The Bridge to China

The podcast delves into the increase in direct flights between the US and China, exploring how it can enhance cross-cultural understanding. It also discusses unique cultural food experiences in China, the importance of promoting Sino-US educational exchange, and the challenges and benefits of language acquisition. Furthermore, the podcast touches on cultural appropriation and the significance of facilitating student travel to China through direct flights.

With Sino-US diplomacy warming, the US is eagerly back at the table, to get more pandas. China could soon send two pandas to the San Diego Zoo. Is Panda Diplomacy back? Beibei and Jason discuss the possibility.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today with us is Ben Norton, an investigative journalist and analyst. Ben is the founder and editor of Geopolitical Economy Report. He lived in and reported from Latin America for several years, and is now based in Beijing, China. He discusses how so many western reporters get China’s economy so wrong. What is the future of the US, China and Europe in a quickly changing world? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are joined by Mitchell Presnick, an American who is a Visiting Fellow of Practice at Harvard, founder of Super 8 Hotels China, 35-year resident of Beijing and Hong Kong. We ask him about China's economy and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exploring the trend of joint home purchases, risks of buying property with friends, and considerations for time share ownership. The podcast dives into financial and credit risks of joint house ownership, challenges of purchasing a house with a friend, and the attire choices of wealthy individuals.

In 1980's America, in the Suburbs of California, young Jason got 2 dollars a week from his mom and dad. But in today's America, many adult Gen Z kids are also getting allowances from their parents according to a new survey by the Pew Research Center. What has been driving the need to care for kids financially into adulthood? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

UN Women designated this year's Women's Day theme as 'Invest in women: Accelerate progress.' How do we transcend gender roles? And how does China's Two Sessions help women lead? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exploring China's Two Sessions, the podcast delves into China's achievements in poverty alleviation, healthcare, and education. It compares China's collaborative governance approach with Western democracy, highlighting the diverse representation and continuous economic reforms within a five-year cycle. The discussion also touches on the limitations of US democracy and misconceptions around capitalism and property ownership.

A British man shares how visiting China changed his outlook, from initial anxiety to embracing the culture. The podcast explores his evolution from organizing murder mystery parties to teaching English in China. It also highlights his experiences in Xinjiang, a transformed city with rich cultural encounters, and contrasts Western perceptions with positive encounters in China. The narrative emphasizes the importance of authentic insights and firsthand experiences in reshaping perspectives.

Exploring energy storage alternatives beyond traditional batteries, including using water in small-scale hydro power stations and large concrete blocks. Discussing China's innovative energy storage solutions and advancements in green technology, inspiring other countries to transition towards sustainable energy sources. Highlighting challenges faced by US renewable energy technology development and the need for policy changes to stay competitive globally.