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The Little Red Podcast

Graeme Smith and Louisa Lim
China
Taiwan
Cultural Revolution
Xi Jinping
Disinformation
Cognitive Warfare
Mental Health
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William Lai Ching-De
Psychotherapy
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Chinese Mythology
Human Trafficking
Scam Syndicates
May Day
Chinese Communist Party
DPP
Youth Depression In China
Covid-19
Mental Health Regulations In China

The Little Red Podcast: interviews and chat celebrating China beyond the Beijing beltway. Hosted by Graeme Smith, China studies academic at the Australian National University's Department of Pacific Affairs and Louisa Lim, former China correspondent for the BBC and NPR, now with the Centre for Advancing Journalism at Melbourne University. We are the 2018 winners of podcast of the year in the News ... more

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In the latest episode in our series on belief, we’re exploring the surprising revival of shamanism in China, which has made a comeback despite Mao's best efforts at eradication. Ritual healers and spirit mediums are tapping into online believers and ... more

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In the latest in our series on belief, we’re examining the emergence of incels in the world’s largest manosphere. China’s growing incel community is fuelled by state-approved nationalism and simple demographics—by one estimate, 30 million Chinese me... more

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Continuing our series on belief in China, we look at the revival of Buddhism, which is being embraced by citizens and the Chinese state. While temple visits increase, the state is funding temples and martial arts academies from Nepal to Tanzania. As ... more

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In the latest in our series on belief, we’re looking at China’s official belief system—Marxism. In recent years, netizens have argued China has entered the ‘garbage time’ of history, a phrase borrowed from the dying minutes of a basketball game, whi... more

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Recent Guests

Mayfair Yang
Cultural anthropologist from UC Santa Barbara with three decades of fieldwork in China.
UC Santa Barbara
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Feng Qu
Professor from Nanjing Normal University with fieldwork experience in Northeast China.
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Ling Tang
Cultural studies lecturer at the University of Melbourne
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Yihuan Zhang
Graduate researcher at the University of Macau
University of Macau
Episode: Man Up: The Rise and Rise of China’s Manosphere
Qian Huang
Expert in digital vigilantism at the University of Groningen
University of Groningen
Episode: Man Up: The Rise and Rise of China’s Manosphere
Gareth Fisher
Associate Professor at Syracuse University
Syracuse University
Episode: Karma Chameleon: The CCP turns to Buddhism
Chien-Ping Chung
Professor at Lingnan University, Hong Kong
Lingnan University
Episode: Karma Chameleon: The CCP turns to Buddhism
Alison Sile Chen Zhao
Political analyst and PhD candidate
University of California
Episode: The Garbage Time of History: Is China Still Marxist?
Professor Xu Chenggang
Senior research fellow
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Episode: The Garbage Time of History: Is China Still Marxist?

Hosts

Graeme Smith
Host and co-host of the podcast; academic in China studies with a focus on Pacific Affairs.
Louisa Lim
Co-host and former China correspondent for major news outlets, now focusing on journalism within a Chinese context.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 319 ratings
  • Matt in San Jose, California

    The most professional China watching podcast available. No fluff, just the important stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    老板你干什么?
    United States6 months ago
  • Wow 🤩🤩🤩

    Everyone everywhere should listen to this podcast ….

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Polyglot1962
    Australia2 years ago
  • Excellent podcast for anyone more than casually interested in China, its politics, and the future relation between Chinese and Western powers. (Sidenote for the unaware, the podcasts name is a pun on chairman Mao's quotations, colloquially known as the "Little Red Book".)

    Features lengthy interviews with experts of Chinese politics and culture, most of which actually understand Mandarin language. Only turn-off for those not versed in the language might be the superfluous use of Mandarin terminol... more

    Podchaser
    5
    Podhound
    3 years ago
  • Quite possibly the best academically informed podcast on China currently in existence. Outstanding analysis, great production, and stand-out hosts. For those who criticize the show for being either too analytical or too journalistic, I hear you. But I personally find that the hosts find a perfect balance between these two extremes that gives birth to something uniquely rewarding through the podcast medium. My only gripe is that they don't release twice as many episodes :)

    Podcast Addict
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    eon
    3 years ago
  • Layman Appreciation

    An important contribution to perspective of Cuna in the World.

    Apple Podcasts
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    bill nrma
    Australia4 years ago

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Listeners highlight the podcast's professionalism and depth, praising its well-researched content and insightful guests.

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The Garbage Time of History: Is China Still Marxist?
Q: What signs are you seeing already of that happening?
Xu expresses concern about a potential shift towards a fascist-type totalitarianism in response to exogenous shocks, including the need for public support for likely future conflicts.
The Garbage Time of History: Is China Still Marxist?
Q: Alison, you've argued that from an institutional perspective, Marxism no longer exists in China. Could you maybe expand on that?
Alison elaborates that traditional Marxism has been heavily adapted to fit the practical governance of the Communist Party since as early as 1949, focusing more on Leninism and Maoism.
Sisters doing it for themselves? Marriage Refusal and Little Milk Puppies
Q: What has changed in how older generations view younger generations not wanting to have children?
The older generation tolerates childlessness because they seek financial support and care from their children, leading to a more accepting attitude toward their choices.
Sisters doing it for themselves? Marriage Refusal and Little Milk Puppies
Q: Why did you come to the conclusion that women want pets more than they want husbands?
Research indicated that young generations view pets as providing companionship without the responsibilities of raising children, reflecting a deeper desire for personal freedom.
Sisters doing it for themselves? Marriage Refusal and Little Milk Puppies
Q: How has Elle China captured the zeitgeist, this change in female thinking this year?
Elle China has focused on women's power and has noticed a shift in the mindset of Chinese women towards independence and reluctance to marry.

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Listeners can expect in-depth discussions on contemporary issues in China, ranging from socio-cultural trends to ideological examinations. The content often reflects on significant challenges, such as the rise of online misogyny and mental health awareness, as well as the historical and political dynamics influencing these trends. With expert guests from academia and journalism, there is a notable emphasis on critical analysis and the connection between cultural practices and political realities. The podcast's exploration of topics like feminism, spirituality, and economic factors reveals a nuanced understanding of the intricacies within Chinese society, making it a valuable resource for listeners interested in a deeper comprehension of Chi... more

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2. Feng Qu
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7. Chien-Ping Chung
8. Alison Sile Chen Zhao

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