The dangerous allure of urban ruins

In this episode of Round Table, Niu Honglin, Steve, and Yushan discuss two main topics: the trend of urban ruins exploration among Chinese youth and the "swag gap" in relationships. The first segment explores the aesthetics of "Dreamcore" and the dangers associated with exploring abandoned sites, including physical risks, health hazards, and legal issues. They also address how social media influences this trend and suggest potential solutions, such as government intervention and increased awareness of the risks. The second segment delves into the "swag gap," defined as a relationship imbalance where one partner puts significantly more effort into their appearance than the other. The hosts discuss whether this difference in style matters, especially in the early stages of dating, and how it reflects broader lifestyle and value differences, also considering the impact of social media on these perceptions.