Asia Geopolitics
Asia Geopolitics, published by The Diplomat, is a weekly discussion of geopolitical developments across the Asia-Pacific, hosted by Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz. The show has 276 episodes, released roughly every two weeks, with a median length of about 18 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a rate range of $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
A steady, serious audience of Asia-Pacific policy followers in a weekly format
- 276 episodes since 2017 with a consistent weekly-to-biweekly cadence and a median run of about 18 minutes
- 317 Apple Podcasts ratings averaging 4.5 stars, with most reviews at 5 stars
- Hosted by two named specialists from The Diplomat, a publication focused on the Asia-Pacific
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, interview, analysis discussion
- Tone
- analytical, measured
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 15 to 20 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed. The show's website links to an advertising page for The Diplomat, but no podcast funding links appear.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover military exercises, missile tests and armed conflict such as the US-Iran war, which accounts for the medium violence rating and high political rating.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | thediplomat.com/category/asia-geopolitics |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id852773346 |
| RSS feed | anchor.fm/s/10bd6f2ac/podcast/rss |
Benchmark score: 40 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Is AUKUS Too Big to Fail? | 2026-09-28 | 18 min |
| Trump-Xi Meet Again: A Summit Without Substance? | 2026-09-25 | 20 min |
| The Mecca Pact: What Do We Actually Know? | 2026-08-24 | 15 min |
| US-ROK Alliance Management via Social Media | 2026-08-20 | 18 min |
| Transaction or Transformation? Inside the Russia-North Korea Relations | 2026-07-31 | 13 min |
| Why Did China Test a Submarine-launched Ballistic Missile? | 2026-07-30 | 17 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 21 days ago, a new one about every 13 days.
A weekly discussion of the geopolitical implications of current events in the Asia-Pacific, hosted by Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz from The Diplomat, with regular guests.
About Asia Geopolitics
Asia Geopolitics is a weekly podcast from The Diplomat, hosted by Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz, that discusses the geopolitical implications of current events across the Asia-Pacific. According to the show's feed, it has published 276 episodes since November 2017, with recent releases roughly every two weeks and a median length of about 18 minutes. The Diplomat's website describes the publication as a leading current affairs magazine for the region.
Apple Podcasts lists 317 ratings with an average of 4.5 stars. Listener figures are not published, so the estimate of 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode is based on the rating count and show age, not on reported data. The feed and website show no named sponsors. Ad rates are estimated at about $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll episode.
The show suits brands that want to reach policy-minded professionals, researchers and students following Asia-Pacific affairs, including education, B2B services and research tools. Its tone and subject matter are serious, so consumer brands should weigh fit carefully.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Asia Geopolitics can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Asia Geopolitics
How much does Asia Geopolitics charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are about $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode at $18 to $25 per 1,000. Exact pricing must be confirmed with the show.
What is Asia Geopolitics about?
Asia Geopolitics is a weekly discussion of geopolitical events in the Asia-Pacific region, hosted by Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz from The Diplomat, with regular guests.
How do I contact Asia Geopolitics about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly.
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