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The Bridge to China
by Acorn Studio
Our hosts, from the US and China, discuss what unites us. Using enlightening stories and brilliant guests from all walks of life, we join hands in laughter, building bridges across our cultural world. This is The Bridge to China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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How DC makes investment in the USA risky
Joining us today is Dr. Warwick Powell—Queensland University of Technology academic, policy advisor, and media commentator—on the trillion-dollar question facing Chinese investment in America. Chinese firms may want in. But, as he explains, Washington's behaviour could make the risk too high.…
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China's Global Initiatives Explained
Joining us today is Einar Tangen, an international political and economic affairs commentator based in Beijing. We ask him if the world will become more peaceful or more volatile in the new world of multipolarity. Tangen explains how global governance might just preserve the peace. Hosted on…
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Sino-US relations amidst the rise of China
Joining us today is Dr. Josef Mahoney, an American professor in China teaching politics and international relations. We discuss how laws are made in China and the nature of Sino-US relations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Economist who saw 2008 coming — on China and the West
Joining us today is Dr. Steven Keen, Honorary Professor at University College London, who famously predicted the 2008 financial crisis years in advance. He discusses how China’s economy works and why it has left the West behind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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"China's Being Pretty American, Actually": Ryan Milton on the Middle Kingdom
Business researcher Ryan Milton just returned from two weeks traveling across China—and what he saw changed how he thinks about peace, diplomacy, and America's future. In this episode, he makes the case that a peaceful foreign policy isn't a concession but a strategy: one that makes the United...
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True stories of Xinjiang with a former police officer
Former British police officer Jerry Grey cycled more than 40,000 kilometres across China — alone. What he discovered along the way bears little resemblance to the China of Western imagination. In this episode of The Bridge, he shares what he saw, who he met, and why he believes the West has China...
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China's Strategy: get rich through world peace
Joining us today is Carl Zha — American geopolitical commentator and host of the Silk and Steel podcast. He argues that China is, in fact, the incumbent economic superpower. When it comes to Beijing's global strategy, he explains, the core priority is simple: maintain global stability, keep the...
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Understanding China as it really is matters
Joining us today is Mario Cavolo, an American author, speaker, and media commentator who has lived in China since 1999. We discuss the USA, China, and the possibility of building lasting peace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Are Western Claims about Uygurs a “Stratagem”?
We interview Dr. Barry Sautman, an expert on China’s minorities. He explains how there is no genocide, nor is there any sort of cultural genocide. Rather, the entire narrative is a tool of the US government to hurt China’s image in the international community. Listen to this. Hosted on Acast. See...
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Is Western decline by choice?
We interview seven-time Member of Parliament, George Galloway. He explains that the fall of the West is due to bad policies, which, if reversed, could arrest the decline. The way forward: learn from China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The end of uneven development?
We ask Dr. Michael Dunford from UK about the emerging multipolar world order. He explains how China’s rise is the most important development since 1492. We discuss China’s economy and the fall of the North Atlantic empires. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why the U.S. should work With China, not fear it
What can the U.S. learn from China's economic model? Dr. Yan Liang, economist at Willamette University and the Levy Economics Institute, cuts through Western media narratives to reveal the real story behind China's housing market, savings culture, and AI boom. From a carefully managed property...
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Why the West gets China’s economy wrong
We ask economist Dr. Warwick Powell why Western media misunderstands China’s economy. Why have decades of reporting on China in the West missed the picture? We tell you exactly why they just don't get it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Can China make America rich again?
American youtuber and business commentator Cyrus Janssen joins the show to discuss how China has changed over his 20 years coming here. We talk robots, industrial clusters, AI and getting into business in the fastest growing major economy in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
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Minority Report：China in 2026
Daniel Dumbrill, a Canadian businessman and YouTuber, joins the show. A frequent traveler to China's minority regions, he offers an honest assessment of the current state of Tibetan language, culture, and religion, as well as the conditions of Uygurs, Mongolians, and other ethnic groups across…
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What do Chinese people say about their government?
Our Beijing based guest Beibei joins the show to discuss the viewpoint of Chinese people on China, the CPC and China’s rise. She discusses her youth in Wuhan, moving to the USA, and her return to China. We ask her about what Chinese people think about China’s rise. Hosted on Acast. See...
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The Trillion Dollar Question
Economist and journalist Ben Norton explains how even the USA is preparing to copy China’s industrial policy model. We ask him about China’s role in global development, and whether the US stock market may collapse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Witnessing 26 years of change in China
Joining us today is Fernando Munoz Bernal, a Colombian influencer who has lived in China since 2000. He talks about how China has changed, and what Chinese people really think about their government. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Western socialism and China's rise
Joining us today is Nick Cruse, a citizen journalist, writer, and co-founder of the Revolutionary Blackout Network. Nick explains how the successes of China’s rise fit into the debate about the future of the West. Don’t miss this one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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China: rise of a superpower
Joining us today is Carl Zha, a Sichuan-born Chinese-American political commentator, raised between China and the United States, with education at Caltech, and living in Bali. He tells us the story of the PRC’s rise to geopolitical superpower. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
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Can the working class win?
Joining us today is Carlos Martinez, a British Marxist writer, researcher, and anti-imperialist activist. He’s the author of The East is Still Red: Chinese Socialism in the 21st Century and co-editor of Friends of Socialist China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What can we learn from China?
Joining us today is Carlos Garrido, a Cuban-American philosophy professor, author, and Director of the Midwestern Marx Institute. He discusses the lessons the Communist Party of China can teach us in the West. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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An Australian influencer living in China
Today we’re joined by Andre Longginou, an Australian expat and popular vlogger who has lived in China for years and shares the real, everyday China through his honest videos. From public services to vibrant cities, Andre brings genuine, on-the-ground perspectives. Hosted on Acast. See...
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“China is 50 Years in the Future”
We interview Ryan Milton, a business researcher, who recently went on an insightful two-week trip across China, visiting Shanghai, Beijing, Chongqing, Yichang, and Guangzhou. Ryan brings fresh, firsthand perspectives on what he saw and experienced. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
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The future of Taiwan
We interview Taiwanese analyst, Xiangyu. He discusses how Westerners commenting on Taiwan almost always get it wrong. We ask him about the history of the island, and the relationships that makes the issue so complex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Is Taipei gravitating towards Beijing?
We interview an American social media influencer Angelica Oung in Taipei. She discusses the desire for a reconciliation with Beijing. She outlines how people on both sides of the Strait are Chinese, and outlines how her sentiments are shared by others on the island. Hosted on Acast. See...
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What Taipei can learn from Hong Kong
We interview Hong Konger Maurice Tsui. He discusses his life in Hong Kong under British rule, and the city today. We ask him about Taiwan, One China, and the future of the Chinese family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The truth about the Tibetan language
We interview Canadian author and journalist Arnold August, about his trip to Lhasa. We discuss the Tibetan language, culture, and identity from the perspective of two Western journalists who visit the region. What’s the truth about Tibetan? Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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How China is rewriting diplomacy
While traditional diplomacy often comes with demands and conditions, China is taking a different road. No political strings attached. No patronizing of smaller nations. Just infrastructure, respect, and results. Jason and Beibei explore why this approach is winning over countries — and why so…
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Trump's visit and the coming multipolar World
Nury Vittachi — veteran journalist, author, founder of the Asian Review of Books, and former assistant editor at the South China Morning Post and Far Eastern Economic Review — challenges Western narratives on Hong Kong and Taiwan, shares his expectations on Trump's visit and explains how a...
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The Hyper-financialization of the USA
We sit down with economist Dr. Warwick Powell to explore the rise of geopolitical "monsters." What dangers await as the new multipolar world takes shape? And why are nations increasingly cooperating to manage the decline of the U.S. dollar? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
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Nightlife in China
From stand-up comedy in Chinese and English to jazz, art installations, expos, cosplay conventions, symphony, and more—on any given night in Beijing, there’s so much happening that you could never even know it all. We ask Chinese comedian Alex Shi: what really goes on after dark in Beijing?…
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How social-media is bridging China and the USA
We interview Christy Franklin, a Wyoming-based CODEPINK activist and advocate of the 'China Is Not Our Enemy' campaign. She explains how ordinary Americans are bypassing legacy media to learn about China through social media—and how that grassroots connection is quietly building peace between the...
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What should you believe about modern China?
The world is rediscovering China. Jerry Grey is a former British police officer living in China. Jerry is also a youtuber, and influencer. He juxtaposes common sense, on the ground observations, with the claims about China made by Legacy media. What ensues is sometimes comical, but always...
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Understanding China’s economy from this inside
We interview London’s famed economist, John Ross. He explains how China’s economy really works. We discuss global development, China’s poverty alleviation and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Building literal bridges between East and West!
We interview author Hussein Askary about how we can literally build a better future for all humanity. He discusses a vision of a unified Africa, and land bridges between Asia and the Americas. He even has a plan to fund it. Listen to this! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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65% of your taxes go to war — and they want more
We interview CODEPINK’s cofounder, Jodie Evans. She discusses the US war on the Iranian people, the US embargo on the Cuban people, while China advocates for peace. Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to get a business into China
We interview CEO, David J. Carlson, whose job is connecting clients in the West with those in Asia. He discussed how to get a business into China, geopolitics, and what a Trump visit to Beijing might look like. Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why China is oil-shock proof
This episode outlines China's five core reasons for the rapid pace of expanding green tech. Yes, the environment plays a role, but so too does freedom from Big Oil and Western interference. This episode has got it all. Find out more with Jason Smith and BeiBei. Hosted on Acast. See...
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What is the future of China-US relations?
Trump’s visit to Beijing has been postponed — with no new date set yet. But when it does happen, China welcomes respectful cooperation. We sit down with geopolitical analyst Cyrus Janssen. What does China stand to gain from Trump's eventual arrival? And can a deal be struck for stable peace and...
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An American in China for 25 Years
We interview Mario Cavolo, and American living in China. We discuss returns to the USA, the future of US-China business ties, and the possibility of a détente. Join us for the journey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Big pharma and weight loss
Is there a magic cure for losing weight? And if there was would you take it? We discuss the trends in weight loss drugs in the USA and China. Is it safe? Who should take it? And what are the dangers? Listen in with Alex Shi and Jason Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
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What’s Next for China?
We are joined by Dr. Yan Liang, Professor of Economics at Willamette University. She explains how China’s economy really works, and where it’s headed next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Inside China's government
We interview Carlos Martinez, author of “The East is Still Red.” He discusses China's democratic system, US-China relations, and how you can help support continued peace. Help us change the world, by listening in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How Chinese people direct their government
We interview journalist Ben Norton. We discuss democracy, the truth about China, and the future of its economy. How do the people of China direct their government? The answer will absolutely surprise you. Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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China has left the US behind in science
According to a new poll by Pew research a majority of US citizens think it is important that the U.S. is a world leader in science, but there are growing concerns that the US is slipping behind. Notably, Nature.com ranked China as the number one research country in the world in 2025. Hosted on...
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China's democracy explained
We are joined by Dr. Josef Mahoney, Professor of Politics and International Relations at East China Normal University. He explains China's political system. Does China have democracy? The answer will shock you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Your future starts here: studying in China
Applying to a university can be complex. From scholarships to accommodations, this is far more involved when one transitions to another country. For years, Chinese students have studied abroad. Is the trend reversing? Are foreign students increasingly interested in studying in China? Why? And how...
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The end of poverty
We are joined by Dr. Josef Mahoney, Professor of Politics and International Relations at East China Normal University. He explains China's political system. Does China have democracy? The answer will shock you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How you can celebrate Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is the biggest holiday in China, and lunar new year the biggest in Asia. Furthermore, The CMG New Year's Gala is the most watched TV show in the world. We discuss how you can celebrate at home. Alex Shi and Jason Smith share their experiences. Hosted on Acast. See…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Our hosts, from the US and China, discuss what unites us. Using enlightening stories and brilliant guests from all walks of life, we join hands in laughter, building bridges across our cultural world. This is The Bridge to China.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Our hosts, from the US and China, discuss what unites us. Using enlightening stories and brilliant guests from all walks of life, we join hands in laughter, building bridges across our cultural world. This is The Bridge to China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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