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Trending in ChinaAn American Ceramist in Jingdezhen: Code, Clay and Community"I sold everything... I was all in. I put in all my chips." With this leap of faith, American ceramic artist Michael May left behind his life in the United States and arrived in Jingdezhen, China's porcelain capital, a year and a half ago. Having traveled to nearly 20 countries, the seasoned artist ultimately chose Jingdezhen as his creative base.In the latest episode of "Trending in China", Michael shares his unique journey from Oklahoma City to Jingdezhen with host Yolanda Lu and co-host Belinda Chen. With a background in traditional techniques and a passion for innovation, he...
2025-09-191h 06
Trending in ChinaAn American Ceramist in Jingdezhen: Code, Clay and Community"I sold everything... I was all in. I put in all my chips." With this leap of faith, American ceramic artist Michael May left behind his life in the United States and arrived in Jingdezhen, China's porcelain capital, a year and a half ago. Having traveled to nearly 20 countries, the seasoned artist ultimately chose Jingdezhen as his creative base.In the latest episode of "Trending in China", Michael shares his unique journey from Oklahoma City to Jingdezhen with host Yolanda Lu and co-host Belinda Chen. With a background in traditional techniques and a passion for innovation, he...
2025-09-191h 06
Trending in ChinaWhen Poets Meet Engineers：Hangzhou's Dance of Code and ClassicsIn this episode of "Trending in China," we explore Hangzhou—a city where classical charm and cutting-edge innovation intertwine.Joined by commentator Anil from India and local reporter Emma, we delve into how this ancient capital, famed for the poetic West Lake, has transformed into a cradle for "Six Dragons" like DeepSeek and Game Science.We unpack Hangzhou's unique DNA: its rich cultural heritage, a government that acts as a "patient gardener," and a pioneering entrepreneurial spirit. Anil shares his impression of the city evolving from "real" to "remarkable," while Emma defines its so...
2025-08-2941 min
Trending in ChinaHangzhou: When Poets Meet EngineersIn this episode of "Trending in China," we explore Hangzhou—a city where classical charm and cutting-edge innovation intertwine. Joined by commentator Anil from India and local reporter Emma, we delve into how this ancient capital, famed for the poetic West Lake, has transformed into a cradle for "Six Dragons" like DeepSeek and Game Science. We unpack Hangzhou's unique DNA: its rich cultural heritage, a government that acts as a "patient gardener," and a pioneering entrepreneurial spirit. Anil shares his impression of the city evolving from "real" to "remarkable," while Emma defines its soul with thre...
2025-08-2941 min
Trending in ChinaSu Chao Fever: How an amateur football league became China’s cultural blockbusterWhen 60,000 fans packed a stadium in Nanjing this July for an amateur match, it wasn't superstars they cheered for – but teachers, delivery drivers, and fishmongers representing their hometowns.In this episode, host Yolanda Lu is joined by South African sports journalist Andre and Jiangsu-based reporter Eric to explore China’s surprise summer obsession: Su Super League (苏超), where 13 Jiangsu cities battle in a cultural-defining tournament.Together, we uncover:* Why it went viral: 11B+ views and city-wide public screenings* Economic alchemy: How matchdays fuel local spending surges* Derby magic: Wuxi’s "...
2025-08-151h 05
Trending in ChinaSu Chao: Amateur league's rise as China's cultural hitWhen 60,000 fans packed a stadium in Nanjing this July for an amateur match, it wasn't superstars they cheered for – but teachers, delivery drivers, and fishmongers representing their hometowns. In this episode, host Yolanda Lu is joined by South African sports journalist Andre and Jiangsu-based reporter Eric to explore China’s surprise summer obsession: Su Super League (苏超), where 13 Jiangsu cities battle in a cultural-defining tournament.Together, we uncover: Why it went viral: 11B+ views and city-wide public screenings Economic alchemy: How matchdays fuel local spending surges Derby magic: Wuxi’s "honey peach" mascots vs Nanjing’s "salted duck...
2025-08-151h 05
Trending in ChinaJensen Huang in Beijing: Key Messages from Nvidia's CEOIn this episode of Trending in China, Host Yolanda Lu in Beijing and reporter Merry Wu unpack Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang's recent Beijing visit. In 20 minutes, we decipher: why China's tech ecosystem left him in awe? Why AI's future demands global collaboration?Fresh off Nvidia's historic $4 trillion milestone, Huang arrived not for victory laps but to champion a radical idea:"AI is the greatest equalizer of anything we have ever done."We unpack his whirlwind agenda: from donning a Tang suit at the China International Supply Chain Expo to open talks...
2025-07-2919 min
Trending in ChinaJensen Huang in Beijing: Key Messages from Nvidia's CEOIn this episode of Trending in China, Host Yolanda Lu in Beijing and reporter Merry Wu unpack NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang's recent Beijing visit. In 20 minutes, we decipher: why China's tech ecosystem left him in awe? Why AI's future demands global collaboration?Fresh off Nvidia's historic $4 trillion milestone, Huang arrived not for victory laps but to champion a radical idea:"AI is the greatest equalizer of anything we have ever done."We unpack his whirlwind agenda: from donning a Tang suit at the China International Supply Chain Expo to open talks with media.
2025-07-2919 min
Trending in ChinaThe Fermented Road: An Irish Chef's Unlikely Love Affair with AnhuiIn the latest episode of "Trending in China", Irish chef Curt Evans reveals his unexpected journey in Anhui. Arriving in Hefei seven years ago for a university exchange program, he planned to stay 10 months but fell for the province’s authenticity. "Anhui is super real--the people are genuine, and it feels like the real China. I didn’t choose Anhui; it chose me."With Michelin kitchen experience, Curt now runs food consulting ventures and restaurants bridging Irish and Huizhou cuisines. He delves into iconic dishes like stinky mandarin fish (臭鳜鱼), born from ancient merchants’ preservation techniques, and hairy to...
2025-07-1159 min
Trending in ChinaAn Irish Chef's Unlikely Love Affair with AnhuiIn the latest episode of "Trending in China", Irish chef Curt Evans reveals his unexpected journey in Anhui with host Yolanda Lu in Beijing and Zhao Jinzheng in Hefei. Arriving in Hefei seven years ago for a university exchange program, he planned to stay 10 months but fell for the province’s authenticity: "Anhui is super real--the people are genuine, and it feels like the real China. I didn’t choose Anhui; it chose me."With Michelin kitchen experience, Curt now runs food consulting ventures and restaurants bridging Irish and Huizhou cuisines. He delves into iconic dishes like stink...
2025-07-1159 min
Trending in ChinaMummies, Roses and Desert Highways: Xinjiang’s Untold StoriesXinjiang — where scorching deserts bloom with technological marvels and ancient civilizations, forging unity amid breathtaking diversity and economic dynamism. In this episode of Trending in China. Host Yolanda Lu and reporters Cao Bin/Sylvia Wang bring you on an eye-opening journey through Xinjiang—China’s western frontier where deserts bloom with innovation.Discover how "desert roses" defy arid landscapes, how ultra-high-voltage grids transmit wind/solar power to eastern cities in milliseconds, and how tech-driven cotton farms merge nature with cutting-edge tech.The human stories captivate: Highway maintenance couples brave 50℃ heat to guard 522km of deser...
2025-06-2855 min
Trending in ChinaMummies, Roses & Desert Highways: Xinjiang’s Untold StoriesXinjiang -- where scorching deserts bloom with technological marvels and ancient civilizations, forging unity amid breathtaking diversity and economic dynamism.In this episode of Trending in China，host Yolanda Lu and reporters Cao Bin/Sylvia Wang bring you on an eye-opening journey through Xinjiang -- China’s western frontier where deserts bloom with innovation.新疆——一片在沙漠中绽放科技与文明之花、凝聚经济活力与人文韧性的神奇土地。本期《Trending in China》节目中，主持人Yolanda Lu与记者Cao Bin、Sylvia Wang带您探索新疆的蜕变奇迹。Discover how "desert roses" defy arid landscapes, how ultra-high-voltage grids transmit wind/solar power to eastern cities in milliseconds, and how tech-driven cotton farms merge nature with cutting-edge tech.在这片占中国六分之一疆域的土地上，沙漠不再是障碍——您将听到"沙漠玫瑰"如何在黄沙中绽放，超高压输电工程如何在毫秒内输送绿色能源至东部，以及机械化智能棉田如何支撑全球20%棉花产量的科技传奇。The human stories captivate...
2025-06-2755 min
Trending in ChinaTea, Travel & Tales: Timeless FujianDive into the heart of Fujian, China's captivating southeastern coastal province, rich in ancient culture, profound history, and vibrant traditions! In this episode of Trending in China, host Yolanda Lu sits down with two unique perspectives: Andre Bloem, a South African editor experiencing Fujian for the very first time, and Diego Yao, a Fuzhou native and seasoned journalist steeped in local wisdom.Hear Andre's fresh insights as a cultural explorer: What surprised and delighted him? How does Quanzhou and Xiamen resonate through foreign eyes? Then, journey deep with Yao as your local guide...
2025-06-131h 02
Trending in ChinaTea, Travel & Tales: Timeless Fujian-S2E6Dive into the heart of Fujian, China's captivating southeastern coastal province, rich in ancient culture, profound history, and vibrant traditions!In this episode of Trending in China, host Yolanda Lu sits down with two unique perspectives: Andre Bloem, a South African editor experiencing Fujian for the very first time, and Diego Yao, a Fuzhou native and seasoned journalist steeped in local wisdom.Hear Andre's fresh insights as a cultural explorer: What surprised and delighted him? How does Quanzhou and Xiamen resonate through foreign eyes? Then, journey deep with Yao as your local guide, uncovering hidden...
2025-06-131h 02
Trending in ChinaYoung entrepreneur chases dream in rural China (Part II)S2E6In this episode of Trending in China, Guo Shanqiuyun 郭山秋韵, an overseas returnee and the honorary village head of Tangjiazhuang Village in east China’s Anhui Province, continues to share her story.Often called "Village CEO," Guo is also the founder of rural tourism projects in Anhui and Yunnan provinces.This episode is co-hosed by Zhao Jinzheng 赵金正, a reporter based in Anhui, who loves to share on-the-ground insights from the province.S2E6 对话郭山秋韵：海归村庄运营师筑梦中国乡村（下）本集Trending in China 「潮动中国」继续对话郭山秋韵，一位筑梦黄山村庄的海归创业青年。她如何与黄山汤家庄村结下不解之缘？作为一名乡村运营师，又对乡村振兴怎么看？本期亦有特邀主播、坐标安徽的一线记者赵金正，带我们一道感受年轻人带来的乡村发展新活力。Part II digs deeper into Tangjiazhuang’s evolution. From profit-driven models to preserving cultural roots, hear how this village is writing its own story of rural development and rural revitalization — and why “taste” might be a secret weapon against social media homogenization.This podcast, recorded on April 20, is available on Spotify, Apple Podcast and YouTube, among many platf
2025-05-0340 min
Trending in ChinaReimagining Rural China: How a young entrepreneur chases dream in the village (Part II)In this episode of Trending in China, Guo Shanqiuyun 郭山秋韵, an overseas returnee and the honorary village head of Tangjiazhuang Village in east China’s Anhui Province, continues to share her story.Often called "Village CEO," Guo is also the founder of rural tourism projects in Anhui and Yunnan provinces.Part II digs deeper into Tangjiazhuang’s evolution. From profit-driven models to preserving cultural roots, hear how this village is writing its own story of rural development and rural revitalization — and why “taste” might be a secret weapon against social media homogenization.This episode is co-hosed by Zha...
2025-05-0340 min
Trending in ChinaYoung entrepreneur chases dream in rural China (Part I)-S2E5In this episode of Trending in China, host Zhang Yiyi is joined by Guo Shanqiuyun 郭山秋韵, an overseas returnee and the honorary village head of Tangjiazhuang Village in east China’s Anhui Province.Often called "Village CEO," Guo is also the founder of rural tourism projects in Anhui and Yunnan provinces.This episode is co-hosed by Zhao Jinzheng 赵金正, a reporter based in Anhui, who loves to share on-the-ground insights from the province.S2E5 对话郭山秋韵：海归村庄运营师筑梦中国乡村（上）本集Trending in China 「潮动中国」对话郭山秋韵，一位筑梦黄山村庄的海归创业青年。她如何与黄山汤家庄村结下不解之缘？作为一名乡村运营师，又对乡村振兴怎么看？本期亦有特邀主播、坐标安徽的一线记者赵金正，带我们一道感受年轻人带来的乡村发展新活力。In Part I, Guo shares her journey from studying abroad to diving headfirst into rural development in Huangshan’s Tangjiazhuang Village. Discover how youthful energy, creative collaborations and national policies are breathing new life into quiet villages.Highlights:03:47 Guo's life abroad and key observations09:06 Past and present: how...
2025-05-0136 min
Trending in ChinaReimagining Rural China: How a young entrepreneur chases dream in the village (Part I)In this episode of Trending in China, host Zhang Yiyi is joined by Guo Shanqiuyun 郭山秋韵, an overseas returnee and the honorary village head of Tangjiazhuang Village in east China’s Anhui Province.Often called "Village CEO," Guo is also the founder of rural tourism projects in Anhui and Yunnan provinces.In Part I, Guo shares her journey from studying abroad to diving headfirst into rural development in Huangshan’s Tangjiazhuang Village. Discover how youthful energy, creative collaborations and national policies are breathing new life into quiet villages.This episode is co-hosed by Zhao Jinzheng 赵金正...
2025-04-3036 min
Trending in ChinaRethinking the Game: Insights from the 2025 Global South Financiers ForumHighlights:06:30 - Jiao Jie on the economic transformation of the Global South10:45 - David Sumual on Alternative Financing: How new funding models are reshaping global financial cooperation21:50 - Marc Uzan on Financial Reform: Challenges facing the Global South in the Bretton Woods system34:00 -The future of financial governance in an increasingly multipolar world This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pekingensight.substack.com
2025-03-2129 min
Trending in ChinaRethinking the Game from Global South Financiers Forum--S2E4In this episode, host Zhang Yiyi brings you to the 2025 Global South Financiers Forum held in Beijing.Its theme, Illuminating Global South, highlights the growing influence of emerging economies and their efforts to reshape the global financial order.The Global South now accounts for 80% of global economic growth and 40% of the world’s GDP, yet financial governance structures still favor the Global North.At this forum, policymakers, economists, and business leaders gathered to explore alternative financing, debt sustainability, and currency diversification.In this episode, you will hear expert perspectives from Jiao Ji...
2025-03-2129 min
Trending in ChinaSpring Wonders | How IKEA Blends Festive Traditions with Home TrendsThe Year of the Snake is approaching!春节chūn jié, the Spring Festival, also known as the Chinese New Year, is one of the most important holidays in Chinese culture. This year, it has been officially added to UNESCO’s representative list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.In this special Spring Festival episode, host Zhang Yiyi is joined by three special guests. They are:Carmen Xiao肖疆, IKEA Product Design DeveloperLian Zhelin 连哲林, IKEA DesignerQian Jing 钱菁, IKEA DesignerThey explore how the global...
2025-01-2833 min
Trending in ChinaHow IKEA Blends Festive Traditions with Home Trends-S2E3Spring Wonders | How IKEA Blends Festive Traditions with Home TrendsThe Year of the Snake is approaching!春节chūn jié, the Spring Festival, also known as the Chinese New Year, is one of the most important holidays in Chinese culture. This year, it has been officially added to UNESCO’s representative list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.In this special Spring Festival episode, host Zhang Yiyi is joined by three special guests. They are:Carmen Xiao肖疆, IKEA Product Design DeveloperLian Zhelin 连哲林, IKEA DesignerQian Jing 钱菁, IKEA Desi...
2025-01-2833 min
Trending in ChinaLEGO Designer: Cultural Journey in Bricks-S2E2Spring Wonders | LEGO Designer: Fantastic Cultural Journey in LEGO BricksThe Year of the Snake is approaching!春节chūn jié, the Spring Festival, also known as the Chinese New Year, is one of the most important holidays in Chinese culture. This year, it has been officially added to UNESCO’s representative list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.In this special Spring Festival episode, host Zhang Yiyi is joined by Wen Xiaodong 温笑冬, senior concept designer at the LEGO Group, also the first designer from Chinese mainland to join the headquarters of the global toy gia...
2025-01-2634 min
Trending in ChinaSpring Wonders | LEGO Designer: Fantastic Cultural Journey in LEGO BricksThe Year of the Snake is approaching!春节chūn jié, the Spring Festival, also known as the Chinese New Year, is one of the most important holidays in Chinese culture. It has been officially added to UNESCO’s representative list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.In this special Spring Festival episode, host Zhang Yiyi is joined by Wen Xiaodong 温笑冬, senior concept designer at the LEGO Group, also the first designer from Chinese mainland to join the headquarters of the global toy giant.Wen shares his experiences in integrating Chinese cultur...
2025-01-2634 min
Trending in ChinaPop Mart and Gen Z: Emotional Economy in China - S2E1 Starting this season, we are bringing you new content from tech trends to culture and consumption, with a focus on what's making waves in China's fast-paced society.In this episode of Trending in China, host Zhang Yiyi is joined by Lucas Zhang, a frequent blind box buyer and art toy collector. They dive into the fascinating world of China’s rapidly expanding art toy market, with a particular focus on Pop Mart and its viral blind boxes, where Lucas shares insights into how these toys transcend their function as simple playthings and instead serve as cultural ambassadors, off...
2025-01-0738 min
Trending in ChinaPop Mart and Gen Z: Emotional Economy in ChinaTrending in China, a podcast where we dive into the latest buzz around Chinese economy and beyond.Starting this season, we are bringing you new content from tech trends to culture and consumption, with a focus on what'smaking waves in China's fast-paced society.In this episode of Trending in China, host Zhang Yiyi is joined by Lucas Zhang, a frequent blind box buyer and art toy collector. They dive into the fascinating world of China’s rapidly expanding art toy market, with a particular focus on Pop Mart and its viral blind boxes, wh...
2025-01-0738 min
Trending in ChinaEP14-Fantastic beasts and where to find them -- in ChinaCheck out China's thriving innovative enterprises in this episode!What are gazelles and unicorns? Why are dynamic enterprises like these driving China's national policy? And what are the country's strategies to better support them?Let's take a look at those fantastic beasts in China and see where to find them!😜
2024-08-2610 min
Trending in ChinaLatest buzz: Fantastic beasts and where to find them -- in ChinaCheck out the thriving innovative enterprises in China in this episode!What are gazelles and unicorns? Why are dynamic enterprises like these driving China's national policy? And what are the country's strategies to better support them?Let's take a look at those fantastic beasts in China and see where to find them!😜 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pekingensight.substack.com
2024-08-2610 min
Trending in ChinaLatest buzz: An official Q&A book on China's reform and six watchwordsIn this episode, let’s look at six buzzwords of China's ongoing reforms.01:31 Debut economy03:56 Industries of the future05:57 Patient capital08:15 New forms of employment10:11 Childbirth-friendly society12:15 Silver economy This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pekingensight.substack.com
2024-08-1514 min
Trending in ChinaEP13-An official Q&A book on China's reform & six watchwordsWhat's the meaning of the debut economy? What is patient capital really about? What are the priorities of China's new reform master plan?Here are six buzzwords of China's ongoing reforms that may offer you some clues.01:31 Debut economy03:56 Industries of the future05:57 Patient capital08:15 New forms of employment10:11 Childbirth-friendly society12:15 Silver economy
2024-08-1514 min
Trending in ChinaEP12-Meet China's best city clusters🚗🚝🌳A 15min tour of the best of Chinese city clusters!😜
2024-08-0915 min
Trending in ChinaLatest buzz on Chinese economy: Meet China's best city clusters🚗🚝🌳A 15min tour of the best of Chinese city clusters!😜 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pekingensight.substack.com
2024-08-0915 min
Trending in ChinaEP11-From lottery stores to new consumption scenariosIn this episode, come and join us to visit lottery stores, where youngsters gather to buy excitement of anticipation, to stroll around a supermarket to shop for unique experiences, and to look through new policies to cultivate new consumption drivers.
2024-07-0411 min
Trending in ChinaLatest buzz: From lottery stores to new consumption scenariosIn this episode, come and join us to visit lottery stores, where young people gather to buy excitement of anticipation, to stroll around a supermarket to shop for unique experiences, and to look through new policies to cultivate new consumption drivers. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pekingensight.substack.com
2024-07-0411 min
Trending in ChinaEP10-Museums, Yue Opera fever, and new Chinese style tourismThis week, Mike and Sylvia are off on a "Culture Express," diving into the world of new Chinese style travel, museums, and Yue Opera.01:24 New Chinese style travel06:05Chinese museums greet more young people11:16 Yue Opera fever
2024-06-2117 min
Trending in ChinaMuseums, Yue Opera fever, and new Chinese style tourismThis week, Mike and Sylvia are off on a "Culture Express,” diving into the world of new Chinese style travel, museums, and Yue Opera.01:24 New Chinese style travel06:05 Chinese museums greet more young people11:16 Yue Opera fever This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pekingensight.substack.com
2024-06-2117 min
Trending in ChinaThe unhappy American way to a green futureJoin Mike and Sylvia this week to explore why America is "unhappy" about China's strong new energy capacity.This episode is produced by Trending in China, with additional help from Allen Zhu. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pekingensight.substack.com
2024-06-0713 minTrending in ChinaEP9-The unhappy American way to a green futureThis week, join Mike and Sylvia to explore why America is "unhappy" about China's strong new energy capacity.This episode is produced by Trending in China, with additional help from Allen Zhu.
2024-06-0713 min
Trending in ChinaLatest buzz: From visa-free cruises to the Xinjiang wondersIn this episode, come and explore new policies allowing visa-free entries to China, the bike boom in bustling cities, and a miniseries that leads us "to the wonder" of Altay, Xinjiang!(00:55) New policy to facilitate foreign cruise ship passengers(04:35) Bicycles become symbols of tech and fashion(07:30) "To the Wonder" ignites a strong desire among viewers to visit Altay This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pekingensight.substack.com
2024-05-2813 min
Trending in ChinaEP8-Latest buzz: From visa-free cruises to Xinjiang wondersIn this episode, come and explore new policies allowing visa-free entries to China, the bike boom in bustling cities, and a miniseries that leads us "to the wonder" of Altay, Xinjiang!00:55 New policy to facilitate foreign cruise ship trips04:35 Bicycles become symbols of tech and fashion07:30 "To the Wonder" ignites a strong desire among viewers to visit Altay
2024-05-2813 min
Trending in ChinaLatest buzz: From audiobooks to meme tourismBack to latest economic trends in China! In this episode we look at new reading habits among the young, thriving pet-related businesses, memes gone viral during the May Day holiday tourism boom, and how "world's supermarket" welcomes the Paris Olympic Games.(00:45) "Listening to" books becomes popular among young people(06:04) China's pet industry and related new jobs(07:49) New trend on social media -- Selfies? No. Memes？Yes!(11:15) Yiwu & Paris Olympic Games This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to...
2024-05-1113 min
Trending in ChinaEP7-Latest buzz: From audiobooks to meme tourismBack to latest economic trends in China! In this episode we look at new reading habits among the young, thriving pet-related businesses, memes gone viral during the May Day holiday tourism boom, and how "world's supermarket" welcomes the Paris Olympic Games.00:45 "Listening to" books becomes popular among young people06:04 China's pet industry and related new jobs07:49 New trend on social media -- Selfies? No. Memes？Yes!11:15 Yiwu & Paris Olympic Games
2024-05-1113 min
Trending in ChinaVoices on spot: Hainan expoHi, you're listening to a special episode on the 4th China International Consumer Products Expo. Check out what participants have to say about the event!(01:39) Ireland's ambassador to China, Ann Derwin(04:01) Irish Food Board(05:27) Estée Lauder(08:46) "Newcomers" & "old friends" This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pekingensight.substack.com
2024-04-2612 min
Trending in ChinaEP6-Voices on spot: Hainan expoHi, you're listening to a special episode on the 4th China International Consumer Products Expo. Check out what participants have to say about the event!01:39 Ireland's ambassador to China, Ann Derwin04:01 Irish Food Board05:27 Estée Lauder08:46 "Newcomers" & "old friends"
2024-04-2612 min
Trending in ChinaLatest buzz on Chinese economy: Spending time and moneyIn this episode, we look at Qingming Festival holiday consumption, "Shenzhen bag" and young people's new consumption habits, and the upcoming consumer products expo in Hainan.(00:22) Qingming festival holiday consumption(03:17) "Shenzhen bag" and trade in second-hand goods(09:40) 4th China International Consumer Products ExpoTrailer:https://www.hainanexpo.org.cn/videos/2337.html This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pekingensight.substack.com
2024-04-1312 min
Trending in ChinaEP5-Latest buzz: Spending time and moneyIn this episode, we look at Qingming Festival holiday consumption, "Shenzhen bag" and young people's new consumption habits, and the upcoming consumer products expo in Hainan.(00:22) Qingming festival holiday consumption(03:17) "Shenzhen bag" and trade in second-hand goods(09:40) 4th China International Consumer Products ExpoTrailer:www.hainanexpo.org.cn
2024-04-1212 min
Trending in ChinaEP4-Latest buzz: From performing arts to Yiwu "polyglot"In this episode, we look at China's performing arts industry, the "multilingual" businesswomen in Yiwu City, rapid development of microdramas, and the newly unveiled negative lists for cross-border trade in services. (00:56) World Theatre Day & the performing arts industry (03:46) Zhang Jiying the "polyglot" in Yiwu (08:03) China's huge market for microdramas (10:22) Negative lists for cross-border trade in services
2024-04-0312 min
Trending in ChinaLatest buzz on Chinese economy: From performing arts to Yiwu "polyglot"Our show is now available on Apple Podcasts, Pocket Casts, Castro, etc. Search "Trending in China" and start listening!In this episode, we look at China's performing arts industry, the "multilingual" businesswomen in Yiwu City, rapid development of microdramas, and the newly-unveiled negative lists for cross-border trade in services.(00:56) World Theatre Day & the performing arts industry(03:46) Zhang Jiying the "polyglot" in Yiwu(08:03) China's huge market for microdramas(10:22) Negative lists for cross-border trade in services This is a public episode. If you would like to...
2024-04-0312 min
Trending in ChinaEP3-Latest Buzz: From "cun chao" to "ma la tang"Hi there! It's EP3 of Trending in China and we look at China's cherry blossom economy, exciting "cun chao" (村超) games, the country's digital currency, and fascinating stories of two Chinese cities.·Flower tour recommendations (Chinese version):https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/l4sMn--QiNPOsnrFV2Zdeg·e-CNY user guide:https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/YYK75SqEy01G_ekWLcNkkg·(00:37) Cherry blossom industry scale will reach 100 billion yuan in the next five to ten years·(03:12) The finals of the Village Super League, or 村超(cun chao), kicked off on March 16, together wit...
2024-04-0111 min
Trending in ChinaEP2-Latest Buzz: From Digital Payment to Revival of HanfuGreat to have you back! In this episode, we look at new measures to smooth out foreigner's experience of living in /visiting China, truckers & "She-power", revival of Hanfu (汉服), and beyond. (00:45) Alipay and WeChat Pay have made it easier than ever to link your Visa and Mastercard accounts to their platforms (03:30) "She-Power" -- about 1/3 female truck drivers contribute over half of their family's total income (05:10) Crushing rumors -- The real plane that overshot the runway after landing at the American airport (07:05) Something "new" -- "New Quality Productive Forces" (09:20) Revival of "Hanfu", the 2,000 year-old traditional attire File: A Guide to Working an...
2024-03-3112 min
Trending in ChinaEP1-Are China's Consumers in Their Buying Mood?Welcome to Trending in China! In this episode, we look at China's Spring Festival consumption boom, record-high loans figures and cut in key mortgage rate.
2024-03-3121 min
Trending in ChinaLatest buzz on Chinese economy: From "cun chao" to "ma la tang"·Flower tour recommendations (Chinese version):https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/l4sMn--QiNPOsnrFV2Zdeg·e-CNY user guide:https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/YYK75SqEy01G_ekWLcNkkg·(00:37) Cherry blossom industry scale will reach 100 billion yuan in the next five to ten years·(03:12) The finals of the Village Super League, or 村超(cun chao), kicked off on March 16, together with the "happiness economy"·(05:44) How to use China's digital currency?·(07:40) Hefei city's rising population and emerging industries·(09:17) "ma la tang" from Tianshui city -- foodies let...
2024-03-2511 min
Trending in ChinaLatest buzz on Chinese economy: From digital payment to revival of Hanfu* File: A Guide to Working and Living in China as Business Expatriates（2024 Edition）.pdfhttp://images.mofcom.gov.cn/wzs/202403/20240306153128529.pdf* (00:45) Alipay and WeChat Pay have made it easier than ever to link your Visa and Mastercard accounts to their platforms(03:30) "She-Power" -- about 1/3 female truck drivers contribute over half of their family's total income(05:10) Crushing rumors -- The real plane that overshot the runway after landing at the American airport(07:05) Something "new" -- "New Quality Productive Forces"(09:20) Revival of "Hanfu", the 2,000 year-old traditional attire
2024-03-1812 min
Trending in ChinaAre China's Consumers in Their Buying Mood? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pekingensight.substack.com
2024-03-0121 min