China's new snow break for (some) students

The Round Table podcast episode discusses two main topics: snow holidays for students in northern China and the "stealing sugarcane" trend. The hosts explore the benefits, strategies, and potential drawbacks of the new snow holidays, including government subsidies, cultural experiences, and the impact on family time. They also delve into the phenomenon of interactive sugarcane fields where people pay to "steal" sugarcane, examining its origins, gamification aspects, and connection to popular online games, highlighting how it reflects a desire for lighthearted fun and social interaction.