Round Table China

The increasing presence of senior consumers in the online world could reshape the ecommerce marketplace. How can we optimize the online shopping experience for the elderly to ensure that they can navigate it with ease? On the show: Heyang, Ding Heng & Josh Cotterill

As some bakeries push the boundaries of creativity, their prices are also becoming more and more jaw-dropping. Are these treats reaching new heights in taste and quality, or are we witnessing a dough dilemma as prices soar? Are the prices worth the treat? / Heart to Heart - please send your audio questions to [email protected] (20:43)! On the show: Niu Honglin, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill

In a world where raising a child has transformed from a shared responsibility to a meticulous, sometimes high-tech endeavor, the maternal and infant industry stands as a testament to this paradigm shift. From the quest for the perfect diaper to the intricacies of high-end baby formula, join us as we decode the driving forces behind this parenting revolution. On the show: Niu Honglin, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill

A few Chinese universities recently announced that research publications are no longer mandatory for their PhD students. Is this a good idea? / Where do you suppose all the good small phones have gone (19:10)? On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill

In retail analysis in China, there's a somewhat tongue-in-cheek observation: Men are often consigned to the bottom of the consumption hierarchy, falling even behind pet dogs and cats. But, maybe we've gotten it wrong all those years! On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill

As our cities rapidly urbanize, many people lament the loss of landmarks and historic streets that they grew up with. Should we wipe out every old building and every ancient street to make room for bigger, taller and more efficient high-rises? We discuss the approaches to sooth our nostalgia and preserve our culture. / Have you ever thought about a personality test for companies and businesses (21:02)? On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Yushun

Outdoor sports activities are picking up in popularity. What has been driving the increasing enthusiasm in the great outdoors and who are these people climbing mountains and hugging trees? What opportunities does this trend present to relevant industries? On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Yushun

From handling minor illnesses to long-term conditions, we've got your back. Learn why community pharmacies are the neighborhood champions for health advice and support! / Motivational Monday(19:46)! On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Yushun

We explore the fascinating world of pop-up retail, or flash retailing. In my eyes, as a slightly less sympathetic observer, they're like the wannabes of the retail scene, here one day and gone the next. Our discussion will go beyond the glossy facade of pop-up stores. On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Yushun

We share with you what made us happy this week in RoundTable's Happy Place! / Music festivals used to be incubators for creativity in music, culture and fashion. Despite explosive popularity in the post-covid era, music festivals are now being questioned: Have they plateaued? Are music festivals no longer the breeding grounds for new and groundbreaking ideas in music and fashion (16:18)? On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Josh Cotterill