Round Table is a premier English radio/podcast show, straight from Beijing. Hear what's buzzing on the Internet and the main streets, see the latest lifestyle trends, and feel the pulse of life in China, Round Table is your golden ticket. With dynamic cultural exchanges between hosts from diverse backgrounds, we take you on a journey deep into modern China. We invite you to join our conversation! Shoot us an email or a voice memo at [email protected]. Let the fun begin!
Occupational drama series, such as TVB's "The Queen of News," are gaining popularity for their relatable portrayal of workers' universal experiences, emotions, and challenges. Despite criticisms of overemphasized romance and lack of realism in some mainland dramas, occupational dramas can effectively introduce viewers ...
This podcast episode explores China's position as the world's largest food importer, highlighting the increasing trade relations and their impact on foreign policy, international relations, global supply chains, and consumers' tastes. It examines the changes in China's imported food industry, emphasizing the growing di...
This podcast episode highlights the rising pay of CEOs in American companies, the discontent it has caused among workers, and the factors contributing to the widening gap between CEO and worker compensation. It also delves into the phenomenon of celebrity CEOs, the complexities of CEO pay, and the growing trend of youn...
This podcast explores the growth and evolving trends of China's underwear market, focusing on the rise of domestic brands in the sector and the success of online underwear shopping and brands targeting millennials and Gen Z consumers, delving into the strategies they employ, changing consumer preferences, and the overa...
This podcast episode explores the trend of restaurant dances, the concept of cultural differences in personal space and boundaries in public areas, and the significance of dragons in Chinese culture. The hosts discuss the drawbacks and potential benefits of restaurants offering dine and dance performances and examine t...
This podcast episode explores the remarkable growth of China's express delivery industry, driven by the surge in e-commerce. The industry handles over 430 million daily parcels during peak seasons, integrating seamlessly into daily lives. While the industry faces environmental concerns, it continues to expand due to ad...
This podcast episode explores the popularity of the Chinese reality show "Sisters Who Make Waves" in Vietnam, where it has become a huge hit attracting millions of viewers. The show's success is attributed to its ability to provide a platform for celebrities to showcase their talents and abilities beyond their own care...
This podcast episode explores the defining buzzwords of 2023, investigating their cultural and societal significance. It delves into the concept of new productive forces, highlighting the role of technology investment and large-scale AI models in driving future industry development. The episode also examines the impact...
This podcast episode explores the evolving role of bookstores in the digital age, highlighting their transformation into cultural spaces that offer personalized experiences and engage with communities. It also examines the trend of non-book brands expanding into the bookselling sector, the collaboration between brands ...
This podcast explores the importance of digital literacy in today's digital world, covering topics such as the definition of digital literacy, the challenges of teaching it to digital natives, and the significance of parental involvement. It also provides insights into new regulations in China aimed at protecting minor...
This podcast delves into the state of first aid education in China and explores challenges and opportunities for improvement, emphasizing the need to enhance public knowledge and preparedness for emergencies. It discusses introducing first aid education as a regular subject in primary and high schools, highlights the i...
This podcast episode delves into the factors that shape the popularity of modern cities and how various Chinese cities are actively utilizing social media, branding, and tourism promotion strategies to gain recognition and attract visitors from across the globe. The episode provides insights into the challenges cities ...
This podcast episode explores the powerful role of music, specifically soundtracks and scores, in movies and TV shows. From discussing the distinction between a movie score and a soundtrack to analyzing the emotional impact of songs in iconic films and series, the episode delves into how music enhances storytelling and...
This podcast episode discusses the evolving landscape of livestream shopping in China, where celebrities' involvement has declined due to market saturation and controversies. It also highlights the challenges faced by celebrities in livestream selling and the increasing rationality of consumers, leading to a shift towa...
This podcast episode explores the trend of early morning workouts among the young population in China, discussing its growing popularity, challenges, and potential benefits. The episode further delves into the optimal time for exercising and the potential risks associated with morning workouts, such as increased risk o...
This podcast episode explores the challenges faced by traditional cable TV services in the era of streaming services, such as slow boot time, complicated interfaces, and limited content options, and introduces the new industry standards in China to address these issues by optimizing boot time, simplifying the interface...
This podcast episode delves into the ethical implications and potential health risks associated with the use of lighting and other tricks to make food look more appealing to consumers.
This podcast episode delves into the surge in popularity of winter sports, especially skiing, in China, fueled by the Winter Olympics, a growing demand for skiing gear, and the convenience of indoor facilities. Young people's enthusiasm for skiing drives changes in the industry, such as night sessions and innovative co...
This podcast episode explores the trend of "Eat and Run Meals" in China, where customers participate in promotions to get cashback after writing positive reviews. It delves into the ethical implications of paid reviews, loyalty programs, and financial incentives for writing reviews, highlighting the challenge of distin...
This podcast delved into the urgency of addressing climate change, emphasizing the need for bolder actions at COP28. The global stock take highlighted the necessity of immediate emission reductions and significant investments in carbon capture and energy transition technologies, as the world aims to achieve the 1.5 deg...
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