Pacific Story

Ep 48

In this episode of Pacific Story, the narrative unfolds in November 1931, shortly after the Japanese invasion of Manchuria. The kidnapping of Henry Puyi, the last Manchu emperor, by Colonel Doihara sets off a chain of events that highlights the precarious situation in the region.…

Ep 49

In Chongqing War Capitol of China C, the episode explores the daily lives of the Chinese citizens in Chongqing, the wartime capital of China, as they face the ongoing threat of Japanese bombings. Despite the destruction of their city, with four-fifths in ruins, the people maintai…

Ep 50

In this episode of Pacific Story, the narrative focuses on the Ainu people, who have been marginalized and oppressed by the Japanese for centuries. Once a proud and fierce race, the Ainu now live in squalor on Hokkaido, struggling to maintain their traditions and way of life amid…

Ep 51

In The Chinese Puppet Government, listeners are introduced to Wang Qingwei, a figurehead of the puppet government established by Japan in occupied China. As a former revolutionary, Wang's ambitions and charm contrast sharply with the disdain he faces from both nationalists and co…

Ep 52

In Japan's Advance Base: The Bonin Islands, the story unfolds against the backdrop of World War II, highlighting the importance of the Bonin Islands as Japan's advanced base. As Captain Hunnicana prepares to leave, he learns that no foreign ships will be allowed to dock there aga…

Ep 53

In The Overseas Chinese, part of Pacific Story, the narrative delves into the fraught relationships between the Chinese immigrants and the local Malayans in Malaya just before the outbreak of World War II. Japanese propagandists exploit existing tensions, portraying the Chinese a…

Ep 54

In Will Java Be Free?, Masaji Waheedan finds himself imprisoned by the Japanese during World War II, accused of harboring dangerous thoughts about Indonesian independence. As he recounts his life and the history of his people, he reveals the deep-rooted desire for autonomy that h…

Ep 55

In The Chinese Communists, the tension mounts as Major Chen leads a group of guerrilla fighters on a perilous night march through rain-soaked terrain, aiming to strike a Japanese garrison. The men face numerous challenges, including night blindness and injuries, but their resolve…

Ep 56

In this episode of Pacific Story, the narrative centers on the Japanese Navy's strategic operations during the early 1900s, particularly highlighting Admiral Togo's efforts to intercept the Russian fleet. As the Japanese forces prepare for battle, the episode delves into the pers…

Ep 57

In this episode of Pacific Story, the Amur River is portrayed as a crucial geographical and strategic asset in the Pacific theater of World War II. The narrative delves into the historical context of the river, emphasizing its importance to both Russia and China, and the conflict…

Ep 58

In Sinkiang: China's Wild West, listeners are taken on a journey through the tumultuous history and cultural diversity of Sinkiang, a region at the crossroads of Central Asia. The episode delves into the various peoples inhabiting this land, including the Kyrgyz, Tatars, Mongols,…

Ep 60

In Vladivostok: Mistress of the Far East, the narrative unfolds against the backdrop of World War II, focusing on the strategic military significance of Vladivostok. Characters engage in a conversation about the implications of a Japanese consulate's presence in the city, highlig…

Ep 61

In Bhosa The Indian Quisling, the narrative centers on Subhas Chandra Bose, a young Indian intellectual who becomes embroiled in the complexities of colonialism and nationalism. Expelled from Calcutta University for his involvement in a student strike, Bose's resentment towards B…

Ep 62

In The South Manchuria Railway, the narrative delves into Japan's strategic interests in Manchuria during a time of escalating conflict. Yosuka Matsuoka, Japan's chief delegate to the League of Nations, passionately defends Japan's claims to Manchuria, asserting that the region r…

Ep 63

In China's New Life Movement, the episode explores the cultural and social shifts occurring in China as the New Life Movement takes root among the populace. Amidst the turmoil of war, the movement symbolizes a new spirit among the people, encouraging them to engage with their gov…