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The China Show

Winston and Matt
China
Taiwan
Propaganda
Covid-19
United States
Japan
Chinese Government
Tiktok
Protests
Belt and Road Initiative
Xi Jinping
Xinjiang
Chinese Economy
Chinese Communist Party
Us-China Relations
Fentanyl
Human Rights
Environmental Issues
Artificial Intelligence
Social Unrest

A no nonsense (well... sometimes a lot of nonsense) look at what's happening in China, from viral stories on the ground, to entertainment, to politics and more. Winston and Matt spent over a decade in China, narrowly escaping persecution from the oppressive Chinese government, and are here every single Friday to tell you what is going on in the country. This is the only place you need to be, every... more

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Recent Guests

Elsa Johnson
Student testifying about transnational repression and CCP targeting
Stanford University
Episode: Chinese Nationals Tried to Bomb US Central Command Base? - Episode #308
Professor Zhang
Professor, Predictive History YouTube channel
Predictive History
Episode: BREAKING UPDATE - China TERRIFIED as Iran’s Military Disaster Exposes a Huge Problem - Episode #305
Matthew (last name not provided)
An Australian man who shares his experience of wrongful imprisonment in China.
Episode: Is China Behind the "Hollywood Fires"? - Episode #247
Victor Gao
Chinese government official and spokesperson
Chinese government
Episode: China Regrets Accepting this Interview - Rash of Mass Destruction Across China - Episode #225

Hosts

Winston SerpentZA
Host with long-running experience in China, often providing on-the-ground perspectives and commentary on governance, culture, and media.
Matt Laiowhy86
Co-host with background in China coverage, contributing humor, critique, and analysis on social and political topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Awesome show

    Outstanding program and very informative about what is really happening in China. The guys have a great rapport and the show is funny too.

    Agree that the YouTube channel helps but I appreciate that you have made this available too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Charles Martel III
    United States3 months ago
  • Think critically with this one.

    Very clearly very spooky. The Crownaq review is correct imo. Just complete Langley garbage!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    M.Y. Ready
    Canada6 months ago
  • Are the CCP pushing you offline?

    The audio version of your YouTube podcast is not appearing on Apple Podcasts. That's three times in the past five weeks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarkT1964
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Unhindered insight

    These guys are great. Their YouTube channel is really what you probably want though. Seeing on the screen what they’re discussing is required to fully understand what they’re discussing but I appreciate the audio version being available for people who don’t have time to watch. These guys are doing excellent reporting and they are definitely worth checking out if you’ve ever been worried about China.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    n4dyce
    United Statesa year ago
  • Stop talking about videos we can’t see

    Spent 30 minutes listening to garbage

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Kimbobinator
    United Statesa year ago

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Fans appreciate firsthand experience from lived in China and willingness to challenge official narratives.
A segment of feedback emphasizes high production quality and engaging humor while tackling serious topics.
Listeners praise candid, data-driven insights and entertaining delivery.
Some comments critique sensational headlines and audio-only formats without the visuals.

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China Panics - Economy in Freefall - Tries to Delete Damning Videos That Show Proof - Episode #276
Q: What do you think is happening in China right now regarding the economy?
The economy is in freefall; there are numerous protests and widespread labor unrest due to unpaid wages.
China’s TOTAL COLLAPSE Mega Projects FAIL Across Country - Episode #269
Q: Why do so many Chinese factory owners withhold worker pay?
Factory owners want to hold onto their money for as long as possible due to corruption and local protectionist practices.
CHINA IS UNDERWATER - Utter MAYHEM + Pandemonium as China Falls Apart - Episode #268
Q: What is the situation of flood management in China?
The flooding in China is largely due to the government's poor planning and lack of proper drainage systems.
Trade War Reality Hits China Way Harder Than They Thought - Episode #258
Q: Do you think this trade war will be the fatal blow to the Chinese economy?
The economy may take a hit, but the Communist Party will endure, prioritizing its power over the citizens' plight.
Trade War Reality Hits China Way Harder Than They Thought - Episode #258
Q: What do you think of the argument that China shouldn't be considered aggressive, as the US also does things legitimately?
China is not acting legitimately; they have continuously taken advantage of loopholes and engaged in theft and deception.

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A sharp, often irreverent take on China that blends current events, culture, and politics with personal experience from two longtime residents. Listeners can expect frank commentary, meme-driven humor, and on-the-ground perspectives about governance, media narratives, technology, and daily life. The tone is candid and provocative, with a clear preference for independent reporting over official narratives, entertainment interleaved with serious analysis, and occasional guests or contributors to broaden the discussion. Notably, the show maintains a patrol-ready stance against censorship and state messaging while keeping content accessible for English-speaking audiences curious about modern China and its global implications.

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The China Show launched 7 years ago and published 321 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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