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Face-Off: The U.S. vs China

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Taiwan
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FACE-OFF: US vs CHINA is an inside look at the turbulent relationship between the world's two superpowers, the two men in charge, and the vital issues that affect us all. FACE-OFF is hosted by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jane Perlez, former New York Times Beijing bureau chief and current fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center. In each episode Professor Rana Mitter, recently of ... more

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Recent Guests

Marites Vitug
Editor at large at Rappler, host on WorldView
Rappler
Episode: Clash on the High Seas
Oliver Nobetau
Lawyer from Papua New Guinea and fellow at the Lowy Institute in Sydney
Lowy Institute
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Alberto Moel
Former robotics company executive and current professor at the University of Hong Kong
Episode: Rise of the Robots
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Former National Security Advisor under President Biden and now a podcaster
Harvard Kennedy School
Episode: The Xi Factor
Zhou Bo
Retired senior colonel in the People's Liberation Army
Episode: China's Arms Race
Chang Che
Journalist currently working on a book about garbage time moments in China.
Episode: Generation Burnout
Nicholas Burns
Former U.S. Ambassador to China
U.S. Government
Episode: Criss-Crossing China
Karen Howe
Hong Kong-based journalist and engineer, author of "Empire of AI"
Episode: AI Superpower: US or China?
Michael Dunne
CEO of Dunne Insights and author of American Wheels, Chinese Roads.
Episode: Electric Vehicles

Host

Jane Perlez
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist with extensive experience as a foreign correspondent, particularly in China, and a fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School's Belfer Center.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 361 ratings
  • Highly recommend the FaceOff podcast

    Thanks to Jane Perlez and the FaceOff team for season three of this podcast.

    Already some great insights into developments and potential directions in the US/China space, a space that is currently more dynamic than in any other time.

    The impact of ‘Garbage Time’ (Season 3 Episode 1) will be something to watch and takes me back to a piece of work done by the Royal Dutch Shell Operations Research team in the 1980s.

    Zhou Bo (Season 3 Episode 2) as always is a useful voice for providing clarit... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew from Avalon
    Australia24 days ago
  • Useful

    This is an interesting podcast for those interested in China and especially its relationship with the USA. The presenter regularly makes clear her low opinion of Donald J Trump, sometimes it is superfluous. Even Biden/Clinton adviser Jake Sullivan seems to take a more nuanced view. Given the presenter is supposed to be a journalistic expert voice on China she regularly appears amazed to learn new things about it from Rana Mitter. The guests make the show worthwhile.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Sweeney Agonistes
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • China expert

    I love listening to Jane as she asks all the right questions about China and its ever more powerful role in the world

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suzie Nic
    Australiaa month ago
  • Informative and relatable

    I loved the episode on generational burnout - I learned so much about another culture, its similarities with millennials in the US and the universal problems facing every young person right now.

    Jane asks some incredible and tough questions, always getting to the bottom of what the listener wants, and needs, to hear!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HollandOats
    United Statesa month ago
  • Much more than I ever considered

    This is a great show on a topic I hadn’t actively sought out info on beforehand. Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Showbiz fan15
    United Statesa month ago

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Critiques include perceptions of bias in favor of certain political perspectives, leading to divided opinions on the approach to the subject matter.
Listeners appreciate the expert insights provided by the hosts and guests, emphasizing the depth of information about China and U.S. relations.

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Talking Points

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The Xi Factor
Q: What would the world look like with China in the lead as the number one superpower?
Sullivan outlines concerns around China's economic dominance, free speech restrictions globally, and the precarious future of Taiwan under Chinese leadership.
The Xi Factor
Q: What is Xi Jinping like up close, in the room, across the table?
Sullivan describes Xi as imposing yet relaxed, capable of dynamic conversation across various tones, and adept at serious discussions without showing disdain for the U.S.
China's Arms Race
Q: Do you worry that the world is entering a new arms race?
In the nuclear field, I do not worry about that because escalating arsenals would be a very imprudent move by the United States.
China's Arms Race
Q: What does the primary purpose of the parade you mentioned in the episode highlight about China's intentions?
The parade serves multiple purposes: showcasing military strength and demonstrating transparency in China's military capabilities to counter Western criticism.
Generation Burnout
Q: What do you think of AI as a solution to these issues?
AI is a sophisticated tool, but it isn't a solution to the current malaise and economic challenges; it needs to be used effectively to build something new.

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The content provides an insightful examination of the complex and often contentious relationship between the United States and China. It features discussions on critical geopolitical issues, including military strategy, trade relations, and cultural dimensions, drawing on expert insights from both hosts and a range of distinguished guests. Notably, the dialogues encompass historical contexts and contemporary events, aiming to unravel the underlying tensions and future implications of this vital global relationship.

The unique blend of seasoned journalists and scholars as hosts enhances the depth and perspectives offered, making it particularly appealing for listeners interested in politics, international relations, and the impact of these t... more

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8. Karen Howe

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