Round Table is a premier English radio/podcast show, straight from Beijing. Hear what's buzzing on the Internet and the main streets, see the latest lifestyle trends, and feel the pulse of life in China, Round Table is your golden ticket. With dynamic cultural exchanges between hosts from diverse backgrounds, we take you on a journey deep into modern China. We invite you to join our conversation! Shoot us an email or a voice memo at [email protected]. Let the fun begin!
In this episode of Round Table, Niu Honglin, Steve, and Yushan discuss two main topics: the trend of urban ruins exploration among Chinese youth and the "swag gap" in relationships. The first segment explores the aesthetics of "Dreamcore" and the dangers associated with exploring abandoned sites, including physical ris...
In this episode of Round Table, Steve, Yushun, and Fei Fei discuss China's national reading campaign and the new regulations aimed at promoting reading across the country. They explore how the initiative seeks to create a reader-friendly environment, support physical bookstores, and ensure access to books in both urban...
In this episode of Round Table, Steve, Yushan, and Fei Fei discuss the growing popularity of ice hockey in China. They explore the history of the sport in the country, noting its roots in the early 20th century and its resurgence after the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. The conversation covers the increasing number of y...
In this episode of Round Table, Niu Honglin, along with Laiming and Yushun, discuss two main topics: the transformation of used cooking oil into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and the emergence of AI-powered street stalls. The discussion covers the rising price and export of used cooking oil from China, its role in re...
The Round Table podcast episode features Niu Honglin, Steve, and Fei Fei discussing the revival of Yimakan, an oral heritage of the Hezhen people in China, and its move to UNESCO's representative list. They explore how technology and cultural policies aid in preserving intangible cultural heritage, touching on examples...
In this episode of Round Table, Niu Honglin, along with Fei Fei and Steve Hatherley, explore the concept of time banking as a potential solution to the challenges posed by China's aging population. They discuss how time banking works, its history, and examples of its implementation in various countries, including China...
In this episode of Round Table, Steve, Fei Fei, and Yushun discuss Beijing's new policy of banning de-icing agents on sidewalks and other areas in favor of manual snow removal to protect soil and water health, balancing environmental benefits with concerns about safety and efficiency. They also explore the concept of s...
The Round Table podcast episode discusses China's "Outstanding Engineer Training Reform," a national initiative aimed at bridging the gap between academic engineering education and real-world industrial needs. The hosts explore the program's structure, which involves collaboration between universities, enterprises, and...
In this episode of Round Table, Niu Honglin, Steve, and Yushan discuss the age restrictions in Chinese academia, particularly the "35 and under" rule for PhD job applicants, examining its prevalence, legal basis, and impact on young scholars. They explore the increasing number of PhD graduates, the limited job position...
In this episode of Round Table, Steve Hatherly, along with Yushan and Fei Fei, discuss China's new national safety standards for e-bikes, which went into effect on December 1st. The new standards aim to improve fire safety by reducing the use of flammable materials and enhancing post-accident identification. They also ...
The Round Table podcast episode discusses two main topics: the resurgence of gold's popularity among young Chinese consumers and the Hainan International Film Festival. The hosts explore how gold has transformed from a traditional investment to a trendy fashion statement, driven by online live streaming and innovative ...
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