The Bridge to China

How to get a business into China

31 Mar 2026

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We interview CEO, David J. Carlson, whose job is connecting clients in the West with those in Asia. He discussed how to get a business into China, geo...

Why China is oil-shock proof

30 Mar 2026

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This episode outlines China's five core reasons for the rapid pace of expanding green tech. Yes, the environment plays a role, but so too does freedom...

What is the future of China-US relations?

24 Mar 2026

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Trump’s visit to Beijing has been postponed — with no new date set yet. But when it does happen, China welcomes respectful cooperation. We sit dow...

An American in China for 25 Years

23 Mar 2026

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We interview Mario Cavolo, and American living in China. We discuss returns to the USA, the future of US-China business ties, and the possibility of a...

Big pharma and weight loss

19 Mar 2026

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Is there a magic cure for losing weight? And if there was would you take it? We discuss the trends in weight loss drugs in the USA and China. Is it sa...

What’s Next for China?

18 Mar 2026

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We are joined by Dr. Yan Liang, Professor of Economics at Willamette University. She explains how China’s economy really works, and where it’s hea...

Inside China's government

10 Mar 2026

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We interview Carlos Martinez, author of “The East is Still Red.” He discusses China's democratic system, US-China relations, and how you can help ...

How Chinese people direct their government

03 Mar 2026

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We interview journalist Ben Norton. We discuss democracy, the truth about China, and the future of its economy. How do the people of China direct thei...

China has left the US behind in science

03 Mar 2026

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According to a new poll by Pew research a majority of US citizens think it is important that the U.S. is a world leader in science, but there are grow...

China's democracy explained

24 Feb 2026

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We are joined by Dr. Josef Mahoney, Professor of Politics and International Relations at East China Normal University. He explains China's political s...

Your future starts here: studying in China

22 Feb 2026

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Applying to a university can be complex. From scholarships to accommodations, this is far more involved when one transitions to another country. For y...

The end of poverty

17 Feb 2026

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We are joined by Dr. Josef Mahoney, Professor of Politics and International Relations at East China Normal University. He explains China's political s...

How you can celebrate Chinese New Year

15 Feb 2026

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Chinese New Year is the biggest holiday in China, and lunar new year the biggest in Asia. Furthermore, The CMG New Year's Gala is the most watched TV ...

Chinese New Year: a local perspective

10 Feb 2026

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We interview Kenny Wow, a popular creator on Rednote or Xiaohongshu with thousands of American followers. His witty storytelling about life in a Chine...

Can cinema survive?

09 Feb 2026

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According to Statista and “The Numbers” ticket sales for cinemas in north America are about half what they were in 2019. Can movie going make a co...

The US has an AI bottleneck

05 Feb 2026

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The Wall Street Journal said that “Power-grid operators are asking tech companies to supply their own electricity or go dark at times.” Can China ...

How to understand China-US relations in 2026?

04 Feb 2026

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We interview Carl Zha on his childhood in China, his time in the USA, and why he thinks all Americans should visit China. Is the US turning to the Ame...

The jobs of the future

29 Jan 2026

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Information systems managers, nurses, and programmers, while growing few jobs are more likely to pay a lot more soon. What kinds of jobs are young Chi...

China, Industry 4.0, and the future

27 Jan 2026

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We interview an influencer in China on his journey to the East. Orikron tells us about Industry 4.0, what Europe can learn from China’s model, and h...

An Emmy Award winning animator on working with China

20 Jan 2026

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We interview 12-time Emmy Award winning producer, director, writer Josh Selig. He explains how art and children can build stronger bridges between the...

The multicultural classroom: experiencing a university of 56 ethnicities

13 Jan 2026

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We interview an American professor in China who teaches at a minority-based University in Beijing. He discusses his 18 years in China, befriending Chi...

A third of Americans can't afford a vacation?

11 Jan 2026

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According to Statista Consumer Insights, three of ten Americans can't afford to go on a vacation. The reality is that many of these same people have n...

An American immigrant in China

06 Jan 2026

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We interview an American who moved to China for the American dream. He explains what China is really like, and why he has no plans to move back. Wait ...

Health-Care nightmare USA

04 Jan 2026

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Two thirds of Americans think the government is responsible for providing health care for everyone. And just 7% think the government should not help t...

The future of China's economy

30 Dec 2025

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How does China keep defying Western guesswork? We sit down with economist Dr. Warwick Powell who gives context to China's fundamentals, its future, an...

2025: the good, the bad, and humanoid robots

29 Dec 2025

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It's the end of the year; we've got the year end wrap. From words of the year, to innovations from China and the USA, to the events that shaped 2025, ...

A very tariff Christmas

24 Dec 2025

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US consumers pay for decorations, and tariffs at Christmas. But gifts aren’t sources at the North Pole; they are imported from Yiwu, China. Are Chin...

China changes everything

23 Dec 2025

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Author Kyle Ferrana joins us to discuss what the world can learn from China. From aquafarms to solar power and high-speed rail, China is a model of th...

A new era of global governance

16 Dec 2025

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How is the Global South transforming the world? Analyst, Zoon Ahmed Khan joins us. We ask her about how the international system is experiencing a par...

The global governance initiative

09 Dec 2025

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Journalist SL Kanthan explains how the Global Governance Initiative give all nations a respected voice in writing the rules. And, why it’s in the in...

What can China teach us about aging well?

07 Dec 2025

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Americans under 65 are most worried about their mental and physical health as they approach their elder years, followed by finances. How can we age we...

China's peaceful rise is a model

02 Dec 2025

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Independent journalist Danny Haiphong explains why DC is using small countries near China to provoke Asia into a regional conflict. We discuss how Chi...

Why is there hunger in the age of abundance?

30 Nov 2025

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According to Pew Research Center, 41 million US citizens are on SNAP, otherwise known as ‘food stamps'. How is it that one in eight people, in one o...

What does the US really want from China?

26 Nov 2025

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Journalist Ben Norton joins the show. He explains China's economy, and how Beijing beat D.C. at its own game. And does China want to rule the world? L...

The first G20 in Africa

21 Nov 2025

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The G20 Summit is about to be held in Johannesburg, from November 22-23, 2025. Given the importance of these economies, what can the world expect in t...

How China's democracy works

18 Nov 2025

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Activist and researcher, Pawel Wargan joins The Bridge to China. He explains the details of how China's democratic processes actually work. You need t...

How fast is China changing?

11 Nov 2025

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We interview social media influencer Daniel Dumbrill about his recent visit to the tallest bridge in the world. We ask him, why can't the west build l...

Americans sour on the economy

09 Nov 2025

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What do Tibetans in China have to say?

04 Nov 2025

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Andy Boreham is a journalist, author and documentary film maker in Shanghai. His latest documentary series “Seven Days in Xizang” is shaking thing...

Are we losing our basic survival skills?

02 Nov 2025

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According to a new Pew Research Center study, there is a near-universal confidence among U.S. adults in their ability to perform basic wound care (94%...

The US trade war against the world

28 Oct 2025

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Can rare earth minerals bring the US to its senses? And what does China want in order to strike a deal? We ask Economist Warwick Powell. Hosted on Aca...

An American Vlogger in China

27 Oct 2025

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According to Pew Research, 54% of US adults get news from podcasts, at least some of the time. 1 in 5 Americans now get their news on TikTok. How have...

How Chinese migrants unified the USA?

21 Oct 2025

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Historian and professor, at Stanford University, Dr. Gordon H. Zhang explains the participation of Chinese immigrants in the building of modern Americ...

How China’s view of career is transforming?

20 Oct 2025

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More than twice as many Chinese respondents said “advancing my career” was among the top three aspects of life as did Americans. In China, does a ...

Can America survive its own tariff war?

14 Oct 2025

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Today's guest is Dr. Liang Yan, Professor of Economics at Willamette University, U.S.. She discusses China's economy, US tariffs, and the future of Si...

How impoliteness is different in America and China?

14 Oct 2025

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According to Pew Research “About a third of Americans (34%) say they almost always or often see people behaving rudely when they’re out in public....

Keeping pace with 'China Speed'

07 Oct 2025

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CEO and analyst Cyrus Janssen joins us to discuss his recent return to China. We discuss how fast China changes. Cyrus lays out his vision for how the...

How tourism can save the US economy?

05 Oct 2025

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According to a new survey by Booking.com 67% of Chinese folks plan to spend much more, or some more time travelling, whereas 45% of Americans plan to,...

Futurism, technology and the rise of China

30 Sep 2025

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We Interview influencer and technology analyst Orikron on the rise of China. Orikron has just lived in China for one month, but amazingly he can speak...

How China came to dominate E-Commerce?

29 Sep 2025

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According to new research, Chinese companies take all three top spots in online third-party sales, crushing eBay, and other competitors. How do sales ...

How China dominates in global car sales

25 Sep 2025

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According to International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers, China produced 31.3 million cars in 2024 vs the US’ 10.6 million. With compa...

The future of the factory

24 Sep 2025

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Dr. Jostein Hauge of the University of Cambridge discusses his book, the future of the factory, China and the developing world. Just how can industry ...

Do couples in China have the same arguments?

18 Sep 2025

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A new article 'Top Reasons American Couples Argue' puts tone of voice and money at the top of the list of why US couples argue. We look at China and s...

Crossing Xinjiang by bicycle

16 Sep 2025

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Today's guest is Jerry Grey, an Australian freelancer who has lived in China for more than two decades and cycled five times to China's Xinjiang Uygur...

How to avoid the latest scams?

15 Sep 2025

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Online scams are destroying lives. According to Pew Research 73% of Americans have been scammed online with most saying they get a scam call at least ...

Real life in Xinjiang

09 Sep 2025

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British Influencer LivinlavidaLuke, Luke Johnston, is getting his doctorate in China. For months, he has lived in Xinjiang, China. During his leisure ...

America's number one problem is Still inflation!

08 Sep 2025

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For four years in a row Americans rate the country's biggest issue as inflation! Jason and Alex Shi discuss how China has been shielded from the storm...

Uncovering the truth about Xinjiang

02 Sep 2025

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Today's guest is Fernando Munoz Bernal, a journalist from Columbia. He toured in Xinjiang by RV, spending months exploring the region. We ask him to t...

The cost of moving out of Mom's house in 2025

01 Sep 2025

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What does the cost of living look like in China vs the USA? When do people leave the nest and how many own their own homes? Jason asks Alex Shi in Bei...

What's living in China really like?

27 Aug 2025

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We invite British influencer James Wood onto the Bridge. What shocked James about moving to China, and why he plans to stay, forever…find out more o...

How to filter out the lies about China?

19 Aug 2025

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We invite noted Hong Kong based journalist and writer Nury Vittachi onto the show. He explains how western media became so deviant, and how to find ou...

Remembering a ‘Flying Tiger’

12 Aug 2025

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We ask the son of a US intelligence officer about his time in China during World War II. Peter MacInnis is the son of a 'Flying Tiger' whose job it wa...

The expats who stayed: foreigners in China during WWII

29 Jul 2025

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We interview Michael Crook, son of Isabel Crook, both foreign friends, born in China. Michael regales us with stories of the foreigners who stayed in ...

America's love affair with gas

28 Jul 2025

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Beibei and Jason discuss the US oil addiction and new ways forward to a green future. And how is Chinese technology transforming tomorrow's world in 2...

The future of social-media explained

24 Jul 2025

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While News-Influencers are getting onto Truth-Social and Bluesky, no one else is. Why social media giants may be settling their spaces, and how China ...

What should the US do instead?

22 Jul 2025

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Today's guest, analyst John Pang explains why the world will not decouple from China, and how China is developing its partners. We ask him what the US...

Why world perceptions of the USA are in decline?

20 Jul 2025

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Jason and Alex Shi discuss the fall of the US image abroad based on the recent Pew Research findings. How did the US go from the shining example to a ...

Multipolarity: India, China, and the USA

08 Jul 2025

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Journalist SL Kanthan visits Xizang to explore modern Tibetan life. We ask him about the multipolar world, the future of Sino-Indian relations, and ho...

Sino-US cooperation key to US economic growth

24 Jun 2025

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Today's guest, Kyle Chan, is a Sociologist at Princeton University. We talk about seeing the larger relationship beyond the trade war to the multiple ...

Should we fear AI?

24 Jun 2025

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According to Zhang Hongjiang, founder of Beijing Academy of Artificial Intelligence: ‘AI systems should never be able to deceive humans.’ But are ...

Lessons from China's ascent

18 Jun 2025

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We interview author Carlos Martinez about China's economic system. He explains how China’s unique path to modernity can inspire the world. Hosted on...

Minority rights: China vs the USA

16 Jun 2025

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While minorities are being extradited without trials in the US, China relishes and celebrates its minority groups. What can the US learn from China's ...

The cost of living: China vs the USA

10 Jun 2025

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Today we delve into the finances of the average American. When polled, 25% of Americans say they “Cannot pay some of their bills.” How bad is it a...

Can Crypto Save the US Economy?

03 Jun 2025

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Economist Ben Norton joins us. We ask him about the state of the US economy. Whose foreign aid is helping the Global South? And, can crypto save the U...

How the US lost its own trade war?

03 Jun 2025

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Despite the US-led trade war affecting the world, Americans' negative views of China remain surprisingly subdued. We examine how the US public perceiv...

China: realities vs expectations

27 May 2025

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We interview a Chinese influencer on the realities of life in China. Kenny Wow, who lives in a 5th tier city, makes content about real life in China. ...

Forget what you think you know about China

20 May 2025

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Today's guest is the host of Life in China with Patrick Freeman. Patrick actively seeks out folks with bad takes on China and tries to explain what Ch...

How the US began believing its own disinformation

13 May 2025

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Host of Silk and Steel Podcast, geopolitical commentator Carl Zha joins the show. He explains how the US has been drinking its own propaganda about Ch...

Megan Russell: China is not our enemy

06 May 2025

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Today we speak with Megan Russell, “China is Not Our Enemy Campaign" coordinator. We ask Megan how we can get the Sino-US relationship back on track...

Is panic shopping returning amidst the trade war?

27 Apr 2025

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Mass protests are erupting across the US against the current administration. 1,400 individual protests have rocked the USA recently. Recently, the US ...

Why the West misreads China's economy?

22 Apr 2025

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Today we take a dive into why the west doesn’t understand China’s economy, and some of what they are missing, with special guest, Dr. Warwick Powe...

How life-milestones are changing in the USA and China?

20 Apr 2025

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According to Pew Research, Americans want to get married in their late twenties and buy a home in their early thirties. Is that still achievable now? ...

China's view of the US trade crisis

15 Apr 2025

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Today’s guest is CEO and geopolitical analyst Arnaud Betrand. We discuss the US economic meltdown. How will China and the world deal with the fallou...

Global investors sweeten to China, but why?

13 Apr 2025

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Bank of America has said that the China will outperform this year, predicting that the previously "unloved" tech stocks will gain ground on sagging US...

Why the US is losing its own trade war…

10 Apr 2025

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Economist, Dr. Doug Guthrie joins us to discuss the ongoing trade war. Is it good for the US? Who's losing? And what are the next steps? Hosted on Aca...

Working class America unfiltered

08 Apr 2025

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Today’s guest is James Fauntleroy. We discuss homelessness and the squeeze on the American worker. Is there a better way forward for America? Hosted...

It's tax time in China too…

06 Apr 2025

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Tuesday, April 15th 2025 is the last day to file federal taxes without an extension. You may not know, it's also tax season in China. Taxes in China m...

China's rise and the new world

01 Apr 2025

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Today’s guest is SL Kanthan, a geopolitical analyst, columnist, writer, and podcaster. We discuss the rise of China and whether radical moves in DC ...

From China to the USA: friendship saves lives

31 Mar 2025

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Evidence demonstrates that both social isolation and loneliness are linked to morbidity and mortality. Social isolation in China and the USA is a seri...

Life as an expat student in China

25 Mar 2025

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Today we take a look at university life in China with, Shanghai based journalist Andy Boreham. He explains what university life in China is really lik...

What’s Trump’s China Strategy?

18 Mar 2025

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US based CEO, Cyrus Janssen joins us to discuss China, the USA and the future of diplomacy under Trump. Is this the end or a new beginning? Did Beijin...

Dating in the age of AI

16 Mar 2025

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We explore how Chinese dating culture is very different from that in the west. Join BeiBei and Jason Smith, and explore the landscape of partner shopp...

Debunking anti-China propaganda

11 Mar 2025

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Canadian podcaster and geopolitical analyst Daniel Dumbrill joins the show. He's been living in Chongqing, Southwest China for years. We take our time...

Eco-systems in deline: can we survive?

09 Mar 2025

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According to new research biodiversity has lost 85% of global wetlands, 50% of live coral, and 32% of global forest area. Can we save the earth before...

China's democracy: hidden in plain sight?

04 Mar 2025

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Outside of China, folks simply don’t understand China’s political system. Today we demystify the whole-process. Today’s guest is Fernando Munoz ...

How bad is economic inequality?

04 Mar 2025

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According to new research by Pew Research Centre, 86% of respondents thought, that “rich people having too much political influence leads to inequal...

Wait! China has a congress?

25 Feb 2025

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If you read western media it looks like China’s government is a one man show. Not so. Today’s guest, analyst Danny Haiphong helps us explore China...

Who leads the world in technology?

18 Feb 2025

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DeepSeek's release is a wake-up call for US investors who are now looking East. We ask China-tech influencer Lee Barrett just how far ahead China real...

News from the People or from Corporations?

17 Feb 2025

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Has social media replaced main stream media? According to a Pew Research Study 52% of US TikTok users ‘regularly get news on TikTok.’ Are we reall...

A British expat exploring Xinjiang in China

11 Feb 2025

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Luke Johnston is also getting a PhD in the use of AI for colorectal cancer detection. And he speaks Uygur as well.We ask him about his travels in Chin...