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“I really like the content and, despite the audio getting better over the years, it is still impossible to understand, especially listening in a vehicle.”
Alaska Review 09 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/24
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“The discussion is really good, but the sound adjustment is very annoying!!!! Male host’s voice is loud and quiet, you have to adjust the volume ALL THE TIME!!! Is there any way or anyone could share this to the host?”
Yadram.K via Apple Podcasts ·
Taiwan ·
02/14/24
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“I find these podcasts more thoughtful discussions and analysis than the editorialised content on UK media”
Our boy Ged via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/30/23
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“The content is interesting, but the host is barely audible as he swallows the end of his sentences. I don’t have the problem with any guest speakers.”
RisingRisingSun via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/14/23
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“Its been building but the most recent podcast on Shangri-la pushed me over the edge. It’s pure Beltway take on pretty much every issue. That’s fine, I guess, but the hosts’ inability to understand or even recognize other perspectives without ridicule is disappointing. Case in point here, our host...”Read full review »
deanzaZZR via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/23
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“You should consider a new section for recommendations to read or watch about the topics you are discussing”
marthir via Apple Podcasts ·
Colombia ·
04/21/23
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“The Asia Pacific series is essential listening for anyone seeking to learn more about this complex and diverse region. A fortnightly podcast highlight.”
刚毅67 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/27/23
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“This is a very informative podcast, but it is often hard to hear Ankit. Katy comes in loud and clear, but Ankit tends to speak in a lower tone, and his volume often trails off about a third of the way through a sentence or thought. It makes it difficult to listen in the car, and it contrasts...”Read full review »
waps97 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/24/22
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“Pakistan flooding illustrates weather. It says nothing about climate. I would suggest you find a college that educates students.”
This Ken via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/30/22
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“Excellent podcast. Thank you for the discussion topics, especially topics regarding Oceania.
Any future coverage or discussion planned on the announcement by VPOTUS at the Ocean’s Conference in Fiji of the US Embassy to be established in Tonga and Kiribati?”
LaviniaTMP via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/09/22
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“The content is terrific. However, one of the hosts has an unconscious habit of sharply intaking a breath after each of her sentences. It’s somewhat maddening to listen to since it sounds like a gasp when played at 1.1/4 or1.5 speed. But aside from that, wonderful analysis and terrific content…”
A Listener from S. Korea via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/16/22
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“There is something wrong with the female panelist’s microphone in the IPEF episode. It should have been edited. Please keep quality control.”
Babywhale611 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/07/22
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“The Diplomat podcast explores issues not often covered in US media, and the hosts’ insights help answer the “why” lurking behind so many confrontations and conflicts. The audio quality is not consistent (sounds like one of the hosts is slurping ramen throughout the shows), but this may be due to...”Read full review »
Verde; via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/28/22
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“there is too much side noises!”
Tamara Han via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
05/14/22
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“The recent regular guest comes through clearly audio-wise. Mr Panda's however is inaudible. The mumbling, previously forgiveable, seems evident now that he is hard to hear and understand.”Read full review »
Fatherof3Husbandof1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/09/22
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“Overall, your topics are great. I have been listening to most if not all of them. You seem to talk a lot about China. However, I can’t really recall you ever invited a China voice and opinion into the China matter. This is not what anyone would call a balanced approach. What a disappointment!”
Fuzzy Socks via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/30/22
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“This podcast is fantastic and the presenter is excellent. However, Mr. Panda constantly swallows his words, drifting off and mumbling to himself, which unfortunately makes major parts of the podcast unlistenable. When he has a co-host, her volume is normal, while he ranges from a whisper to a...”Read full review »
kiraichan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/22
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“This is a fantastic podcyto listen to when you have no background noise whatsoever. If you're listening in a car or any form of transport you are constantly adjusting the volume because the speaker's start each sentence quite loundly then trail off to the point of being inaudible. They...”Read full review »
Axe1974 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/08/22
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“Just here to add that I really appreciated Katie Potts (if misspelled, very sorry!) asking, “what do you think people should be asking about this topic?” Far too few hosts do, and as here, it’s usually enlightening. Asking good questions is almost always much harder than giving good answers! And...”Read full review »
Standards Geek via Apple Podcasts ·
Japan ·
02/04/22
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“Very reliable and comprehensive source.
It will be very kind of you, the Diplomat team, if you can produce the audible version of the magazine.”
Absolute Ma via Apple Podcasts ·
Thailand ·
12/25/21
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“This Why i subscribed to the pod and magazine: high class analysis from people living in the region”
Classicrocklover238 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/19/21
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“Generally good content, with cognizant elucidation of the myriad factors driving the tides of South East Asia.”
Boris Hates Moose and Squirrel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/30/21
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“Very informative. Always look forward to next episode.”
ubereatscunts via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/28/21
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“the best diplomatic podcast on asia policy I know. Its also the only one but nevermind”
german_libertarian via Apple Podcasts ·
Austria ·
06/21/21
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“At a time when knowledge about Asia is more essential Ankit and his guests provide the information and analysis that we need.”
Gary Bingham via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/21/21
“I love this podcast! I consider their analysis on par with CSIS China Power and Sinica. The only reason I can’t give it 5 stars is the audio quality is below par! In volume and fidelity I sometimes struggle to hear what the host or guest is saying. Please improve it!”
Asia Nerd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/21
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“This podcast has the right topics, but strengthens the established stereotypes, so it does sound music to people’s ears. However, far too many comments and opinions are biased and/or detached from facts. If it is just a show of echo chamber to reinforce existing stereotypical views on many parts...”Read full review »
Finding a Nickname to Complain via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/21
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“This really isn’t a general-interest podcast. I don’t mean that as a criticism, just a fact.
If you’re someone who has a professional interest in geopolitics in Asia, but isn’t already a deep expert in the region, this is a podcast you will find worthwhile. It delves deep into topics that most...”Read full review »
Mark Binfield via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/06/20
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“Utter BS. Idiots too afraid to speak the truth. The host is even worse.”
Utter BS show via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/15/20
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“An absolute must listen for broth professionals and avid listeners interested in an in-depth insight into diplomatic issues”
C.K. MacNamara via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
08/07/20
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“Love the in-depth analysis on hot topics in the region!!”
charlylottylotte via Apple Podcasts ·
Singapore ·
06/25/20
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“The best podcast on foreign policy, and international actors and issues in Asia. This should be required listening for any government, NGO or military officials working on issues germane to East Asia, Southeast Asia, and national security.”
An Officer & a Gentleman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/20/20
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“The only reason I gave it a four was because I feel like the episodes could be way longer and they have so much more information to give, 20/30 mins doesn’t do it justice and it kind of feels like it’s just rushed through and we are only getting the summary rather the entire story.”
stephen7152737 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/04/20
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“I’m a Georgetown boy, so this podcast is right up my alley. It does an incredible job of concisely summarizing very topical issues, anyone interested in IR simply MUST have a listen.”
Peter Baelish via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/29/20
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“Best podcast to understand Asian dynamics!”
alishae khar via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/21/20
“I’ve been listening to this for over a year and the quality of the topics they’ve discussed on here are just top notch. I like short sessions and they do just that while squeezing in as much information as they possibly can in the time being. The experts they hosted here are able to tell complex...”Read full review »
Average Joe's friend via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/18/20
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“The China political influence episode is particularly good.”
andhiggins via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/20
“A+”
jolo690 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/20
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“Been listening since the beginning and this is my most favorite podcast. Timely topics, concise analysis. Thank you!”
dkankdiWksmdsk via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
02/25/20
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“The hosts know a lot about the subjects covered. Have a listen of a topic you’re interested in to see for yourself.”
dyatic via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/06/20
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“This is a good podcast. It is anchored by Paris native Ankit Panda and bolstered by analysis from Prasanth Parameswaran.”
JaiJacksonHeights via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/20
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“Hello!
I love your podcast and listen to almost every episode. Thank you for your work!
I just wanted to address a small issue - don’t know if it’s on my side or on yours, but it appears only with this podcast. The issue is that the time shown is shorter than the actual one. So if the episode...”Read full review »
Faina Str via Apple Podcasts ·
Russia ·
12/05/19
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“Informative and unbiased coverage. Necessary in every way. Keep up the good work.”
blackdogforever via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/06/19
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“As a student of IR I consider The Diplomat’s podcasts (and articles) must read material for understanding Asia as a whole and not just China or Korea focused. Keep it up and keep them coming!
Update 9/17/19: definitely like the two-topic podcast. Asia is massive, lots going on and I’m glad to...”Read full review »
Bookhaki via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/19
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