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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 256 episodes available.
February 06, 2024Su Shi: The Incorrigibly Optimistic Proto-Renaissance ManToday, we’ll look at the life and times of one of the most revered and prodigious figures in Chinese culture. He was so prolific in so many different fields that he is often considered as a proto-Renaissance man, though he was born four centuries before Leonardo da Vinci....more16minPlay
January 30, 2024Along the River During the Qingming Festival: The Original and the BestToday, we will continue to talk about how the renowned painting Along the River During the Qingming Festival stands as a testament to artistic excellence, exemplifying unparalleled and unsurpassed value in the world of art....more17minPlay
January 23, 2024Along the River During the Qingming Festival: Stand the Test of TimeToday, we’ll talk about a timeless Chinese painting that vividly portrays the dynamic scenes of urban life during the Song Dynasty, making it a cherished symbol of traditional Chinese culture and history....more17minPlay
January 16, 2024Du Fu: The Wandering Poet SageToday, we’ll introduce arguably the greatest-ever Chinese poet, who lived more than 1,000 years ago and is survived by over 1,400 poems, which in itself is nothing short of a miracle since he spent most of his life wandering across the country....more13minPlay
January 09, 2024Torrent of Genius: The Story of Guo Shoujing, the Greatest Hydraulic EngineerToday, we’ll delve into the life of a prominent hydraulic engineer during the Yuan Dynasty, who over 700 years ago played a pivotal role in Beijing’s water management and made an enduring global impact in the field of astronomical observations and calendar systems....more19minPlay
January 02, 2024Dazu Rock Carvings: The Last Monument of Chinese Rock ArtToday, we’ll talk about a UNESCO World Heritage Site developed from the 9th through the 13th centuries in Chongqing. Famed for its unique rock carvings, the site has caught the public’s attention again recently due to its unfortunate connection with climate change....more12minPlay
December 26, 2023Joint Archaeology: Uncovering the Silk Road’s Lost CivilizationToday, we’ll talk about how Chinese archaeologists, along with their Central Asian counterparts, are exploring the Silk Road to unlock some of the greatest mysteries of ancient migrations and kingdoms....more16minPlay
December 19, 2023Flying Tigers Veterans: Heights of FriendshipToday, we delve into the poignant visit to China by WWII veterans and relatives of the renowned Flying Tigers. This gathering serves as a heartfelt commemoration of their historical achievements, prompting reflection on the future trajectory of China-US relations....more15minPlay
December 12, 2023Chinese Students in the US: an Unaccomplished MissionToday, we will explore the commencement of the first group of Chinese students who embarked on their studies in the United States about 150 years ago. Remarkably, many among them emerged as pivotal figures in the pursuit of national liberation and the nation’s journey toward modernity....more15minPlay
December 05, 2023Pu’er Tea Forests: Into the Deep GreenToday, we’ll talk about the Pu’er tea forests of Jingmai Mountain in Yunnan Province that have now become the latest UNESCO heritage site in China. Local people are excited but also somewhat anxious about whether the new designation will disrupt the lifestyle they have enjoyed for a thousand years. ...more16minPlay
FAQs about The Context:How many episodes does The Context have?The podcast currently has 256 episodes available.