The podcast looks at China's rise as a technological powerhouse. It focuses on its dominance in areas such as artificial intelligence, electric cars, quantum computing and the rapid adoption of new technologies.

It explores how a model with fewer individual freedoms and strong state control seems to drive innovation. It also addresses controversies about social control in China and its impact on citizen security and satisfaction.

Finally, it considers whether China should continue to be seen as a rival to the West and should instead be our best technological ally.