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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific

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Join Col (ret) Ray Powell and Senior Diplomat (ret) Jim Carouso as they explore issues defining this century's pivotal region, the Indo-Pacific. www.youtube.com/@ippodcast + podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-s…

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Want to know more about #Japan new Prime Minister in advance of #Trump meeting with her? Listen to #CNN Tokyo correspondent Hanako Montgomery discuss what we might expect.

Why Should We Care About How Japan’s First Female Prime Minister Will Govern? | w/ Hanako Montgomery

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

What happens when a #Philippines documentary about fishermen meets #China objections? Hear filmmaker Baby Ruth Villarama tell the tale? www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zzpb...

Why Should We Care About the West Philippine Sea Film China's Trying to Block? | Baby Ruth Villarama

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

What is it like to live in #NorthKorea? And what happens to you if try and escape? This is perhaps our most intense and moving episode. www.youtube.com/watch?v=jKhD...

Why Should We Care What it’s Really Like Living in (and Escaping From) #NorthKorea? | w/ Timothy Cho

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

A discussion with a #China expert on what China is doing now and what we can expect. www.youtube.com/watch?v=vpcJ...

Why Should We Care if America Pulls Back While China Pushes Out? | with Shannon Brandao

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

How did #India - #US relations suddenly crash? What are the implications of #Modi visit to #China? Hear our pod with #WaPo journalist #JoshRogin. 👉 Audio available on all streaming services 👉 X: x.com/IndoPacPodcast 👉 LinkedIn: / why-should-we-care-about-the-indo-pacific YouTube@IPPodcast

Disaster: The U.S.-#India relationship is melting down | New podcast with Josh Rogin

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

#Trump has made access to #rareearth minerals a priority. #Greenland, #Ukraine, #Congo all had their rare earth mineral resources targeted by the #US administration. Why? How has #China cornered the market for these vital commodities and what can be done about it? www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEBW...

Why Should We Care if National Security Depends on Foreign Rocks Controlled by China?

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

Why is #China ramping up its naval activity around the #Philippine naval ship that has been grounded on Second Thomas Shoal for decades? #IndoPacific #SouthChinaSea www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbyl...

CHINA-PHILIPPINES AGAIN: Why Should We Care About Beijing’s Saber-Rattling at Second Thomas Shoal?

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

Want to know how #AUKUS really came about? #Australia ambassador to #Amercia at the time, Arthur Sinodinos, gives us the inside story. ✉️ E-mail indopacificpodcast@gmail.com 👉 Available on all streaming services 👉 x.com/IndoPacPodcast 👉 LinkedIn: / why-should-we-care-about-the-indo-pacific

Why Should We Care About the Inside Story Behind AUKUS? | with Ambassador Arthur Sinodinos

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

As (by far) the largest nation in #SoutheastAsia, #Indonesia is critical to peace, stability, and prosperity in the #IndoPacific. What #foreignpolicy moves has President #Prabowo made since taking office 10 months ago?

Why Should We Care About #Indonesia’s High-Stakes Balancing Act? | with Aristyo Darmawan

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

www.youtube.com/watch?v=koAT... Detailed discussion about the #China ship collision in the #SouthChinaSea. What are the implications for #Philippines, for the #US given the Mutual Defense Treaty?

EMERGENCY EPISODE—Why Should We Care About the Shocking Chinese Ship Collision at Scarborough Shoal?

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

www.youtube.com/shorts/rk1QX... The non-shooting war in the #SouthChinaSea between #Philippines and #China came very close to heating up. If that Chinese destroyer rammed the Philippine vessel instead of the Chinese one, would the #US respond? There is a mutual defense treaty after all.

"Play stupid games, win stupid prizes" — Two Chinese Ships Collide in South China Sea

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 10/08/2025

In this episode, hosts Ray and James dive deep into former #Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's dramatic 2016 pivot from the US to #China. Joined by authors Marites Vitug and Camille Elemia, they discuss their book Unrequited Love: Duterte's China Embrace. www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHpc...

Why Should We Care About Former #Philippine President Duterte's Unrequited Love Affair with Xi?

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

What do you do if you lead a tiny #Pacific Island trying to navigate great power rivalry, #climatechange, and economic uncertainty? Hear #Palau President Whipp explain #Indopacific www.youtube.com/shorts/Gz4T6...

SPECIAL PRESIDENTIAL GUEST: Why Should We Care About #Palau Standing Up To #China?

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

There is a currently a ceasefire along the #Thailand - #Cambodia border. Will it last? A former senior Cambodian diplomat discusses the situation with us. www.youtube.com/shorts/jmbYA...

Inside the #Thailand-#Cambodia conflict with Ambassador Pou Sothirak

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

How did #America attack on #Iran effect #China strategic calculations? www.youtube.com/shorts/dCA1R...

"The #Iran strikes have made colleagues in #China pretty nervous" — Zack Cooper

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

Want to understand the current fighting on the #Thailand - #Cambodia border? Hear the view from Cambodia here. #IndoPacific www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYx6...

Why Should We Care About the #Cambodia-#Thailand Border Conflict? | with Ambassador Pou Sothirak

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

#Philippines Defense Secretary says "the propaganda moves of #China have a sinister character to them." www.youtube.com/shorts/Hq6-c...

"The propaganda moves of #China have a sinister character to them" -Philippine Secretary of Defense

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

Ray sits down with #Phiippines Defense Secretary Gilbert "Gibo" Teodoro for a blunt discussion of the challenges #China presents to Philippine territorial sovereignty, the importance of the alliance with #America and defense cooperation with regional partners.

Why Should We Care About the Defense of the #Philippines? | w/ Philippine Defense Secretary Teodoro

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

You really should know the supply chain that brings your seafood. It may put you off calamari and shrimp. linktr.ee/indopacpodcast

Why Should We Care if #China is the Superpower of Seafood? | with Ian Urbina, Outlaw Ocean Project

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 28/06/2025

#SouthKorea recently elected a new president following the turmoil of the last few months that included an attempted coup, a presidential impeachment, and threats of huge tariffs on it exports to #America. What to make of all this? Listen to Korea expert explain. #indopacific

Why Should We Care if South Korea Finally Has a New President? | with Gordon Flake

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

The battle for technological supremacy between #China and #America in the new industrial revolution. Hear the author of "Techno-nationalism" explain why this really matters. www.youtube.com/shorts/y29XO...

Techno-nationalism: The intersection of technology, national security, & economic power — Alex Capri

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Congressman Don Baker referring to sclerotic US defense acquisition: "We have great plans for drones, but plans don't win wars." www.youtube.com/shorts/eb396...

"We have great plans with drones, but plans don't win wars." — U.S. Congressman Don Bacon

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

Congressman Don Baker (R-NB) is the brave member of the House who actually says what he believes. Hear him discuss why #Trump is wrong on VOA, AID, #alliances. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bjuo...

Why Should We Care About America's "Offensively Meager" Defense Budget? w/ US Congressman Don Bacon

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Issac Stone Fish wasn't unique when in December 2024 he predicted the #Musk - #Trump blowup. But he sure made it clear! www.youtube.com/shorts/Ngr7T...

Isaac Stone Fish predicts messy Trump-Musk breakup in December 2024 during Ep. 47

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

Ely Ratner, Deputy Defense Secretary for #Biden on his new article in #ForeignAffairs calling for an #IndoPacific alliance to deter #China.

China's rapid military modernization + ambitions to dominate the Indo-Pacific | w/ Dr. Ely Ratner

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

A conservative's argument against the unilateral surrender of American tools of global engagement. www.youtube.com/shorts/5s3dY...

U.S. "disarming" its info warfare capabilities as Russia and China ramp up | ft. Jim Geraghty

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

You may not agree with conservative columnist Jim Geraghty on many things, including his conclusion that #Covid19 was the result of a Chinese lab leak. But no denying that we really should do more to learn what created this horrible virus. #China linktr.ee/indopacpodcast

"The most consequential mistake in human history" — Jim Geraghty, National Review + Washington Post

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

The Pacific Islands are still strategically important. #China understands that. Does #America?

China is going after the "same locations that were strategically important during WW2" — Cleo Paskal

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

Why do all those little #PacificIslands (whose territory equals 20% of the planet) matter to the rest of the world? And what's going on there anyway? Actually, it is another theatre in the battle between #America and #China. Hear all about it from a regional expert. #indopacific

Why Should We Care About China's Gray Zone Influence Campaign in the Pacific Islands? w/ Cleo Paskal

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Ariel J. Blocker @drugdesigns.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Fascinating episode! An absolute MUST-LISTEN!! 🙏 @indopacpodcast.bsky.social! Where it is shown beyond the shadow of a doubt that China, while it is more discreet, is just as aggressive as Russia on the international front and just as disregarding of human rights. podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/w...

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Why Should We Care About China’s Human Rights Abuses? | with Luke de Pulford

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

"Amateurs talk strategy, professionals talk logistics." Hear a professional discuss why this quote from General Omar Bradley was right during WWII and is still right. And a problem. #indopacific #defense linktr.ee/indopacpodcast

Gen. Minihan: Air Mobility "Most Relied Upon Force in the History of Warfare"

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Nitin Gokhale, South Asian strategy analyst, joins us to discuss the latest #India #Pakistan fighting.

Why Should We Care About the #India-#Pakistan Border Conflict? | with Nitin Gokhale

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

In #Australia elections, a remarkable and historic comeback from bad polls for the incumbent, center-left party. Sound familiar, #Canada?

Historic, Landslide Victory for Labor Party in Australia: ABC journalist Michael Rowland

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

A great discussion about the outcome of the #Australia election with Aussies who really know their politics and foreign policy.

Australia's 2025 Election: Navigating Policy Shifts & Business Challenges

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Former #Australia ambassador to US: #Trump is undertaking a "political blitzkrieg www.youtube.com/@IPPodcast

A "political blitzkrieg" has hit Washington DC - Former 🇦🇺 Ambassador to 🇺🇸

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

Until January, Mark Lambert was the coordinator for #China at the US State Dept. What does he believe are China's goal and methods. And how are the #US and other responding? #globalcompetition #indopacific

Why Should We Care if China Gains Influence Because of U.S. Tariffs? w/ Mark Lambert, ex State Dep

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

What was it like to be a foreign ambassador to DC under #Trump 1.0? And what can other countries expect from Trump next. Listen to former #Australia ambassador Joe Hockey discuss #treaties, #tariffs, #intelligence cooperation, and #allies under Trump2.0. #IndoPacific

Why Should We Care About US-Australia Relations in the Age of Trump? | w/ Fmr Ambassador Joe Hockey

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Former Australian Broadcasting Corporation Washington correspondent Michael Rowland, with BGA Australia MD Mick McNeil (ex-political analyst for US Embassy) will discuss Australian #elections outcomes, including impact on #US relations. LIVE broadcast at 6-7pm EDT/May 3, 8-9am AEST May 4. #Australia

Australia's 2025 Election: Navigating Policy Shifts & Business Challenges

In the first live episode of "Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific?," Mick McNeill and Michael Rowland join Jim and Ray to discuss the Australian election results in real-time, exploring the impl...

Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

From #Singapore, long-time regional businessperson, Steve Okun, explains the practical implications of the #tariffs war. Bottom line—uncertainty leads to great caution and confusion. Bad for business and consumer confidence.

USA vs China: Who Will Win the Trade War? w/ CEO of APAC Steve Okun

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

While the world is focused on tariffs, tensions continue in the #SouthChinaSea. Chatham House's Bill Hayton explains #Vietnam's effort to build artificial islands in the South China Sea, a decade after #China pursued its own campaign. 👉 Audio available on all streaming services

Inside #Vietnam's South China Sea island-building campaign w/ author Bill Hayton

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

Even after the pause on reciprocal #tariffs, the US still has new tariff rate higher than in the 1930s. What does this mean for #America, #southeastAsia, #China economies/companies and where do things go from here? US Chamber of Commerce head for SEAsia explains from a US business point of view.

Why Should We Care How #SoutheastAsia Responds to Trump’s #Tariffs?

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

How will the Trump #tariffs impact Japan's economy and foreign policy? What will happen to bilateral #US-Japan security, economic and political ties? Listen to a Japan expert to understand more. • Apple: lnkd.in/dzwaJgcC • Spotify: lnkd.in/dSBEBPKq • Amazon: lnkd.in/d2aeeEKV • RSS: lnkd.in/dQqYk38Z

Why Should We Care How #Japan Responds to #Trump's Tariffs? w/ Japan expert Chris Johnstone

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

#India - the most populous country in the world and a growing economic power. How it interacts with #China, #Russia, and the #US will shape the rest of the century. We talk to two sophisticated Indian analysts to help us understand where India is going and why. #ASEAN

Why Should We Care About U.S.-#India Relations as the #Trump 2.0 Era Dawns? | Indo-Pacific Podcast

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

#Singapore senior ex-diplomat and analyst explains why many nations in #Asia are fairly sanguine about #Trump. "America has no need to be polite...the #U.S. is the indispensable balancer." The Asian realpolitik view of dealing with Trump from a uniquely qualified (and entertaining) global figure.

Why Should We Care Why #Asia’s Not Afraid of “America First”? Featuring Bilihari Kausikan

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 22/03/2025

#China and #Russia operating 'dark fleets' to get around western #sanctions. How do they get away with it? A shipping expert explains. 👉 Audio available on all streaming services 👉 Follow on LinkedIn: why-should-we-care-about-the-indo-pacific 👉 Follow on Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/indo....

Why Do China + Russia Operate "Dark Fleets?" w/ Dr. Sal Mercogliano

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Want to know more about the political imbroglio in #Philippines? #Marcos vs #Duterte has seen impeachment, death threats, and a former president whisked off to the International Court of Justice. PH journalist Reginal Lay explains.

Dutertes Down: Former President Arrested + VP impeached: What's going on in the Philippines?

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

Given recent events at #USAID, I am again running this clip regarding #ElonMusk from our interview with the former head of US Naval Intelligence. #government

Rear Admiral (Ret.) Mike Studeman on why he said #ElonMusk is "compromised & co-opted" by #China

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

What are the implications of #Trump plans for 'reciprocal #tariffs' on April 2? How will #SoutheastAsia respond? What will it mean for the US #economy and #ASEAN economies? Watch or listen to the full podcast • YouTube: lnkd.in/efVxjWKM • Apple: lnkd.in/egpn3Tdb • Spotify: lnkd.in/eFEfdf57

Inside Trump’s Tariff Playbook with CEO of BowerGroupAsia

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Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific @indopacpodcast.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Bellicose rhetoric. Cutting subsea cables. Increased military aircraft incursions and practicing blockades; #Taiwan Parliamentarian talks to us about #China increasingly aggressive activities and how Taiwan is responding.

"We Are At War" — Taiwan MP Wang Ting-yu

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