Round Table China
China Plus
Round Table is a premier English radio/podcast show, straight from Beijing. Hear what's buzzing on the Internet and the main streets, see the latest lifestyle trends, and feel the pulse of life in China, Round Table is your golden ticket. With dynamic cultural exchanges between hosts from diverse backgrounds, we take you on a journey deep into modern China.We invite you to join our conversation! Shoot us an email or a voice memo at ezfmroundtable@foxmail.com. Let the fun begin!
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Sep 28, 2023 • 24min
Chinese home cooked dishes for a lighter diet
In recent years, the concept of light meals or light foods, known as Qingshi in Chinese, has won the approval of many urban dwellers. With a quick browse you'll notice that every shopping mall comes with a light meals restaurant. Now, Chinese home cooked light meals are gaining traction. On the show: Heyang, Xingyu & Josh Cotterill
Sep 27, 2023 • 28min
Summer cool drink - sour plum juice with TCM ingredients
Sour plum juice, with a TCM twist, stands at the juncture of traditional Chinese medicine and busy urban lifestyle. It is the latest favorite drink of Chinese Gen Z. What's given rise to this new beverage trend? / Heart to Heart - please send your audio questions to ezfmroundtable@foxmail.com (15:47)! On the show: Heyang, Fei Fei & Josh Cotterill
Sep 27, 2023 • 26min
Shopping malls go digital
Shopping malls, those brick and mortar retail spaces, have undergone a digital transformation in China. We take a look at how shopping malls welcome the combination of bricks and clicks. On the show: Heyang, Fei Fei & Josh Cotterill
Sep 26, 2023 • 27min
Why do people follow study influencers?
China's young internet users are following a new type of influencers, diligent learners who do livestreams or upload content showing their spartan studying marathons, sometimes exceeding 10 hours a day. Users say they find inspiration from these hardworking content providers, but what do the influencers get in return? / Do we all use visual aids on some levels when watching TV or videos (21:19)? On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Yushun
Sep 26, 2023 • 26min
How can ancient Chinese philosophy help address modern global challenges?
What makes Confucius a good figure to represent China in a dialogue between different civilizations? What good comes from having common ground in values shared by mankind? On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Yushun
Sep 25, 2023 • 28min
How props matter in film and TV productions
Making a successful TV series takes a confluence of factors, including an outstanding cast, a great script, directorial efforts, post-production prowess, and of course, props fitting of the period and the needs of every scene. We take a look at the unsung heroes of TV and movie production, prop masters' responsibilities and their role in show biz. / Motivational Monday (19:55)! On the show: Heyang, Ding Heng & Xingyu
Sep 25, 2023 • 26min
Hangzhou hosts largest-ever Asian Games
Heyang, an Asian Games enthusiast, discusses the highlights of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, including the opening ceremony, joint participation of virtual and physical torchbearers, wide array of sports, green initiatives implemented, and the significance of hosting international sporting events in China.
Sep 22, 2023 • 55min
China embraces Farmers' Harvest Festival
Celebrate China's Farmers' Harvest Festival as Heyang, Li Yi, and Dong Le from FAO's China Office discuss enhancing agricultural industry development in impoverished Chinese villages, the festivities of the festival, China's rural revitalization strategy, integrated pest management, technological advancements in agriculture, challenges in different regions, and mitigating climate risks for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
Sep 21, 2023 • 22min
World Alzheimer's Day: Never too early, never too late
Discussion on Alzheimer's disease, its symptoms, impact, and early detection. Factors contributing to development; importance of healthy lifestyle. Study on genetic mutations and brain chemistry. Role of beta amyloid, PSEN genes, and nanomab treatment in slowing cognitive decline. Latest developments in Alzheimer's research and FDA's controversial drug approval. Representation in films and challenges faced by individuals. Growing impact of the disease in China.
Sep 21, 2023 • 37min
Round Table presents 'Radio Documentary: Aging in China: Living with Alzheimer's'
We present a CGTN Radio documentary dedicated to this World Alzheimer's Day, called, Aging in China: Living with Alzheimer's.
