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Sep 19, 2023 • 12min

[The World of Chinese] How China’s small-town bookstores innovate to survive

Benefiting from government subsidies and close-knit communities, independent bookstores try to compete and make profit in China’s smaller cities.Click here to read the article by Rebecca Wang.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.
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Sep 14, 2023 • 10min

[The China Project] Lin Biao flew too close to the sun. But why did he really fall?

Lin Biao was a principal architect of the cult of Mao Zedong. It would lead to his undoing.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.
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Sep 12, 2023 • 10min

[The China Project] Sushi restaurants in China left scrambling after Fukushima-linked seafood ban

Beijing’s ban on Japanese seafood, coupled with rising animosity toward all things Japanese, have sent sushi restaurants in China searching for alternative supplies and, in some cases, new recipes.Click here to read the article by Zhao Yuanyuan.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.
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Sep 12, 2023 • 11min

[Rest of World] Why Chinese EV battery manufacturers are flocking to Hungary

BYD, EVE Energy, Huayou Cobalt and more have announced new projects in Hungary in the last few months. They are drawn to the country’s access to European automakers, government subsidies, and favorable relations with China. Click here to read the article by William McCormack.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.
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Sep 8, 2023 • 16min

[The China Project] China’s other half: Wilderness

Discover China's wilderness and its rich biodiversity, challenging preconceived notions. Uncover hidden remote areas and the challenges of accessing them. Explore the rise of China's outdoor industry and the motivations behind wilderness exploration. Learn about ancient Chinese perspectives on wilderness and the future of China's wilderness.
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Sep 8, 2023 • 9min

[The China Project] Lean Lui’s critical look at bullying culture

“Being bullied in school is something that can happen to anyone,” Lui shares. “The subjects in my photos are meant to simply be symbolic. The bullies and victims could be you, maybe me, or anyone else.”Click here to read the article by Neocha.This article was originally published on Neocha and is republished with permission.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.
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Sep 8, 2023 • 10min

[The World of Chinese] Why are diamonds no longer China’s best friend?

The podcast discusses the decline of diamond popularity in China and the rise of alternative symbols of love. It explores the shift in preference from diamonds to gold as a gift for couples, highlighting the advantages of gold as an investment. The podcast also delves into the growing popularity of lab-grown diamonds and the need for diamond marketing to adapt to changing consumer behavior.
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Sep 8, 2023 • 8min

[Rest of World] Chinese sextortion scammers are flooding Twitter

Scammers are targeting Chinese-language users, harassing political dissidents and influential figures.Click here to read the article by Caiwei Chen.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.
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Sep 7, 2023 • 10min

[The China Project] A Shanghai bookseller gets kidnapped — and brings out the copyright police

In the early 20th century, Chessboard Street in Shanghai was the heart of the Chinese publishing industry. This is where our story begins: when Li Difan, a salesman for a small Shanghai bookseller, found himself in an opium den and approached by men claiming to represent a nearby province seeking textbooks…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.
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Sep 5, 2023 • 12min

[The China Project] How Crocs made a comeback in China this summer

In an otherwise restrained era for Chinese youth, the return of brightly colored, highly customizable rubber clogs allows for both escape and self-expression.Click here to read the article by Zhao Yuanyuan.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.

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