PODCASTS

Covering politics, technology, crime, food, culture and sport across China, Hong Kong and wider Asia as well as audio long reads of our best magazine features

Inside China

Want to learn more about China first-hand, from reporters on the ground? In every episode, we take a deep-dive into a specific topic, mixing independent reporting and exclusive interviews to bring you unique insights into an emerging potential superpower. Now, we’re featuring regular updates on the coronavirus pandemic from across the country. Brought to you by the South China Morning Post.

How China’s middle-class belt-tightening will impact the world
2 Jul
About Asia

Let’s talk… About Asia by looking deep into the stories unfolding on the world’s most populous continent. Each episode showcases the reportage of SCMP’s journalists across Asia and in-depth interviews with experts, putting context and analysis to current affairs.

‘Anti-woke’ movement recruits teen boys across Asia
22 Jul
Eat Drink Asia

Eat Drink Asia is an award-winning podcast by the South China Morning Post that deep dives into the forgotten history of some of Asia's most popular dishes that have gone global. Discover the human story behind some of Asia's most loved foods, drinks and condiments with SCMP journalists, as they speak with chefs, restaurateurs and food experts from across the region.

The complex flavours of the ‘happiest country’ on Earth
5 Nov
Hong Kong Racing Weekly

Stay ahead of the game with the Hong Kong Racing Weekly podcast, brought to you by the South China Morning Post. Whether you're after news, expert views or tips, join the Post's racing team as they take a deep dive into the 2024-25 season.

HKIR preview: It's Bubble time
6 Dec
Post Books Podcast

SCMP presents Charmaine Chan in conversation with authors from around the world, talking about their books, their craft and what inspires them to write. Charmaine is the South China Morning Post’s Literary Editor and an award-winning journalist. Each episode of the Post Books Podcast is accompanied by related articles in SCMP's Post Magazine.

Christie Tate, author of 'Group', talks about therapy, writing and life changes
12 Oct
Behind the Story

In-depth discussions with SCMP journalists and editors about how they are covering the world’s biggest news, and what’s happening behind the scenes.

A Hong Kong exorcist and the Festival of Hungry Ghosts
30 Aug
Inside China Tech

Inside China Tech is brought to you by the South China Morning Post's on-the-ground reporters who explore China's ever-evolving tech scene, bringing essential tech background, trends, and analysis from China straight to listeners. 

Post-Covid-19 world: are online services set to take over?
3 Jun
Asia Briefing

Each month a team of reporters and editors take an in-depth look at a country or region in Asia. Joining them, our correspondents provide on-the-ground context to major developments and ongoing issues.

Elections in Thailand and Indonesia, and the resurgence of measles in Southeast Asia
9 Apr
The Adventure Trail

Whether you run, jump, cycle, swim or climb, listen in each fortnight as your hosts Mark Agnew and Mary Hui chat with key figures in trail running and adventure sports about the big issues they are facing.

Ultramarathon history: the Hong Kong Four Trails and Hyun Chang Chung's journey
28 May
Morning Studio

Morning Studio podcasts are brought to you by the South China Morning Post's commercial content team. In partnership with global brands, we aim to bring you engaging storytelling, featuring influential voices that are making a mark on the future of Asia.

How to leverage real-time data to grow your business
12 Jun
Snack for the Soul

What better way to amplify the voices of our city's youth than a podcast featuring Hong Kong students? From personal reflections to opinions on the metaverse, this bite-sized podcast will feature a different student every episode, tackling one topic at a time. With Snack for the Soul, give your eyes a break from the screens for a few minutes, and tune in to hear the stories, reflections and opinions of our hosts.

How two Hong Kong students are spreading the word about paper waste
24 Feb