ChinaTalk ChinaTalk 2023 in Perspective
Dec 20, 2023
Ryan Hauser, Editor of ChinaTalk, reflects on his first year of full-time podcasting. He discusses the challenges of content creation amid evolving audience preferences, particularly in the context of U.S.-China relations. Listeners get insights into the podcast's most popular episodes and the contrasting narratives of Taiwanese and mainland Chinese television, including a serious political drama and a lighthearted reality show. Hauser also touches on the impact of literature on personal expression and wraps up with a tribute to cultural connection through music.
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Balancing Content Formats
- Consider reducing rapid-reaction episodes in favor of deeper dives.
- Seek audience feedback on the preferred content format.
Long-Form Content's Value
- Long-form content creation, like Substack, defies the trend of shortening attention spans.
- It prioritizes in-depth analysis over quick, viral content, prioritizing rigor over reach.
Missing China
- Jordan Schneider misses the people and unique energy of China most.
- He laments the decline of American students studying in China.