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A place to unpack reactions to major events and hot issues in a casual setting.

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Latest Episodes

Apple is lowering its App Store commission in China, a move believed to be a major concession in one of its most important markets. What's driving the change? How may it affect developers, consumers, and Apple's business model in the country? And cou... more

Global financial giant UBS has downgraded U.S. stocks, as markets stumble into one of their worst starts in decades. Is this a routine reset or a warning shot? Where is capital moving now? Are emerging markets the real story? And with geopolitics hea... more

China will set up a national-level mergers and acquisitions fund to help venture capital investors find an exit. How urgent is the need? And with cumulative dividends and share buybacks hitting a record high, what does that signal about the reshaping... more

For the first time, the Global Governance Initiative, a framework for reforming international relations, is set to feature in the recommendations for China’s new Five-Year Plan. This comes as national lawmakers and political advisors prepare to gathe... more

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Recent Guests

Yao Shujie
Cheung Kong Professor of Economics, Chongqing University
Chongqing University
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John Gong
Professor of Economics
University of International Business and Economics
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Özgür Altınbaş
Chief of the Foreign News Service at Adenlink in Turkey
Adenlink
Episode: 2026 Two Sessions: China’s Global Governance Initiative in action
Muhammad Zamir Assadi
Director at the China Desk of Lord Media Network in Pakistan
Lord Media Network
Episode: 2026 Two Sessions: China’s Global Governance Initiative in action
Dr. Harvey Dzodin
Senior Fellow at the Center for China and Globalization.
Center for China and Globalization
Episode: Why is "Becoming Chinese" going viral overseas?
Marcus Kneifel
Senior Vice President of Systems Engineering at Onsemi, a leading US semiconductor company specializing in intelligent power and sensing technologies.
Onsemi
Episode: Smarter China, Greater Opportunities: Multinationals' Winning Guide
Willie Tan
CEO of Skechers China, South Korea, and Southeast Asia.
Skechers
Episode: Smarter China, Greater Opportunities: Multinationals' Winning Guide
Frank Hammes
Global CEO of IQAir, a Swiss multinational known for its air purification and monitoring technology.
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Episode: Greener China, Smarter Business: How multinationals are adapting
Roger Chen
Managing Director China of CLP Holdings, involved in the energy sector since 1979.
CLP Holdings
Episode: Greener China, Smarter Business: How multinationals are adapting

Hosts

Tu Yun
Host of Chat Lounge, provides insightful discussions on various topics ranging from international affairs to cultural commentary.
Xu Yawen
Host at Chat Lounge, drawing on a background in media and journalism to facilitate discussions on current events and cultural exchanges.

Reviews

3.1 out of 5 stars from 155 ratings
  • Good insight

    Diff perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    China3 years ago
  • great discussion

    Very informative! Get to know more about world affairs

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kobe4ever&ever
    United States4 years ago
  • Woke.

    CCP sponsored channel.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Beijinglaoda
    China4 years ago
  • Hope our politicians can hear this podcast

    I have been following your recent episodes about China's political system and other issues. I have to say these are the best discussions about China and I have learned tons of things about the country. They are not trying to sell anything, just their thoughts and observations. Not propaganda! From their accents, I think some of the panelists are Americans.They do disagree on some issues. I really hope those politicians in D.C. can take a listen so that they will know better about the country whi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David loves LA
    United States5 years ago
  • Very open discussions about china and CCP

    I enjoy listening to the discussions, which offers different views about China and the communist party. Very calm and balanced.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fabio Har
    United States5 years ago

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Some listeners have critiqued the program as being too aligned with specific political narratives, signaling a divide in appeal to wider audiences.
Many reviews highlight the podcast's informative nature, with deep dives into topics that matter to current world affairs.
Listeners appreciate the varied perspectives on global issues, indicating a well-rounded discussion framework.

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#6
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#76
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#99
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#219
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#231
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#235
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Will the U.S. rare earth futures plan undermine China's dominance?
Q: If the US establishes a rare earth futures market, how could it alter the landscape for miners and end-use industries?
There will be intensified competition, and establishing a futures market could stabilize the spot market and incentivize production, but there are uncertainties about its implementation.
Will the U.S. rare earth futures plan undermine China's dominance?
Q: How detached from industrial reality is this financial engineering?
Pricing power cannot be claimed without controlling supply, fundamentally questioning the rationale behind the futures market.
Will the U.S. rare earth futures plan undermine China's dominance?
Q: From a Chinese perspective, what was your initial reaction to the news?
The market is expanding, but the U.S. is not a significant shareholder in this sector, likened to people without flour mills deciding the price of wheat.
Where is America headed after the Minnesota shooting?
Q: How might this impact U.S. immigration policy?
The shooting and resulting protests may revive discussions around immigration policy but significant changes seem unlikely due to entrenched political positions.
Where is America headed after the Minnesota shooting?
Q: Could ICE potentially be dismantled as a result of protests?
While calls for abolishtion have grown, it's unlikely amidst political divisions, but public sentiment might push for accountability and reform.

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Content primarily revolves around discussions of contemporary issues, global events, and cultural phenomena, particularly focusing on China and its international relations. Episodes frequently feature expert guests who provide insights into socio-economic challenges, technological advancements, and the complexities of geopolitics. Unique to this content is its focus on nuanced perspectives that often contrast mainstream narratives, allowing for in-depth analyses across various critical topics such as immigration policy, trade dynamics, and cultural exchanges. This blend of commentary and expert opinion is likely to appeal to listeners who appreciate well-rounded discussions on pressing global issues.

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1. Yao Shujie
2. John Gong
3. Özgür Altınbaş
4. Muhammad Zamir Assadi
5. Dr. Harvey Dzodin
6. Marcus Kneifel
7. Willie Tan
8. Frank Hammes

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