In 2015 and 2019 massive forest fires in Indonesia shrouded its neighbours in smoke. In this week’s episode of Talking Indonesia, Dr Jemma Purdey chats to Sofyan Ansori, whose research is focused on the Indigenous Dayak in Central Kalimantan and their relationships with fire in a changing environment.

What does the future look like for Indonesian literature in translation? In Talking Indonesia this week, Dr Jemma Purdey chats to award-winning translator of Indonesian fiction Tiffany Tsao.

Indonesia's planned new capital, Nusantara, has set high standards of design and sustainability. Will it be able to deliver on its promises? Dr Jemma Purdey chats to Associate Professor Eka Permanasari in Talking Indonesia.

Why has President Joko Widodo suddenly acknowledged past violations of human rights? Dr Jemma Purdey speaks to Dr Sri Lestari Wahyuningroem in the latest episode of Talking Indonesia.

How did Indonesia's much-needed new Criminal Code end up being so damaging to rights? Is there still time to change it, or is there no turning back? Dr Jemma Purdey chats to Bivitri Susanti in the final episode of Talking Indonesia for 2022.

Could the Kanjuruhan tragedy spark lasting structural change in the Indonesian police? Dr Jemma Purdey speaks to Dr Jacqui Baker in the latest episode of Talking Indonesia.

What is happening at the grassroots in Indonesia in response to the environmental emergencies that communities face every day? Dr Jemma Purdey chats to Ewa Wojkowska and Gede Robi in the latest episode of Talking Indonesia.

Why was prominent Indonesian art collective Taring Padi accused of antisemitism at a major international exhibition? Dr Jemma Purdey chats to Dr Wulan Dirgantoro and Dr Elly Kent in Talking Indonesia.