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The Bridge to China

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Nov 8, 2023 • 48min

WorkTok in the age of social media

From California to Canton, people across the world are embracing working in social media and using media at work. Jason from California and comedian Alex Shi discuss the new trend of integrating social media as one works. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 6, 2023 • 54min

California, China, and the future of green energy

Governor of California visits China to discuss green energy collaboration, highlighting the potential of subnational level visits between the two countries. They discuss a video of the Governor interacting with Chinese primary school kids and falling on a child. The podcast explores the growth and design improvements of electric vehicles in China, the Tesla Gigafactory in Shanghai, and the importance of strengthening US-China relations. It also highlights the untapped potential and experiences China has to offer and Governor Newsom's meeting with Xi Jinping. The significance of road development for economic growth in China and collaboration opportunities between California and China in green energy technologies are also discussed.
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Nov 3, 2023 • 56min

The China International Import Expo & American businesses

Explore the China International Import Expo and its significance for American businesses. Discover the intertwined economic relationship between China and the United States. Delve into the concept of openness and integration in today's world. Discuss the journey of finding Indian snacks online and the importance of food security. Highlight the role of the expo in the Belt and Road Initiative. Uncover the scale and impact of the China International Import Expo. Learn about the volunteers and language services at the expo.
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Nov 1, 2023 • 54min

China, the US, and the future of space travel

China and the United States are both set to put boots on the moon within the next decade. Will a friendly scientific rivalry give space exploration more steam? We discuss China, the US, India, and more on the topic of the ascent to the celestial worlds above. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 30, 2023 • 57min

From inflation to shrinkflation and skimpflation

The podcast discusses the concepts of shrinkflation and skimpflation, exploring how companies are reducing product sizes while maintaining the same prices. They provide examples of shrinkflation in potato chip bags and cake mix. The hosts examine the implications for consumers and discuss the reduced protein content in food and the prevalence of processed food. They also discuss concerns about the nutritional value of shrinking products and how brands are using shrinkflation and skimpflation tactics. Additionally, they explore the concept of skimpflation at Disneyland and the resurgence of domestic brands through a TikTok success story.
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Oct 23, 2023 • 55min

California’s governor Gavin Newsom visits China

Gavin Newsom is set to visit China. He will discuss cooperation on green energy across the Pacific. Will California and China move the needle forward on international clean energy cooperation? We invite Professor Josef Gregory Mahoney on The Bridge to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 23, 2023 • 55min

Is American hospice care broken?

Elderly Americans are literally being wheeled off the hospital property and dumped on the sidewalk. One caller, who worked at a hospital, claimed “she saw this a lot.” In some cases, American hospitals are leaving patients to die on the streets. We discuss how American medical care has fallen behind global norms.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 20, 2023 • 56min

Visiting every province in China

Jason shares his exciting experiences of visiting 3/4 of all provinces and regions of China. They discuss the vastness and diversity of the country, encounters with wild animals and breathtaking natural landscapes. They also talk about the vibrant ethnic diversity and dancing in Xinjiang, trying kabob dishes and fermented camel milk drinks in Ramangdolia, and their visit to Mongolia, Beijing, and E-bikes. The chapter also discusses the concept of walking streets in Chinese cities and the presence of super malls.
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Oct 18, 2023 • 57min

The Belt and Road and the developing world

The podcast discusses the Belt and Road Initiative's alternative to traditional institutions like the IMF and World Bank for infrastructure development loans. It explores the de-dollarization process and the vulnerability of the US financial system. The podcast also covers Latin America's shift towards economic ties with Asia and Africa and praises Beijing's development and infrastructure.
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Oct 16, 2023 • 55min

Big business is big on China

Western brands are rapidly growing in China. Popeyes is eyeing the growing Chinese middle class with the announcement of 1,700 new stores in the works over the coming years. We discuss how the world’s biggest middle class, and growing, is catching the attention of big business in a big way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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