This podcast episode with Dr. Anoulak Kittikhoun, former CEO of the Mekong River Commission (MRC) Secretariat, unpacks the challenges and approaches of the MRC for transboundary water governance of thevital Mekong River Basin upon which millions depend for their livelihoods.

Episode host: Rajesh Daniel

Sound editing: My Le

Artwork: Alyzza Albay

Series producers: Charmaine Caparas, Rajesh Daniel and Variya Plungwatana

Podcast music: WinkingFox, WinkingFoxMusic 

Read the feature of the episode ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

In this episode of SEI Asia's podcast series on “Environment and Policy in Asia”, we talked with Dr. Pichamon Yeophantong about the intricate relationship between scientific research and policymaking, particularly in the Mekong Region, and the challenges researchers face in translating science into impactful action. Episode host: Rajesh DanielSound editing: Alyzza AlbayArtwork: Variya PlungwatanaSeries producers: Charmaine Caparas, Rajesh Daniel and Variya PlungwatanaPodcast music: WinkingFox, WinkingFoxMusic Read the feature of the episode ⁠here⁠.

In this episode of SEI Asia's podcast series on “Environment and Policy in Asia”, we talked with Bernadette Victorio (Bea) from Fair Finance Asia, a network dedicated to ensuring that financial institutions in Asia operate in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. The episode presents a nuanced discussion on the role of commercial banks funding hydropower in the Mekong Region, and how banks can ensure transparency and accountability. Episode host: Rajesh DanielSound editing: Variya PlungwatanaArtwork: Variya PlungwatanaSeries producers: Charmaine Caparas, Rajesh Daniel and Variya PlungwatanaPodcast music: WinkingFox, WinkingFoxMusic Read the feature of the episode here.

In this episode of SEI Asia's podcast series on “Environment and Policy in Asia”, we talked with Dr. Kaneungnich Sribuaim about drafting Thailand's groundbreaking legislation to empower citizens in the battle against air pollution. Episode host: Rajesh DanielSound editing: Variya PlungwatanaArtwork: Variya PlungwatanaSeries producers: Charmaine Caparas, Rajesh Daniel and Variya PlungwatanaPodcast music: WinkingFox, WinkingFoxMusic Read the feature of the episode here.

In this episode of SEI Asia's podcast series on “Environment and Policy in Asia”, we talked with AirGradient, a Thailand-based company using technological innovations to enhance air quality monitoring globally. Episode host: Charmaine CaparasSound editing: Variya PlungwatanaArtwork: Variya PlungwatanaSeries producers: Charmaine Caparas, Rajesh Daniel and Variya PlungwatanaPodcast music: WinkingFox, WinkingFoxMusic Read the feature of the episode here.

In this episode of SEI Asia's podcast series on “Environment and Policy in Asia”, we talked to Minh Tran and Dayoon Kim of SEI Asia, who reflect on their work in climate and disaster research to critique knowledge co-production and find ways for research, policy and action to be more equitable. Episode host: Rajesh DanielSound editing: Variya PlungwatanaArtwork: Variya PlungwatanaSeries producers: Charmaine Caparas, Rajesh Daniel and Variya PlungwatanaPodcast music: WinkingFox, WinkingFoxMusic Read the feature of the episode here.

In this second episode of the SEI Asia miniseries on optimizing urban food systems resilience, we talk with Khairunnisa from Bakudapan Food Study Group, about food sovereignty and the need to support communities who are preserving and archiving their knowledge of edible plants. Episode host: Sofia CavalleriEpisode guest:  Khairunnisa from Bakudapan Food Study GroupEpisode producers: Variya Plungwatana, Sofia Cavalleri, Dimas Fauzi, Kohei Yamada, Pimolporn JintarithSeries producers: Rajesh Daniel and Variya Plungwatana Artwork: Variya PlungwatanaCover photo: Wichai Juntavaro  Read the feature of the episode here.

In Episode 02 of SEI Asia's podcast series on “Environment and Policy in Asia”, we talked about how climate solutions needs to recognize the interconnections between gender, equity, poverty and sustainability. This episode features Teddy Baguilat Jr., Indigenous Filipino policymaker and activist talking to Ha Nguyen, Research Fellow with the Gender, Environment and Development research cluster, and Charmaine Caparas, Communications Officer, SEI Asia.  Episode host: Charmaine Caparas

Sound editing: Rajesh Daniel Artwork: Variya Plungwatana Series producers: Charmaine Caparas, Rajesh Daniel and Variya Plungwatana Podcast music: WinkingFox, WinkingFoxMusic  Read the feature of this episode here.

In Episode 01 of SEI Asia's podcast series on “Environment and Policy in Asia”, we talked about cities in Asia and urban climate governance with Dr. Danny Marks, Assistant Professor of Environmental Politics and Policy in the School of Law and Government of Dublin City University.  Episode host: Rajesh Daniel Sound editing: Rajesh Daniel Artwork: Variya Plungwatana Series producers: Charmaine Caparas, Rajesh Daniel and Variya Plungwatana Podcast music: WinkingFox, WinkingFoxMusic  Read the feature of this episode here.