Best Widodo Podcasts (2026)

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Season 2 – Episode 8 – How AI at scale is reshaping operating models and redefining the mandate for data leaders with Himanshi Juneja 28:53

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Joining me on this episode of Data Tech Talks is Himanshi Juneja. We explore the importance of starting AI projects with a clear focus on creating measurable business value, ensuring initiatives are tied to metrics like revenue, cost, or customer outcomes. Himanshi shares insights on avoiding costly experiments and aligning AI with tangible results…

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Season 2 – Episode 7 – The Rise of Modern Data Infrastructure in Healthcare Domain with Ben Nguyen 35:30

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Joining me on this episode of Data Tech Talks is Ben Nguyen, a data leader with experience in finance and healthcare. We discuss the challenges of leveraging data analytics in healthcare, including building modern data infrastructure, ensuring governance and security, and using AI to improve processes and outcomes. Ben shares insights from his jour…

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Season 2 – Episode 6 – The Role of Data Quality in Modern Data Platforms with Melvin Widodo 32:10

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In our latest episode of the Data Tech Talks podcast, we dive deep into the critical role of data quality in modern data platforms with Melvin Widodo, a seasoned data leader with over 20 years of experience. Discover how data quality underpins successful analytics and platform development and learn about the evolving landscape of data governance an…

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Season 2 – Episode 5 – The use of Artificial Intelligence in Data Processes and Solutions with Thomas Winsnes 47:19

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Joining Raed on this episode of Data Tech Talks is Thomas Winsnes, a technology leader. In this episode, they explore the evolving relationship between AI, data privacy and compliance and how it’s impacting modern business processes. Thomas offers a deep dive into designing AI systems with compliance in mind, ensuring accountability in AI developme…

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02: Surface Tensions with Kaira Widodo 1:38:15

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In this episode, we explore memory, identity, and the creative tension of living between cultures. Kaira Widodo’s work moves through family archives, subtle spiritual gestures, and textured imagery, reflecting desire, grief, and what “home” means when you’re navigating multiple worlds. Guest: Kaira Widodo, artist and visual storyteller, shares her …

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Season 2 - Episode 4 - The Challenges of Changing Perception and Delivering Value in Immature Data Environments 41:51

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Joining Raed on this episode of Data Tech Talks is Alexander Fetisov, a BI analytics leader with extensive experience across the construction and infrastructure sectors. In this conversation, they explore the complexities of managing data in industries with varying levels of maturity and the critical role communication plays in successful BI delive…

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01: Why Third World Culture? Reclaiming Language, Storytelling & Identity with Almer Mikhail 1:14:44

7M ago1:14:44

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In our debut episode, we unpack the meaning behind “Third World Culture”—where the term comes from, what it challenges, and why reclaiming language matters for Southeast Asian and cross-cultural creatives. Almer Mikhail, Editor & Writer of Further Reading and Serving Suggestion and Former Contributor write of The Jakarta Post, joins us to share his…

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Season 2 – Episode 3 – Modernising Data Infrastructure within the Hospitality Domain with Shubhankar Thatte 33:39

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Joining Raed on this episode of Data Tech Talks is Shubhankar Thatte, a technology leader with deep experience in the hospitality industry. In this episode, they explore the transformative journey of modernising legacy systems and how a data-driven approach is reshaping hospitality operations from enhancing guest experiences to driving operational …

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Season 2 – Episode 2 – Delivering Insights within the Financial Services Domain with Avijit Chowdhury 40:20

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Joining Raed on this episode of Data Tech Talks is Avijit Chowdhury, a seasoned data analytics leader with deep expertise in the financial services sector. This conversation, dives into the complex landscape of data in finance, exploring the unique challenges of deriving actionable insights while ensuring strong data quality and governance. Avijit …

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Season 2 – Episode 1 – Customer Analytics, Driving Value within the Insurance Domain with Janani Hari 36:59

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Joining me on this episode of Data Tech Talks is Janani Hari, a seasoned expert in data and insights, with deep experience in the insurance sector. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of customer analytics and how it’s reshaping the insurance industry - from shifting perceptions to enhancing customer experiences. Janani offers a de…

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Season 1 - Episode 9 - DataBricks with Sunil Dhurve, Senior Data Engineer 35:13

10M ago35:13

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Joining me on this episode of Data Tech Talks is Sunil Dhurve, a seasoned expert in data platforms and engineering. In this episode we explore the evolution and impact of Databricks in the modern data landscape, diving into its architecture, key features, and why it has become a go-to platform for data engineering. Sunil shares insights from his ex…

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Season 1 - Episode 8 - AWS with Abhilash Kale, Senior Data Engineer 33:58

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Joining me on this episode of Data Tech Talks is Senior Data Engineering Professional Abhilash Kale. Abhilash has extensive experience in consulting, financial services and banking, working on various data-initiatives with well-known Australian companies. We explore AWS from a data engineering perspective, delving into Abhilash’s journey into the f…

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Season 1 - Episode 7 - GCP with Sebastian Guerra, Data Engineer 28:52

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Joining me on this episode is seasoned Data Engineering Professional Sebastian Guerra. During our conversation, we explore how Google Cloud Platform (GCP) has shaped the landscape of cloud computing and data engineering. We’ll discuss the evolution of data engineering, the tools and methodologies that drive GCP, and hear Sebastian’s expert insights…

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Season 1 - Episode 6 - Data Modeling with Jeff He, Lead Data Modeler 35:41

12M ago35:41

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In this episode, we take a closer look at the art and science of data modeling – a vital process for successful business intelligence! Lead Data Modeler Jeff He will walk you through different modeling strategies, highlighting the benefits of each in real-world scenarios to equip you with insights and refine your data strategy. Whether you’re just …

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Season 1 - Episode 5 - Tableau with Arpan Dey, Senior Analytics Consultant 39:37

1y ago39:37

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Tableau is a powerful tool that has revolutionised data visualisation. With Senior Data Analytics Consultant Arpan Dey joining us in this episode, discover how Tableau enables users to turn complex datasets into clear, actionable insights. We’ll discuss key features, share innovative techniques for designing engaging dashboards, and hear Arpan’s ex…

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Season 1 - Episode 4 - Snowflake with Anto Raic, Lead Data Engineer 27:51

1y ago27:51

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In this episode, we dive deep into the best practices for leveraging Snowflake’s robust capabilities. Join me as I discuss all things Snowflake with Lead Data Engineer Anto Raic, including efficiency and cost, Snowpipes, tasks and Anto’s extensive personal experience with snowflake throughout his successful career. Whether you’re looking to streaml…

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Season 1 - Episode 3 - Azure with Joseph Yalla, BI & Analytics Manager 39:26

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Are you an Azure user? Or are you interested in learning more about the technologies that make it such a well-rounded data engineering solution? Then you don’t want to miss this episode of Raed’s Data Tech Talks as we go through a detailed chat on popular technologies such as ADF, Synapse and Azure Data Lake. Joining me is Joseph Yalla, a highly ex…

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Season 1 - Episode 2 - DBT with Mohamed Ali, Senior Data Engineer 29:57

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Data transformation has changed dramatically over the past few years with the introduction of modern data platforms. There has been a shift from traditional ETL to ELT, and DBT has been a tool that has been at the forefront of not only modern technology stacks but also in transforming the way we do Data transformation. No pun intended. In this epis…

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Season 1 - Episode 1 - Power BI with Gaurav Ghai, Senior Power BI Specialist 28:55

1+ y ago28:55

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Power BI is at the centre of many conversations when it comes to reporting and dashboarding in medium-to-large enterprises. Tune in to this insightful conversation with Gaurav Ghai, a seasoned BI professional, who has worked with some of Australia’s most well-known organisations. He has been pivotal in establishing Power BI best practices as well a…

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Komando In The Ring 35:31

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Coming from two generations of high ranking military leaders, Dimas grew up wanting nothing else than to become a soldier too. But it was only when Dimas moved to Hawaii in the late 1990s that he unexpectedly found a way to channel his patriotic side. In this episode, we follow a story of the first Indonesian to become a pro wrestler in the U.S. Do…

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The Tiger Cubs 25:32

4+ y ago25:32

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Election is a contest with a winner, but what if the only way to "win" is to make sure "nobody" wins? Since Indonesia began the process to hold election concurrently in 2015, there have been more and more cases of empty ballot/empty box, only a single candidate race. For some, the empty box is the expression of choice. In this episode, we follow th…

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The Making of a National Food Culture (Part 2) 29:44

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Though Indomie is one of Indonesian's most iconic brands, its true origin is largely misunderstood. As Indonesians began to accept wheat-based products as part of their daily diet, instant noodles manufacturers flourished--beginning with Supermi. But it was Soeharto's masterplan with establishing Bogasari, a flour milling facility, that paved the w…

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The Making of a National Food Culture (Part 1) 29:26

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How did instant noodles become a staple food for Indonesians? How did Indomie become Indonesia’s most iconic brand? Through the lens of two generations, we trace back the series of accidental events; from historic famine, a move for political and national stability, nepotism, geopolitics, the letters of desperation, to the legal battle over Indones…

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Season 4 of Indonesia In-depth is launching today! 2:07

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Our podcast feeds has been a bit quiet recently, but that's because we have been hard at work pitching, interviewing, editing and building stories. Indonesia In-depth has evolved into a seasonal podcast, fully committed to long-form narrative series. We hope you will enjoy it! | |Stay connected with us through our Instagram and Twitter: @Indepthcre…

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What's New from Indonesia In-depth? 3:06

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We’ve got some big news! We’ve been off the grid for a while but that’s for a good reason. Indonesia In-depth is evolving into a seasonal podcast and fully committed to long-form narrative series. Our debut will be released soon! In the meantime, stay connected with us through our Instagram and Twitter: @Indepthcreates or write to us at info@indept…

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Indonesia In-Studio E3: The Sound of 2020 10:07

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2020 is coming to an end, and to be honest, we can’t wait! Through musical instruments, sounds, and melodies, Tanita and Rizki paint a picture of what the team went through in this unprecedented year. In this episode of Indonesia In-Studio (and last episode of Indonesia In-depth in 2020!), we take you back to all the works, surprises, the highs and…

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Going Back to Indirect Elections? 40:06

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One of the major changes to Indonesia following the fall of Soeharto and Reformasi was decentralization and a shift to a direct ballot election system. The aim? To ensure that local legislatures were not simply a rubber stamp of Jakarta. In recent years though, we have seen a strong push to return to a similar system used under the New Order and ul…

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Indonesia In-Documentary - Where Do We Draw The Line? 43:20

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Between May - July 1945, members of the Investigative Committee for Preparatory Work for Independence (BPUPKI) deliberated on what territories should be included in a future Republic of Indonesia, if Japan granted independence. Should the new state stretch from Southern Thailand to Papua New Guinea? Should it extend only to the borders of the forme…

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Maritime As A Source Of Power? 14:18

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President Widodo promised to return Indonesia to a maritime power when he first took office in 2014. It was one of Widodo’s major platform policies and there was a lot talk about it in his presidential campaign that year and during the early part of his first term. Intrigued by history, we often wondered, if Widodo hoped to bring back this maritime…

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Indonesia In-Documentary: Anywhere But Home 31:58

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There are more and more Nigerians fleeing to Indonesia. Why is this the case? Though the local media may have portrayed them more as online scammers and drug dealers, the reality is most of them are just trying to find a better life outside Nigeria doing ordinary jobs. The situation in Nigeria has pushed many youths to emigrate, or attempted to emi…

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Trailer - Anywhere But Home 1:14

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To flee to a foreign country you barely know and not knowing the language can be scary. But for many Nigerians youths, like Lucas (not his real name), going anywhere but home is necessary. The situation in Nigeria has pushed many youths to emigrate, or attempted to emigrate. We venture along with Lucas in this journey to Indonesia. What followed hi…

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Local, Central, & the Blame Game 42:08

5+ y ago42:08

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Prior to the pandemic there was push by major parties, such as PDI-P, Golkar and Gerindra, to bring more power back to the central government. During the Covid-19 pandemic, we saw some local leaders taking the initiative with battling the virus while the central government moved slowly. How might these events impact the country’s trend towards a mo…

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Economic Challenges - with Economist Faisal Basri 43:25

5+ y ago43:25

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The Central Government has prevented provincial leaders, such as Jakarta governor Anies Baswedan, from implementing a lockdown, despite the fact that Jakarta is the country’s epicentre for the Covid-19 virus. The president says that a lockdown would cripple the country’s economy and lead to social unrest. Does the government have the capacity to su…

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What's In A Number? 49:11

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The Indonesian public has been fixated on the official number for Covid-19 cases and deaths during the pandemic. Indonesia’s numbers appear to be far lower than other countries given its 270 million people, but we wondered, how accurate is this number? Especially, when data has yet to be fully compiled at the regional and district levels and when t…

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How Do We Know Who to Believe for What Now? 40:05

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When we ask ourselves how people would even begin to conceive and believe in conspiracy theories and hoaxes during a critical time such as this pandemic, we find that it is so much more than just an issue of how we access and process information, as many would believe. Evidently, world leaders around the world are also engaging in wild narratives s…

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No Time for Maritime 48:15

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During his first term in office, President Widodo promised to return Indonesia to its maritime roots and establish the country as a maritime power. Some may wonder though, how did the world’s largest archipelagic state loose its maritime roots to begin with? Widodo is now into his second term and he appears to have abandoned his maritime vision. Wh…

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Indonesia In-Documentary: (Mis) Understood Silence 49:20

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When the international community condemned the arbitrary detention, mass surveillance, political indoctrination and restrictions on religious activity of the Muslim minority Uyghur ethnic group in 2019, most of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) members instead endorsed China’s treatment of Uyghurs in an official statement. The OIC state…

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Indonesia In-Ten E3: Indonesia's Shifting Political Landscape 7:10

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The drama over who will fill Jakarta's empty deputy governor seat is less about local politics and more about Gerindra's desire to rebuild its old relationship with PDIP at the national level. Nothing is permanent when it comes to relationships among political parties in Indonesia. As parties lack strong ideologies, most relationships are establish…

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Indonesia In-Ten E2: Jakarta's 2022 Election Canceled 6:00

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Anies Baswedan eyed the Jakarta governor's seat as a stepping stone to the presidential palace, but he will likely be politically "neutralized" before the next presidential election. Although Anies may have high name recognition, ambitions for the presidency will likely be difficult to fulfil as he will be prevented from running for reelection in 2…

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Indonesia In-Studio E2: A Piece of the Recording Puzzle 20:56

6y ago20:56

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From unknown gadgets to the vice president's table, what do some of our team members believe is the most important object/equipment when recording our podcast episodes? Apparently, it's not as obvious as you think! In this Indonesia In-Studio episode, Tanita and Veronica share their experiences in learning what object/equipment matters most when re…

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Out With The New, In With The Old 34:46

6y ago34:46

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Indonesia’s political liberties have progressed since the reformation era began in 1998. However, in recent years, civil liberties in the country appear to be eroding with laws and regulations that limit freedom of expression, freedom of the press and instances where the government has restricted access and even shut off access to the internet. Wha…

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Indonesia In-Ten: Megawati & Jokowi 6:51

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President Jokowi has been in office since 2014 and was just re-elected for a second term last October. He’s a member of the PDIP party, but is not as influential in the party as some might expect. In fact, most of his first term was spent convincing his own party on his policies and direction for the country. Will this be the case in his second ter…

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Indonesia In-Studio: Unexpected Interviews & A Newfound Interest 26:19

6y ago26:19

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Ever wonder what it takes to produce our episodes? There is an entire process that goes into each and every one and often times they are not as simple as record and publish! The process includes brainstorming, research, finding the guests, conducting the interview, crafting a story, collecting extra clips and editing all of that raw audio. All that…

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Floating Hospital & A Sinking Healthcare System 24:29

6y ago24:29

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Launched in 2014, Indonesia’s Healthcare and Social Security Agency, locally known as BPJS Health, administers universal health care to millions of Indonesians through a heavily subsidized scheme. Although policy makers have good intentions, it's running an approximately US$1.49 billion deficit causing some health providers to be on the brink of co…

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Compromises, Equalizers & Dynasties 1:05:01

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President Widodo set lofty goals when he took office in 2014 and many have yet to be achieved. Hoping to achieve them in his second term, Widodo’s newly-formed cabinet has raised serious questions as to whether those goals are attainable. The government coalition is super-sized and the make-up of cabinet is full of political accommodations and comp…

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Indonesia's 21-year Transition to Democracy 1:19:52

6y ago1:19:52

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This is a special live event edition of Indonesia In-depth. Indonesia began its transition to democracy in 1998 amid a simultaneous political, social and economic crisis. While the country has made tremendous progress with important economic and political reforms, Indonesia continues to remain in that democratic transition today. At this Indonesini…

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"This is not an insult, it's just a critique!" 30:13

6y ago30:13

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The Indonesian parliament has delayed passing the controversial new amendments to the criminal code, which dates back to the Dutch Colonial Era. Widodo backtracked his support at the last minute after public protests against the bill which is viewed as overcriminalization and draconian. One article in the bill that garnered attention is on the rein…

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The Future of Dining 39:12

6+ y ago39:12

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Technology has changed the way we consume our food and beverages, and consequently, the way business players run their businesses. The rapidly penetrating online food delivery services and the rise of virtual kitchens along with traffic jams and a busy lifestyle, have paved ways for less brick-and-mortars establishments. However, not all F&B busine…

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What It Takes To Rig An Election 55:13

6+ y ago55:13

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The 2019 election has ended but the discourse of “election fraud” in Indonesia remains foggy and tends to shun away from the statistical elements that makes up the election itself. The Constitutional Court rejected Prabowo’s challenge to the 2019 presidential election results when he complained of “structural, systematic and massive electoral fraud…

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A Receding Wave of Optimism in Myanmar 35:00

6+ y ago35:00

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On this “Special International Edition” of Indonesia In-depth - A wave of optimism flowed over Myanmar in 2010 when the military leadership began the slow process of opening up the country and implementing both economic and democratic reforms. At the same time, the government began new efforts to establish peace with more than a dozen armed ethnic …