In this podcast episode, the hosts Yushun and Steve Hatherly explore the rapid growth of China's intercity subway network and its role in enhancing urban connectivity and regional collaboration. They discuss successful examples, like the Guangzhou-Foshan metro line, and examine how these developments are reshaping housing and commuting patterns. The conversation highlights both the advantages and challenges of this transportation evolution, emphasizing the need for strategic planning and sustainability as intercity rail systems expand. Ultimately, the episode paints a vision of a more interconnected urban future.