30,000 runners took part in the Beijing Marathon over the weekend. What is special about the foot race and why can it attract such a large following? / Motivational Monday (21:56)! On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Fei Fei

We are starting a special series this week looking at the world around us through the unique lens of cities. In China and around the world, urbanization continues to provide new incentives for economic growth and social development. As such, cities and their residents deserve special attention. Today, in the first episode of the series, we look at urban development with young people in mind. On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Fei Fei

The recent news of an unleashed Rottweiler dog attacking a toddler has prompted local authorities to tighten regulations on owning oversized dogs and promote responsible pet ownership. To help dogs behave better, a new generation of pet parents is sending their furry friends to school for training. How can we better control pet dogs in public? / Quirky profile photos show work moods (18:00). On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill

Welcome to the Concert Boom of 2023! But here's the catch - getting a ticket is like trying to catch a shooting star. One has to win a race to get a seat! We take a look at the incredible & irreplaceable live music experience and the economic impact of live concerts! On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill

What if I told you that discounts and great deals are just a click away for your next dinner date or spa retreat? That's the magic of "local life services" in China! We peel back the curtain to reveal the secrets of this thrill-seeking trend. / Heart to Heart - please send your audio questions to [email protected] (19:28)! On the show: Niu Honglin, Yushun & Josh Cotterill

With China's highly competitive job market and a lack of enough career guidance in universities, life coaches are stepping in to fill the void and help the latest wave of graduates navigate their career choices. Today, Round Table invites you to delve into the world of life coaching. On the show: Niu Honglin, Yushun & Josh Cotterill

The nail-care industry has been taking off big time in China for years. From nail tips and kits to nail salon services, there's a whole ecosystem of small businesses thriving on the beauty treatment of nails. Companies have set their eyes on the international market. / Why do celebrities change their names (17:10)? On the show: Heyang, Junya & Josh Cotterill

A new Bloomberg survey has found that it's getting a lot harder for young Americans to leave their parents' nest. And when you look around the world, renting a place on your own as an adult, seen in some cultures as an important step to independence and adulthood, just isn't as easy as it used to be. We delve into changes in the housing market, and perceptions towards independence and the self-made ideal. On the show: Heyang, Junya & Josh Cotterill

Recently, a popular Chinese toy maker has launched its first theme park in Beijing. Our discussion unlocks the magic of immersive experiences, as we explore the rewards and hurdles of IP-driven theme parks. / Surfing app changes how people surf (19:59). On the show: Heyang, Xingyu & Brandon Yates

The pandemic has shown us the pros and cons of remote work. Now in a post-pandemic world, a hybrid system of allowing employees days of working both from office and from home has taken hold in some companies in the US, UK, New Zealand and so on. But it's still less common in the Chinese workplace. Why the discrepancy? On the show: Heyang, Xingyu & Brandon Yates