ChinaTalk China's Booming Podcast Ecosystem
Apr 27, 2021
Join Enzo Chen, author and expert on the Chinese podcasting scene, and Caiwei Chen, a Beijing-based reporter and host, as they explore the rapid evolution of podcasts in China and Taiwan. They discuss the unique characteristics of leading podcast apps and the diverse demographics of listeners. The conversation dives into the impact of censorship on creativity and highlights standout shows, both lighthearted and serious, demonstrating the cultural richness and variety in content available. The duo also compares the freedom of expression in Taiwanese podcasts with their Chinese counterparts.
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Xiao Yuzhou Innovation
- Xiao Yuzhou revolutionized podcast discovery with its unique features.
- Features include timestamped comments, popularity graphs, and personalized feeds.
ChinaTalk Censorship
- Jordan Harbinger's ChinaTalk podcast was initially available on Xiao Yuzhou.
- It was later removed, likely due to an episode discussing Xinjiang.
MeToo Podcast Censorship
- Caiwei Chen recounts the censorship of a MeToo podcast selection on Xiao Yuzhou.
- The platform promoted feminist podcasts, which were subsequently removed, highlighting increased content moderation.