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Jan 18, 2024 • 26min

What's the return policy for exes?

Heyang, Li Yi, and Josh Cotterill discuss returning money and expensive gifts to an ex after a breakup. They explore a recent court ruling on loans and gifts in relationships, the importance of gifts in relationships and how they can cause conflict, the legal, emotional, personal, and moral aspects of returning gifts, and the challenges of dividing assets and gifts in relationships.
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Jan 18, 2024 • 25min

Chinese youth invest in annual health checkups

Chinese youth are investing in annual health checkups, contributing to the significant growth of the health checkup industry in China. Heyang, a Chinese youth health checkup expert, discusses the common medical conditions found in their reports. The podcast explores the rising prices of health checkups and the popularity of livestream shopping channels selling health checkup packages. It also emphasizes the importance of regular health checkups and the challenges young people face in taking time off work for medical visits.
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Jan 17, 2024 • 28min

Why haven't traditional Chinese fitness practices graced modern gyms?

Explore the absence of traditional Chinese fitness practices in modern gyms and the reasons behind it. Learn about the differences between modern fitness practices and traditional Chinese routines. Understand the importance of holistic exercise and the challenges of integrating traditional Chinese fitness into mainstream culture. Get practical tips for improving diet and managing workplace stress.
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Jan 17, 2024 • 25min

Man in the mirror: unpacking male skincare needs!

Skincare expert Heyang, men's grooming specialist Yushun, and cosmetics industry insider Josh Cotterill explore the increasing trend of men embracing grooming and skincare. They discuss the cultural shifts, the diversification of the skincare market, the effectiveness of marketing tactics, and the pressure and influence of beauty standards on men's personal care.
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Jan 16, 2024 • 28min

The purr-fect matchmaking for cats

Exploring the rise of pet matchmaking events and the deep affection between Chinese people and their beloved pets. Discussing the booming pet economy in China and the desire for better lives and services for pets. Exploring generational differences in expressing love for pets and the booming pet industry in China. Discussing the different types of captchas and their difficulty levels. Exploring the limitations and future of ID recognition technology.
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Jan 16, 2024 • 25min

Happiest cities in China 2023

Heyang, Niu Honglin, and Brandon Yates discuss the latest ranking of China's happiest cities and explore the factors contributing to their happiness. They analyze the top 10 cities, including Hufae, Jo Shan, and Wuhu, and discuss the importance of natural surroundings and factors like accessibility, economic opportunities, and educational and healthcare facilities. They also delve into the obsession with city rankings and how they can benefit urban development.
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Jan 15, 2024 • 28min

What can average consumers do to locate their next favorite restaurant?

Restaurant-goers discuss the challenges of trusting rating platforms and finding great restaurants. They question the reliability of ratings, share personal experiences, and explore the impact of incentives. They compare Chinese and American rating platforms and highlight the crisis of trust among young consumers. The speakers also discuss the paradox of accepting flawed choices in pursuit of justice.
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Jan 15, 2024 • 24min

Flourishing cultural spaces in China

Experts in cultural spaces development discuss the limitations of community libraries in meeting cultural needs, changing expectations of consumers, a unique glass book house in an ancient village, rural revitalization projects, and the challenges and opportunities of cultural spaces in China.
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Jan 12, 2024 • 28min

‘Blossoms Shanghai’ and the rise of Chinese TV dramas

Heyang, a Chinese TV drama expert, discusses the success and impact of Chinese TV dramas, focusing on the highly anticipated series 'Blossoms Shanghai'. The speakers explore the portrayal of 1990s Shanghai, challenges in adapting the book to the screen, and the rise of Chinese TV dramas. They also discuss the importance of good storylines and the impact of great works in the industry.
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Jan 12, 2024 • 25min

Slopes of success in Winter Olympics town of Chongli

Join Heyang, Li Yi, and Josh Cotterill as they discuss the extraordinary rise of Chongli, a world-class skiing destination. Explore the rapid development of Chongli after the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, the differences between snow sports culture in China and Europe, and the economic impact on the surrounding community.

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