

The secret life of Chinese social media apps
Nov 1, 2023
James Clayton, North America Tech Reporter, explains why WeChat is considered riskier than TikTok. Kerry Allen, China Media Analyst, discusses the tightly controlled nature of social media in China and the secret emoji code to avoid censorship. James Reynolds, a BBC correspondent, paints a picture of what Gaza was like before the recent escalation with Israel.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Functions, Usage, Backlash, and Censorship of Chinese Social Media Apps
01:33 • 5min
Creative Ways of Resistance on Chinese Social Media
06:31 • 4min
Exploring Gaza: A Virtual Map and Insights from a BBC Correspondent
10:46 • 2min
A Journey through Gaza
12:27 • 3min