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Mar 29, 2024 • 28min

The most popular student associations and societies

Round Table's Happy Place (08:08)! / From anime enthusiasts to avocado aficionados: does joining college societies have an impact on your path to adulthood? Tune in as we explore the quirky, the curious, and the career-boosting impact of student clubs on your post-grad life (16:00)! On the show: Heyang, Gao Junya & Josh Cotterill
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Mar 29, 2024 • 25min

Can AI training tame AI anxiety?

Feeling anxious about AI's rapid progress? Need to get a grip on AI (before it gets its grip on you)? There are online classes just for this! Discover why so many are flocking to AI training like it's the hottest ticket in town! On the show: Heyang, Gao Junya & Josh Cotterill
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Mar 28, 2024 • 27min

What's the truth behind 'free pet adoption?'

Free pet adoption, 2.0, is making waves in China's pet world! But wait, are the adoptions really free, or is it just a sneaky way of buying a cat on installment plans? / Chongqing's "vegetable basket line" offers important lifeline (19:18). On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Josh Cotterill
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Mar 28, 2024 • 24min

Ways to improve home maintenance services

Are you tired of DIY disasters and home repair headaches? Join our discussion today as we uncover challenges in the home maintenance and repair industry. We'll also brainstorm for solutions than can transform our home maintenance experience. On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Josh Cotterill
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Mar 27, 2024 • 27min

New regulations for water conservation were unveiled

Experts Niu Honglin and Li Yi discuss the new water conservation regulations in China, emphasizing the country's move towards sustainability. They explore the role of tech companies in water conservation and the importance of efficient agricultural measures. The podcast also delves into attitudes towards public displays of affection and the impact of social media on relationships.
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Mar 27, 2024 • 24min

Can university libraries preserve the charm of print?

In an age where digital convenience reigns supreme, the quiet, book-lined halls of university libraries face a new challenge: the noticeable decline in physical book borrowing among students. Recently, some universities in China have been trying to tackle this challenge with some innovative measures. On the show: Niu Honglin, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill
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Mar 26, 2024 • 27min

Do flowers blossom in your life?

With an evolving industry structure that's optimizing and innovating with every season, China's floriculture is not just about aesthetics but also about technological advancement and economic stability. Let's explore how tradition meets innovation in the petals of China's blossoming flower market. / Commuter marriage gaining popularity among young couples in China (14:32). On the show: Niu Honglin, Xingyu & Brandon Yates
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Mar 26, 2024 • 25min

New quality productive forces make agriculture smarter

Picture this: robots are planting seeds, drones are flying overhead, monitoring crop health, and all the while, farmers are managing it all from a smartphone app. Sounds like a scene from a sci-fi movie, right? But this is happening today in China, where the agricultural landscape is, step by step, being transformed by some seriously smart tech. On the show: Niu Honglin, Xingyu & Brandon Yates
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Mar 25, 2024 • 28min

China issues nationwide standards on prepared meals

Have you ever grabbed a pre-packed meal from the grocery store? They're convenient, right? Well, China's taking big steps to ensure that these quick bites are not just handy but also safe and with high quality. Join us today as we chat about how this move might change the way we think about and consume ready-made meals. / Motivational Monday (18:27)! On the show: Niu Honglin, Yushun & Xingyu
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Mar 25, 2024 • 25min

China adds 24 new university majors

On today's show, we've got the scoop on China's latest educational shake-up. The country is rolling out 24 shiny new majors that you can start studying in 2024. From techy stuff like under water robot to something as awesome as coffee science and engineering. Let's unpack why China's mixing up the major game! On the show: Niu Honglin, Yushun & Xingyu

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