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Seasoned Chinese online shoppers have seen it all – the sales tactics, the marketing ploys. Yet, they consistently gravitate towards particular e-commerce platforms for different product categories. What is it that compels them to make these choices? With a big ecommerce marketing event on the horizon, how are e-commerce marketplaces innovating to create captivating shopping experiences that keep customers coming back for more? / University course transforms weight loss journeys (21:50). On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Yushun
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Imagine drones zipping through neon-lit obstacle courses at tremendous speeds, pilots immersed in first-person view as if piloting Star Wars podracers. This adrenaline-fueled spectacle is drone racing, the future of motorsports rapidly gaining global fandom. Are you ready for this electrifying new frontier? On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Yushun
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Some Chinese parents are talking about a more relaxed style of parenting. Do you think parents suffer from unnecessary anxieties these days? Should they also deserve a break if they need it. And will a call for more relaxed parenting bring about a change? / Motivational Monday (20:11)! On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Brandon Yates
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Nearly 97% of minors in China have access to the internet and a significant proport use that access to play online games. This has led to many controversies, especially over the issue of gaming consumption for minors. On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Brandon Yates
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Round Table's Happy Place! / Hangzhou city is buzzing with excitement, as it hosts the 20th China International Cartoon & Animation Festival! With exciting activities and a focus on talent development, this city in east China's Zhejiang Province is a hub of creativity. How has the Chinese animation industry grown, and what's next on the horizon (14:08)? On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Josh Cotterill
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Heyang sits down with Mr. Martin Taylor, World Health Organization (WHO) Representative to China. They clear the air on the importance of tobacco control and delve into the impactful measures Chinese cities have implemented to reduce smoking rates and promote smoke-free environments.
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Heart to Heart - please send your audio questions to [email protected]! / Have you noticed your colleague enjoying homemade lunches in the next cubicle recently? Whether you're a seasoned meal-prepper or a newbie to the lunchbox game, there's something undeniably satisfying about packing your own midday munchies. So, let's swap recipes, share hacks, and see if a new packed lunch trend flies (16:37)! On the show: Heyang, Yushan & Steve Hatherly
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As loneliness becomes a growing concern in today's fast-paced society, artificial intelligence, or AI companions are emerging as a revolutionary solution. Thanks to significant improvements in large language models (LLMs), AI friends are more empathetic, engaging, and responsive than ever before. What drives people to seek companionship, sometimes even romance, from AI, and what do people gain and loose from these AI relationships? On the show: Heyang, Yushan & Steve Hatherly
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If you live in China, you might have already noticed how everyone from your hairstylist to your tech support can be called a "teacher" nowadays! It's not just a quirky trend but has deep historical and social roots. Today, let's unravel the fascinating journey of the word "teacher," explore how it has morphed into a universal term of respect, and what this says about the Chinese society. / Let's bite into this delicious piece of TCM bread and see how traditional Chinese medicine can be mixed into modern baking (16:45). On the show: Niu Honglin, Ding Heng & Josh Cotterill
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After visiting tourist destinations dazzling with neon lights and colorful lanterns, or after enjoying traditional and modern performances, or a run at the gym after work, a late-night snack is always welcomed! Maybe it's barbecue on roadsides, or hotpot restaurants that stay open throughout the entire evening, late-night food markets in China burst with tantalizing choices. Round Table invites you to join us for some nighttime dining experience in China. On the show: Niu Honglin, Ding Heng & Josh Cotterill
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While some parents view smartwatches as a safer alternative to smartphones for kids, offering location tracking without the additional risks of full-fledged devices, there's a catch – these watches can become so addictive that children struggle to put them down, even during mealtimes or when it's time for bed. So let's talk about it: are smartwatches for kids a convenience or cause for concern? On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Gao Junya
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In the city, twinkling lights from high-rise buildings blend in with the stars, creating a magical skyline. In this episode of our series spotlighting China's night economy, let's check out the tourist attractions, cultural sites, and entertainment options in some Chinese cities that never sleep. On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Gao Junya
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Is it true that more and more people prefer partners who exhibit higher IQs, or is it just a hot topic over the internet? What do we hope to achieve by dating smarter people? Do smart people often translate into good partners? / Motivational Monday (20:07)! On the show: Laiming, Li Yi & Brandon Yates
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Summer nights can be magical times. Deep in your memory might be images of little kids running after fireflies, teenage boys making noises on basketball courts, young lovers stealing some quiet time benches hidden beneath camphor trees. With the rise of the nighttime economy and growing enthusiasm for fitness, more people are engaging in nighttime sports activities. On the show: Laiming, Li Yi & Brandon Yates
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Round Table's Happy Place! / With gyms and yoga studios becoming the go-to spots for after-work activities, how do you see the fitness landscape evolving for young professionals (14:26)? On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Steve Hatherly
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Women, despite growing interest and participation in STEM education, often encounter significant obstacles, including the "leaky pipeline" phenomenon, where many drop out at various stages due to hostile environments and gender biases. Why does this gender disparity still persist, and what steps can be taken to support and retain women in these fields traditionally dominated by men? On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Steve Hatherly
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There's nothing like biting into a juicy watermelon, a sweet peach, or a succulent lychee to beat the summer heat. But this year, lychee lovers are facing sticker shock. How significant is this price rise, and what are the underlying climate factors affecting our favorite summer treats? / Is early childhood meant to be forgotten (18:15)? On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Yushan
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Imagine a world where your time is the currency, and every act of kindness is a deposit into a bank of human connection. Sounds too good to be true? Well, the time bank movement is making that a reality, and it's giving whole new meaning to the phrase "time is money." Buckle up, as we explore how this innovative concept is changing elderly care in China, one hour at a time. On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Yushan
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Celebrate World Biodiversity Day with Heyang, as she embarks on an unforgettable journey through the rainforests of Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province. Will she spot the elusive wild Asian elephants in their natural habitat? Experience the thrill of the search, the beauty of biodiversity, and Heyang's heartfelt reflections of being in wild nature.
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Professional cyclists go as fast as 40km per hour on average at the Tour de France, that’s almost as fast as some food delivery guys dashing across Chinese cities on motorbikes. Now, as if to make the streets even more dangerous, some amateur cyclists seek to challenge professional records in cities already packed with fast moving cars and electric bikes. / Focused menus or buffets? Let's explore the rising trends in Chinese restaurants (17:39). On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Gao Junya
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