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, Heyang, along with Steve Hatherly and Yushun, discuss China's booming delivery sector, which has already surpassed 100 billion parcels delivered in 2025. They attribute this growth to rising household incomes, the consumer goods trade-in program, and the convenience of e-commerce, noting...
In this episode of Round Table, Steve, Yunqi, and Yushan discuss the growing trend of using real people as non-player characters (NPCs) at tourist destinations in China, drawing parallels to similar characters in places like Disneyland and Universal Studios. They explore how these NPCs, often rooted in Chinese history ...
In a Round Table discussion live from Beijing, Steve, Yushan, and Yunqi explore the rising health challenges among children, including myopia, spinal issues, obesity, and mental health concerns like depression and anxiety. They attribute these problems to increasingly sedentary lifestyles, lack of outdoor activities an...
The Round Table podcast episode discusses menopause, aiming to break the taboo and foster understanding of this natural life stage affecting billions of women globally. The hosts, Heyang, Steve Hatherly, and Niu Honglin, explore the physical and emotional challenges women face, including symptoms like hot flashes, mood...
The Round Table podcast discusses China's nationwide effort to renovate old residential neighborhoods, focusing on projects that upgrade infrastructure, add community services, and preserve historical elements. The discussion covers the scope of these renovations, eligibility criteria for neighborhoods, and the integra...
In this episode of Round Table, the hosts discuss meal sequencing, a strategy of eating food groups in a specific order to manage blood sugar levels and improve overall health, highlighting the benefits of eating fiber and protein before carbs. They share personal experiences and tips, while also acknowledging the chal...
Round Table China features a discussion with Heyang, Yushun, and Steve Hatherly, who delve into two main topics: the rising price of lemons and the emergence of lemon milk as a trendy beverage, and the human tendency to make snap judgments and how it affects personal growth. The first segment explores the reasons behin...
In this episode of Round Table, Heyang, Steve, and Yushan discuss the blurring lines between personal sharing and commercial advertising on social media platforms, particularly in China. They examine cases where individuals and companies faced fines for promotional posts on platforms like WeChat and Douyin, debating wh...
In this episode of Round Table, Heyang, Steve Hatherly, and Yushan discuss the increasing heat waves around the world and their impact on lifestyles, particularly in China. They explore the surge in air conditioner sales, including the new trend of kitchen ACs, and the efforts to make ACs more energy-efficient through ...
In this episode of Round Table, Heyang, Steve Hatherly, and Gao Junya discuss vacation guilt, particularly in the American and Chinese workforces, exploring the reasons behind employees' reluctance to take time off and the consequences of vacation deprivation, including burnout and decreased productivity; they also off...
The Round Table podcast episode features Heyang, Steve, and Guo Yan discussing two main topics: the growing popularity of ping pong among urban professionals in China and the high demand for seat F on China's high-speed trains. The discussion on ping pong covers the reasons behind its resurgence, including its affordab...
In this episode of Round Table, Steve, Yushun, and Yushan discuss functional fitness and a new dating trend called "throning." The first segment explores the growing popularity of functional fitness, which prioritizes practical strength for everyday activities over aesthetic muscle building. They discuss examples of fu...
In this episode of Round Table, Heyang, Yushun, and Steve Hatherly discuss the rise of AI anchors in China and their impact on broadcasting students and the media landscape. They explore the technology behind AI anchors, their current applications in news and live streaming, and the potential implications for human bro...
In this episode of Round Table, Heyang, along with Steve Hatherly and Yushan, discuss the transformation of China's music streaming industry over the past decade due to stricter copyright rules. They explore the shift from rampant piracy to paid subscriptions, the impact on music platforms, and changing user behavior. ...
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