Richard Haydarian
Political scientist and the author of The Rise of Duterte, a populist revolt against elite democracy.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 30min
The Philippines becomes the first country to declare a state of emergency over the global energy crisis
Gorana Gergic, Monocle security correspondent in Zurich, offers diplomatic and regional security analysis. Richard Haydarian, academic and Inquirer columnist, explains the Philippines' fuel shortages and energy reserves. They discuss protests over diesel scarcity, policy failures and geopolitical spillovers from the Middle East. Brief segments also cover Iran negotiations and global headlines.
Jul 12, 2025 • 34min
Dynastic democracies
In this engaging discussion, Sophie Lemire, a political anthropologist at the College de France, Richard Javad Haydarian, a political scientist and author, and Peter Limja Owenrat, former leader of Thailand's Move Forward Party, dive deep into the world of political dynasties in Southeast Asia. They explore the rivalry of the Marcos and Duterte families in the Philippines and the emotional nostalgia tied to the Marcos era. The conversation also highlights the potential rise of a new political force among disenchanted youth and the challenges faced by emerging leaders in Thai politics.
