Round Table China

Imagine a bridge, not of steel and concrete, but of ideas, art, and mutual respect. In today's show, we're celebrating a remarkable journey – 60 years of China and France building this metaphorical bridge. With tales of cultural exchange, environmental cooperation, and shared culinary delights, we're joined by Giorgia Maset, a connoisseur of this rich intercultural dialogue. Let's unfold the pages of this fascinating story together. On the show: Niu Honglin, Li Yi & Giorgia Maset

Spanning from January 26 to March 5, this 40-day period is not just a test of China's transportation network, but a vibrant celebration of homecoming and familial bonds. Join us as we explore the complexities, emotions, and sheer scale of the world's largest annual human migration. On the show: Niu Honglin, Laiming & Li Yi

Get ready for a discussion about corporate China's most beloved - and sometimes dreaded tradition, 年会 or annual company parties! Let's loosen our ties, roll up our sleeves, and explore whether these annual parties will continue to 'rock on' in the corporate world, or if it's time to remix the playlist for the future of workplace festivities. / The charm of street names (19:49). On the show: Heyang, Xingyu & Josh Cotterill

From Shanghai's cutting-edge in-house care services to innovative home renovations across the country, we're set to explore how China is reshaping the living spaces of its senior citizens. How will the city create a sustainable and inclusive future, in the hope of ensuring that every senior citizen can age with dignity and independence? On the show: Heyang, Xingyu & Josh Cotterill

Heart to Heart - please send your audio questions to [email protected]! / Microsoft throws a curveball into the tech world with their latest keyboard update - the AI Copilot key. Is this the dawn of a new computing era or just a flash in the tech pan (11:52)? On the show: Heyang, Ding Heng & Josh Cotterill

We dive into the surprising price gap between our friendly neighborhood pharmacies and the digital world of online pharmacies, which often leaves us bewildered at the checkout. Why does purchasing medicine from physical stores often cost more than buying the same thing online? On the show: Heyang, Ding Heng & Josh Cotterill

As China faces its first cold wave of 2024, a heated debate is brewing online about food delivery in the frosty weather. Should we think twice before hitting the 'order' button to spare delivery workers the icy trek, or do we accept it as a challenging yet integral aspect of their job? / The strength and importance of male vulnerability (22:29). On the show: Heyang, Niu Honglin & Brandon Yates

We invite you to come aboard the rollercoaster ride of cryptocurrencies. American regulators just gave the green light to Bitcoin ETFs. With big waves come big risks. Are investors ready to ride this wave and brace for a wipeout? Let's make a splash in this discussion: What do crypto ETFs mean for the future of crypto? On the show: Heyang, Niu Honglin & Brandon Yates

Mickey Mouse has entered the U.S. public domain. Does it mean anyone can freely use the image from Walt Disney's 1928 short film? Does it really matter to people of our times, some 95 years after its creation? / Motivational Monday (20:50)! On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Yushun

Aesthetic education cultivates the mind to appreciate and create beauty. As a part of the school curriculum, it has by and large been neglected for various reasons. Now, a recent initiative by China’s Ministry of Education seeks to comprehensively enhance aesthetic education. How will the authorities, schools, and families go about achieving that goal? On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Yushun