Round Table China

Experts in land restoration and environmental sustainability, Niu Honglin, Yushan, and Steve Hatherly discuss the significance of restoring land worldwide. They explore successful projects in China, Canada, Nepal, and Africa, showcasing innovative techniques like grass grit sand control. The conversation emphasizes the importance of sustainability, international cooperation, and supporting local farmers for a healthy future.

Chinese e-commerce retailers are shifting away from presales strategies towards direct live streaming promotions and consumer experience. The podcast also discusses the evolution of the '618' shopping festival, challenges of pre-sale models, and a comprehensive weight loss course at Peking University.

Imagine drones zipping through neon-lit obstacle courses at tremendous speeds, pilots immersed in first-person view as if piloting Star Wars podracers. This adrenaline-fueled spectacle is drone racing, the future of motorsports rapidly gaining global fandom. Are you ready for this electrifying new frontier? On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Yushun 

Chinese parents discuss the need for a more relaxed parenting style, balancing support and independence. They explore the impacts of different parenting styles on stress levels and advocate for creating a supportive family environment. The podcast delves into resolving parenting dilemmas calmly, navigating diverse family dynamics, and empowering children through adversity.

Nearly 97% of minors in China have access to the internet and a significant proport use that access to play online games. This has led to many controversies, especially over the issue of gaming consumption for minors. On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Brandon Yates

Josh Cotterill, an expert in the Chinese animation industry, joins the discussion on Hangzhou hosting the 20th China International Cartoon & Animation Festival. Topics include the growth of the Chinese animation industry, talent development, and the vibrant atmosphere of the festival. Also, exploration of the intersection of technology and humanity in the movie 'Her', adventures in Inner Mongolia, and insights on the Chinese TV series 'King's War'.

Mr. Martin Taylor, WHO Rep to China, discusses tobacco control efforts in China, strategies to combat youth smoking, innovative anti-smoking measures in Shenzhen, environmental impact of tobacco, and prioritizing youth protection in tobacco control.

Food enthusiast and podcast host, Steve Hatherly, joins the discussion on the new packed lunch trend in China. The debate on Gumba lunches, Western food perceptions, and the shift towards balanced meals for white-collar workers is explored. Language learning's cultural connection and the significance of a well-crafted sandwich in food culture are highlighted.

As loneliness becomes a growing concern in today's fast-paced society, artificial intelligence, or AI companions are emerging as a revolutionary solution. Thanks to significant improvements in large language models (LLMs), AI friends are more empathetic, engaging, and responsive than ever before. What drives people to seek companionship, sometimes even romance, from AI, and what do people gain and loose from these AI relationships? On the show: Heyang, Yushan & Steve Hatherly

If you live in China, you might have already noticed how everyone from your hairstylist to your tech support can be called a "teacher" nowadays! It's not just a quirky trend but has deep historical and social roots. Today, let's unravel the fascinating journey of the word "teacher," explore how it has morphed into a universal term of respect, and what this says about the Chinese society. / Let's bite into this delicious piece of TCM bread and see how traditional Chinese medicine can be mixed into modern baking (16:45). On the show: Niu Honglin, Ding Heng & Josh Cotterill