The Bridge to China

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The Bridge to China episodes

March 20, 2023 We bring you the fiery debates around climate change in 2023
“For the hundreds of millions of people living in small island developing states and other low-lying coastal areas around the world, sea-level rise is a torrent of trouble,” the UN Secretary General just warned. From climatologists flying to Davos in private jets, to Biden selling US gas on international markets and trending debates on the use of gas stoves, The Bridge radio show brings you the latest fiery debates regarding the climate.
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54 min
March 15, 2023 Is the newly proposed Texas law a 21st century version of the discriminatory ‘Chinese Exclusion Act?’
“A new law banning Chinese citizens from buying property has some wondering if they’re welcome in Texas” according to an article this month in the Los Angeles Times. Have we entered a new period where questions similar to the Chinese Exclusion Act and the Japanese Internment are becoming normalized in US discourse? What’s at stake and what can be done? The Bridge takes on this critical issue. Join our discussion.
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53 min
March 13, 2023 How can all of us play a part in building bridges between nations?
CEO of FastForward Marketing, Cyrus Janssen is a geopolitical analyst, investor, speaker, and social media influencer with over 1 million fans across his social media platforms. He recently gave a TED Talk to inspire the youth. Born in the United States, Cyrus lived in China for 15 years. He shares his insights on China with Jason&Alex and how the US and China can build new bridges together.
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55 min
March 07, 2023 Women hold up half the sky: gender and STEM in 2023
As Women’s Day approaches, we at The Bridge discuss trending topics regarding the lives of ladies across the globe. From gender gaps in the digital industry, to gender-based violence and female leadership, we survey the landscape of inclusivity. Our hosts from China and the US bring you fresh insights into the often-hidden struggles of women around the world.
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53 min
March 06, 2023 What does China's democratic process look like?
China's 'Two Sessions' is being held in Beijing. Folks outside China have little understanding of China's democratic processes. In 2022, research group 'Latana' proved Chinese folks were more likely to rank the Chinese government as 'democratic' than any other nation in the world would rank their own.
With so little known in the West about what China calls "Whole-Process People's Democracy," we at The Bridge discuss the moving parts of this democratic system.
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54 min
March 03, 2023 China’s annual Two Sessions will decide this year’s goals: what are the Two Sessions and what matter the most to Chinese people?
The "Two Sessions", the biggest annual event on China's political calendar, will begin this weekend. Thousands of national lawmakers and political advisors will gather for these important political meetings that cover every aspect of China's development and people's wellbeing. The lawmakers and political advisors are from all walks of life in China, including farmers, workers, teachers…people from different regions and ethnic groups. The ideas and advices of regular Chinese folks sound a lot like the dreams Americans have too. Tune in to hear the hopes that we all share in common.
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55 min
March 01, 2023 From mandatory going above to quiet quitting, media can’t keep its story straight: we tell you what’s what
From exceeding your job description to quiet-quitting and lying-flat, the media sells us a mixed bag of seemingly incompatible narratives. So, which is it? Are we working too much or not enough? Alex and Jason delineate the borders of our changing career landscapes. If you want to avoid the landmines of today’s office culture, this episode is mandatory. So set your podcast to The Bridge, sit back and enjoy your compulsory relax time.
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54 min
February 26, 2023 Chinese tourists spend more on international tourism than any nation on earth: Who will win their hearts?
According to a CNN article from January 27th, Louis Vuitton - Moët Hennessy, commonly known as LVMH, "cheers the 'spectacular' return of Chinese tourists." With hundreds of billions of dollars of income in the global tourism game at stake, who will win-over Chinese travelers? What are Chinese travelers looking for as they tour the globe?
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53 min
February 24, 2023 What is reverse mentorship and how are the young mentoring the old?
Is the dynamic of "mentorship" changing shape? While mid-level leaders are still learning from seasoned professionals, a new tradition is trending. "Reverse Mentorship" is younger employees showing their mature leaders the ropes of new tech. We talk about youths volunteering to help retirees use social media. What can interns teach CEOs? Is your workplace is in need of a shakeup?. Alex explains trends in Chinese social media to Jason. This is The Bridge.
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55 min
February 23, 2023 Meet an American Doctor-Musician-Community Organizer Whose Whole Life is Helping Others
From community organizer and volunteer in the US to winning China’s “Friendship” award and working as a volunteer across China, Dr. Mark Levine uses his time to help others. Need inspiration to change the world? Listen to a singer song writer building bridges between the US and China through Music, education, writing and giving back to the global community. He inspires our host; he’ll inspire you. And he concludes the show with an inspirational piece of music. This is The Bridge: our interview with Dr. Mark Levine, American in China.
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Our hosts, from the US and China, discuss what unites us. Using enlightening stories and brilliant guests from all walks of life, we join hands in laughter, building bridges across our cultural…