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The Heat

CGTN America
United States
Iran
China
Israel
Strait Of Hormuz
Jeffrey Epstein
Lebanon
Cuba
South Africa Xenophobia and Immigration
Donald Trump
Ukraine
United Nations
Two Sessions
Education
Electric Vehicles
Robotics
Gaza
European Union
Shenzhen
International Law

The Heat delves into one big news story every episode and breaks down how these stories impact people like you. We are talking to experts and journalists from around the world with the goal of bringing your perspectives based on first-hand accounts. The Heat is a production of CGTN America and is recorded in Washington, D.C. This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Add... more

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A new UN report says the world's oceans are in serious trouble. More than 600 scientists from around the world found climate change, pollution, overfishing and the loss of marine life are pushing the oceans deeper into crisis. #Heat #climatecrisis #o... more

A protest campaign against African immigrants living and working in South Africa has forced thousands of people to flee the country. Organizers blame migrants for the country’s high unemployment, deteriorating public services and crime. #Heat #SouthA... more

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Chris Hedges traces America's history of military interventions and argues that, unlike past administrations, Washington's imperial project now operates with no self-reflection, no accountability, and no ability to r... more

China released its 15th Five-Year Plan for education development. Over the next five years, it hopes to build a high-quality system that encourages lifelong learning and global competitiveness. #Heat #China #Education #AI #innovation

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Ebrahim Rasool
Former South African ambassador to the United States
South Africa
Episode: Ebrahim Rasool on South Africa's anti-immigrant protests
Chris Hedges
Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist; former Middle East Bureau Chief for The New York Times
The Heat / CGTN America
Episode: Chris Hedges: Trump ripped the mask off of US imperialism
Berlin Fung
Educational columnist and long-time observer of education systems in China and the United States
Episode: China's plan to overhaul its education system
Yan Liang
Chair Professor of Economics at Willamette University
Willamette University
Episode: China's plan to overhaul its education system
Gene Rossi
Former assistant US attorney, lawyer
Carlton Fields
Episode: US Supreme Court rulings against Trump
Justice Srinivasan Muralidhar
Chair of the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory and Israel
Independent International Commission of Inquiry
Episode: UN report on Israel’s deliberate targeting of children
James Elder
UNICEF spokesperson
UNICEF
Episode: UN report on Israel’s deliberate targeting of children
Justin Keltner
Founder/Host of EntrepreneurXPAT YouTube channel
EntrepreneurXPAT
Episode: Why are record numbers of Americans moving abroad?
Kelly McCoy
Relocation consultant
EntrepreneurXPAT
Episode: Why are record numbers of Americans moving abroad?

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4.1 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • Download error

    Can’t download from Brisbane Australia please fix

    Apple Podcasts
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    timrobinson81
    Australia3 years ago
  • Interviews are too soft.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    iSoul
    5 years ago
  • Alternative viewpoint to Western perspective

    Their podcasts are thoughtful. The points of view heard here are not reflected in Western media. Also, the length is short — between 20 and 20 minutes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Durkaset02
    United States6 years ago
  • Worldy, Insightful, and Focused on Everyday Experiences

    Consistently insightful coverage of world events that apply to both Americans and Chinese. I really appreciate The Heat's approach: they get both deeply knowledgable as well as very digestable interviewees. You can tell they stick to the facts and do a great job of letting people tell their own story and how they see things without leading them on. Because this podcast is really just trying to let knowledgable people share their story or insights, I find it is more objective than most news sourc... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Surrealdetective
    United States6 years ago
  • Refreshing

    Solid, thoughtful interviews that go deep.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YoshiBoerlo
    United States7 years ago

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Critics mention occasional perceived bias or strong viewpoints from guests.
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UN report on Israel’s deliberate targeting of children
Q: What was the evidence that led you to the conclusion that Israel deliberately targeted children?
The commission cited a multifaceted body of evidence: high-intensity airstrikes in densely populated areas, use of drones and quadcopters to target the most vulnerable parts of the body, consistent injury patterns like head and neck wounds, thermal imaging to distinguish children, and corroborating testimonies from doctors, nurses, and other medical personnel, all pointing to a deliberate targeting pattern over two years.
US Supreme Court rulings against Trump
Q: So Jim, break it down for us. What was behind some of the court's key rulings?
Jim Spellman explains the core outcomes: birthright citizenship was upheld under the 14th Amendment, the Court allowed counted late ballots postmarked by election day, and TPS terminations were allowed while preserving other immigration controls; the decisions collectively shape presidential power and administrative discretion.
Ebrahim Rasool on South Africa's anti-immigrant protests
Q: What do you see as the main drivers of the protests beyond unemployed labor markets?
While unemployment and skills gaps are part of the context, Rasool suggests the protests are amplified by organized groups and strategic use of social media, and he emphasizes that migrants are not the sole or primary cause of the unrest.
Israeli and Palestinian activists share a vision for peace
Q: How can people get involved with Interact and contribute to a future peace?
They direct listeners to their website and describe ongoing projects like peace cultural hubs, multi-narrative museums, and coalition-building across Israelis, Palestinians, and international partners to amplify peaceful efforts.
Israeli and Palestinian activists share a vision for peace
Q: What do you tell skeptics who say peace is too idealistic, given the current suffering?
They argue that war never brings security, hope is an action, and lasting peace comes from building coalitions, changing policies, and investing in reconciling initiatives rather than perpetuating violence.

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The show centers on a single major news topic per episode, unpacking its implications with expert voices from geopolitics, economics, and journalism. Episodes blend on-the-ground reporting with rigorous analysis to illuminate how global events affect ordinary people, from policy shifts to economic repercussions. Its breadth—ranging from China and the Middle East to technology regulation—offers listeners diverse perspectives, often challenging mainstream narratives. The format tends to attract professionals in policy, academia, and business who appreciate in-depth, globally minded discourse and a willingness to entertain critical viewpoints.

A notable strength is the ability to pair regional case studies with broader systemic analysis, givi... more

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1. Ebrahim Rasool
2. Chris Hedges
3. Berlin Fung
4. Yan Liang
5. Gene Rossi
6. Justice Srinivasan Muralidhar
7. James Elder
8. Justin Keltner

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