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The Bridge to China

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Dec 18, 2023 • 56min

China, the US, space & the future of Sci-Fi

We’ve got the latest updates from NASA, and insights into the race to private space stations. From the US to China and across the globe, how are we embracing space collectively? And does an interest in Sci-Fi translate into an interest in science? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dec 11, 2023 • 52min

US-China diplomatic trends

We’re joined by geopolitical analyst Carl Zha. He gives us his takes on the direction of Sino-US diplomacy. Will China buy more US debt? Will the US lower tariffs on Chinese goods? And can we work together on global climate goals? Tune in for the insight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dec 11, 2023 • 52min

West meets East: Studying abroad in China

China is ready to invite 50,000 young Americans to China on exchange and study programs in the next five years to increase exchanges between the two peoples, especially between the youth. What could this mean for China and the US? If you or someone you know might be interested, this is the show to listen to! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dec 6, 2023 • 55min

Where do Sino-US relations go from here?

Discussion on the resilience of the US, culture shock and corruption perception in the US, struggles of American workers and media misrepresentation, perception of elites and US-China relations, China's success in solar energy vs US, and the importance of cultural understanding.
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Dec 4, 2023 • 53min

The US, China, and green energy

The podcast discusses the joint statement on climate change by the US and China, the potential for collaboration between the two countries, the challenges of moving away from fossil fuels, the contrasting adoption rates of electric vehicles in China and the US, Chinese EV brands and Tesla's popularity, solutions for reducing fossil fuel emissions and financing green energy, and the importance of advocating for climate change through corporate actions.
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Dec 1, 2023 • 52min

'Circular Living' is blowing up

Hashtag #ZeroWaste has garnered more than 4.7 million hits on Instagram. The movement to live sustainably has rapidly picked up steam and is set to break decades-old trends. We discuss how circular living may just change what modernity means. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 27, 2023 • 52min

The most common American social concerns

A controversial article on MSN entitled "18 Reasons Why America Ranks as One of the Worst Places to Live in The World" makes for an interesting discussion. Are these concerns valid? Do other countries share the same issues? Listen. Like. Subscribe.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 23, 2023 • 53min

Rethinking spending habits for the holidays

After years of inflation, how will most Americans afford the holidays? From rethinking the art of gift-giving, to tricks for saving on flights, we talk turkey and beyond. Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year, and Chinese New Year are big times for spending. But how much is enough in today's world and for today’s wallets?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 21, 2023 • 56min

Is the high cost of housing the new normal?

Rent is growing faster than incomes around the US. Median renters need to spend 29.6% of their monthly income on rent. In many cases the cost of buying a home has tripled in just a few years. Is this the new norm? Will things change? Is this the same all over the world? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 16, 2023 • 45min

Discussing Sino-US relations across the Pacific

Jason joins Li Jingjing in San Francisco and Danny Haiphong in New York to talk about Sino-US relations. Can APEC warm diplomatic relations? Will the Xi-Biden meeting improve our outlook? What is the world hoping for? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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