her into a horrifying encounter with a formidable, malicious spirit. Ghost Maps follows an unnamed narrator as he chronicles true accounts of the supernatural across Southeast Asia. ►GHOST MAPS CREDITS: Kyle Ong - Director Wayne Rée - Writer Joline Lim - Art Director ►SUPPORT & FIND…

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Mark Moyar, "Triumph Regained: The Vietnam War, 1965-1968" (Encounter, 2023) 23:19

8d ago23:19

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Triumph Regained: The Vietnam War, 1965-1968 (Encounter, 2023) is the long-awaited sequel to the immensely influential Triumph Forsaken: The Vietnam War, 1954-1965. Like its predecessor, this book overturns the conventional wisdom using a treasure trove of new sources, many of them from the North Vietnamese side. Rejecting the standard depiction of…

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Helen Wong: AC Ventures Managing Partner Leadership Journey, China VC Acceleration & Indonesia Growth Optimism - E423 34:06

9d ago34:06

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Helen Wong, Managing Partner of AC Ventures, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. AC Ventures Managing Partner Leadership Journey: Helen shared her extensive journey from Oxford University to investment banking to GGV Capital to INSEAD MBA to Qiming Ventures to Managing Partner of AC Ventures. She highlighted her 20 years of investing e…

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Robert Lyman, "A War of Empires: Japan, India, Burma, and Britain: 1941–45" (Osprey, 2021) 1:40:00

9d ago1:40:00

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In 1941 and 1942 the British and Indian Armies were brutally defeated and Japan reigned supreme in its newly conquered territories throughout Asia. But change was coming. New commanders were appointed, significant training together with restructuring took place, and new tactics were developed. A War of Empires: Japan, India, Burma, and Britain: 194…

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Indonesia: Prabowo on Western "Double Standards", Jakarta City Master Plan & Microsoft $1.7B Investment with Gita Sjahrir - E422 26:56

11d ago26:56

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Gita Sjahrir, Head of Investment at BNI Ventures, and Jeremy Au, talked about three main themes: 1. Jakarta City Master Plan: Gita highlighted Jakarta's urgent urban planning needs to address rising sea levels, land subsidence, air pollution, traffic congestion, sanitation upgrades and education requirements. Miscommunications, fragmented stakehold…

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Martin Dusinberre, "Mooring the Global Archive: A Japanese Ship and Its Migrant Histories" (Cambridge UP, 2023) 1:06:34

11d ago1:06:34

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In Mooring the Global Archive: A Japanese Ship and Its Migrant Histories (Cambridge UP, 2023), Martin Dusinberre follows the Yamashiro-maru steamship across Asian and Pacific waters in an innovative history of Japan's engagement with the outside world in the late-nineteenth century. His compelling in-depth analysis reconstructs the lives of some of…

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Marina Welker, "Kretek Capitalism: Making, Marketing, and Consuming Clove Cigarettes in Indonesia" (U California Press, 2024) 39:14

12d ago39:14

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Indonesia is the world's second largest cigarette market: two out of three men smoke, and clove-laced tobacco cigarettes called kretek make up 95 percent of the market. To account for the staggering success of this lethal industry, Kretek Capitalism: Making, Marketing, and Consuming Clove Cigarettes in Indonesia (University of California Press, 202…

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Robot Propaganda So You Will Love AI and AI Loves You Too - E421 19:53

14d ago19:53

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Jeremy Au explores "roboganda," the new wave of propaganda promoting the benefits of robots and AI. Roboganda playbook: 1. Emphasize transformation of industries with increased productivity, downplay short-term negative job displacement, reskilling and search costs for individuals. 2. Humanize AI to satisfy individual social needs (loneliness, vali…

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Tessa Winkelmann, "Dangerous Intercourse: Gender and Interracial Relations in the American Colonial Philippines, 1898–1946" (Cornell UP, 2023) 1:14:34

15d ago1:14:34

1:14:34

In Dangerous Intercourse: Gender and Interracial Relations in the American Colonial Philippines, 1898–1946 (Cornell University Press, 2023), Dr. Tessa Winkelmann examines interracial social and sexual contact between Americans and Filipinos in the early twentieth century via a wide range of relationships—from the casual and economic to the formal a…

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Chia Jeng Yang: Reset Your Hunger, VC to Founder Transferable Skills & USA vs. SE Asia Startup Ecosystems - E420 24:57

16d ago24:57

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Jeremy and Chia discussed his experience changing careers from Southeast Asia VC Principal to US AI founder. He outlined the non-transferable nature of many VC skills when becoming a founder. While VC offers a high-level understanding of market and investment dynamics, it lacks the hands-on operational skills needed to build a startup from zero. Th…

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Sony Coráñez Bolton, "Crip Colony: Mestizaje, US Imperialism, and the Queer Politics of Disability in the Philippines" (Duke UP, 2023) 43:13

16d ago43:13

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In Crip Colony: Mestizaje, US Imperialism, and the Queer Politics of Disability in the Philippines (Duke UP, 2023), Sony Coráñez Bolton examines the racial politics of disability, mestizaje, and sexuality in the Philippines. Drawing on literature, poetry, colonial records, political essays, travel narratives, and visual culture, Coráñez Bolton trac…

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Asian Urban Legends Volume 2 - DEAD AIR 1:50:02

14d ago1:50:02

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Kyle and Wayne chat about some of the urban legends that you—our fans—asked for, from the many stories of Karak Highway to the infamous kum kum auntie of the 80s. ►THIS EPISODE'S HORROR RECOMMENDATIONS: Kowabana YouTube Kowabana Books Lavender Town Syndrome Karak Highway Karak Movie Creepy call to DJs ►DEAD AIR CREDITS: Wayne Rée - Host / Writer Ky…

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Singapore: New Prime Minister Transition, Immigration Assimilation & Schools and CTO & Engineering Pass with. Shiyan Koh- E419 24:22

18d ago24:22

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Shiyan Koh, Managing Partner of Hustle Fund, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. New Prime Minister Transition: Jeremy and Shiyan discussed the transition of Prime Minister leadership from Lee Hsien Loong to Lawrence Wong. They discussed the potential challenges that the new Prime Minister would face such as addressing wealth inequal…

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3-Body Problem: Social Darwinism, Technology Blockades & Community Over Individuals by Liu Cixin - E418 32:02

21d ago32:02

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Jeremy Au as a science-fiction and history nerd reviewed the 3 complex themes of Liu Cixin's "Three-Body Problem" series. Spoilers ahead: 1. Social Darwinism: "Dog eat dog" foundational psychological core of human society due to the survival instincts of individual humans, in stark contrast to Western fiction like social utopian “Star Wars,” moral …

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#106: The Headless Spirit in Their Car - GHOST MAPS - True Southeast Asian Horror Stories 12:38

18d ago12:38

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While at a rest area along the North-South Highway in Malaysia, a couple spots something unearthly—and it's sitting in their friends' car. Ghost Maps follows an unnamed narrator as he chronicles true accounts of the supernatural across Southeast Asia. ►GHOST MAPS CREDITS: Kyle Ong - Director Wayne Rée - Writer Joline Lim - Art Director ►SUPPORT & F…

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Jason Edwards: Lawyer to Founder & VC, Alternatives.pe Regional Capital Insights & January Capital Venture Debt Strategy - E417 37:07

23d ago37:07

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Jason Edwards, CEO & Founder of Alternatives.pe, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. Lawyer to Founder & VC: Jason recounted his legal career at Baker & McKenzie in Australia and Hong Kong. Due to the Asian Financial Crisis, he focused on financial restructuring for distressed firms (many of whom had borrowed heavily in US dollars) acr…

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Vietnam: $24B Bank Bailout & Legislature Chairman Resignation, FPT $6B Tech Conglomerate Growth and Apple Investment & China High-Speed Rail - E416 22:17

25d ago22:17

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Valerie Vu, Founding Partner of Ansible Ventures, and Jeremy Au discussed three main points: 1. Vietnam $24B Bank Bailout & Legislature Chairman Resignation: Jeremy and Valerie discussed the $12B fraud at Saigon Bank, the death penalty verdict, the appeals process and the closure of 50+ bank branches. The Vietnamese central bank injected $24B of "s…

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Huawei 2024 APAC Congress: AI & Hardware Vertical Integration, Ecosystem and R&D Leadership & Genuine ASEAN Partnerships - E415 7:10

28d ago7:10

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Jeremy Au partnered with Huawei to share his observations of their 2024 APAC Congress in Bangkok, which highlighted their latest advancements in AI, hardware, and infrastructure. He analyzed Huawei’s R&D investment commitments, vertical integration, manufacturing scale, globalizing workforce and local partnerships - positioning them as a formidable…

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U.S.-Philippines Developments with July Amador 34:20

28d ago34:20

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Greg and Elina chat with July Amador about recent developments in the U.S.-Philippine alliance. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region.Par CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Léa Klein: 98% Southeast Asians Want Meaning At Work, Western vs. SE Asia On Sustainability & Economic Stability For Family - E414 26:18

30d ago26:18

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Léa Klein, CEO of Makesense, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. 98% Southeast Asians Want Meaning At Work: Léa and Jeremy highlighted that regional workers' desire for purpose contrasts with the dissatisfaction many feel with the level of meaning in their current roles. They discussed how companies could bridge this gap between desire…

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$1.5 Trillion USD Green Investment Gap, Competition vs. China Industrial Policy and Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Viability with Gita Sjahrir - E413 29:37

1M ago29:37

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Gita Sjahrir, Head of Investment at BNI Ventures, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. $1.5 Trillion USD Green Investment Gap: Jeremy and Gita agreed with Bain & Company’s report that Southeast Asia is "woefully off track" on green investments to reduce emissions and needs new policies and financial mechanisms to help bridge the gap. Th…

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Charoen Pokphand (CP) $85B Conglomerate: China to Thailand to Kitchen of the World - E412 34:04

1M ago34:04

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CP Group, a prominent Thai conglomerate, traces its beginnings to the founder Chia Ek Chor migrating from Chaozhou, China to Thailand in 1919. Despite early skepticism, he started a humble seed business which grew significantly by adapting to local agricultural challenges and changing global climate patterns. This foundation allowed his son and suc…

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#105: The Lost Spirit of Qing Ming - GHOST MAPS - True Southeast Asian Horror Stories 11:09

1M ago11:09

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A woman is shocked to see a strange white shadow while driving on the Pan Island Expressway—but does it end in tragedy for her and her toddler? Ghost Maps follows an unnamed narrator as he chronicles true accounts of the supernatural across Southeast Asia. ►GHOST MAPS CREDITS: Kyle Ong - Director Wayne Rée - Writer Joline Lim - Art Director ►SUPPOR…

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Shuyin Tang: Radical Responsibility, Strategic Debt As Tool & Consultant to Venture Philanthropy to Impact Investing - E411 29:38

1M ago29:38

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Shuyin Tang, CEO of Beacon Fund and Partner of Patamar Capital, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. Consultant to Venture Philanthropy to Impact Investing: Shuyin initially aspired to a career in diplomacy but was rejected - leading to her choice to become a management consultant at Bain & Company. She worked hard at Bain to merge busi…

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Women’s Experiences of Workplace Gender-based Violence and Harassment in Cambodia’s Construction Industry 35:13

1M ago35:13

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In Cambodia, the government and civil society organisations have paid significant attention to Gender-based Violence and Harassment, within both the domestic sphere and, increasingly, in the workplace context. A major driver behind this increased scrutiny of GBVH issues is the presence of international donors in Cambodia, and an expectation that in…

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51% SE Asia Favor China (vs. USA), Sequoia & GGV VC Decoupling & Mobility Competitor Game Theory with Shiyan Koh 29:39

1M ago29:39

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Shiyan Koh, Managing Partner of Hustle Fund, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. 51% SE Asia Favor China (vs. USA): Jeremy and Shiyan debated how the region is politically and economically reacting to the China vs. USA's "strategic competition". If ASEAN decision-makers were forced to pick sides, 51% opted for China vs. 49% for USA (…

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Bootstrap vs. Venture Capital Dilemma, 2x2 Matrix Decision & Time Machine Regrets - E409 15:33

1M ago15:33

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Jeremy Au delved into startup founders’ decision to choose between bootstrapping and venture capital funding. He shared his dual experiences as both a founder (who had done both routes) and a venture capitalist (who had to judge startups). He reset the framing that bootstrapping has historically been the norm and the default financing pathway for s…

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U.S. and China Perceptions in ASEAN with Andreyka Natalegawa 31:49

1M ago31:49

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Greg and Elina are joined by Andreyka Natalegawa to discuss trends in perceptions of the U.S. and China in the region. Japhet and Lauren cover Eid celebrations across Southeast Asia, Hun Sen as Cambodia’s new Senate president, Thailand’s proposal for a Schengen-style visa system, and more.Par CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Richard Armstrong: Thailand Startup Ecosystem Challenges, Creator Insights & Media Founder Transition to Venture Capital - E408 27:36

1M ago27:36

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Richard Armstrong, Venture Partner at TA Ventures, and Jeremy Au discussed three main points: 1. 267,000 Instagram Followers Insights: Richard recounted his formative years growing up in multiple countries leading to his interest in sharing his personal journey. He debunked common myths about media creators: emphasizing that success in the space re…

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Elliott Prasse-Freeman, "Rights Refused: Grassroots Activism and State Violence in Myanmar" (Stanford UP, 2023) 58:22

1M ago58:22

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Over three years have passed since a military coup of February 2021 in Myanmar precipitated a popular uprising that has since transformed into a revolutionary situation. While researchers and writers have cobbled together edited books trying to come to terms with all that has happened and how we might interpret it in relation to Myanmar’s recent pa…

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Vietnam: $12B Fraud Death Penalty, "Blazing Furnace" Anti-Corruption Campaign & Cambodia China 180km Canal Tensions - E407 32:15

2M ago32:15

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Valerie Vu, Founding Partner of Ansible Ventures, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. $12B Fraud Death Penalty: Jeremy and Valerie discussed Vietnam's largest-ever fraud trial regarding Vietnamese tycoon Truong My Lan and the Van Thinh Phat group. The $12B case impacted 6% of Vietnam's GDP and has led to real estate distress, economic …

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Teddy From A Brief Case Returns - DEAD AIR 1:42:30

1M ago1:42:30

1:42:30

Teddy's back to talk with Kyle and Wayne about spirits in other countries, true crime with a supernatural twist and even haunted sex dolls. ►FIND TEDDY TEO & A BRIEF CASE PODCAST HERE: A Brief Case Podcast Spotify A Brief Case Podcast IG ►THIS EPISODE'S HORROR RECOMMENDATIONS: manicpixiemom TikTok Tender Is The Flesh Book ►DEAD AIR CREDITS: Wayne R…

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You Can't Have It All: Parenting vs. Career Sacrifices, Life Myths vs. Reality and Intentional Trade-Offs - 406 14:46

2M ago14:46

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Jeremy reflected on how becoming a father of 2 daughters has reshaped his self-identity and the complex interplay between career ambitions vs. family responsibilities. He explored the evolving discourse on work-life balance, the brutal reality of trade-offs and the importance of intentional sacrifices. Jeremy tied together insights from Sheryl Sand…

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#104: The Angry Spirit in Batam - GHOST MAPS - True Southeast Asian Horror Stories 13:09

2M ago13:09

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A holiday in Batam takes a dark turn when a group of friends encounter an angry spirit, but does the terror end with their holiday—or does the spirit follow them home? Ghost Maps follows an unnamed narrator as he chronicles true accounts of the supernatural across Southeast Asia. ►GHOST MAPS CREDITS: Kyle Ong - Director Wayne Rée - Writer Joline Li…

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Maxime Chaury: Rocket Internet GM, Flash Coffee Indonesia Learnings & Courage as a Muscle - E405 36:43

2M ago36:43

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Maxime Chaury, Cofounder of Upworth, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. Rocket Internet GM: Maxime shared his transition from working in management consulting to embracing the dynamic startup environment in Southeast Asia, notably with Rocket Internet and later ZEN Rooms in Malaysia. He discussed the strategic considerations behind op…

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Samson Phommabout: MMA Fighter & Entrepreneur 44:45

2M ago44:45

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Samson, a man so powerful they say he could slay a lion with his bare hands. Much like his biblical namesake, Samson Phommabout’s life story is one of incredible strength and resilience. Raised in the shadows of Salt Lake City, Samson's early years were marred by the allure of gang life. It would take a brush with law enforcement and the tragic los…

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Thailand: Pheu Thai Pro-Business Reform, Cannabis, LGBTQ & Gaming Legislation, and Fintech Market Study Optimism - E404 35:48

2M ago35:48

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Wing Vasiksiri, General Partner of WV, and Jeremy Au discussed three main points: 1. Pheu Thai Pro-Business Reform: Wing and Jeremy discussed the new Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's ambitious plans to stimulate the economy through pro-business reforms. The administration has decided to focus on helping and investing in the tourism sector to …

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Episode 133: The Divided History of Timor, Part 2 50:32

2M ago50:32

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I'm back, and sorry for keeping you waiting so long! Today we continue our look at Timor, one of the larger islands on the eastern edge of Southeast Asia. This episode will cover the island's history from 1661 to about 1800. As always, listen and enjoy! Do you think you would like to become a podcaster on Blubrry? Click here for the details on join…

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Pacific Airwaves - COFA Negotiations Come to a Close 10:30

2M ago10:30

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Monica and Andreyka discuss the passage of COFA funding legislation and request for more Guam defense system funding in the U.S., Wang Yi’s visit to New Zealand, election updates from the Solomon Islands, a torture incident in West Papua, and other domestic and regional developments.Par CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Jane M. Ferguson, "Silver Screens and Golden Dreams: A Social History of Burmese Cinema" (U Hawaii Press, 2024) 48:14

2M ago48:14

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Within the social sciences and the humanities, international research in Burma/Myanmar studies tends to lean toward political science and Buddhist studies, or what can be characterized as the “soldiers or monks” approach. The political situation within the country has restricted the access that foreign researchers have had to the country. It has al…

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Regional VC Returns Skepticism, Structural Challenges & Value Creation vs. Sucker Trading Consequences with Adriel Yong - E403 51:51

2M ago51:51

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Adriel Yong, Head of Investments at Ascend Angels, and Jeremy Au frankly discussed the public's skepticism about Southeast Asia's venture capital (VC) landscape. They contrasted USA VC exit outcomes vs. the reality of regional exits: smaller at around $0.1-0.5B (refer to Cento Ventures report), taking longer than 10 years (vs. closed fund lifecycle…

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Myanmar Developments with Nyantha Lin 32:23

2M ago32:23

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Greg and Elina talk with Nyantha Lin about recent developments in Myanmar. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region.Par CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Raihan Yacob Talks Tales From Incredible Tales - DEAD AIR 1:43:10

2M ago1:43:10

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Radio personality, Raihan Yacob, chats with Kyle and Wayne about co-hosting Tales From Incredible Tales and shares some of his own supernatural encounters. This episode of Dead Air was recorded in March 2024. ►FIND TALES FROM INCREDIBLE TALES & RAIHAN YACOB HERE: Tales From Incredible Tales (VIDEO) Tales From Incredible Tales (AUDIO) Raihan IG ►THI…

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YC Request For Startups: Southeast Asia Viability, Hidden Comparative Advantages & Geographical Business Model Traps with Jeff Lonsdale - E402 49:48

2M ago49:48

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Jeff Lonsdale, Partner of Starstorm Ventures, and Jeremy Au embark on a comprehensive exploration of how Y Combinator's 20 startup requests flies (or flunks) within the Southeast Asian (SEA) entrepreneurial landscape. They debate sectors poised for regional adaptation and growth, such as robotics (per capita deployment), defense technology and the …

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TikTok Trump vs. Biden Ban Resurrection, Grab "Too Big To Fail" Debate & ShopBack Best-In-Class Layoffs with Shiyan Koh - E401 28:28

2M ago28:28

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Shiyan Koh, Managing Partner of Hustle Fund, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. TikTok Trump vs. Biden Ban Resurrection: Jeremy and Shiyan delved into the USA political establishment's snowballing momentum to nationalize TikTok via divestment due to national security, anti-China, social media regulation and moderation of public opin…

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