In this episode, we sit down with Razak Baginda to discuss his journey on policy research, his role in shaping Malaysia’s strategic discourse, and the evolution of public intellectual debates. We also dive into the impact of Trump 1.0 and 2.0 on geopolitics, the changing media landscape, and the relevance of traditional diplomacy in today’s world. Don’t miss this insightful conversation!Timestamp: 00:00 - Highlight00:12 - Introduction to Abdul Razak Baginda 19:00 - current intellectual and public discourse landscape in Malaysia 49:50 - Impact of Trump 1.0 and Trump 2.0 on geopolitics