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China Unscripted

Chris Chappell
China
United States
Chinese Communist Party
Taiwan
Xi Jinping
Tiktok
Russia
Japan
Venezuela
Fentanyl
Belt and Road Initiative
Philippines
India
CCP
Tariffs
Canada
South China Sea
Iran
Trump
Socialism

From the team that brought you the satirical TV news show China Uncensored comes a...well...less scripted look at China. Chris Chappell and his team are off the teleprompter and on the mic to interview China experts, or discuss the issues of the day. And frankly, anything else they feel like discussing.

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In a desperate attempt to subvert Japanese politics and society, the CCP has gone too far. Now it's coming back to bite them hard. We are joined by David Day, Chairman of the G... more

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The CCP's threats cause some countries to back down. But others are standing up. And one in particular is training so aggressively that they are ready to fight China at any mom... more

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If you're not aware of how Chinese agents lure their targets in and you think you might be their target, this video is for you. In this episode we talked to Elsa Johnson, the e... more

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Microsoft is considering partnering with Chinese AI company Deepseek for its Copilot Cowork. But Microsoft isn't the only American company that's looking at China's cheaper AI ... more

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Recent Guests

Daria Eliza Chevalier
DSA member and prison abolitionist referenced in discussion
DSA
Episode: The DSA Wants to DESTROY America
Clara Valdez
Political candidate discussed in primary race context
DSA-aligned candidates
Episode: The DSA Wants to DESTROY America
Ambassador Yu
Ambassador (Taiwan)
Taiwanese government
Episode: How You Can Keep Taiwan Independent
Jensen Huang
CEO of Nvidia
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Episode: What Did Nvidia's CEO Just Say?
Ethan Gutmann
Award-winning author and investigative journalist focusing on organ harvesting
Author of The Slaughter
Episode: #331 Taiwan's Dark Secret Exposed - Taipei Mayor Goes Down | Ethan Gutmann
Chris Smith
Congressman known for Stop Transplant Act advocacy
U.S. Congress
Episode: 28 Year Olds Are Disappearing in China
Dee Dee Kirsten Topp
Investigative journalist with work on Vatican and transplant issues
Journalist
Episode: 28 Year Olds Are Disappearing in China
Dr. Charles Lee
Medical or investigatory expert referenced in discussion
Episode: The Dark Story Behind Chinese Wigs
Takaichi Sanae
A prominent Japanese politician and member of the ruling party, associated with conservative ideologies.
Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)
Episode: Japanese Youth Are Having a MAGA Revolution

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Miss the long episodes

    Why are all new segments so short now? I miss the old China Unscripted. Please reconsider bringing the long form episodes back!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emojita
    United States10 months ago
  • Great back catalogue, now only snippets

    This used to be one of the great China commentary podcasts (and the back catalogue still is). The combination of humour with the geopolitics of China and interesting guests is a perfect match to explore the behaviour of one of the pivotal actors in the world today.

    It is sad that the show chose to became paywalled. I understand the rationale for the decision, but in the current media environment, where every single producer has their own paywall, be it an in-house solution like China Unscripte... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DrBovdin
    Swedena year ago
  • Love this show

    China hawk since 1999

    What happened to new episodes?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    REDDMB
    United Statesa year ago
  • Too propogandistic

    Some good reporting, but the knee jerk reaction to everything the PRC government and CCP do is simplistic. No system is totally bad or good. Just as it’s false to claim that everything in China is good, ignoring the positives in Communist China means that when this podcast legitimately criticises things, it doesn’t have a lot of credibility. This, after all, is just the reverse of what it accuses the Chinese press of doing.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Bilas Peles
    United States2 years ago
  • Good but could be better

    Gets a little rambly sometimes, but overall informative and entertaining. Best when they interview people. Chris is funnier when he writes jokes into the script, i.e. China Uncensored.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    The Fernbrook
    Australia2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests are consistently strong and provide valuable expertise.
Segments are punchy, but some listeners miss longer, in-depth discussions.
Paid snippets and paywalls are controversial among long-time fans.
Content is informative with strong viewpoints; some find the tone provocative.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#121
Taiwan/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#135
Hong Kong/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#184
Philippines/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#196
Austria/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#231
South Korea/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How You Can Keep Taiwan Independent
Q: What can they do to support Taiwan?
Citizens can contact their representatives and senators, express that Taiwan's democracy matters to them, and support broader U.S.-Taiwan linkages in business, education, and cultural exchanges.
How China Controls American Food
Q: Do we fix this, or should we try to fix it?
The guest explains that reform efforts have begun, including creating a digital form with geospatial data and requiring full beneficial ownership disclosure, which together improve transparency and deter opaque ownership by CCP-adjacent entities.
Another WHO Coverup
Q: Regarding the WHO's handling of information about China, why do you think they credulously treated China at the start of the pandemic?
The guest suggests the WHO has been influenced by political considerations and propaganda, making it hard to discern reliable information, especially when aligned with official narratives.
Another WHO Coverup
Q: So you're talking about this organ tourism. Do you have a sense that have American elites gone to China for organs on demand?
The guest explains that there are known examples from many Western countries and that evidence is difficult to admit publicly, but that pre-existing knowledge about where organs come from is growing and anecdotes exist.
How NOT to Deal With China
Q: Is there a recognition in Canada by the intelligence or military that these cars are dangerous?
Currently, there hasn't been any public recognition or statement from Canadian intelligence about the dangers posed by Chinese EVs, despite similar actions taken by countries like Poland and Israel.

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The show delivers unscripted discussions and interviews centered on China, geopolitics, and global policy. Episodes blend sharp analysis with candid commentary on current events, often featuring guests who are researchers, journalists, policymakers, and industry observers. Noteworthy is the willingness to tackle controversial topics with a provocative, skeptical lens, plus a recurring emphasis on national security, technology, and media narratives. The format can range from in-depth conversations to timely takes on fast-moving topics, making it a good fit for listeners who want a bold, think-piece style briefing with guests who provide expertise and context.

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Recent guests on China Unscripted include:

1. Daria Eliza Chevalier
2. Clara Valdez
3. Ambassador Yu
4. Jensen Huang
5. Ethan Gutmann
6. Chris Smith
7. Dee Dee Kirsten Topp
8. Dr. Charles Lee

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