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Face-Off: The U.S. vs China

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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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THE GREAT WAGER Episode 3. Grip and grin: When Nixon met Mao

While we’re preparing season 3 of Face Off, we’re excited to present an encore presentation of The Great Wager, a five-part series about Richard Nixon’s top-secret plan to go to China, bef... more

THE GREAT WAGER Episode 2: Plots and private planes: How Henry Kissinger pulled off a secret trip to China

While we’re preparing season 3 of Face Off, we’re excited to present an encore presentation of The Great Wager, a five-part series about Richa... more

THE GREAT WAGER EPISODE 1: Richard Nixon's 'crazy' idea: Make befriending the Chinese Communist Party his legacy

With money, power and political standing at stake, America’s relationship with China is tenuous. But it wasn’t always that way.

The G... more

In this bonus episode of Face-Off Jane speaks with former ambassador to China, Nicholas Burns. They discuss Ambassador Burns’ encounters with the Chinese leader Xi Jinping, his meetings with American CEOs, and his travels to remote places in China.

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Recent Guests

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Episode: AI Superpower: US or China?
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CEO of Dunne Insights and author of American Wheels, Chinese Roads.
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Author of Left Over Women, The Resurgence of Gender Inequality in China
Episode: Feminist Rebels
Albie Zhang
Episode: Feminist Rebels
Peter Loehr
Long-time American movie producer and founder of the first independent film company in China, Aima Film
Episode: Hollywood and China
Louise Matsakis
Journalist covering TikTok for Wired
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Lingling Wei
Reporter for the Wall Street Journal known for her hard-hitting reporting on China’s economy.
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Episode: Journalists in China
Minxin Pei
Political scientist at Claremont McKenna College
Claremont McKenna College
Episode: Two Strongmen

Hosts

Jane Perlez
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, former New York Times Beijing Bureau Chief, and current fellow at Harvard Kennedy School's Belfer Center with extensive expertise in foreign affairs.
Rana Mitter
Professor of modern China at Harvard and historian with vast knowledge about contemporary Chinese history and politics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 329 ratings
  • Mao to Xi Episode

    I’ve followed this podcast for over a year now. I had to leave a review after listening to this episode with a group of peers from developing countries. This episode was a stunner.

    The episode was filled with arrogance and self-righteousness as thick as molasses.

    The historical context is helpful. However, there is a lack of self awareness and self reflection - never deeply contemplating whether they did something wrong. To them, the USA could do no wrong and was always the one being kind. But... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Bamboosprout
    United States5 months ago
  • Podcast soulmates

    Interviewer seems to be very defensive and very aggressive in the way she is interviewing. I don’t like this way of interviewing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    lubo19
    Belgium6 months ago
  • One of the best China podcasts

    Always interesting topics, great guests, really well done show hosted by veteran journalist Jane Perlez.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Difu.Shi
    United States7 months ago
  • Tired of western perspectives

    I thought this show would be a much more comprehensive look into US China relations, but in reality, it’s nothing more than western liberals interviewing Chinese liberals. Where are the communists? Where are the people that are supportive of China’s government?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    yaaghi77
    United States7 months ago
  • Wow!

    This is a fascinating podcast that really makes the everyday American aware of how our country’s relationship with China has a real impact on our America. Each episode is presented in an engaging and digestible way. Very interesting and impressive! Highly recommend!!!

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    Tommi B R
    United States7 months ago

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The depth of analysis and the credentials of the guests frequently receive praise, highlighting the show's thorough research.

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Q: Is there a way of estimating how much less Ukrainian territory Russia might have without China's help?
Goldstein notes that it’s hard to quantify but China's economic assistance has been crucial in supporting Russia's efforts during the war.
Soulmates: Xi and Putin
Q: Do you think their friendship was so strong that Putin told Xi what he was going to do, that he was going to invade Ukraine?
Goldstein responds that while the relationship is strong, he believes the Chinese were caught off guard by Putin's invasion and their support subsequently developed.
AI Superpower: US or China?
Q: Do you believe that DeepSeek has really made its model as cheaply and as effectively as they are saying?
While skepticism is always warranted, there are indications that DeepSeek's efficiency claims are credible based on the techniques they published.
AI Superpower: US or China?
Q: What are the basics on how the Chinese approach to the development of AI is different from the approach in the US?
The Chinese approach has been heavily regulated, focusing on a clear path to product application before investment, while the US has seen more private investment without such strict requirements.
Feminist Rebels
Q: Can you give us an idea of the scale of how this law against domestic violence is not enforced?
It's extremely difficult to get a divorce the first time you take your case to court, judges are just going to smack it down.

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