The Bridge to China

We interview an American professor in China who teaches at a minority-based University in Beijing. He discusses his 18 years in China, befriending China’s minority groups, Xinjiang, and more. Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

According to Statista Consumer Insights, three of ten Americans can't afford to go on a vacation. The reality is that many of these same people have no time off from work, in a country which has no mandatory vacation days. What's the view from China? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We interview an American who moved to China for the American dream. He explains what China is really like, and why he has no plans to move back. Wait until you hear this… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two thirds of Americans think the government is responsible for providing health care for everyone. And just 7% think the government should not help the sick at all. We discuss the view from China, and find out more with Jason Smith and Alex Shi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How does China keep defying Western guesswork? We sit down with economist Dr. Warwick Powell who gives context to China's fundamentals, its future, and why the West gets it so wrong. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the end of the year; we've got the year end wrap. From words of the year, to innovations from China and the USA, to the events that shaped 2025, we’ve got it all. Find out more with Jason Smith and BeiBei. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US consumers pay for decorations, and tariffs at Christmas. But gifts aren’t sources at the North Pole; they are imported from Yiwu, China. Are Chinese enjoying a more affordable Christmas in 2025? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author Kyle Ferrana joins us to discuss what the world can learn from China. From aquafarms to solar power and high-speed rail, China is a model of the future the world needs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How is the Global South transforming the world? Analyst, Zoon Ahmed Khan joins us. We ask her about how the international system is experiencing a paradigm shift. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Journalist SL Kanthan explains how the Global Governance Initiative give all nations a respected voice in writing the rules. And, why it’s in the interests of the USA to look to China’s peaceful rise as a model. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Americans under 65 are most worried about their mental and physical health as they approach their elder years, followed by finances. How can we age well in the USA? And what can we learn from China? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Independent journalist Danny Haiphong explains why DC is using small countries near China to provoke Asia into a regional conflict. We discuss how China’s peaceful rise can serve as a model of peaceful development. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

According to Pew Research Center, 41 million US citizens are on SNAP, otherwise known as ‘food stamps'. How is it that one in eight people, in one of the wealthiest nations in the world, are unable to afford to eat without help? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Journalist Ben Norton joins the show. He explains China's economy, and how Beijing beat D.C. at its own game. And does China want to rule the world? Listen in and find out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The G20 Summit is about to be held in Johannesburg, from November 22-23, 2025. Given the importance of these economies, what can the world expect in the coming summit, and what can they deliver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Activist and researcher, Pawel Wargan joins The Bridge to China. He explains the details of how China's democratic processes actually work. You need to hear this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We interview social media influencer Daniel Dumbrill about his recent visit to the tallest bridge in the world. We ask him, why can't the west build like this anymore… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Andy Boreham is a journalist, author and documentary film maker in Shanghai. His latest documentary series “Seven Days in Xizang” is shaking things up with fresh insights into the state of the Tibetan people. We also talk about the joy of debunking anti-China propaganda. Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

According to a new Pew Research Center study, there is a near-universal confidence among U.S. adults in their ability to perform basic wound care (94%), yet the daunting task of repairing a car engine is something only 29% would attempt. It begs the question: how many people truly can? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can rare earth minerals bring the US to its senses? And what does China want in order to strike a deal? We ask Economist Warwick Powell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

According to Pew Research, 54% of US adults get news from podcasts, at least some of the time. 1 in 5 Americans now get their news on TikTok. How have podcasts and social media transformed the way people get news in the USA and China? Join Alex and Jason to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Historian and professor, at Stanford University, Dr. Gordon H. Zhang explains the participation of Chinese immigrants in the building of modern America. From rail, to rockets, to our world today, Chinese Americans make America great. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More than twice as many Chinese respondents said “advancing my career” was among the top three aspects of life as did Americans. In China, does a good career mean a good life? Or, are attitudes changing? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's guest is Dr. Liang Yan, Professor of Economics at Willamette University, U.S.. She discusses China's economy, US tariffs, and the future of Sino-US trade. This will shock you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

According to Pew Research “About a third of Americans (34%) say they almost always or often see people behaving rudely when they’re out in public.” What behaviors are seen as rude, and is it the same in China? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CEO and analyst Cyrus Janssen joins us to discuss his recent return to China. We discuss how fast China changes. Cyrus lays out his vision for how the US and China can work together to solve the issues our world faces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

According to a new survey by Booking.com 67% of Chinese folks plan to spend much more, or some more time travelling, whereas 45% of Americans plan to, as well. We discuss the future of travel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We Interview influencer and technology analyst Orikron on the rise of China. Orikron has just lived in China for one month, but amazingly he can speak fluent Chinese. He tells stories of urbanism, technology, and how the future is arriving in Beijing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

According to new research, Chinese companies take all three top spots in online third-party sales, crushing eBay, and other competitors. How do sales in China, differ from sales in the US online ecosystem? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

According to International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers, China produced 31.3 million cars in 2024 vs the US’ 10.6 million. With companies like BYD and Wuling taking the top spots in Chinese car purchases, what does the future of cars look like? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Jostein Hauge of the University of Cambridge discusses his book, the future of the factory, China and the developing world. Just how can industry create a better, more equal world? Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new article 'Top Reasons American Couples Argue' puts tone of voice and money at the top of the list of why US couples argue. We look at China and see if there are parallels. Jason and Beibei talk about marriages in China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's guest is Jerry Grey, an Australian freelancer who has lived in China for more than two decades and cycled five times to China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. He shares his views on the massive changes that have taken place in Xinjiang throughout the years.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Online scams are destroying lives. According to Pew Research 73% of Americans have been scammed online with most saying they get a scam call at least once a week. How to avoid the scams? Find out more with Jason Smith and Alex Shi.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

British Influencer LivinlavidaLuke, Luke Johnston, is getting his doctorate in China. For months, he has lived in Xinjiang, China. During his leisure time, he'd go travelling across Xinjiang. What is it like to be living in Xinjiang? Find out more on The Bridge to China.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For four years in a row Americans rate the country's biggest issue as inflation! Jason and Alex Shi discuss how China has been shielded from the storm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's guest is Fernando Munoz Bernal, a journalist from Columbia. He toured in Xinjiang by RV, spending months exploring the region. We ask him to tell us what local life in Xinjiang is really like.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does the cost of living look like in China vs the USA? When do people leave the nest and how many own their own homes? Jason asks Alex Shi in Beijing if it’s the same in China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We invite British influencer James Wood onto the Bridge. What shocked James about moving to China, and why he plans to stay, forever…find out more on this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We invite noted Hong Kong based journalist and writer Nury Vittachi onto the show. He explains how western media became so deviant, and how to find out the truth about China and the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We ask the son of a US intelligence officer about his time in China during World War II. Peter MacInnis is the son of a 'Flying Tiger' whose job it was to gather intelligence for the USA and China. He tells us about his father, Donald MacInnis and his passion for China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We interview Michael Crook, son of Isabel Crook, both foreign friends, born in China. Michael regales us with stories of the foreigners who stayed in China during the people’s War of Victory over Fascism, WWII. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beibei and Jason discuss the US oil addiction and new ways forward to a green future. And how is Chinese technology transforming tomorrow's world in 2049…take a listen.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While News-Influencers are getting onto Truth-Social and Bluesky, no one else is. Why social media giants may be settling their spaces, and how China may lead the charge against AI-bots…Find out more on this episode with Jason Smith and Alex Shi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's guest, analyst John Pang explains why the world will not decouple from China, and how China is developing its partners. We ask him what the USA should do, now that its tariff war has backfired. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jason and Alex Shi discuss the fall of the US image abroad based on the recent Pew Research findings. How did the US go from the shining example to a dystopian nightmare in the minds of the world? Why are we here and what can be done? Find out more on this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Journalist SL Kanthan visits Xizang to explore modern Tibetan life. We ask him about the multipolar world, the future of Sino-Indian relations, and how to build a better shared future for all humanity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's guest, Kyle Chan, is a Sociologist at Princeton University. We talk about seeing the larger relationship beyond the trade war to the multiple dimensions of the USA and China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

According to Zhang Hongjiang, founder of Beijing Academy of Artificial Intelligence: ‘AI systems should never be able to deceive humans.’ But are there other reasons to fear AI? Alex Shi and Jason Smith explain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.