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Sinocism Live

Bill Bishop
China
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Bill Bishop, author of the Sinocism newsletter, chats with experts from around the world to help us all get smarter about China. Topics discussed include politics, foreign relations, business, finance, culture, history and markets. It started as a podcast but is now video too. Nearly 400,000 investors, policymakers, executives, analysts, diplomats, journalists, scholars and others read Sinocism fo... more

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This is a recording of my October 31, 2025 discussion with Ruixue Jia and Hongbin Li about their excellent and important new book The Highest Exam - How the Gaokao Shapes China.

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This is a recording of my October 30, 2025 conversation with Rush Doshi, the C.V. Starr senior fellow for Asia studies and director of the China Strategy Initiative at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) and an assistant professor in Georgetown’s ... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Froman
President of the Council on Foreign Relations, former Deputy National Security Advisor for International Trade and Economics, and U.S. Trade Representative.
Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: Sinocism Live: Council on Foreign Relations President Michael Froman on the US-China trade war
Charles Parton
Former UK diplomat with a focus on China, currently Chief Advisor to the Council on Geostrategy.
Council on Geostrategy
Episode: Sinocism Live: The UK-China spy scandal and UK-China relations with Charles Parton
Afra Wang
Writer of the SubStack newsletter 'Concurrent' focusing on tech trends between Silicon Valley and China.
Concurrent
Episode: Sinocism Live: Dispatches from China with Afra Wang and Jasmine Sun
Jasmine Sun
A full-time Substack writer who explores the intersection of technology and culture.
jasmine.substack.com
Episode: Sinocism Live: Dispatches from China with Afra Wang and Jasmine Sun
Joseph Torigian
Professor at American University and author
American University
Episode: Joseph Torigian on Xi Zhongxun, Xi Jinping, Party History, and the 9.3 Parade
Finbarr Bermingham
Senior Correspondent at the South China Morning Post
South China Morning Post
Episode: Sinocism Live: Previewing the EU-China Summit with Finbarr Bermingham
Robin Brooks
Foreign exchange strategy guru and expert
Brookings
Episode: All about the RMB with Robin Brooks
Bill Bishop
Founder of the Sinocism newsletter, focusing on China
Sinocism
Episode: WTF2.0: Bill Bishop
Chris Johnson
President and CEO of China Strategies Group, former US intelligence official.
China Strategies Group
Episode: Substack Election Dialogues: China and the US election

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Bill Bishop
Host and expert commentator on China, known for providing insightful analysis on China's politics and economics.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 148 ratings
  • AIR POLLUTION IN CHINA/EV AUTOS

    Great information about the EV autos in China. But the comment that pollution in Beijing will be impacted by EV autos—I wonder if that is realistic. I was in China in 2013 and the air pollution was horrible. Isn’t the air pollution really caused by the multitude of coal-fired power plants which China is adding in quick succession? And China is not advocating nuclear power plants. I would like your opinion on this issue.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Platmom
    United Statesa year ago
  • Pure alpha

    Incredibly insightful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DCP - LDN
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • The Top Analysis on China

    Bill is a consummate professional and one of the most thoughtful and objective analyst of China. This podcast is the best available for serious China watchers as well as people interested in learning more about current issues in China.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Renurok
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Podcasts - all of the episodes

    Wish there were more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZonkyPikkuPossu
    Singapore4 years ago
  • Great

    Informative podcast by one of the most savvy China watchers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Larry ITunes HOTMAIL EMAIL
    United States4 years ago

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Many find the discussions engaging and informative, making it a recommended resource for professionals and academics.
Listeners appreciate the detailed analysis and insights provided, viewing it as invaluable for understanding China.

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Sinocism Live: Council on Foreign Relations President Michael Froman on the US-China trade war
Q: How can the US effectively respond to China's recent export controls?
Froman suggests that the US needs to collaborate with allies to formulate a collective and coordinated response to China's actions regarding export controls.
Sinocism Live: Council on Foreign Relations President Michael Froman on the US-China trade war
Q: What is the current state of the US-China trade relationship under President Trump?
Ambassador Froman explains that it is marked by significant uncertainty, with ongoing tensions and mixed signals from both administrations regarding negotiations.
Live with Bill Bishop and Tu Le on China EVs
Q: Is there a concern about overcapacity in the Chinese auto sector?
Yes, government officials have begun to talk about overcapacity, which is a significant issue for the industry.
Live with Bill Bishop and Tu Le on China EVs
Q: What do you think about Tesla's position in the China market?
Tesla is struggling due to the strong competition from local manufacturers and finding it hard to maintain its brand image.
Live with Bill Bishop and Tu Le on China EVs
Q: How do you think the current price cuts by BYD will affect the market?
It places pressure on smaller companies while showing that BYD has the financial strength to absorb losses for market dominance.

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Focusing on the multifaceted relations between China and the world, the content features discussions with experts who provide unique insights into the political, economic, and cultural dynamics of contemporary China. Noteworthy topics include the impact of Chinese policy on international markets, the development of the electric vehicle industry, and the implications of recent geopolitical events. Episodes often explore the historical context of current affairs, making them particularly informative for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of China's role in global issues.

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1. Michael Froman
2. Charles Parton
3. Afra Wang
4. Jasmine Sun
5. Joseph Torigian
6. Finbarr Bermingham
7. Robin Brooks
8. Bill Bishop

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