

China Tried to Make Fake Rain - Created a Disaster - Episode #228
Sep 6, 2024
Xiaban Hou, a cloud seeding expert, shares insights into the controversial practice that China has implemented, revealing its unintended chaos and public backlash during a recent operation in Chongqing. The conversation highlights the intersections of technology and nature, as humor meets serious commentary on manipulation of weather patterns. They also reflect on construction quality issues affecting China’s global image, and the cultural quirks surrounding licensing plates, showcasing the blend of absurdity and significance in Chinese society.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Building Blunders and Cultural Reflections
01:41 • 17min
Luoyang and the Layers of Modernity
18:32 • 7min
Chongqing, Slopaganda, and Culinary Collaborations
25:59 • 3min
Cloud Seeding Chaos in Chongqing
29:26 • 12min
License Plate Culture in China
41:24 • 7min
Nutritional Convenience and Chongqing's Reality
48:32 • 2min
Art, Censorship, and Political Intrigue in China
50:52 • 13min
Struggles and Scandals: The State of Chinese Soccer and Society
01:04:18 • 7min
Cultural Quirks and Humorous Remedies
01:11:21 • 4min
Humor and Banter: A Dive into Cultural Oddities
01:14:55 • 2min
Ethics and Independence in Alternative Media
01:17:02 • 2min
Cultural Nuances in Globalization
01:18:37 • 3min
Humor and Culture: A Playful Exchange
01:22:00 • 13min