Danny Jones Podcast #314 - Chinese Defector: 1 Billion People Have Gone Missing in China | Lei's Real Talk
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Jul 7, 2025 A Chinese finance expert shares startling insights about population discrepancies, claiming that one billion people may be unaccounted for in China. The discussion dives into Xi Jinping's waning power and the legitimacy of the Communist Party. Tensions surrounding Taiwan's geopolitical significance are also addressed, highlighting the implications of technology and surveillance. Personal anecdotes reveal the challenges of emigration and adapting to Western culture, while concerns about state control and discrimination faced by Chinese Americans shed light on the complexities of identity in today's world.
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Xi Jinping Losing Grip
- Xi Jinping is rapidly losing power and may already be just a figurehead.
- Key military leaders loyal to him have been removed or disappeared, signaling a power shift.
China’s Questionable Population Data
- China's official population data is heavily manipulated with many fake IDs.
- Many children’s vaccination numbers do not align with reported school-age population.
Spy Nanny Suspicion
- Lei suspected her nanny was a Chinese spy based on suspicious behavior like probing neighbors.
- The nanny exhibited unusual secrecy and hostility when asked about her real name.