
China is one of the 21st century’s most consequential nations, and it has never been more important to understand how the country is governed. Pekingology is the podcast that unpacks Chinese politics, the inner workings of the Communist Party, and how China's domestic and foreign policy will impact the world. Pekingology is hosted by Henrietta Levin, Senior Fellow with the Freeman Chair in China S... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 143 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Government | |||

As a global power, China faces a growing tension between its ambitions to reshape the international order and its disinterest in bearing the costs of upholding that new system. In this episode of Pekingology, CSIS Senior Fellow Henrietta Levin is joi... more
China and Russia have transformed a historically fraught relationship into one of the most consequential strategic partnerships in the world. This week on Pekingology, CSIS Senior Fellow Henrietta Levin is joined by Alexander Gabuev, a leading expert... more
In this episode of Pekingology, CSIS Senior Fellow Henrietta Levin is joined by Adam Farrar, who previously served as Special Advisor to the Vice President for the Indo-Pacific, Space, and Intelligence as well as Director for the Korean Peninsula and... more
In this bonus episode of Pekingology, host Henrietta Levin is joined by Jon Czin to discuss the May 14-15 summit between President Trump and President Xi in Beijing. Henrietta and Jon unpack the personal relationship between Trump and Xi, as well as ... more
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Always providing relative and timely analysis that is diverse in scope. Henrietta is a fantastic host and credit to CSIS
I listen to every single episode and they are all so timely and informative!!! As good as it gets!!! Thanks!
What a shame this podcast is so pro Trump. Could be an interesting format with a balanced approach.
“Pekingology” weird name. Peking is what the western imperialists called Beijing in the old times. It’s like calling Chinese oriental in the 21st century.
Easily the best podcast on China, with incredibly clever guests who really care about their subjects and a hostess who concentrates on making her guests shine, rather than showing how smart and fancy she is (even though she is both these things). There are many flashes of humour instead of the dreary self serving seriousness, and the production team work to have a smorgasbord of topics, including historical. And with many international guests. Recommended for anyone that wants to understand mode... more
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Analyses center on Chinese governance, domestic politics, and Beijing's global strategy, often through policy and security lenses. Episodes routinely dissect CCP governance, cross-strait dynamics, U.S.-China competition, and China's role in the Middle East, Latin America, and Africa, featuring leading think-tank researchers, former government officials, and regional specialists. Noteworthy traits include rigorous, academic-style inquiry, emphasis on long-term strategic thinking, and a mix of historical context with current events. Listeners are likely policy professionals, academics, and industry leaders seeking nuanced, non-sensational perspectives on China and its world role.
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Recent guests on Pekingology include:
1. Adam Farrar
2. Phil Luck
3. Aaron Glasserman
4. Eyck Freymann
5. Ben Hillman
6. Neil Thomas
7. Zoe Liu
8. Charlie Edel
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