Asian Cinema Podcasts
Asian Cinema. Asian movies, films, shows, or whatever you want to call this form of delightful entertainment.
There are Podcasts on enjoyable Movies, their genres, the people involved, the cultural impact, and much more.
Whether it’s Asian Cinema, East Asian Cinema, Martial Arts Films, Hong Kong action cinema, Wuxia, classic Kung Fu film, Heroic bloodshed films, Shenmo, or one of the many other genres and types of Asian cinematic experiences.
Shaw Brothers, Golden Harvest, BoB, China Star.
Whatever it might be, Asian Cinema has a special place (or many little places) in our hearts.
Below is a selection of podcasts catering to this fun topic.
If Asian Cinema isn’t your thing, check out our selection of Asian American Podcasts, Martial Arts Podcasts, Chinese History Podcasts, or any of the genres of Podcasts we have listed.
If you know of a Podcast that would be fit in this listing, be sure to Contact Us and let us know!
Thanks, and Enjoy! 🙂Â
Asian Cinema Podcasts
Chasing Dramas
This one is interesting. A bit of a mix of Asian Cinema, specifically Chinese Drams, and Chinese History! From the creators:
Karen and Cathy explain cultural and historical references episode by episode in popular Chinese historical dramas. Currently discussing The Story of Ming Lan starring Zhao Li Ying and Feng Shao Feng. The podcast is in English with proper nouns and phrases spoken in Mandarin Chinese. Completed dramas/movies include: Empresses in the Palace, The Palace (2013 film), and Mulan (2020 Disney movie).
Kdrama Convos: A Mother Daughter Duo
Hi everyone! We’re Maii and Anica, and welcome to Kdrama Convos: A Mother Daughter Duo. We’re a Mom and daughter who love all things Kdrama. Here we’ll talk all about our favorite Asian shows and characters, the amazing actors and actresses, memorable moments, and the best songs. Every now and then we’ll explore the world of Cdramas and J-dramas. Come join the fun as we chat about the hottest actors and the world’s best dramas.
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Strong Asian Lead Podcast
Heroic Purgatory: An Asian Cinema Podcast
Never Jaded Podcast
Giving flowers to Asian creators. We talk Asian film, music, pop culture and more. Join us as we discuss the latest and greatest in Asian, Asian-American and other ethnic minority media.
Getting Past the Subtitles Podcast
Just like you, we love movies. But, you may not love Asian films as much as we do. We’re here to share our love (or hate) to everyone who’s not exposed to the gold mine of Asian cinema and culture, and if you’re already a fan, why turn us down, right?
We watch, review, and discuss films from a myriad of Asian countries in order to broaden you’re taste and ours. So take a risk, practice you’re reading skills (subtitles), and watch a new movie each week. Support this podcast:
Reel Asian Podcast
A show focused on Asian and Asian-American related films where each episode presents discussions from a variety of angles, both in the micro- & macro-views of Asian American culture and pop culture.
We analyze and unpack the what, how, and why these films are worth talking about.
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Kung Fu Drive-in Podcast
This podcast discusses kung fu and martial arts cinema past, present, and future!
We talk about the art of kung fu as depicted in vintage cinema and thoughout the years. But just remember…
Your kung fu may be good…
But MINE is BETTER!Â
Kung Fu Movie Guide (KFMG) Podcast
Welcome to the Kung Fu Movie Guide Podcast. Listen to exclusive, in-depth interviews with actors, stunt performers, directors, choreographers and writers discussing their careers and their passion for martial arts cinema. Hosted by Ben Johnson.
The Clones Cast - Bruceploitation Podcast
From the Far East, to the great West, the podcast that celebrates the red-headed stepchild of the Kung fu genre. Bruceploitation! Hosted my Michael Worth, and Matthew Whitaker.
Heroes Three · Adventures in Asian Cinema
Hosted bi-weekly by Matthew, Marty and Carlos – three heroes chronicling an exciting world of action.
Crouching Tiger Hidden Podcast
A Podcast dedicated to discussing Martial Arts cinema both older and contemporary.
Asian Cinema Fusion
This Podcast is no longer Live. However, there is still a collection of great content to be enjoyed.
Reviews of Asian Films
Podcast On Fire Network
The Podcast On Fire Network aims to provide a large, continually expanding overview of Asian cinema.
On the flagship show, Podcast On Fire (see below), the big guns out of Hong Kong cinema gets a spotlight through discussion and review while the remainder of the network shows gives you insight into Japanese, Korean, Taiwanese cinema and the history of adult oriented Hong Kong cinema!
Podcast on Fire Show
The flagship show of the Podcast On Fire Network covers classic Hong Kong cinema, everything from Bruce Lee to Jackie Chan, John Woo and Jet Li!
Featuring in depth discussions with an aura of fun, this is your primary stop in the podcast world for classic Hong Kong cinema!
Golden Ninja Podcast (Podcast on Fire Network)
This Podcast is no longer Live. However, there is still a collection of great content to be enjoyed.
Learn all about the golden ninja empire, Godfrey Ho, IFD Films & Arts Limited and Richard Harrison!
The Director’s Series (Podcast on Fire Network)
Featuring in-depth reviews and thoughts on classic and maybe not so classic directors that in their own way played an important part in shaping Hong Kong cinema.
Taiwan Noir (Podcast on Fire Network)
Taiwan Noir highlights the forgotten Taiwanese cinema of yesteryear.
What’s Korean Cinema? (Podcast on Fire Network)
What’s Korean Cinema?
This podcast asks the question. And although it possibly doesn’t answer it, it does gather a cast of experts for an in-depth look at defining works of Korean cinema… Even North!
Japan on Fire (Podcast on Fire Network)
East Screen West Screen
East Screen West Screen: Join hosts Paul Fox and Kevin Ma as the talk film from the Fragrant Harbor (Hong Kong).
Each show will focus on news and reviews from Hong Kong, Asia, and abroad.
With occasional guests, interviews, and more, it’s audio food for the Asian-film lover.
Asian Cinema Film Club
Elwood and Stephen attempt to provide an introduction to Asian cinema, with each episode focusing on a different film along with further recommendations.
The Asian Action Cast
Blade Licking Thieves
Join us as we lick our blades, banter and ramble on, and provide in-depth reviews of some of our favorite (and not so favorite) Anime, Kaiju, Martial Arts, Chanbara, and Asian films. More than just sword-wielders!
You can find out more about our show, all of our previous episodes, and our show notes on our website.
Asian Oscar Bait
This Podcast is no longer Live. However, there is still a collection of great content to be enjoyed.
Telling true stories of Asians throughout history – and pitching them to Hollywood.
The Asia-Hollywood Greenlight
The Asia-Hollywood Greenlight is a podcast about creating and distributing content for both Hollywood and Asia. I interview film and TV professionals who share their insight which will guide you on how to get your own projects green lit. The Asia-Hollywood Greenlight aims to promote collaboration between the East and West.