Asian Insider Podcast

Asian Insider Podcast

Nature or nurture? What is behind the ‘Eldest Daughter Syndrome’

In this episode, we unpack the 'Eldest Daughter Syndrome' and how traditional expectations are shaping gender roles.

Asian Insider Podcast

Deals and words: Reading the tea leaves for the ‘historic’ Xi-Trump summit

In this episode, we focus on the Xi-Trump summit held in Beijing from May 13-14, 2026.

Asian Insider Podcast

No big, fat hugs - Trump, Xi will have a summit of careful smiles

In this episode, we talk about the upcoming Trump-Xi summit and what some of the expected outcomes will be from the meeting.

Asian Insider Podcast

What cues India can take from China to fix its foul air and water

In this episode, we talk about how China can help India fix its foul air and water.

Asian Insider Podcast

The mystery of Chongqing grilled fish’s origin story - and why it matters

Asian Insider Podcast

‘Corporate mafia’: The scandal that Malaysia can no longer ignore

ST's Malaysia bureau chief Shannon Teoh and host Zurairi A.R. are joined by Latheefa Koya, executive director of Lawyers for Liberty and former chief commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC).

Asian Insider Podcast

Crisis creates openings: Why Asia will stand out after a post-Iran conflict

In this episode, we discuss how the Iran energy shock could transform Asian macro-economics, and how investors can take action to adapt to these changes.

Asian Insider Podcast

India’s $70 billion spiritual market fuelled by bhajan clubbing

In this episode, we discuss the recent surge in bhajan clubbing - the fusion of devotional Hindu music with contemporary styles like EDM and rock.

Asian Insider Podcast

Is there a silver lining for China as war rages in the Middle East?

In this episode, we discuss the analysis suggesting that the conflict serves as a living laboratory for Chinese technology as some of Iran's defenes are reliant on systems developed by China.

Asian Insider Podcast

Iran’s war machine can only last a few more weeks: Expert

In this episode, Professor Benjamin Radd predicts the remaining lifespan of Iran's regime.

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