Round Table China

The 6th Silk Road Intl. Cultural Expo is held in the enchanting city of Dunhuang. Among the many highlights is relic digitalization. Why is it important? What are the latest applications? How are technologies enhancing the protection and restoration of our precious cultural heritage? On the show: Niu Honglin Yushun & Zhao Chenchen

Note: This episode originally aired on August 17, 2023

It's hard not to feel stressed and helpless when we are bombarded with news of extreme weather conditions and disasters around the world. We also need to face the evidence that what we’ve been witnessing are real consequences of climate change. What can we do to deal with the stress and anxiety? / Heart to Heart - please send your audio questions to [email protected] (20:43)! On the show: Laiming, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill

We continue our exploration in the vibrant world of CIFTIS. In our last episode, we delved into an exhibitor's perspective, but today, it's about you - the real audience. Not only will we give you a glimpse into the fair's trends but we'll also discuss how they're reshaping our daily lives. On the show: Niu Honglin, Xingyu & Dou Hongyu

Note: This episode originally aired on June 13, 2023

The wildfire smoke shrouding New York City has made taking a breather more challenging, as the air quality in the city hits an all-time low. Parts of the world, including a dozen of Chinese cities, are bracing for another searing summer, with temperatures already at unprecedented levels. We take a look at abnormal weather conditions that humanity has to face. / China's UnionPay surpasses Visa with largest market share of debit card transactions (20:44). On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill

Today, we transport you to the current hotspot in Beijing, the 2023 China International Fair for Trade in Services, also known as CIFTIS. This annual event is not just a trade show but also a window into the future of services, technology, and innovation. On the show: Niu Honglin, Xingyu & Yawen

Note: This episode originally aired on July 3, 2023

Recently, a fine dining restaurant in Beijing has stopped serving children under the age of 12. The move has reignited a longstanding debate about children in restaurants. Should kids be welcomed in fancy restaurants? / Motivational Monday (21:01)! On the show: Heyang, Niu Honglin & Pearl

Note: This episode originally aired on July 3, 2023

In an effort to secure electricity availability for Shanghai residents, local governments have churned out new policies and measures for another very hot summer, including subsidies for off-peak usage and virtual power plants, to name a few. We take a look at effective measures aimed at better managing soaring power consumption in China. On the show: Heyang, Niu Honglin & Pearl

High school reunions offer a great way to reconnect with old friends and classmates. But they can kick up some unhappy memories, or become a competition game you never signed up for. Is it worth going? / Round Table's Happy Place (20:21)! On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Josh Cotterill

Being in control of your life sounds like a positive thing, but too much of a need for being in control can lead to heightened stress, reduced flexibility (and not to mention strained relationships). We discuss the idea of letting go of control, at least some, and maybe that’ll free up some headspace. On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Josh Cotterill

Some people find it easy to fall in love. Others... not so much. Maybe they’ve been looking in the wrong places. Could job-seeking apps be the way to go, finding employment and romance at the same time? / Heart to Heart - please send your audio questions to [email protected] (20:44)! On the show: Heyang, Xingyu & Josh Cotterill