Round Table China

Summer vacation spending heats up!

Smart hiring? AI in recruitment

In this episode of Round Table, Steve Hatherly, along with Niu Honglin and Fei Fei, discuss the increasing role of AI in recruitment, highlighting its benefits such as faster candidate matching and efficient screening, while also addressing ethical concerns like fairness, bias, and potential for fraud. They share perso...

Parents embrace hands-on kindergarten in China

Reforming animal releases with respect

In this episode of Round Table, Niu Honglin, Steve, and Yunqi discuss China's new regulations on the traditional animal release practice known as fangsheng, where animals are released into the wild, often for spiritual reasons. While the practice is rooted in compassion and respect for life, it can lead to ecological d...

National Low Carbon Day

The office scapegoat trap

In this episode of Round Table, Heyang, Steve Hatherly, and Yushan discuss the phenomenon of workplace scapegoating, exploring how individuals can be unfairly blamed for team or systemic failures. They differentiate between leaders taking responsibility and individual employees becoming scapegoats, delving into the psy...

Industrial tourism is factory fun!

Lightweight camping taking off in China

In this episode of Round Table, Heyang, Steve Hatherly, and Yushun discuss the growing trend of lightweight camping in China, contrasting it with the earlier "glamping" trend. They explore the motivations behind this shift towards minimalism, including convenience, cost considerations, and a desire to connect with natu...

Less is more! China's energy shift

Men fall fast; women fall wiser

In this episode of Round Table, Steve Hatherly, Niu Honglin, and Yushun discuss a study on the differences between men and women when falling in love, noting that men tend to fall in love faster while women may fall deeper. They consider the study's methodology, findings, and potential limitations, highlighting the inf...

BREAKTHROUGH: Robots that feel like us!

AI hair washing? Ready to try?

In this episode of Round Table, Heyang, Steve Hatherly, and Ding Heng discuss two main topics: AI-powered hair washing stations in China and the concept of "dry begging." The discussion on AI hair washing covers the technology, its availability in major Chinese cities, the business investment aspects, and customer revi...

Salt batteries! The future of clean energy?

Are you an echoist?

In this episode of Round Table, Steve Hatherly, along with Niu Honglin and Yushan, delve into two distinct topics: echoism and "office chair butt." The discussion on echoism explores its origins, characteristics, and potential impact, particularly in relationships and childhood development, offering tips on how to reco...

China's 120 years of cinematic magic

Decision Fatigue? Your brain needs a break!

In this episode of Round Table, Heyang, Yushun, and Steve Hatherly discuss decision fatigue, exploring its causes, impact, and potential solutions. They delve into the science behind how our brains process the numerous daily decisions, distinguishing between intentional and habitual actions. The panel also examines how...

Movies beyond borders at SIFF

Exoskeletons on the Great Wall!

In this episode of Round Table, Heyang, Steve, and Yushan discuss the increasing trend of "painless tourism" in China, focusing on the use of robotic exoskeletons at the Great Wall and Mount Tai to aid climbers. They explore whether these technologies enhance accessibility or diminish the authentic experience of engagi...

Shanghai International Film Festival Fever!

Child brain training: Help or hype?

The Round Table podcast episode discusses the booming yet murky market of children's brain development businesses in China, where companies promise to unlock children's brain potential through various methods, many of which are rooted in pseudoscience and deceptive marketing. The hosts, Heyang, Steve, and Yushan, explo...