Round Table China

Have you noticed that your friends and coworkers all seem to be on vacations (while you are the one still slaving away?). In the peak of summer, it is customary for people to take a break, go travel, shop or simply take some time off to relax with family and friends. It's also a great time for businesses, too. On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Brandon Yates

Have you ever wondered why mobile apps thrive but their web counterparts are on the demise? We explore the fascinating dynamics between mobile apps and their web cousins. / "Momo", in the name of online anonymity (18:34). On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Josh Cotterill

Bicycles used to be the main means of transportation in many Chinese cities. They are making a comeback these days with the ubiquitous shared bikes. And cycling fanatics are grabbing our eyes from early mornings, late afternoons all the way to the middle of the night. Perhaps it is not too surreal to assume that Bicycle Motocross will only surge in popularity with more exposure at the Olympic Games. / Why do employers post job vacancies on lifestyle platform Xiaohongshu, or Red (14:40)? On the show: Laiming, Yushan & Josh Cotterill

Enjoy a discussion on the ongoing reforms in China. This diverse panel of young guests bring unique perspectives on the resolution adopted at the third plenary session of the 20th CPC Central Committee. On the show: Niu Honglin, Ian Wong, student of Yenching Academy, Peking University, Daniel Barbosa, student of Yenching Academy, Peking University, and Dr. Nazmus Sakib, pediatrician with Peking University First Hospital.

Sport climbing is a recent addition to the Olympic arena. While we are all likely to have seen it on TV, relatively few of us have personally got our hands, and our feet, on the bolts. But that is about to change, as more and more people are getting inspired from competitions to be featured at the upcoming Paris Olympics. On the show: Laiming, Yushan & Josh Cotterill.

Today, we shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions of young climate activists and examine China's remarkable strides in reducing carbon emission. We will also be exploring the potential of AI and technology in revolutionizing sustainable development. On the show: Niu Honglin, Li Wenli & Wang Hanyuan

Let's continue our fun discovery of exciting emerging sports at the Paris Olympics. And for this episode, we turn our spotlight to the dynamic sport of skateboarding. Where did it originate and how did it become an Olympic event? What are the specific rules and formats used in competitions? / The 2024 Paris Olympics are introducing some innovative cooling strategies this summer (15:17). On the show: Niu Honglin, Yushun & Steve Hatherly

Heyang and Laiming chat with Clementine Ebel, strategic consultant at Venture Education. Together, they explore the effects of China's educational reforms, and the valuable lessons we can learn from each other's experiences.

Welcome to another thrilling installment of our series, spotlighting the emerging sports on the Olympic roster! The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are about to get a serious upgrade in the cool department with breakdancing making its debut. From the streets to the world stage, let's shine some extra light how these b-boys and b-girls who are going to battle it out for Olympic glory! / How immersive theater is captivating China's youth (14:40). On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Brandon Yates

From tech-driven success stories to AI-powered business models and China's e-commerce revolution, it is always exciting to analyze the factors that are propelling China's as well as the world's economic development.

Today, Niu Honglin talks with Li Dongni, Associate Professor at Beijing Institute of Technology, and Daniel Barbosa, a Brazilian student at Yenching Academy, Peking University. They discuss how new quality productive forces, AI, and e-commerce are driving industry upgrades, with inspiring stories of technological advancements and AI-powered success.