The China Show

This week has been a disaster for China. Support the show here and see the Monday Exclusive show Xiaban Hou! - https://www.patreon.com/advpodcastsFree Xiaban Superchat goal episode Amusement Parks in China - https://www.youtube.com/live/6YI6vLuDqEY?si=i_ugjC_TcRqcTG7zCartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember Uhttps://soundcloud.com/nocopyrightsoundsTrack : Cartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember USome sources -https://www.whitehouse.gov/lab-leak-true-origins-of-covid-19/https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwy79j2n7d4ohttps://www.icij.org/investigations/china-targets/china-transnational-repression-dissent-around-world/?utm_sourchttps://www.reuters.com/business/energy/china-waives-tariffs-us-ethane-imports-sources-say-2025-04-29/https://nypost.com/2025/04/30/world-news/china-blames-us-for-originating-covid-19-weeks-after-white-house-declared-lab-leak-as-true-origins/https://www.icij.org/investigations/china-targets/united-nations-ngo-gongo-intimidate-human-rights/?utm_campaign=news&utm_medium=social&utm_source=reddithttps://www.icij.org/investigations/china-targets/interpol-red-notice-police-warrant-jack-ma/https://apnews.com/article/de-minimis-trump-tariffs-china-1b52319a85572331baf31cb6287ecddfhttps://www.reuters.com/world/china/china-creates-list-us-made-goods-exempt-125-tariffs-sources-say-2025-04-30/Puppy guy https://youtu.be/E3eIIWG2fEk?si=dJz1GlAtATtKaoknSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ekster is offering up to 30% until May 19th, and customers will get an additional 10% off if they use our code. Go to http://partner.ekster.com/chinashow and use Discount code - CHINAListen now to the NPR Politics Podcast, only from NPR – wherever you get podcasts.Bridges and buildings fall down as it appears China's poor quality concrete, tofu dreg construction, and cost cutting methods are catching up in a very bad way. Support the show here and see the Monday Exclusive show Xiaban Hou! - https://www.patreon.com/advpodcastsCartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember Uhttps://soundcloud.com/nocopyrightsoundsTrack : Cartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember USome sources -https://uk.news.yahoo.com/china-jails-most-writers-world-150026512.html?guccounter=2https://www.reuters.com/markets/emerging/south-korea-finds-made-korea-breaches-intended-avoid-us-tariffs-2025-04-21/https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2025/04/24/will-chinas-shoppers-cushion-the-trumpian-blowhttps://rsf.org/enhttps://pen.org/report/freedom-to-write-index-2024/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This trade war with China is getting very desperate for China. Support the show here and see the Monday Exclusive show Xiaban Hou! - https://www.patreon.com/advpodcastsCartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember Uhttps://soundcloud.com/nocopyrightsoundsTrack : Cartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember USome sources -https://www.theguardian.com/news/2025/apr/17/why-would-he-take-such-risk-my-censor-and-me-weibo-chinahttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/18/business/china-nepal-airport.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/16/business/nepal-pokhara-airport-china.htmlhttps://www.businessoffashion.com/articles/news-bites/the-art-of-hermes-inside-the-worlds-most-coveted-bag/https://leatherindia.org/leather-industry-in-india/How Hermes bags are made - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7LJrU4443Qhttps://www.vanityfair.com/style/2021/09/in-the-details-hermes?srsltid=AfmBOorfJoFtCxGo-9KukaKhadHg1hYYZSHDSO4rgRJdGiyKpz01jjrehttps://corporate.lululemon.com/~/media/Files/L/Lululemon/documents/active-supplier-list-april-2025.pdfSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This trade war with China just got very real for people in China. Support the show here and see the Monday Exclusive show Xiaban Hou! - https://www.patreon.com/advpodcastsChina in the 90s - https://youtube.com/live/uYIG2tcgDOwCartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember Uhttps://soundcloud.com/nocopyrightsoundsTrack : Cartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember USome sources -Chinese soldiers fighting for Russia - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syKWPralGKQhttps://www.npr.org/2025/04/11/g-s1-59422/chai-jing-china-lesley-stahl-returns-spotlight-youtubehttps://www.cnn.com/2025/04/09/europe/ukraine-chinese-nationals-russia-intl-latam/index.htmlChinas newest beauty trend - https://youtu.be/OFmxX2ASfos?si=0VTCdLsxNVW41Qm-https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/russia-ukraine-war-china-citizens-captured-zelenskyy-beijing-kremlin-rcna200174https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20250409-china-rejects-claim-its-citizens-are-fighting-alongside-russia-in-ukrainehttps://www.france24.com/en/europe/20250410-beijing-warns-against-irresponsible-remarks-over-chinese-nationals-deployed-in-ukrainehttps://www.wsj.com/politics/national-security/in-secret-meeting-china-acknowledged-role-in-u-s-infrastructure-hacks-c5ab37cbhttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/apr/10/russia-social-media-ads-videos-recruiting-china-mercenariesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Daily life in China is full of quirks, from the bizarre QR code system for toilet paper to the pressures of making ends meet amidst rising unemployment. The hosts humorously discuss homemade explosives disguised as popcorn and dive into the serious issue of child safety amid governmental suppression. They critique deteriorating infrastructure and explore the absurdities of cultural perceptions. The chaotic dynamics of trade tensions with the U.S. reflect deeper societal issues, all woven together with light-hearted anecdotes and cultural insights.

Ekster is offering up to 30% until May 19th, and customers will get an additional 10% off if they use our code. Go to http://partner.ekster.com/chinashow and use Discount code - CHINAThe Myanmar/Thailand earthquake has revealed some very, very nasty truths.Support the show here and see the Monday Exclusive show Xiaban Hou! - https://www.patreon.com/advpodcastsCartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember Uhttps://soundcloud.com/nocopyrightsoundsTrack : Cartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember USome sources -Daylo Starstruck - https://youtu.be/PUHy9xXJioE?si=rnJFLF9mz6TILVM7https://www.wsj.com/world/asia/china-us-typhon-weapons-system-missile-philippines-100fd852https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3303246/china-unveils-powerful-deep-sea-cable-cutter-could-reset-world-orderhttps://www.economist.com/china/2025/03/27/estate-agents-in-china-are-trying-everything-to-sell-flatshttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce8vp2e7p64ohttps://www.wsj.com/world/asia/china-us-typhon-weapons-system-missile-philippines-100fd852See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Purple factories, travel shills, China is really not hiding their ambitions now. Support the show here and see the Monday Exclusive show Xiaban Hou! - https://www.patreon.com/advpodcastsCartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember Uhttps://soundcloud.com/nocopyrightsoundsTrack : Cartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember USome sources -https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c204ywyl4kvohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_qIVM3cJtAhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/16/opinion/covid-pandemic-lab-leak.htmlhttps://bm-xj-vis.aspi.org.au/https://archive.is/VRwEghttps://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/ad-aspi/2021-12/Borrowing%20mouths%20to%20speak%20on%20Xinjiang-2.pdf?VersionId=cIoPXJ9A67BIjRu5LFr0L8i9yrjp7y_Rhttps://www.xinjiangpolicefiles.org/files-related-to-forced-labor/https://www.xinjiangpolicefiles.org/images-of-detainees/https://foreignpolicy.com/2023/05/16/china-xinjiang-uyghurs-cotton-forced-labor/https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/world/special_coverage/adatewithchinaChemistry video - https://youtu.be/DFfRqoIdArM?si=9oFCp2CWau2tvd13See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The show dives into the quirky world of fare evasion in Chinese subways, sharing humorous anecdotes about duck-themed market adventures. It also tackles the implications of Chinese criminal gangs in Oklahoma's drug scene, highlighting hidden addiction crises. Environmental challenges in China, from pollution to food safety, paint a grim picture, while discussions about one-child policies and the surreal world of Chinese soap operas add flair. The hosts humorously critique misrepresentations in Chinese media, blending serious topics with lighthearted commentary.

Use code FACTORPODCAST at https://factormeals.com/factorpodcast to get 50% off plus free shipping on your first box!China's deep water fishing fleets are out of control, and taking over the world. We also got China to change. Support the show here and see the Monday Exclusive show Xiaban Hou! - https://www.patreon.com/advpodcastsCartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember Uhttps://soundcloud.com/nocopyrightsoundsTrack : Cartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember USome sources -https://www.state.gov/up-to-2-million-reward-offers-each-for-information-leading-to-arrests-and-or-convictions-of-malicious-cyber-actors-from-china/https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/10-chinese-nationals-charged-large-scale-hacking-us-and-international-victims-behalfhttps://www.wsj.com/world/china/china-trump-trade-war-worries-0c2fa146https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/mar/06/china-donald-trump-us-tariffs-trade-warSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chinese society is in turmoil, and the hosts explore the stark divide between urban wealth and rural neglect. They cleverly critique misinformation while sharing humorous anecdotes about bizarre societal behaviors. From chaotic wedding traditions to the dark side of parenting, absurdities abound. The discussion also touches on serious issues like electric vehicle dangers and undersea geopolitical tensions. With lively banter, they engage listeners, blending lightheartedness with critical insights on life in contemporary China.