Round Table China

Today, we will cover everything about haircare and how your local barbershop and hair salon are no longer just about a quick trim. Discover how specialized services are transforming the way we pamper ourselves. And for those seeking a simple, budget-friendly haircut, what are the options? Are haircuts getting too expensive? On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Brandon Yates

Amidst the tumultuous waves of the 20th century, the tale of Kuliang continues. Everything seems unchanged. In 1992, Betty finally arrived in the land that had captivated her husband Milton's heart. Can she find Milton's childhood playmates and fulfil his final wish?

After a lifetime of yearning, Milton's quest to reconnect with his childhood memories ends with unfulfilled longing. Yet, his final wishes lead his wife Betty to a journey uncovering long-hidden tales of Kuliang, through a chance encounter with a Chinese student...Will this twist of fate fulfill Milton's last hopes?

Experts Niu Honglin, Li Yi, and Josh Cotterill discuss the evolution of vocational training to online platforms, highlighting benefits like flexibility and affordability. They cover specialized courses in noodle-making and construction skills, addressing challenges like quality and accessibility, and the future of online education for all.

The podcast delves into the Gardner family's farewell in 1911 with heartfelt goodbyes under an old cedar tree. It explores Milton's World War II experiences, the uncertainty of reuniting with Chinese friends, changing lives, historical turmoil, war impacts, cultural connections, and nostalgic memories leading to anticipation.

Experts Niu Honglin, Li Yi, and analyst Josh Cotterill discuss the impact of space technology on daily life. Topics include childhood dreams of space exploration, China's advancements in the space industry, upcoming space missions, and how space tech influences weather forecasting, environmental monitoring, GPS navigation, agriculture, and product innovation.

In the summer of 1907, Kuliang welcomes new arrivals, forging friendships and igniting romance. Milton, Dashan and Haiyan start school, exploring their homeland's natural wonders and bonding through shared adventures...

Laiming, Niu Honglin, and Brandon Yates discuss the growing interest in community libraries in China. They explore how Chinese cities promote reading culture, the impact of AI on reading experience, and the resurgence of community libraries appealing to young readers. They also delve into the Beijing International Film Festival and its diverse cinematic experiences.

In the summer of 1900, in a place called Kuliang in China, an American couple, the Gardners, met with the Guo family for the first time in the most unexpected way...

Dive into Round Table's World Earth Day special, as Heyang sits down with Jimmiel Mandima, Vice President for Global Programs at IFAW. Discover how plastics affect us all, why elephants and raptors need our help, and find easy ways to join the global eco-movement! Get inspired, get informed, and get involved!