Welcome to Straight Talk Southeast Asia. In this podcast, host, political analyst and academic, Dr. Bridget Welsh covers politics, current affairs, developments and other news in Southeast Asia, all for your listening pleasure. Episodes cover the latest developments every week, so it's best to listen to the latest episode to get to know what's happening. See you soon!<br /><br />This show is produced by Renegade Radio.
Straight Talk Southeast Asia
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Welcome to Straight Talk Southeast Asia. In this podcast, host, political analyst and academic, Dr. Bridget Welsh covers politics, current affairs, developments and other news in Southeast Asia, all for your listening pleasure. Episodes cover the latest developments every week, so it's best to listen to the latest episode to get to know what's happening. See you soon!<br /><br />This show is produced by Renegade Radio.
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Recent Episodes
August 8, 2026
EP147: Electoral Turning Points in Malaysia with Dr. Bridget Welsh
This episode looks at broader electoral changes taking place in Malaysian politics after three state elections in which the governing coalition leading the Anwar Ibrahim Madani government has lost ground.<br /><br /><b>Stay informed on our website:</b><br /><a href="https://straighttalkseasia.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://straighttalkseasia.com/</a><br />
July 28, 2026
EP146: Türkiye and ASEAN with Dr. Mehmet Enes Beşer
This episode looks at Türkiye’s relationship with ASEAN with Dr. Mehmet Enes Beşer, focusing on defense, economic and political ties as well as Türkiye’s interests in the region. <br /><br /><b>Stay informed on our website:</b><br /><a href="https://straighttalkseasia.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://straighttalkseasia.com/</a><br />
July 21, 2026
EP145: Brunei’s Challenges with Dr. Kerstin Steiner
This episode looks at challenges facing Brunei with Dr. Kerstein Steiner examining the dynamics of generational change, succession, her political economy and geopolitical shifts. <br /><br /><b>Stay informed on our website:</b><br /><a href="https://straighttalkseasia.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://straighttalkseasia.com/</a><br />
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