

The China Show
Winston and Matt
A no nonsense (well... sometimes a lot of nonsense) look at what's happening in China, from viral stories on the ground, to entertainment, to politics and more. Winston and Matt spent over a decade in China, narrowly escaping persecution from the oppressive Chinese government, and are here every single Friday to tell you what is going on in the country. This is the only place you need to be, every week, if you want to stay on top of what's happening in China. Q: What time is The China Show? A: 5PM EST on FridaysQ: What time is Xiàbān Hòu? A: 5PM EST on Mondays Support us on Patreon and Join us for our Monday show - Xiàbān Hòu! every Monday at 5:00 PM ESThttps://www.patreon.com/advpodcastsYouTube Membership -1 Free Super Chat per month -Access to TCS meme emojis -Green username with badge - 1 Xiaban Hou episode per month!For a no-nonsense on the street look at Chinese culture and beyond from China’s original YouTuber, join SerpentZAhttps://www.youtube.com/serpentza For a realistic perspective on China from an American go to Laowhy86https://www.youtube.com/laowhy86For Motorcycle adventures around the world, and a talk-show on two wheels go to ADVChina https://www.youtube.com/advchina
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Oct 19, 2024 • 1h 49min
“Zombie Meat” - Hot Pot Ladies - China’s Insane Food Crisis - Episode #234
Dive into China's food culture as the hosts tackle shocking food safety scandals involving expired meat in schools. They explore the bizarre world of viral food trends and the humorous dilemma of 'corn raiders' amid scarcity. With a light-hearted twist, they discuss the cultural phenomenon of mukbangs and the recent food waste regulations impacting creators. The episode also uncovers quirky aspects of panda diplomacy and critiques the absurdity of Taiwan's independence struggle. It's a mix of dark humor and culinary anecdotes that reflects on serious societal issues.

Oct 12, 2024 • 1h 39min
Nothing is Safe in China - Now We Know Why - Episode #233
Go to https://tryfum.com/THECHINASHOW or scan the QR code and use code THECHINASHOW to get your free FÜM Topper when you order your Journey Pack today.Try Found for FREE at https://FOUND.COM/advWe think we found the reason why everything is falling apart in China. Support the show here and see the Monday Exclusive show Xiaban Hou! - https://www.patreon.com/advpodcastsChina Fact Chasers - Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/c/ChinaFactChasersCartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember Uhttps://soundcloud.com/nocopyrightsoundsTrack : Cartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember USome sources -https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqjrplrvpvpohttps://edition.cnn.com/2024/10/10/business/china-golden-week-travel-spending-hnk-intl/index.htmlhttps://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/11/blinken-condemns-chinas-dangerous-and-unlawful-moves-in-south-china-seahttps://www.semafor.com/article/10/10/2024/rahm-emanuel-pitches-an-economic-coalition-against-isolator-chinaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 5, 2024 • 1h 18min
China’s on Fire and EXPLODING - What The Hell is Going On? - Episode #232
To get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to https://mintmobile.com/ADV !Head to https://factormeals.com/adv50 and use code adv50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month!Everything is on fire in China for some reasonJoin us in after party here! - https://youtube.com/live/uUGGA4RKXLs?feature=shareSupport the show here and see the Monday Exclusive show Xiaban Hou! - https://www.patreon.com/advpodcastsChina Fact Chasers - Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/c/ChinaFactChasersSubscribe to Jordan Harbinger and tell him The China Show sent you!https://www.youtube.com/@JordanHarbingerShow/videoshttps://www.jordanharbinger.com/renee-diresta-the-puppet-masters-of-public-opinion/Cartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember Uhttps://soundcloud.com/nocopyrightsoundsTrack : Cartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember USome sources -https://www.news.com.au/national/queensland/crime/chinese-man-accused-of-pouring-coffee-on-baby-in-brisbane-identified/news-story/6e7fd94ff383b5361479de296733e8d2https://www.justice.gov/usao-edny/pr/former-high-ranking-new-york-state-government-employee-charged-acting-undisclosedhttps://www.20min.ch/story/oerlikon-grosseinsatz-am-berninaplatz-lage-aktuell-unklar-103194953https://www.newsweek.com/us-congress-lawmakers-letter-doj-fbi-state-department-china-spying-1961678https://www.uscirf.gov/publications/sinicization-religion-chinas-coercive-religious-policyhttps://www.uscirf.gov/sites/default/files/2024-09/2024%20China%20Factsheet%20Sinicization.pdfhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9dyxpe2dy1ohttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0e1zjqdlp2ohttps://www.cnbc.com/video/2024/10/01/beijing-needs-to-follow-through-economic-reforms.htmlhttps://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3280766/break-tradition-china-receives-no-formal-statement-us-national-daySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 28, 2024 • 1h 7min
COVERUP China Loses Nuclear Submarine - Sewers Exploding - Episode #231
Xiaban Hou, an expert featured in an exclusive show, dives into China's attempt to cover up a sunken nuclear submarine, revealing serious implications for national security. The discussion heats up as they tackle exploding sewers and chaotic public unrest linked to government censorship. Humor and critical insights blend as they explore the challenges of accurate reporting and the repercussions of a lack of transparency on nuclear safety. From anecdotes about the Mooncake Festival to propaganda’s comedic side, this conversation is both engaging and thought-provoking.

Sep 21, 2024 • 1h 29min
Chinese Schools Collapse Masses REVOLT - China’s Economy at Breaking Point - Episode #230
Xiaban Hou, a prominent voice on Chinese societal issues, dives into the chaos enveloping China's housing market, discussing unfinished projects and citizens' protests fueled by economic despair. The conversation uncovers the authoritarian state's harsh responses to dissent, particularly in Xuchang. Highlighting a tragic incident involving a Japanese schoolboy, they explore rising safety concerns for expatriates amidst growing anti-Japanese sentiments. Humor mingles with serious topics, revealing the surreal realities facing individuals navigating life in modern China.

Sep 14, 2024 • 1h 41min
Massive Mystery Explosion - Is China Hiding a Plane Crash? - Episode #229
Try Found for FREE at https://FOUND.COM/advChina has seen some crazy disasters this week, but what's really happening? Also, a dude in a weird costume falls down. Support the show here and see the Monday Exclusive show Xiaban Hou! - https://www.patreon.com/advpodcastsChina Fact Chasers - Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/c/ChinaFactChasersADVChina Subreddit -https://reddit.com/r/ADVChinaCartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember Uhttps://soundcloud.com/nocopyrightsoundsTrack : Cartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember USome sources -@geleilaoshi https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ElhYqjxBDEUhttps://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/13/us/politics/biden-tariffs-chinese-goods-clothing.htmlhttps://apnews.com/article/biden-china-tariffs-temu-sheinde-minimis-8dc53cf600ce03e54dcdb0877fded11ehttps://selectcommitteeontheccp.house.gov/media/press-releases/china-week-recap-congress-passes-25-bills-combat-chinese-communist-partyhttps://www.ft.com/content/0a535bbd-767e-406a-8624-1af9cb7246f7https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/12/business/china-pets-over-toddlers-aging-population-intl-hnk/index.htmlhttps://www.foxnews.com/world/china-opts-out-international-blueprint-stop-ai-race-weapons-developmentSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 6, 2024 • 1h 35min
China Tried to Make Fake Rain - Created a Disaster - Episode #228
Xiaban Hou, a cloud seeding expert, shares insights into the controversial practice that China has implemented, revealing its unintended chaos and public backlash during a recent operation in Chongqing. The conversation highlights the intersections of technology and nature, as humor meets serious commentary on manipulation of weather patterns. They also reflect on construction quality issues affecting China’s global image, and the cultural quirks surrounding licensing plates, showcasing the blend of absurdity and significance in Chinese society.

Aug 30, 2024 • 1h 41min
China’s Robots are FAKE - Countless TRICKED - Actually Real People - Episode #227
Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/advChina's Robot expo was absolutely hilarious... and it fooled almost everyone. Support the show here and see the Monday Exclusive show Xiaban Hou! - https://www.patreon.com/advpodcastsChina Fact Chasers - Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/c/ChinaFactChasersADVChina Subreddit -https://reddit.com/r/ADVChinaCartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember Uhttps://soundcloud.com/nocopyrightsoundsTrack : Cartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember USome sources -Zeihan video - https://youtu.be/HOKvX0ezMTg?si=WtQh7LqiuYohmJ1HFree China's video - https://youtu.be/gwl425R4hk8?si=OU6nhJ__qbGHdVu0https://www.youtube.com/@erickanevskyofficialhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4QJ4O3jgvkhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/japan-scrambles-jets-china-spy-plane-violates-airspace/https://www.cnbc.com/2024/08/29/chinas-xi-jinping-meets-with-us-national-security-advisor-jake-sullivan.htmlhttps://www.economist.com/china/2024/08/28/chinas-new-age-of-swagger-and-paranoiahttps://www.newsweek.com/china-news-demands-us-nuclear-weapons-1946058https://www.airandspaceforces.com/commentary-china-japan-airspace-violation/https://www.reuters.com/world/us-government-funding-yielded-hundreds-patents-china-based-researchers-2024-08-29/https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/06/16/china-nuclear-arsenal-weapons/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 23, 2024 • 1h 34min
MASSIVE Road Explosion in China - Aircraft Carrier Destroyed - Episode #226
To get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to https://mintmobile.com/ADV !New mass destruction across China as infrastructure collapses, not to mention an aircraft carrier destroyed!Support the show here and see the Monday Exclusive show Xiaban Hou! - https://www.patreon.com/advpodcastsChina Fact Chasers - Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/c/ChinaFactChasersADVChina Subreddit -https://reddit.com/r/ADVChinaCartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember Uhttps://soundcloud.com/nocopyrightsoundsTrack : Cartoon feat. Jüri Pootsmann - I Remember USome sources -Burbex videos - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZGpmFM2tTwhttps://youtu.be/iGHoBptVwyk?si=TNMczemb54exVv6Bhttps://www.wsj.com/world/asia/collisions-tear-holes-in-u-s-allys-ships-as-tensions-flare-in-south-china-sea-f39a497bhttps://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3274120/china-admits-hong-hong-flagged-ship-destroyed-key-baltic-gas-pipeline-accidenthttps://www.voanews.com/a/china-s-accidental-damage-to-baltic-pipeline-viewed-with-suspicion/7746569.htmlhttps://www.cnbc.com/2024/08/22/chinas-state-media-slams-us-over-biden-nuclear-strategy-report.htmlhttps://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/new-york-man-arrested-operating-illegal-agent-chinese-government-united-stateshttps://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/aug/19/china-philippine-ships-crash-sabina-shoal-south-china-seahttps://www.economist.com/asia/2024/08/22/if-a-china-and-america-war-went-nuclear-who-would-winhttps://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/internet-goes-wild-chinese-video-game-even-reviewers-bash-censorship-rcna167499https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c79w810e38noSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 17, 2024 • 2h 2min
China Regrets Accepting this Interview - Rash of Mass Destruction Across China - Episode #225
Xiaban Hou, a Monday exclusive guest known for his insights into Chinese affairs, joins musical artist Jüri Pootsmann to explore intriguing topics. They delve into China’s infrastructural disasters, poking fun at absurdities like cardboard cars. The duo critiques bizarre state-sponsored poetry campaigns and sheds light on the disconnect between government narratives and daily struggles. They also address sensitive issues like Uyghur rights and humorously reflect on cultural phenomena, all while keeping the discussion engaging and thought-provoking.