

08/31/2025: China Spies, St. Mary’s, Sounds of Cajun Country
14 snips Sep 1, 2025
Chinese hackers are infiltrating U.S. systems while old-school spying continues under Beijing's regime. Young mathematicians from St. Mary’s Academy have tackled an ancient puzzle, showcasing the power of education for African American girls. Cajun and zydeco music in Louisiana is enjoying a revival, celebrating cultural heritage and community resilience. This blend of espionage, empowerment, and vibrant traditions paints a picture of contemporary challenges and triumphs.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
China's Dual Spy Strategy
- China uses both cyber operations and expansive human intelligence to target the U.S. and expatriate communities.
- The Ministry of State Security has grown assertive under Xi Jinping and views foreign dissidents as primary targets.
Overseas Policing To Silence Dissidents
- Beijing operates overseas police outposts to surveil and harass dissidents, breaching host-country sovereignty.
- U.S. prosecutions followed after a hidden Manhattan outpost was discovered and shut down.
Trusted Activist Turned Informant
- Xu Jun Wang joined New York's pro-democracy scene while secretly reporting to China's MSS for nearly 20 years.
- He met handlers, accepted help, and later welcomed an undercover FBI agent who posed as an MSS operative.