Asia Abridged
The most memorable moments from Asia Society’s acclaimed programming, delivered in 15 minutes or less. We choose the most enlightening, fascinating, and entertaining events and conversations and turn them in to easy-to-digest podcast episodes. If you have a passion for Asia — including arts, culture, current affairs, policy, Asian-American issues, and more — subscribe today.
Podcasting since 2017 • 31 episodes
Asia Abridged
Latest Episodes
Why Richard Holbrooke Clashed With Barack Obama
When President Obama appointed Richard Holbrooke to manage the U.S. relationship with Afghanistan and Pakistan, the assignment seemed like a perfect challenge for the veteran diplomat. Instead, the two men could not see eye to eye before Holbrook...
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Iran Foreign Minister's Defiant Message for the U.S.
In a lively appearance at Asia Society, Mohammad Javad Zarif said that Iran would continue to sell its oil to foreign buyers in spite of American pressure, offered to negotiate a prisoner exchange with the U.S, and said that Iran, the U.S., and Sa...
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Japan's Unheralded Opportunities
Economist Jesper Koll explains his counterintuitive take on the country's growing prospects — particularly for its youth.
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