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NewsChina explores the perspectives driving today’s China and its people with a deep dive into the histories that shaped them.... more
FAQs about The Context:How many episodes does The Context have?The podcast currently has 302 episodes available.
January 30, 2026Siku Quanshu: Lost and BoundToday, we’ll talk about a digital project that recounts the creation of the most comprehensive book collection in Chinese history and the efforts to protect it from the ravages of war....more16minPlay
January 27, 2026Tang Architecture: Modern Science Illuminates Ancient Craftsmanship (II)Today, we’ll continue to explore modern scientific advances and ongoing research that deepen understanding of Tang-era structures, emphasizing the importance of sustained study and cultural heritage preservation....more22minPlay
January 20, 2026Tang Architecture: Modern Science Illuminates Ancient Craftsmanship (I)In the first installment of what will be a two-part feature, we’ll talk about the historic quest to rediscover and preserve China’s Tang Dynasty wooden architecture, highlighting key discoveries, early investigations, and the challenges posed by time and restoration....more21minPlay
January 13, 2026A County’s Pride: Discovering Liao-Era Architectural Masterpiece (II)In this second half of our feature on Liao-era architecture, we’ll uncover how the lesser-known Gaoyuan Temple and other Liao structures embody cultural continuity, meticulous craftsmanship, and the enduring legacy of China’s architectural heritage....more22minPlay
January 06, 2026A County’s Pride: Discovering Liao-Era Architectural Masterpiece (I)In the first installment of what will be a two-part feature, we’ll talk about how two very distinct Liao-era temples reveal the ingenuity, grandeur, and spiritual vision of ancient Chinese wooden architecture....more21minPlay
December 30, 2025Jiaohe Ruins: The Carved CityToday, we’ll talk about one of the world’s most perfectly preserved settlements, which offers valuable insights into ancient urban planning, construction techniques and the vibrant religious and cultural exchanges along the Silk Road....more15minPlay
December 23, 2025Shifting Targets: The Evolution of Archery Rites in Ancient ChinaToday, we’ll talk about the evolution of archery rites in ancient China that became understood through a bronze artifact in the shape of an arrow-pierced turtle, highlighting how archery transformed from a martial art essential for kings into a politically significant ritual....more18minPlay
December 16, 2025Houguan Culture: Grounds for GeniusToday, we’ll talk about how a tradition of learning and openness in an ancient county in Fuzhou helped to shape the ideas of key figures in the development of education in modern China....more13minPlay
December 12, 2025Xiao Qian: Across Frontlines and CulturesToday, we’ll talk about the life of Xiao Qian, a Chinese writer, war correspondent, translator and cultural ambassador whose words bridged China and the world across wars, revolutions, and a century of change....more15minPlay
December 09, 2025Empire in Exile: Rediscovering Southern Song BurialsToday, we’ll talk about one of the most intriguing archaeological discoveries in recent Chinese history – the long-lost imperial tombs of the Southern Song dynasty, hidden for centuries beneath quiet tea fields in Zhejiang Province....more15minPlay
FAQs about The Context:How many episodes does The Context have?The podcast currently has 302 episodes available.