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Is North Korea getting richer?
Jun 23, 2026
17m 30s
Will Japan turn away from pacifism?
Jun 19, 2026
20m 12s
Asia’s affordable housing problem
Jun 16, 2026
19m 04s
Could changing the way we date solve Asia's low fertility rates?
Jun 12, 2026
20m 23s
Could an Asian team win the World Cup?
Jun 9, 2026
19m 30s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/23/26 | ![]() Is North Korea getting richer? | North Korea and Russia are about to open their first road bridge connection, deepening a partnership that has rapidly expanded since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine. The growing relationship is helping fuel one of the most surprising stories in Asia today: North Korea's economy appears to be performing far better than many expected.New housing projects are transforming Pyongyang, consumer activity has picked up and Russia has emerged as a major new source of revenue for Kim Jong Un's regime.Also, North Korea's use of cryptocurrency theft is growing while sanctions are being bypassed. But how much of this is a genuine economic transformation, and how much is a carefully managed showcase? And are ordinary North Koreans outside the capital seeing any benefits from the influx of new money?In this episode of Asia Specific, host Mariko Oi speaks with BBC Seoul correspondent Jake Kwon and Wall Street Journal reporter Dasl Yoon about what has changed inside North Korea since the pandemic, the rise of Pyongyang's new wealth, how business really operates inside one of the world's most secretive economies, and whether closer ties with Russia are reshaping North Korea's future.Asia Specific brings you essential insights and conversations on the stories shaping the Asia Pacific region - an economic powerhouse, geo-political flashpoint and the birthplace of global cultural trends.Asian perspectives on international issues and in-depth analysis on news from a region that’s home to nearly 2.5 billion people. Whether it is the latest on trade between China and Donald Trump, the rise and fall of political dynasties in Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines, or South Korea’s K-pop inspired soft power strategy - we unpack what key players are thinking and dive into the stories that matter. Hosted in Singapore by Mariko Oi alongside BBC experts in Beijing, Bangkok, and beyond – listen to new episodes twice a week. Get in touch: asiaspecific@bbc.co.uk | 17m 30s | ||||||
| 6/19/26 | ![]() Will Japan turn away from pacifism? | Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says she wants a vote on amending Japan's constitution, reviving a debate that could reshape the country's Self-Defence Forces, its alliance with the US, and relations across Asia.Japan's post-war constitution has remained unchanged since it came into force in 1947. Its famous 'Article 9' renounces war and appears to prohibit the country from maintaining armed forces. Yet Japan today has one of the world's most advanced armed forces and hosts the largest concentration of US troops overseas.Now, with growing concerns about China's military expansion, North Korea's missile programme, and uncertainty over America's long-term commitment to Asian security, supporters of constitutional reform argue that Japan needs to clarify its defence role and become more self-reliant. Some critics fear it could weaken Japan's pacifist identity, alarm neighbouring countries, and revive memories of Japan's wartime past.In this episode, host Mariko Oi speaks to BBC Tokyo correspondent Kurumi Mori and Financial Times Tokyo bureau chief Leo Lewis about why Japan's constitution is unique, how the country ended up with a military despite Article 9, what Prime Minister Takaichi wants to change, and whether Japanese voters are ready to support constitutional reform for the first time in history.Find out what Japan’s Minister of Defence Shinjiro Koizumi says about the country’s pacifist constitution here ?dc49?dffd https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cly8qd4595eoAsia Pacific, unpacked by those who know it best. Bringing you essential insights and conversations on the stories shaping the region - an economic powerhouse, geo-political flashpoint and the birthplace of global cultural trends.Hear Asian perspectives on international issues and in-depth analysis on news from a region that’s home to nearly 2.5 billion people. Whether it is the latest on trade between the US and China, the rise and fall of political dynasties in Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines, or South Korea’s K-pop inspired soft power strategy, we find out what key players are thinking and dive into the stories that matter.Hosted in Singapore by Mariko Oi, alongside BBC experts in Beijing, Bangkok, and beyond – listen to new episodes twice a week. Episodes of Asia Specific are also available on YouTube, here: https://bit.ly/4iJyeVtGet in touch: asiaspecific@bbc.co.uk | 20m 12s | ||||||
| 6/16/26 | ![]() Asia’s affordable housing problem | Australia's government is winding back tax incentives for property investors in a bid to make housing more affordable - but will it work?From Sydney to Seoul, Bangkok to Beijing, housing affordability has become one of the biggest economic and political issues facing young people across Asia Pacific. In many major cities, home prices have risen far faster than incomes, leaving many first-time buyers feeling locked out of the market.Australia is now changing long-standing tax rules that critics say encouraged property investment and pushed up prices. But will those reforms actually make housing more affordable? And what lessons can be learned from other countries that have tried to intervene?In this episode, Mariko Oi speaks to Asia Specific editor Bill Birtles and BBC Journalist Abhiram Subramaniam about Australia's housing reforms, the affordability crisis across Asia, why governments from South Korea to China have struggled to bring prices under control. They also explore Singapore's unique public housing system, where around 80% of residents live in government-built homes, and ask whether the model could ever be replicated elsewhere.Asia Pacific, unpacked by those who know it best. Bringing you essential insights and conversations on the stories shaping the region - an economic powerhouse, geo-political flashpoint and the birthplace of global cultural trends.Hear Asian perspectives on international issues and in-depth analysis on news from a region that’s home to nearly 2.5 billion people.Whether it is the latest on trade between the US and China, the rise and fall of political dynasties in Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines, or South Korea’s K-pop inspired soft power strategy, we find out what key players are thinking and dive into the stories that matter.Hosted in Singapore by Mariko Oi, alongside BBC experts in Beijing, Bangkok, and beyond – listen to new episodes twice a week. Episodes of Asia Specific are also available on YouTube, here: https://bit.ly/4iJyeVtGet in touch: asiaspecific@bbc.co.uk | 19m 04s | ||||||
| 6/12/26 | ![]() Could changing the way we date solve Asia's low fertility rates? | A slight uptick in South Korea’s notoriously low fertility rate in the last two years has begged the question - are government policies to encourage dating, marriage and babies working?It’s a question governments across Asia are asking, a region where fertility rates are at very low levels, particularly in Japan, China, Taiwan and Singapore. Governments across the region have been rolling out initiatives to encourage dating in the hope that more couples will lead to more births, which in turn will help offset rapidly ageing populations. From sponsoring dating app subscriptions to providing financial incentives and subsidised pre-schools, do these sorts of measures actually work? On this episode, host Mariko Oi is joined by journalist Rachel Lee from the Asia Specific podcast team along with Simone Heng, an author with a focus on human connection. Asia Pacific, unpacked by those who know it best. Bringing you essential insights and conversations on the stories shaping the region - an economic powerhouse, geo-political flashpoint and the birthplace of global cultural trends.Hear Asian perspectives on international issues and in-depth analysis on news from a region that’s home to nearly 2.5 billion people.Whether it is the latest on trade between the US and China, the rise and fall of political dynasties in Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines, or South Korea’s K-pop inspired soft power strategy, we find out what key players are thinking and dive into the stories that matter.Hosted in Singapore by Mariko Oi, alongside BBC experts in Beijing, Bangkok, and beyond – listen to new episodes twice a week. Episodes of Asia Specific are also available on YouTube, here: https://bit.ly/4iJyeVt Get in touch: asiaspecific@bbc.co.uk | 20m 23s | ||||||
| 6/9/26 | ![]() Could an Asian team win the World Cup?✨ | FIFA World CupAsian football+3 | Steve LaiNick Marsh | — | Saudi ArabiaIran+7 | World CupAsian teams+3 | — | 19m 30s | |
| 6/9/26 | ![]() Bonus: Xi Jinping's North Korea visit✨ | China-North Korea relationsXi Jinping's visit+3 | Laura BickerJake Kwon | BBC | North KoreaChina+1 | Xi JinpingNorth Korea+7 | — | 11m 13s | |
| 6/5/26 | ![]() Thailand’s tourism challenge✨ | tourismvisa policy+4 | Jonathan Head | BBC World Service | ThailandSouth East Asia+1 | Thailandtourism+4 | — | 17m 14s | |
| 6/2/26 | ![]() South Korea’s stock boom✨ | stock marketAI+4 | Jake KwonHerald van der Linde | Samsung ElectronicsSK Hynix+1 | South Korea | KOSPIAI memory chips+3 | — | 19m 56s | |
| 5/29/26 | ![]() Asia’s 'irrelevant' uni degree question✨ | university degreesjob market+4 | Astudestra Ajengrastri | BBC World Service | IndonesiaChina+2 | IndonesiaSTEM+5 | — | 18m 30s | |
| 5/26/26 | ![]() The US-China robotaxi race✨ | autonomous vehiclesrobotaxis+3 | Suranjana TewariTu Le | BBCSino Auto Insights | USChina+1 | self-driving carsrobotaxis+7 | — | 21m 46s | |
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| 5/22/26 | ![]() The Philippines beauty pageant controversy✨ | beauty pageantsPhilippines culture+3 | Rico HizonAriella ‘Ara’ Arida | Miss Universe Philippines Organisation | PhilippinesUnited States | beauty pageantPhilippines+5 | — | 18m 17s | |
| 5/19/26 | ![]() Why North Korea became a women's football powerhouse✨ | North Koreawomen's football+3 | Jake KwonDaisy Yoo | BBC World Service | North KoreaSouth Korea+1 | North Koreawomen's football+6 | — | 19m 33s | |
| 5/15/26 | ![]() Bali’s rubbish crisis✨ | waste managementenvironmental issues+3 | Ade MardiyatiGary Bencheghib | Sungai Watch | BaliIndonesia | Balirubbish crisis+3 | — | 17m 52s | |
| 5/12/26 | ![]() The US-China problem✨ | US-China relationsglobal trade+5 | Laura BickerZheng Yu Huang | BBCCommittee of 100+1 | United StatesChina | US-ChinaTrump visit+5 | — | 22m 21s | |
| 5/8/26 | ![]() Is India’s internet becoming more like China’s?✨ | internet regulationfreedom of expression+5 | Umang PoddarTom Nunlist | BBC HindiTrivium China | IndiaChina+3 | internetregulations+7 | — | 19m 57s | |
| 5/6/26 | ![]() Can China reverse a billion-dollar tech deal?✨ | China tech regulationAI industry+4 | Rui MaWendy Chang | MetaManus+1 | ChinaSingapore | MetaManus+5 | — | 22m 18s | |
| 5/1/26 | ![]() New Zealand and India’s trade deal row✨ | trade dealimmigration+4 | Vandhna BhanDileepa Fonseka | New ZealandIndia+1 | New ZealandIndia | New ZealandIndia+5 | — | 21m 19s | |
| 4/28/26 | ![]() Can Vietnam still reach its growth target?✨ | Vietnam economymanufacturing sector+3 | Sen NguyenEdmund Malesky | BBC World Service | VietnamSouth East Asia+4 | Vietnameconomic growth+3 | — | 21m 04s | |
| 4/24/26 | ![]() Japan’s megaquake threat✨ | earthquake preparednessJapan+4 | Ruper Wingfield-HayesDerek Cai | Dramas: Fukushima | JapanNankai Trough | Japanearthquake+5 | — | 20m 42s | |
| 4/21/26 | ![]() Indonesia’s US airspace deal risks China ties✨ | US military presenceIndonesia-China relations+4 | Bill BirtlesRandy Mulyanto | US militaryChina | IndonesiaSingapore+3 | IndonesiaUS military+5 | — | 18m 58s | |
| 4/17/26 | ![]() Who’s winning the EV race?✨ | electric vehiclesChina+4 | Hannah MiaoTheo Leggett | Wall Street JournalBBC | ChinaSoutheast Asia+3 | electric vehiclesChina+7 | — | 21m 02s | |
| 4/14/26 | ![]() Thailand’s complicated relationship with tourism✨ | tourismeconomy+3 | Panisa AemochaKiatananatha Lounkaew | BBC World Service | ThailandBangkok+1 | Thailandtourism+5 | — | 18m 11s | |
| 4/10/26 | ![]() Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs, one year on✨ | US tariffstrade relations+4 | Deborah ElmsNick Marsh | Hinrich FoundationBBC | United StatesAsia | tariffstrade+5 | — | 22m 14s | |
| 4/8/26 | ![]() Bonus: What an Iran US ceasefire means for Asia✨ | Iran US ceasefireChina's role+4 | Bill BirtlesAdam Samdin | BBC World Service | IranUS+4 | IranUS+6 | — | 12m 50s | |
| 4/7/26 | ![]() Who is leading the race to the Moon? | The US Artemis II mission around the Moon is part of a plan to establish a long-term human presence beyond Earth. But it’s not alone. China has been steadily advancing its space programme, with plans to land its own astronauts on the moon by 2030 and develop a permanent lunar base in the years that follow.More than half a century after the Apollo missions, the focus has shifted from symbolic firsts to sustained presence and strategic advantage. Both countries are investing heavily in lunar exploration, while also expanding capabilities in satellites, space stations, and deep space missions.Presenter Mariko Oi speaks to astrophysicist Dr Brad Tucker and BBC journalist Kethaki Masilamani to unpack the significance of Artemis II, how China compares to the US in space, and what this growing competition could mean for the future of exploration, security and international co-operation.This episode was recorded on 6 April at 2pm Singapore time.Asia Pacific, unpacked by those who know it best. Bringing you essential insights and conversations on the stories shaping the region - an economic powerhouse, geo-political flashpoint and the birthplace of global cultural trends.Hear Asian perspectives on international issues and in-depth analysis on news from a region that’s home to nearly 2.5 billion people.Whether it is the latest on trade between the US and China, the rise and fall of political dynasties in Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines, or South Korea’s K-pop inspired soft power strategy, we find out what key players are thinking and dive into the stories that matter.Hosted in Singapore by Mariko Oi, alongside BBC experts in Beijing, Bangkok, and beyond – listen to new episodes twice a week. Episodes of Asia Specific are also available on YouTube, here: https://bit.ly/4iJyeVtGet in touch: asiaspecific@bbc.co.uk | 18m 21s | ||||||
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