The first Slam Dunk movie finally hit Chinese cinemas, and has already set records for the animation genre. Fans have been waiting for 28 years since the Japanese manga and anime series concluded, and they are giving it a rousing welcome! Not many imported movies have enjoyed success close to this magnitude in recent years. What took the sheen off imported movies (01:26)? / To plan or not to plan when traveling (27:10)? / 55-year-old delivery man publishes poetry debut (45:09). On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Josh Cotterill

Have Chinese audience lost their interest in imported films?

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After a lifetime of yearning, Milton's quest to reconnect with his childhood memories ends with unfulfilled longing. Yet, his final wishes lead his wife Betty to a journey uncovering long-hidden tales of Kuliang, through a chance encounter with a Chinese student...Will this twist of fate fulfill Milton's last hopes?

RT presents Echoes of Kuliang - EP4: Questing

We reflect on the rapid evolution of vocational training from traditional classrooms to dynamic online platforms. This new form of classes offers a flexible, affordable solution, transforming the landscape of education and employment. Yet, questions about quality, accessibility, and authenticity are also worth discussing. Today, let's assess the state of digital education, exploring both its triumphs and trials in reshaping skills development. On the show: Niu Honglin, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill

Online skill training opens up new horizons for talent development

In 1911, as the Gardner family plans their return to America, Milton, Dashan, and Haiyan bid a heartfelt farewell beneath the old cedar tree. Their stories unfold through letters that suddenly cease...What happened to Milton during World War II? Will he ever reunite with his long-lost Chinese friends?

RT presents Echoes of Kuliang - EP3: Separation

In today's world, space is not merely a distant frontier but a part of our everyday life. April 24th marks the Space Day of China. Round Table invites you to stop and look up in awe into the sky. From satellites to space stations, we'll explore how advancements in aerospace technology are transforming our world, one orbit at a time. On the show: Niu Honglin, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill

Space Day special, the impact of space technology on everyday life

In the summer of 1907, Kuliang welcomes new arrivals, forging friendships and igniting romance. Milton, Dashan and Haiyan start school, exploring their homeland's natural wonders and bonding through shared adventures...

Have Chinese audience lost their interest in imported films?

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