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Backchat is RTHK Radio 3's week-daily current affairs discussion programme, with expert panels and listener participation. It airs every Monday to Friday from 9.05am - 10am (HKT). Have your say by calling us on 233 88 266, find us on Facebook - Backchat on RTHK Radio 3, or email backchat@rthk.hk Listen live on Radio 3's homepage - www.rthk.hk/radio/radio3 The Backchat podcast is available after ea... more

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Latest Episodes

On Thursday's programme, we talked about President Xi Jinping's climate goals as China plans to cut emissions by seven to ten percent from peak levels by 2035. After the break, a lawmaker told us about the recemtly passed Basic Housing Units Bill. Th... more

In the first segment of this special National Day holiday edition of Backchat, we explored the nation’s achievements over the past 76 years. We also spoke with a former People’s Liberation Army officer about the visit of two naval vessels to Hong Kon... more

On Tuesday's Backchat, we learnt more about how InvestHK is planning to further boost support for mainland companies that are looking to go global. The head of the agency explained how Hong Kong can act as a springboard for these firms that are looki... more

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Recent Guests

Professor Xu Yuan
Associate Professor at University of Hong Kong's Department of Geography and Resource Management
University of Hong Kong
Episode: China's climate goals / Basic Housing Units Bill / Million-year-old skull and human evolution
Captain John Tuller
General manager of Integrated Operations Centre at Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
Episode: National Day celebrations / Cathay Pacific's typhoon contingency
Professor Warwick Powell
Adjunct professor at Queensland University of Technology
Queensland University of Technology
Episode: National Day celebrations / Cathay Pacific's typhoon contingency
Zhuo Bo
Retired People's Liberation Army senior colonel and senior fellow at Tsinghua University
Center for International Security and Strategy at Tsinghua University
Episode: National Day celebrations / Cathay Pacific's typhoon contingency
Professor Dahua Hsiao
Associate Professor at the Polytechnic University School of Fashion and Textiles
Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Episode: National Day celebrations / Cathay Pacific's typhoon contingency
Kenny Lamb
Founder of Love Recycling Plus
Love Recycling Plus
Episode: Backchat
Rizwan Aula
District Councillor from Kowloon City
Episode: Backchat
Alan Zeman
Chairman of the Lan Kwai Fong Group
Lan Kwai Fong Group
Episode: Policy Address review - Tourism / China's K talent visa
Stephen Barnes
Co-founder of the Hong Kong Visa Center and author of the Hong Kong Visa Handbook
Hong Kong Visa Center
Episode: Policy Address review - Immigration / Study on women homelessness / Homing abandoned pets

Hosts

John Bruce
Co-Host, regularly participating in dialogues with guests.
Azam Khan
Co-host, known for facilitating guest interactions and topic explorations.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • (30) 2019 episodes of interest on protests against CCP taking of Hong Kong.

    Podchaser
    Sticky1940
    2 months ago
  • great show but…

    can you get hosts and guests that speak slightly better english? perhaps you have no control over the guests.. but for hosts… i don’t want to hear the word “like” 10 times in a row…

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    3 customer
    Hong Kong2 years ago
  • Different show duration

    It is interesting to know that the show duration got 30 minutes difference in podcast and RTHK on the go.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    No data coffee lover
    Hong Kong3 years ago
  • One of the best sources of information on current affairs and events. As always, RTHK delivers.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    kdm852
    5 years ago
  • Great programme to know what is happening in hk

    Fabulious!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Awesome yeah
    Hong Kong15 years ago

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Overall, many find it a valuable resource for keeping up with current affairs in Hong Kong.

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#205
Canada/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#66
Hong Kong/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#218
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China's climate goals / Basic Housing Units Bill / Million-year-old skull and human evolution
Q: What significance does the recent discovery of the skull have on human evolution?
It complicates our understanding of the evolutionary tree and suggests a much earlier emergence of Homo sapiens than previously thought.
China's climate goals / Basic Housing Units Bill / Million-year-old skull and human evolution
Q: Should the Hong Kong government review its own carbon policy in light of China's commitment?
Yes, there's a need for renewed partnerships between the private sector and universities to effectively address climate change.
China's climate goals / Basic Housing Units Bill / Million-year-old skull and human evolution
Q: What are your thoughts on the pledge to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions?
It is very much needed good news; it signifies a meaningful step in climate science for addressing the issues we face today.
Policy Address review - Tourism / China's K talent visa
Q: Can you give us your views on what you thought was the most significant measure introduced to boost tourism in Hong Kong?
Alan Zeman explained that the promotion of integrated development of culture, sports, and tourism, and developments in the West Kowloon Cultural District were significant measures.
Policy Address review – Northern Metropolis / Digital Health Asia conference
Q: How do you see private sector involvement impacting the Northern Metropolis project?
Involving the private sector is crucial as bureaucrats lack business acumen; their participation could enhance market relevance and drive effective execution.

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This podcast engages listeners in discussions about prominent current affairs and local issues, frequently featuring expert panels and encouraging audience participation. Topics across episodes tend to span a variety of areas including politics, economics, healthcare, cultural events, and community matters, offering a broad spectrum of perspectives on pressing events in Hong Kong and beyond. Uniquely, the format allows for listener call-ins, creating an interactive atmosphere that likely enriches the experience by incorporating real-time feedback and inquiries from the audience. Overall, it stands out as a dynamic platform where diverse viewpoints on contemporary issues are articulated and debated.

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Recent guests on Backchat include:

1. Professor Xu Yuan
2. Captain John Tuller
3. Professor Warwick Powell
4. Zhuo Bo
5. Professor Dahua Hsiao
6. Kenny Lamb
7. Rizwan Aula
8. Alan Zeman

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