Kerry Allen

Kerry Allen, a China media analyst, and Stephen McDonnell, a reporter from Beijing, join Vitaly Shevchenko, Russia editor at BBC Monitoring, to discuss China’s fierce vow to confront U.S. tariffs. They unpack the brewing trade tensions and analyze shifting consumer sentiments in China. The trio also touches on Iran's nuclear negotiations and hears from Ukrainians enduring Russian occupation, providing a sobering perspective on international politics. Additionally, they reflect on historical tragedies like the Titanic, linking past and present crises.

BBC reporter Kerry Allen discusses cultural disputes between China and South Korea, focusing on controversies surrounding K-pop, Squid Game, fashion, and kimchi. They dive into the complex dynamics of cultural authenticity and respect between the neighboring nations.

Fan Wang, a BBC digital journalist based in Singapore, and Kerry Allen, a BBC News China Media Analyst, share insights on the alarming rise of cyber-nationalism in China. They discuss how this trend has escalated violence against foreigners, citing a tragic stabbing incident that heightened tensions with Japan. The conversation explores the historical context of Sino-Japanese relations and the implications of aggressive nationalism fueled by social media and ongoing international conflicts, revealing a concerning shift in public sentiment.

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.

Professor Alan Woodward and James Stickland discuss the vulnerabilities of facial recognition tech. Kerry Allen shares a chilling tale of using a dead girl's face for a bank loan. Ed Butler's face is transformed into art by anti-surveillance activists The Dazzle Club.