
A semi-serious deep dive into Chinese history and culture broadcast from Beijing and hosted by Jeremiah Jenne and David Moser.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 104 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Places & TravelHistorySociety & Culture | |||

Lee Moore's new book challenges both Chinese state propaganda and Western pundits on Taiwan, Xinjiang, the Chinese economy, and Hong Kong with 1400 endnotes, and a drinking game for beheadings.
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It’s another Barbarians at the Gate crossover with China Books Review. This month’s China Archives column covers Decadence Mandchoue by Edmund Backhouse, edited and annotated by Derek Sandhaus. CBR Associate Editor Alexander Boyd and I sat down to ta... more
Welcome to a special episode of Barbarians at the Gate. David and Jeremiah are off this week preparing for Chinese New Year, but as a special gift to our listeners, we are cross-posting this bonus episode about the life and China travels of the Ameri... more
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David and Jeremiah are two old grizzled veterans of China watching. I've always enjoyed their discussion about the history and life in China.
I absolutely love this podcast! Please keep making it. My interest in China and Chinese culture increases every time I listen. Thanks so much!
Fascinating perspectives on contemporary China, from American educators who have worked and lived in China for years. An inside view that's an eye-opening corrective to simplistic conspiracy-tinged China bashing, without sparing the Chinese establishment from first-hand critique.
I was lucky enough to be able go on a guided tour with Jeremiah when I visited Beijing in 2017. He came very highly recommended by a friend and boy, did he not disappoint! The amount of depth and nuance he managed to convey to our group of completely clueless tourists in just a few hours was absolutely amazing and eye-opening. And now that the podcast is back, it keeps offering a similarly striking glimpse into what is going on with China today and I’m looking forward to each new episode!
You guys are finally back! I’ve missed your show!
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This podcast offers an engaging exploration of Chinese history and culture, featuring discussions that encompass a diverse range of topics including historical figures, significant cultural events, and contemporary societal shifts. The hosts bring their expertise to each episode, often incorporating conversations with scholars and experts from various fields, which adds depth and insight into the themes discussed. While maintaining a semi-serious tone, the content is accessible to both those familiar with China and newcomers interested in learning more about its rich heritage.
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