The “No.1 central document” for 2023 highlights the importance of agriculture and rural development. Today we take a look at the progress made so far, and ways of accomplishing goals for the future (00:40). / Tech companies track employee work time and attendance, too (23:32). / Why is yawning contagious (43:27)? On the show: Heyang, Josh Cotterill, Ningjing & Yushun

Harvard Medical School joins a number of prestigious American universities in boycotting rankings. In recent years, some Chinese universities have been doing the same. What role should college rankings play in choosing a school? Is education too complex to be ranked numerically (01:21)? / How can we best negotiate our salary (25:57)? On the show: Heyang, Zhao Ying & Josh Cotterill

"Round Table" is the premier discussion show that debates the hottest topics making headlines in China and around the world. As the most popular English language podcast from China, it covers everything from pressing social issues to the latest consumption trends. It not only keeps you informed, but goes deeper into the factors shaping the behavior of 1.4 billion people. Check it out to gain an insight into the minds of Chinese youth and feel the pulse of contemporary China.

The latest global ranking puts Beijing at 7th place on international exchange centers index. What metrics define cities as world-class international centers (00:59)? / Students receive report cards without grades (18:06). / Hit police drama reinvigorates the genre (26:30). / Are ‘game sales’ going too far (42:59)? On the show: Heyang, Huang Shan & Ding Heng

"Round Table" is the premier discussion show that debates the hottest topics making headlines in China and around the world. As the most popular English language podcast from China, it covers everything from pressing social issues to the latest consumption trends. It not only keeps you informed, but goes deeper into the factors shaping the behavior of 1.4 billion people. Check it out to gain an insight into the minds of Chinese youth and feel the pulse of contemporary China.

Individualized teaching plans and timetables for students with disabilities are rolled out in a number of schools in China. How important is it to make our schools more inclusive to students with diverse needs (00:49)? / Youngest Alzheimer's patient was diagnosed at the age of 19 (26:18). / Mom takes six-year-old son to women’s toilet (37:44). / Motivational Monday (45:50)! On the show: Heyang, Ningjing & Fei Fei

Sichuan Province in China scraps ‘marriage certificate’ requirement for birth registrations. Why the move? (00:33)? / Has online matchmaking lost its appeal for young people (17:17)? / Why has Ultimate Frisbee become so popular in China (22:36)? / Round Table's Happy Place (42:04)! On the show: Zhao Ying, Ningjing, Yushun & Josh Cotterill

We are right in the middle of the first busy recruitment season of the year in China. What are the hot industries hiring the most number of people? Do these vacancies match what job seekers are look for (01:00)? / Heart to Heart - please send your audio questions to [email protected] (25:30)! / Beijing's Sanlitun bar street to be renovated (36:22). On the show: Heyang, Huang Shan & Josh Cotterill

Patients in China are expected to pay less for a range of medications added to the country’s medical insurance catalog, starting from March 1st. We take a look at the process of negotiating cheaper drug prices in the medical system (00:49). / Short video platform opens ecommerce supermarket (24:12). / In-home personal chef service becoming more popular (34:45). On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Josh Cotterill

When you hear stories of tweens and teens making a killing with a successful business venture, you can’t help but wonder: what am I missing here? We take a look at ways of improving our financial intelligence, and address the question of when we should teach our kids about finance (01:23). / The realities behind family business succession and inheritance (26:16). / How to win an argument with a rational mind(44:52)? On the show: Heyang, Huang Shan & Li Yi