Round Table China

Imagine an office devoid of the presence of the boss. Some companies are actually like that. Will this be a new wave at the workplace in the future, or just a utopian dream, given the boss' tendency to boss around (00:59)? / Why aren't you winning your arguments (27:43)? / We take a look at a “Train Station in the Forest” in Jiaxing city (48:13). On the show: Heyang, Huang Shan & Ding Heng

From takeout back to home-cooking, what's driving young people back into the kitchen (00:45)? / IUCN announced the extinction of Chinese paddlefish and wild Yangtze sturgeon (21:19). / Men pay more attention to clothing, but choices are limited (26:05). / Motivational Monday (43:58)! On the show: Heyang, Huang Shan & Ding Heng

A recent survey found that many young people have ditched online matchmaking websites for more natural and instinctive ways of finding a potential partner (00:58). / Xinjiang, one of the hottest tourist destinations (25:58). / Round Table’s Happy Place (40:22). On the show: Heyang, Huang Shan & Josh Cotterill

China's top court has issued a new guideline to offer victims of domestic violence easier access to personal protection orders on July 15. How can the law protect victims of domestic violence in a more effective manner (01:04)? / Can you put down roots while living in a recreational vehicle (24:38)? / Heart to Heart - please send your audio questions to [email protected] (42:03)! On the show: Heyang, Laiming & Fei Fei

Yes, it's wonderful to be in a romantic relationship, but does it mean you can't live a great life without such experiences? Is romantic love necessary for everyone (00:58)? / Will roommate selection using online data help with harmony in dorms (23:01)? On the show: Heyang, Laiming & Josh Cotterill

Babies, like cats, are everywhere on the internet. Babies and kids are too young to work the technology. So it's usually the parents who are orchestrating the digital displays of their children. Is it safe? What are the perils of "sharenting" (00:55)? / Heat waves are sweeping over multiple regions in the world (26:28). / Are fancy menus effective in attracting diners (43:19)? On the show: Heyang, Laiming & Huang Shan

Accumulating shopping loyalty points is a tried and tested way to engage customers. But why is the process for redeeming the loyalty points so difficult (00:51)? / Where are the best peaches from in China (26:03)? / Motivational Monday (45:14)! On the show: Heyang, Laiming & Fei Fei

Is recycling old clothes a form of charity or business (00:47)? / Buying a car is big decision to make for most people. What are some top factors that make or break a car deal (26:10)? / Counting art references hidden in a recent music video has become a fun game to play for fans and internet users alike. How many have you spotted (44:57)? On the show: Heyang, Huang Shan & Josh Cotterill

The scorching summer has once again descended upon us. And kids are out of school. What are the most amazing summer vacation destinations in China (00:47)? / Can livestream book sales save the publishing industry (26:04)? On the show: Heyang, Huang Shan & Josh Cotterill

While we hope to return to live concerts, music festivals, and shows just like in the pre-pandemic times, the online music scene has blossomed quite spectacularly in 2022. A slew of high-profile virtual concerts headlining big names in the music industry have brought in tens of millions of fans online in real time. This shift to the virtual space has unlocked, quite possibly, a new music culture. But will demand for online concerts remain when the pandemic subsides (01:20)? / Reusable packaging helps to reduce packaging waste (25:56). / Courts see rise in emojis used as evidence in lawsuits (43:53). On the show: Heyang, Laiming & Fei Fei