The Bridge to China

Acorn Studio
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Jun 24, 2025 • 55min

Should we fear AI?

According to Zhang Hongjiang, founder of Beijing Academy of Artificial Intelligence: ‘AI systems should never be able to deceive humans.’ But are there other reasons to fear AI? Alex Shi and Jason Smith explain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 18, 2025 • 55min

Lessons from China's ascent

We interview author Carlos Martinez about China's economic system. He explains how China’s unique path to modernity can inspire the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 16, 2025 • 58min

Minority rights: China vs the USA

While minorities are being extradited without trials in the US, China relishes and celebrates its minority groups. What can the US learn from China's system of elevating and embracing its myriad differences? Find out more with BeiBei and Jason Smith.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 10, 2025 • 55min

The cost of living: China vs the USA

Today we delve into the finances of the average American. When polled, 25% of Americans say they “Cannot pay some of their bills.” How bad is it and how painful is it at the grocery store? Find out more with Jason Smith and BeiBei.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 3, 2025 • 60min

Can Crypto Save the US Economy?

Economist Ben Norton joins us. We ask him about the state of the US economy. Whose foreign aid is helping the Global South? And, can crypto save the US from bankruptcy?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 3, 2025 • 55min

How the US lost its own trade war?

Despite the US-led trade war affecting the world, Americans' negative views of China remain surprisingly subdued. We examine how the US public perceives China, how Chinese view Americans, and whether the global community sees the US trade war as an act of bullying. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 27, 2025 • 55min

China: realities vs expectations

We interview a Chinese influencer on the realities of life in China. Kenny Wow, who lives in a 5th tier city, makes content about real life in China. We ask him about some of the myths.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 20, 2025 • 57min

Forget what you think you know about China

Today's guest is the host of Life in China with Patrick Freeman. Patrick actively seeks out folks with bad takes on China and tries to explain what China is really like. We ask him about his quest to spread the truth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 13, 2025 • 58min

How the US began believing its own disinformation

Host of Silk and Steel Podcast, geopolitical commentator Carl Zha joins the show. He explains how the US has been drinking its own propaganda about China. And experts in the US no longer understand China, whatsoever. Listen to this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 6, 2025 • 56min

Megan Russell: China is not our enemy

Today we speak with Megan Russell, “China is Not Our Enemy Campaign" coordinator. We ask Megan how we can get the Sino-US relationship back on track. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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