China Stories
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China Stories from the Sinica Network on The China Project brings you audio narration of the best articles and op-eds appearing in Sixth Tone, Caixin Global, Week in China, The World of Chinese, and of course The China Project. Subscribe to the podcast and you can listen to features on the go, with narrators who won’t butcher the pronunciation of Chinese names and words.
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Jun 9, 2023 • 15min
[Sixth Tone] Russia hoped for a Chinese tourist boom in 2023. It’s still waiting.
In Russia, many believed that China’s exit from “zero-COVID” restrictions would provide a shot in the arm to the country’s flatlining inbound tourism sector. Those hopes are now fading.Click here to read the article by Li Pasha.Narrated by Cliff Larsen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 6, 2023 • 11min
[The World of Chinese] Why are sad frogs invading China’s streets?
An invasion of people in frog costumes has taken China’s internet by storm—and posed a challenge to urban management.Click here to read the article by Huang Shichan.Narrated by Cliff Larsen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 6, 2023 • 6min
[Rest of World] Chinese internet trolls are adopting American racism to taunt Black users
Users are harassing Black creators with profile pictures of white police officers.Click here to read the article by Viola Zhou.Narrated by Sarah Kutulakos.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 6, 2023 • 12min
[Sixth Tone] In China, Women Are Defying ‘Beauty Duty’ — With a Bold Haircut
Buzz cuts are on the rise in a country where long hair is revered. Some women do it to reject the status quo, while others simply find it practical.Click here to read the article by Li Wei and Ni Dandan.Narrated by Elyse Ribbons.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 6, 2023 • 15min
[Caixin Global] Chinese Fast Fashion Platforms Could Be Next U.S. Target
Chinese Fast Fashion Platforms Could Be Next U.S. Target - A scathing report from an advisory body to the U.S. Congress has industry insiders expecting firms like Temu and Shein to face regulatory pressure.Click here to read the article by Sun Yanran, Bao Hongyun and Mo Yelin.Narrated by Mina Greb.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 2, 2023 • 13min
[The China Project] Are Hollywood films losing appeal for Chinese audiences?
After years of strict management on cinematic imports and a pandemic-induced disruption, China’s film sector is reopening to the world again. But while the regulatory environment is working in its favor, Hollywood seems to be struggling to satisfy Chinese audiences.Click here to read the article by Zhao Yuanyuan.Narrated by Cliff Larsen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 2, 2023 • 18min
[Sixth Tone] The astronomer who calmed China’s UFO craze
When sightings of celestial phenomena surged in China in the 80s, researcher Liu Yan’s letters helped keep people’s feet on the ground.Click here to read the article by Shanghai Observer.Reported by Chen Shuyi.Narrated by Cliff Larsen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 31, 2023 • 8min
[The China Project] What really happened at the Battle of Luding Bridge?
The Battle of Luding Bridge is part of the founding lore of the Chinese Communist Party. People outside China first learned of the incident through the writings of American journalist Edgar Snow — but the battle was far less cinematic than Snow (and others) led the public to believe.Click here to read the article by James Carter.Narrated by Kaiser Kuo.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 30, 2023 • 9min
[The World of Chinese] ChatGPT Gold Rush: How AI Business (and Crime) Is Taking Shape in China
ChatGPT and Chinese alternatives like Baidu’s Ernie have entrepreneurs harnessing AI for profit, while lawmakers are reigning in nascent ChatGPT and AI crime.Click here to read the article by Wang Jiawei.Narrated by Sarah Kutulakos.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 30, 2023 • 8min
[Sixth Tone] In China, panda superfans want more than just bear necessities
Panda fans have grown beyond sharing adorable videos. Their intense passion and online influence can even impact park management and policy.Click here to read the article by Wu Peiyue.Narrated by Kim Dalrymple.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
