
China Unpacked brings you the human side of China - beyond the headlines and politics. From comedians, creators to entrepreneurs, chefs, and cultural insiders, each episode unpacks stories of identity, ambition, and creativity, and what it’s really like to live in one of the world’s most misunderstood and fast-evolving countries.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 10 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureEducation | |||

Meet Tony, the viral face of LC Sign — and one of the most recognizable Chinese creators on the internet.
Known for his hilarious accents and unhinged humor, Tony helped turn a Chinese factory account into a global viral phenomenon. But behind the j... more
Meet Craig Hickerson, an American filmmaker documenting everyday life in China through cinematic mini-documentaries.
After moving from the U.S. to China, Craig began capturing the small, ordinary moments most people walk past — a flower on the grou... more
Meet Gavin, an American who moved to China to study at Peking University — and ended up building a career inside one of the world’s most competitive digital ecosystems. From mastering the Chinese language to growing millions of followers on Chinese p... more
Meet Adrien, an American who opened a pizza shop in China’s countryside. By blending local ingredients with Western cooking, his restaurant became a viral sensation, attracting both locals and tourists.
This week on China Unpacked, Adrien opens up a... more
Meet Jesse, the creator who turned tea into one of the most unexpected cultural bridges between China and the world.
But before Jesse’s Tea House, he did something few foreigners have ever managed to do: he mastered traditional Chinese comedy and bu... more
Meet George, the chef on a mission to change the perception of tofu in America. Trained under a fifth-generation tofu master in China, George is here to prove that everything you know about tofu is wrong.
In this episode of China Unpacked, we’ll ta... more
Meet Laurence, the viral creator, rapper, film director, and future entertainment lawyer determined to make Chinese music and entertainment the next global phenomenon.
In this episode of China Unpacked, we dive into Laurence’s multifaceted journey, ... more
Meet Paul, a multi-talented American who created the biggest meme in China, by pure accident
In this episode of China Unpacked, we dive into Paul’s unlikely journey: from growing up in Amish country in the US to moving to China, cracking the code of... more









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This program explores the human side of China through a cross-cultural lens, featuring conversations with chefs, performers, creators, and cultural insiders. Episodes center on identity, creativity, and lived experience—from elevating tofu in American cuisine and discussing plant-based diets to exploring the evolution of Chinese entertainment, meme culture, and stand-up comedy across borders. A recurring through-line is how humor, culture, and media can bridge East and West, offering practical takeaways for audiences interested in marketing, storytelling, and cross-cultural collaboration. The show often surfaces unique, on-the-ground perspectives that challenge stereotypes and illuminate everyday life in a fast-changing China.
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Recent guests on China Unpacked include:
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2. Laurence Brahm
3. Paul Mac Ashton
4. Joe Wong
5. Ryan Chen
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