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Conversations exploring China, technology, and US-China relations. Guests include a wide range of analysts, policymakers, and academics. Hosted by Jordan Schneider. Check out the newsletter at www.chinatalk.media/

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Justin and Eric cohost with Pete Modigliani and Matt McGregor, coauthors of the Defense Tech and Acquisition substack (defenseacquisition.substack.com/).

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16:24 The Future of Defense Technology and Startups

33:37 Cultural Shifts in... more

Jasmine Sun (jasmi.news/), Nathan Lambert (www.interconnects.ai/), and special guest Afra Wang (afraw.substack.com/).

Our article on 'China makes AI girlfriends and America makes AI boyfriends' www.chinatalk.media/p/w... more

we cooked better than cafe milano

00:00 Colby's trainwreck of a hearing + right wing DC food

16:42 Countering Drones

35:32 How to train seriously

Guests include:

• Tony Stark, Army vet who writes www.breakingbeijing.com/

• Justin Mc... more

Peter Harrell and Oren Cass join the show to talk IEEPA at the Supreme Court and broader US grand strategy towards China.

03:01 IEPA Tariffs and Their Implications

17:27 Reciprocity and Trade Agreements

20:13 USMCA and Fortress North America

39:0... more

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Recent Guests

Afra Wang
Special guest and newlywed
Episode: Overfit: AI Lovers, Chinese Model Takeover, Vice Signalling, Hefei Model
Tyler Jost
Professor at Brown University
Brown University
Episode: CCP Bureaucracies in War
Kirsten Asdal
Former naval officer and co-founder of a China-focused research and advisory firm.
China-focused research and advisory firm
Episode: Second Breakfast: Xi-Trump, Taiwan Deterrence, Tibetan Buddhism, Antietam
Charlotte Asdal
Former naval officer and co-founder of a China-focused research and advisory firm.
China-focused research and advisory firm
Episode: Second Breakfast: Xi-Trump, Taiwan Deterrence, Tibetan Buddhism, Antietam
Lauren Kahn
Expert in defense strategies and emerging technologies
CSET
Episode: Second Breakfast: Gaza, SOUTHCOM, AI Nuke Analogies Stink, Generals Using AI (with M. Horowitz and L. Kahn!)
Michael Horowitz
Expert in defense and emerging technologies
Perry World House
Episode: Second Breakfast: Gaza, SOUTHCOM, AI Nuke Analogies Stink, Generals Using AI (with M. Horowitz and L. Kahn!)
Tarun Chhabra
Head of National Security Policy at Anthropic, former Deputy Assistant to the President.
Anthropic
Episode: Tarun Chhabra on the Stakes of AI Competition
Bryan Clark
Longtime Submariner and war games expert
Hudson Institute
Episode: Second Breakfast: Putin's Drones, SecWar Patton, Wargaming, Finding Subs
Anthony Vinci
Former Chief Technology Officer, NGA, and author of The Fourth Intelligence, The Future of Espionage
Episode: Second Breakfast: The Future of Intelligence

Host

Jordan Schneider
Host with a strong interest in geopolitical discussions, particularly related to China and tech policy. Often engages with various analysts and experts to explore nuanced topics surrounding US-China relations.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 614 ratings
  • No podcast episode should ever be released with edits that cut a speaker mid thought. Points off for that.

    Podcast Addict
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    a month ago
  • Content great, audio shocking

    Love this pod. Great discussions.

    Drives me insane that every episode has a different audio quality. This week’s ep, the guy sounds underwater.

    Makes my heart sink when a new ep is up because I’ll know I have to sit through bad recording.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    tastefultrade
    Australia2 months ago
  • Leaving the building…

    After sticking with this for nearly a year, I am now a “former“ listener/reader. I find that the quality varies enormously, and that the topic selection lacks coherence. Perhaps most disturbing of all is that when I try to listen in order to be able to do other things simultaneously, I am assaulted by a host who sounds like a high school sophomore trying to frame a thought or a sentence with as many “…..like” phrases as possible. It makes my head hurt. None of my adult children speak that way be... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Fed up in HK
    United States3 months ago
  • Thought provoking

    The range of topic is indeed wild. The last episode “Dissent from Moscow to Beijing” was really good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LeeAbrahamZ
    United States3 months ago
  • Up and down

    Skip all episodes with Dylan, Doug, and Jon (Transistor Radio).

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mya5728
    United States5 months ago

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Some appreciate the depth of analysis and variety of guests, reflecting on insightful geopolitical discussions.
Listeners highlight the engaging conversation style but express concern about the clarity and structure of the discussions.

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#211
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#39
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#60
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Talking Points

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CCP Bureaucracies in War
Q: What was happening between the mainland and Taiwan at that time?
In 1962, as tensions rose in Taiwan and amongst the military, Mao was informed through intelligence channels and engaged with his bureaucratic establishment to discuss possible responses.
Tarun Chhabra on the Stakes of AI Competition
Q: What are the historical patterns in China's industrial strategy?
Chhabra elaborates on China's repeated strategy of dependency followed by indigenization in various sectors, suggesting that the likelihood of stopping this trend is low.
Tarun Chhabra on the Stakes of AI Competition
Q: What are the variables that you tried to optimize for regarding chip making?
Chhabra emphasizes that the US should maintain its competitive edge in chip manufacturing, focusing on components and services to defend the advantage against China's advancing technologies.
War in the Pacific with Ian Toll
Q: What were some themes you wanted to emphasize that you felt were different from Morrison's work?
I wanted to combine the grand strategy with the experiences of ordinary soldiers and sailors, including the impact of military politics on decisions.
NVIDIA GPU Black Market Smuggling
Q: What motivated you to try to trace the GPU smuggling supply chain from the US into China?
I saw a Reuters story about the concept of a GPU black market, which is really compelling and dystopian.

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Conversations focus on China and its intersection with technology and US-China relations, showcasing insights from a diverse array of analysts, policymakers, and academics. The discussions delve into current geopolitical issues, historical contexts, and the intricate dynamics shaping policy between the U.S. and China, often touching upon technology's role in these developments. Episodes explore a wide range of themes, from military strategy and AI advancements to cultural exchanges and environmental challenges, making it a rich resource for listeners interested in understanding China's global influence and the implications for future relations with the United States.

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