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States of Play with Sam Olsen
China
Russia
United States
US Dollar
Israel
Iran
Belt and Road Initiative
Ukraine
Chinese Communist Party
De-Dollarization
Macroeconomics
Chinese Economy
Trade Relations
Vladimir Putin
Demography
Global South
Brazil
Manufacturing
Economics
India

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Former UK Business Secretary and economist Sir Vince Cable joins States of Play to unpack whether China and India are truly eclipsing the West. We cove... more

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In this conversation, Sam talks to the demographer Paul Morland, discussing the critical role of demography in understanding global power dynamics, eco... more

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Russia is grinding forward in Ukraine, drones now dominate the battlefield, and Western support is faltering. In this episode of States of Play, Sam Ol... more

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In this new episode of States of Play, a repeat of What China Wants, Sam Olsen is joined by Michelin-starred chef and cultural observer Andrew Wong, head chef of London’s acclaimed restaurant A. Wong. Together, they explore how Chinese ... more

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Recent Guests

Sir Vince Cable
Economist, former UK business secretary, and author of Eclipse in the West
Episode: States of Play podcast Episode 13: China and India - Eclipsing the West?
Alexander Lord
Leads the Europe and Eurasia desk at Sibylion's global intelligence team, overseeing geopolitical and security risks analysis in the region.
Sibylion
Episode: States of Play podcast Episode 11: Ukraine at Breaking Point: Russia’s Slow Advance and the Drone War
Andrew Wong
Chef and owner of A. Wong, an acclaimed Chinese restaurant in London
A. Wong
Episode: States of Play podcast (repeat) - The Culture and Passion of Chinese Food
Scott Rozelle
Leading development economist from Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: States of Play podcast (repeat) - Why Invisible China Matters
Joseph Torigian
Research fellow at the Hoover Institute, expert on elite politics and authoritarian regimes
Hoover Institute
Episode: States of Play podcast Episode 9: How Xi Jinping's Father Helped Shape China
Guy Ward-Jackson
Contributor to a report on scaling UK tech companies
Tony Blair Institute for Global Change
Episode: States of Play podcast Episode 8: Tech Startups and the Geopolitical Challenge
Stewart Paterson
A fellow at the Heinrich Foundation and the author of the book China, Trade and Power.
Heinrich Foundation
Episode: States of Play podcast Episode 7: How does China’s economic success translate to global power?
Lieutenant General Mike Groen
Expert on U.S. military applications of artificial intelligence with 36 years of experience in the U.S. military.
Groen Tech
Episode: States of Play podcast Episode 6: Can US Tech Beat China in a War?
Keir Giles
British author and analyst, senior consulting fellow at Chatham House
Chatham House
Episode: States of Play podcast Episode 5: What Does Putin Actually Want?

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Sam Olsen
Host of States of Play, focusing on geopolitics and international affairs.

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States of Play podcast Episode 13: China and India - Eclipsing the West?
Q: Do you really believe that India and China are eclipsing the West?
Yes, in terms of economic trends, the metrics clearly show that the share of the world economy accounted for by the Western countries has declined significantly.
States of Play podcast (repeat) - The Culture and Passion of Chinese Food
Q: How do you think British people are evolving their tastes for Chinese food and Asian food more generally?
British people are becoming more open to and interested in diverse Chinese cuisines.
States of Play podcast (repeat) - The Culture and Passion of Chinese Food
Q: Do you think the attitude to Chinese food in Europe and in the UK more specifically, was different then?
Yes, there is more interest in Chinese food now than ever before.
States of Play podcast (repeat) - The Culture and Passion of Chinese Food
Q: Where do you think that Chinese cooking in the UK is now?
It has evolved significantly, with more regional influences beyond just Cantonese.
States of Play podcast Episode 9: How Xi Jinping's Father Helped Shape China
Q: Who was Xi Zhongxun and why does he matter in the history of both the Chinese Communist Party and China itself?
Joseph Torigian explains Xi Zhongxun's influence on the CCP's history, mentioning his early revolutionary role, his experiences during the Cultural Revolution, and his contributions to reform and opening in China.

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This podcast offers insights into pressing geopolitical issues and the complexities of international relations, especially regarding China and its global influence. With a focus on the interplay between economics, technology, and politics, discussions often feature expert guests who provide nuanced analyses of topics like the Ukraine conflict, the dynamics of the Chinese Communist Party, and the implications of U.S.-China tensions. Episodes explore themes such as military strategy, economic models, and the transformation of global power structures, making it a valuable resource for those interested in understanding the current geopolitical landscape.

Particularly noteworthy is the podcast's commitment to featuring specialists from diverse ... more

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