

China Insider
Hudson Institute
China Insider is a weekly podcast project from Hudson Institute's China Center, hosted by Miles Yu, who provides weekly news that mainstream American outlets often miss, as well as in-depth commentary and analysis on the China challenge and the free world’s future.
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Nov 7, 2023 • 22min
Antisemitism in China, Panda Diplomacy, and Vanguard and Gallup Exit China
The podcast discusses the growing trend of antisemitism in China and its roots in Marxist ideology. It also explores the end of Panda diplomacy and the non-renewal of agreements with China for pandas in US zoos. Additionally, the exit of the Vanguard Group and Gallup from the Chinese market is discussed and its implications for economic relations with China.

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Oct 31, 2023 • 23min
Li Keqiang, Wang Yi, and Renewed Aggression in the South China Sea
The podcast discusses the death of former Premier Li Keqiang and the Chinese Communist Party's paranoia surrounding public mourning. It also explores Wang Yi's visit with President Joe Biden and the upcoming Biden-Xi summit. Finally, it focuses on the recent Chinese aggression in the South China Sea, highlighting a collision between a Chinese Coast Guard vessel and a Philippine ship.

Oct 24, 2023 • 26min
BRI, “Confucius Meets Marx,” and Banned Books
Reflections on the Belt and Road Initiative, a new propaganda TV show, and a banned book drawing parallels between the Ming Dynasty and Xi Jinping's rule.

Oct 17, 2023 • 26min
China Alienates Israel, Putin in Beijing, and Country Garden’s Imminent Collapse
China's response to the Israel-Hamas war, China's supposed neutrality alienates Israel, Putin's visit to Belt and Road Initiative Forum, state of the BRI, imminent collapse of Country Garden

Oct 10, 2023 • 20min
中共能做世界领袖吗?中美是否已进入一场新冷战?中共如何政治化杭州亚运会。
Miles Yu analyzes why China lacks the credentials to lead the world, if US and China are in a new Cold War, and how the CCP has politicized the Hangzhou Asian Games.

Oct 10, 2023 • 29min
China Responds to Hamas Attacks, and How the CCP Spoils Academic Exchange
Shane Leary and Miles Yu discuss China's response to Hamas attacks in Israel and the broader strategic implications. They also explore the risks and benefits of academic exchange with China, including lack of academic freedom and influence exerted by the Chinese government. The chapter highlights the pressure faced by Chinese students to return to China and threats posed by China's academic engagement programs.

Oct 3, 2023 • 18min
WHO's New COVID Investigation, a New Cold War with China, and India Emerges as Global South Leader
Shane Leary and Miles Yu discuss the WHO's COVID investigation, the US-China cold war, and India's emergence as a global south leader. Topics include disappointment with previous investigations into COVID origins, China's retaliation against Australia, biosafety concerns, doubts about conclusive evidence, emergence of a US-China Cold War, China's intention to destroy US, India's potential as global south leader.

Sep 26, 2023 • 19min
Hangzhou Asian Games, Illegal Fishing, and Europe-China Relations
The podcast discusses China's diplomatic standing in Asia through the audacious presentation of the Hangzhou Asian Games. It also tackles the issue of Chinese illegal fishing and its global consequences. Additionally, it delves into Europe-China relations, particularly exploring Hungary's dynamics with China and the US. The podcast emphasizes the importance of political divisions, European allies, and respecting sovereign decisions when dealing with China.

Sep 19, 2023 • 19min
North Korea and Russia, China’s Missing Defense Minister, and a US Meeting with Wang Yi in Malta
Shane Leary and Miles Yu discuss North Korea's alliance with Russia and potential implications. The missing Chinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu is explored, along with reflections on Jake Sullivan's meeting with Wang Yi in Malta. Insights on the upcoming APEC Summit and criticism of China's behavior are also discussed.

Sep 12, 2023 • 20min
Biden Visits G20 and Hanoi, Huawei’s Mate 60 Pro, and the Latest Chinese Domestic Censorship
Biden's visits to G20 Summit and Hanoi, controversy over Huawei Mate 60 Pro, US-China tech competition, Chinese surveillance system, bypassing US chip ban, and proposed law on speech and clothing in China.