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An 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...
2025-09-19
1h 06
Trending in China
An 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...
2025-09-19
1h 06
Trending in China
When Poets Meet Engineers:Hangzhou's Dance of Code and Classics
In 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...
2025-08-29
41 min
Trending in China
Hangzhou: When Poets Meet Engineers
In 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...
2025-08-29
41 min
Trending in China
Su Chao Fever: How an amateur football league became China’s cultural blockbuster
When 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 "...
2025-08-15
1h 05
Trending in China
Su Chao: Amateur league's rise as China's cultural hit
When 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...
2025-08-15
1h 05
Trending in China
Jensen Huang in Beijing: Key Messages from Nvidia's CEO
In 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...
2025-07-29
19 min
Trending in China
Jensen Huang in Beijing: Key Messages from Nvidia's CEO
In 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.
2025-07-29
19 min
Trending in China
The Fermented Road: An Irish Chef's Unlikely Love Affair with Anhui
In 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...
2025-07-11
59 min
Trending in China
An Irish Chef's Unlikely Love Affair with Anhui
In 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...
2025-07-11
59 min
Trending in China
Mummies, Roses and Desert Highways: Xinjiang’s Untold Stories
Xinjiang — 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...
2025-06-28
55 min
Trending in China
Mummies, Roses & Desert Highways: Xinjiang’s Untold Stories
Xinjiang -- 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...
2025-06-27
55 min
Trending in China
Tea, Travel & Tales: Timeless Fujian
Dive 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...
2025-06-13
1h 02
Trending in China
Tea, Travel & Tales: Timeless Fujian-S2E6
Dive 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...
2025-06-13
1h 02
Trending in China
Young entrepreneur chases dream in rural China (Part II)S2E6
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.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
2025-05-03
40 min
Trending in China
Reimagining 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...
2025-05-03
40 min
Trending in China
Young entrepreneur chases dream in rural China (Part I)-S2E5
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.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...
2025-05-01
36 min
Trending in China
Reimagining 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...
2025-04-30
36 min
Trending in China
Rethinking the Game: Insights from the 2025 Global South Financiers Forum
Highlights: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
2025-03-21
29 min
Trending in China
Rethinking the Game from Global South Financiers Forum--S2E4
In 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...
2025-03-21
29 min
Trending in China
Spring Wonders | How IKEA Blends Festive Traditions with Home Trends
The 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...
2025-01-28
33 min
Trending in China
How IKEA Blends Festive Traditions with Home Trends-S2E3
Spring 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...
2025-01-28
33 min
Trending in China
LEGO Designer: Cultural Journey in Bricks-S2E2
Spring 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...
2025-01-26
34 min
Trending in China
Spring Wonders | LEGO Designer: Fantastic Cultural Journey in LEGO Bricks
The 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...
2025-01-26
34 min
Trending in China
Pop 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...
2025-01-07
38 min
Trending in China
Pop Mart and Gen Z: Emotional Economy in China
Trending 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...
2025-01-07
38 min
Trending in China
EP14-Fantastic beasts and where to find them -- in China
Check 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!😜
2024-08-26
10 min
Trending in China
Latest buzz: Fantastic beasts and where to find them -- in China
Check 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
2024-08-26
10 min
Trending in China
Latest buzz: An official Q&A book on China's reform and six watchwords
In 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
2024-08-15
14 min
Trending in China
EP13-An official Q&A book on China's reform & six watchwords
What'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
2024-08-15
14 min
Trending in China
EP12-Meet China's best city clusters
🚗🚝🌳A 15min tour of the best of Chinese city clusters!😜
2024-08-09
15 min
Trending in China
Latest 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
2024-08-09
15 min
Trending in China
EP11-From lottery stores to new consumption scenarios
In 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.
2024-07-04
11 min
Trending in China
Latest buzz: From lottery stores to new consumption scenarios
In 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
2024-07-04
11 min
Trending in China
EP10-Museums, Yue Opera fever, and new Chinese style tourism
This 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
2024-06-21
17 min
Trending in China
Museums, Yue Opera fever, and new Chinese style tourism
This 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
2024-06-21
17 min
Trending in China
The unhappy American way to a green future
Join 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
2024-06-07
13 min
Trending in China
EP9-The unhappy American way to a green future
This 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.
2024-06-07
13 min
Trending in China
Latest buzz: From visa-free cruises to the Xinjiang wonders
In 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
2024-05-28
13 min
Trending in China
EP8-Latest buzz: From visa-free cruises to Xinjiang wonders
In 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
2024-05-28
13 min
Trending in China
Latest buzz: From audiobooks to meme tourism
Back 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...
2024-05-11
13 min
Trending in China
EP7-Latest buzz: From audiobooks to meme tourism
Back 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
2024-05-11
13 min
Trending in China
Voices on spot: Hainan expo
Hi, 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
2024-04-26
12 min
Trending in China
EP6-Voices on spot: Hainan expo
Hi, 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"
2024-04-26
12 min
Trending in China
Latest buzz on Chinese economy: Spending time and money
In 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
2024-04-13
12 min
Trending in China
EP5-Latest buzz: Spending time and money
In 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
2024-04-12
12 min
Trending in China
EP4-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
2024-04-03
12 min
Trending in China
Latest 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...
2024-04-03
12 min
Trending in China
EP3-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...
2024-04-01
11 min
Trending in China
EP2-Latest Buzz: From Digital Payment to Revival of Hanfu
Great 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...
2024-03-31
12 min
Trending in China
EP1-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.
2024-03-31
21 min
Trending in China
Latest 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...
2024-03-25
11 min
Trending in China
Latest 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
2024-03-18
12 min
Trending in China
Are China's Consumers in Their Buying Mood?
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2024-03-01
21 min