Sinica Podcast

Guests at AAS conference share insights: Michael on climate change goals, Timothy on studying China amid tensions, Chen on Chinese propaganda, Clyde on social media, Jeff on global events, Ian on online databases, Daniel on digitizing sources, Tyler on environmental cooperation, Abby on conversation spaces, Sophie on studying violence, Joe on changes in the field

Veteran China analysts Thomas Fingar and David M. Lampton discuss China's shift towards assertiveness, complexities in US-China relations, and the need for strategic empathy. They explore China's internal challenges under Xi Jinping's leadership, the impacts of globalization, and the importance of understanding each other's perspectives to avoid tensions.

Discussion on China's belief systems, capitalism, and what the West expects from China. Exploring Chinese power reflected in the internet and syncretism. Challenges of Chinese success narratives and PR. Revising Western views on China's development.

Historian Rana Mitter explores China's 'New Era' ideologies blending Confucian-Marxist synthesis, Party historiography, and global ambitions. Delving into China's ability to reinvent itself, the discussion navigates ideological contradictions, societal impacts, and historical narratives. Recommendations include 'Boy Parts' by Eliza Clark and 'Streams of Gold, Rivers of Blood' by Anthony Kaldellis.

Winners of the Schwarzman Capstone Showcase present insightful research on U.S.-China relations, One Child Policy impact in China, and decarbonization efforts in Shandong province. These young scholars offer fresh perspectives and solutions to complex issues.

Discussions cover Chinese views on Ukraine, diplomatic efforts, public opinion in China, Russian economic dependency on China, and the overlap of China's 12-Point Position with Zelensk's views. The podcast highlights China's evolving stance on the Ukraine-Russia conflict, intellectual freedom amidst conflict, China's strategic calculations, and its response to the Ukrainian conflict.

Writer Peter Hessler discusses his experiences in China and Egypt, comparing the revolutions in both countries. He delves into his approach to reporting and writing, sharing insights from his upcoming book 'Other Rivers'. The discussion also touches on societal changes in China and Egypt, character-driven storytelling, and perspectives on U.S.-China relations and generational differences.

Delve into the historical significance of the Qing abdication in 1912, exploring the decline and weaknesses of the Qing Dynasty, the drafting of the Edict of Abdication, and the transition to a constitutional democracy.

Jeremy Goldkorn, former editor-in-chief of TCP and co-founder and former co-host of Sinica, chats with Kaiser about the history of the podcast, the end of the golden years of liberalization in China, and how China changed their politics. They also discuss their different approaches to discussing China and reflect on their past experiences in media startups. Additionally, they explore the concept of Chinese exceptionalism and the motivations of China analysts in the 80s and 90s.

Maria Repnikova and Eric Olander discuss China's soft power in Africa and Sino-Russian relations. Topics include China's neutrality in conflicts, grievance-based politics, admission process of consensus-based organizations, China's media strategies, and podcast and book recommendations.