Richard Heydarian

Deep Dive with Richard Heydarian

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As one of Asia's leading political podcasts, Deep Dive provides in-depth, long-form and engaging analysis of the most compelling political, economic and social issues in the Philippines, Asia and the world over by global columnist, university lecturer, and author Richard Heydarian.

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Richard Heydarian

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Why Some Filipinos in the West Support Populists at home? 26.12.2022

An analysis of the overseas support for populists and traditional politicians in the Philippines..

China Provokes Marcos Jr. in the West Philippine Sea 26.12.2022

An analysis of the latest Chinese bullying behavior in Philippine waters. 

FTX Crypto Scam: Lessons for Maharlika Fund 14.12.2022

An analysis of major risks with sovereign wealth investments, drawing lessons from Singapore and Indonesia. 

Is Football Better for Filipinos? 14.12.2022

An analysis of the success of developing nations such as Morocco -- and lessons for the Philippines, which was once, during the era of Paulino Alcantara, an Asian powerhouse. 

Marcos Walks Back Maharlika Fund Proposal? 10.12.2022

An analysis of how public pressure and expert criticism derailed Marcos coalition's first major economic initiative. 

Adobo Diplomacy: Philippine Cuisine in the 21st Century 05.12.2022

An analysis of the evolving food scene in the Philippines and among the broader Filipino community in the world.. 

Philippine Economy Under Marcos Jr. 05.12.2022

An in-depth analysis of the technocratic politics and dilemmas shaping macroeconomic policy under Marcos Jr. 

Maharlika Fund: Marcos vs Marcos? 03.12.2022

An analysis of Senator Imee Marcos' criticism of sovereign wealth fund proposal by her fellow politico niece and cousin. 

The Maharlika Sovereign Wealth Fund Proposal 03.12.2022

An analysis of the proposed, controversial new investment fund by presidential son, Sandro Marcos III, and presidential cousin, Martin Romualdez. 

Why Some Filipinos in the West Support Populists At Home 01.12.2022

An analysis of the overseas voter base of authoritarian-populist Filipino politicos... 

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim: An Admirer of Aquino? 26.11.2022

An analysis of the victory of Malaysia's erstwhile reformist leader. 

Sandro Marcos: Victim of "Fake News"? 26.11.2022

An analysis of the memes and satirical quotations on the presidential son. 

World Cup 2022: Asian Power? 26.11.2022

An analysis of the dramatic victories of Saudi Arabia, Japan and Iran over Latin American and European rivals. 

Why I Vlog: Soulful Reflections 23.11.2022

A spontaneous reflections on the ideas and sentiments behind these podcast series -- and Richard Heydarian's decision to enter the "Vlogger" world..

Bali Breakthrough: Biden and Xi Meet 16.11.2022

An analysis of the Sino-American diplomatic breakthrough on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Bali, Indonesia.

Marcos Jr. Attends ASEAN Summits 15.11.2022

An analysis of the 2022 ASEAN Summit, and related events, and the broader geopolitical implications...

US Midterm Elections: Lessons for the Philippines!? (Nexus, Ep 3) 12.11.2022

A conversation between Richard Heydarian and Leloy Claudio on lessons from the US midterm elections. 

Zubiri, Philippine Media, and US Midterms Elections 10.11.2022

An in-depth analysis of US midterm elections' surprising results, and my mini-debate with Senate President Miguel Zubiri. 

Revisionism 2.0: "Maid in Malacanang" Sequel? 08.11.2022

An analysis of the roots and challenge of pro-Marcos historical distortion and denialism in the Philippines.

Pro-Marcos Bloggers Disunity 07.11.2022

An analysis of the ebbs and flows of pro-Marcos bloggers' conflict and cooperation dynamics. 

Vico Sotto's "New Politics" 07.11.2022

An analysis of the circumstances and implications of Pasig City youthful mayor's resignation from Aksyon Demokratiko and his hopes for the country. 

Marcos Jr: An Inflation Crisis!? 04.11.2022

An in-depth analysis of the factors driving wild currency fluctuations and record-high inflation in the Philippines under Marcos Jr. 

Can Philippines Learn Anything from Brazil's Elections? 03.11.2022

An analysis of the historic victory of progressive forces in Latin America's largest democracy. 

Lula's Victory: Lessons for Philippine Democracy (Nexus, Ep. 2) 03.11.2022

An in-depth analysis of Brazil's elections, and what it means for other besieged democracies such as the Philippines. 

Quo Vadis: Opposition after Leni? 27.10.2022

An analysis of the perilous landscape for Philippine liberal opposition after the 2022 elections, which cemented the Marcos-Duterte power-base. 

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