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Your source of insight into China's culture industry: Hear from people creating and producing content in the world's second biggest cultural market. Hosted by Aladin Farré, and presented by The World of Chinese magazine.
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A fortnightly podcast from the Spectator on the latest in Chinese politics, society, and more. From Huawei to Hong Kong, Cindy Yu talks to experts, journalists, and long time China-watchers on what you need to know about China.
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Join Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards for a new podcast bringing strong opinions on all the latest stories from the world of football. Hosted by three men who’ve been there and done it at the highest level of the game, The Rest is Football combines topical debate with outrageous tales from their careers. The essential new podcast for football fans.
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The daily drama of money and work from the BBC.
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Learn HOW to learn Chinese with hosts Jared Turner and John Pasden. You will learn tips, strategies, and insights so you can supercharge your language learning. You will also be inspired by guest interviews with people from all over the world who have learned Chinese. Both Jared and John both learned Chinese, lived in China for many years, and have worked with learners all over the world and understand the unique challenges that Chinese learners face. They stay at the forefront of language l ...
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A weekly discussion of current affairs in China with journalists, writers, academics, policymakers, business people and anyone with something compelling to say about the country that's reshaping the world. Hosted by Kaiser Kuo.
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The World of Chinese is a bi-monthly English magazine dedicated to Chinese language and culture. Our mission is to share stories that entertain, inform and connect the growing number of Chinese learners and people interested in China. Our content focuses on people, contemporary trends, history, customs, cultural interaction, and more. We share personal experiences, human interest and the lighter quirkier side of things Chinese.
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China’s rise has captivated and vexed the international community. From defense, technology, and the environment, to trade, academia, and human rights, much of what Beijing does now reverberates across the map. China Global is a new podcast from the German Marshall Fund that decodes Beijing’s global ambitions as they unfold. Every other week, host Bonnie Glaser will be joined by a different international expert for an illuminating discussion on a different aspect of China’s foreign policy, t ...
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CNBC Tech: “Beyond the Valley” brings you all the latest from the vast, dynamic world of tech — outside the Silicon Valley.
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China Insider is a weekly podcast project from Hudson Institute's China Center, hosted by Miles Yu, who provides weekly news that mainstream American outlets often miss, as well as in-depth commentary and analysis on the China challenge and the free world’s future.
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Building on the popular 1 Year Daily Audio Bible, the community expands to provide the Daily Audio Bible in Mandarin Chinese. Expose yourself to the Scriptures on a daily basis and you will not see the world the same a year from now. This is a community experience. Join with thousands around the world as we take the adventure of a lifetime through the Bible. www.dailyaudiobible.com
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Learn Mandarin Chinese with fun and engaging stories. Practice your listening with a weekly story, entirely in Chinese. Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced covering all levels of the HSK. Get daily stories tailored to your level by subscribing to maayot.com
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Join Chris Spear as he interviews food and beverage entrepreneurs who've taken a unique path in the culinary world. His guests include caterers, research chefs, personal chefs, cookbook authors, food truck operators, farmers, and more – all individuals who've paved their own way in the culinary world. With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including his own personal chef business, Perfect Little Bites, Chris is dedicated to helping others grow and succeed in the food a ...
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Join comedians Matteo Lane and Chris Distefano as they dive into the hilarious and often unpredictable world of everyday life skills and lessons. In each episode, Matteo and Chris take turns teaching each other something new, from the mundane to the outrageous, all while keeping the laughs coming. Whether they’re tackling the challenges of changing a diaper, mastering the art of cooking, exploring the intricacies of douching, or delving into fascinating historical anecdotes, Matteo and Chris ...
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Welcome to the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network Podcast, where real-world intelligence expertise meets insightful analysis. Join your host, Neil Bisson, a former Intelligence Officer with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, for a weekly deep dive into the world of espionage, national security, foreign interference, terrorism, and all matters spy and intelligence related. With over 25 years of experience in intelligence and law enforcement, both domestically and internationally, ...
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Dedicated to helping people understand Chinese Medicine, The Chinese Medicine Podcast is run by Herbalist and Acupuncturist, Marie Hopkinson. Marie appreciates your reviews :) The Chinese Medicine Podcast (CMP) started out in 2013 just as a a way for Marie to share the self help aspects of Chinese medicine with her own patients via youtube, but soon found that people all over the world were watching and benefiting from Marie's Chinese medicine videos, and now we're on audio too!
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Welcome to the Irregular Warfare Initiative’s Insider: Short of War, where IWI transforms its thought provoking articles into compelling audio pieces. Our podcast bridges the gap between scholars, practitioners, and policymakers, offering in-depth analysis and expert commentary on the dynamic world of irregular warfare. Stay informed and engaged with the latest insights from leading voices in the field, right at your fingertips.
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Daniel and Kevin explore the meaning of play for human flourishing – what it is, what it means, and how people create and maintain playful lives. We explore books, people, places, and ideas committed to engendering play in the midst of busy, working lives.
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瞎扯学中文 Convo Chinese is a podcast to help intermediary to advanced Mandarin learner to immerse in natural and authentic Chinese conversations. In the podcast we discuss topics from daily lives to politics, from China and around the world. Free transcript and vocabulary list are provided in the show notes. Powered by Firstory Hosting
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Shift Happens on the track 🏎️🏁 Join Alayna and dive into the high-performance world of Formula 1. Each episode recaps the latest Grand Prix, delves into juicy on and off-track drama, and keeps you updated with the latest news in motorsport. Stay tuned for all the thrills and spills of F1 with Alayna!
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This is a natural health podcast where you can educate yourself on natural approaches to health. We share inspiring health transformation stories and interview leading experts in Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, Homeopathy, Chinese Medicine, Health Coaching and Natural Cooking. Hosted by Naturopath and Herbalist, Michelle Sanchez, you’ll gain an insight into the world of natural therapies and discover ways to address common health conditions. If you want to learn how to improve your health and fi ...
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Why do fine art prints (etchings, woodcuts, lithographs, screenprints, etc.) and printmaking draw such fervent practitioners, collectors, and fans? Find out how prints were the first internet disseminating images since the mid-15th century. Find out why it takes a village to make, sell, study, and collect these affordable beauties. Who are all these people in the print ecosystem, anyway? Series one looks at prints and printmaking and how they fit in in the context of museums, the market, cri ...
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Welcome to the Lead-Lag Live podcast, where we bring you live unscripted conversations with thought leaders in the world of finance, economics, and investing. Hosted through X Spaces by Michael A. Gayed, CFA, Publisher of The Lead-Lag Report (@leadlagreport), each episode dives deep into the minds of industry experts to discuss current market trends, investment strategies, and the global economic landscape. In this exciting series, you'll have the rare opportunity to join Michael A. Gayed as ...
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Welcome to The Adams Archive, a podcast that goes beyond the surface level and dives deep into the heart of the issues that shape our world. Hosted by the captivating and insightful Austin Adams, this show is your gateway to a new way of thinking about politics, current events, philosophy, history, and even the most intriguing conspiracies. Through engaging interviews, sharp commentary, and thought-provoking analysis, The Adams Archive is your key to unlocking the hidden mysteries of our mod ...
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Join world-renowned economist and Columbia University Professor Jeffrey Sachs for lively conversations with the authors of scintillating, inspiring and remarkably important books about history, social justice, and the challenges of building a decent world. Learn more and get involved at bookclubwithjeffreysachs.org. The Book Club with Jeffrey Sachs is brought to you by the SDG Academy, an initiative of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network. Produced by Karena Joslin. Audio editing ...
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Cities and Memory remixes the world, one sound at a time - a global collaboration between artists and sound recordists all over the world. The project presents an amazingly-diverse array of field recordings from all over the world, but also reimagined, recomposed versions of those recordings as we go on a mission to remix the world. What you'll hear in the podcast are our latest sounds - either a field recording from somewhere in the world, or a remixed new composition based solely on those ...
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A discussion of the most important news and issues in international affairs through a uniquely Australian lens. Hosted by Darren Lim, in memory of Allan Gyngell.
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China Stories from the Sinica Network on The China Project brings you audio narration of the best articles and op-eds appearing in Sixth Tone, Caixin Global, Week in China, The World of Chinese, and of course The China Project. Subscribe to the podcast and you can listen to features on the go, with narrators who won’t butcher the pronunciation of Chinese names and words.
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A podcast that covers the latest news, research and analysis of China's growing presence in the developing world. Co-Hosted by Erik Myxter-Iino and Juliet Lu Edited by Taili Ni
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Hear the twisted tales from the travels of mad scientists Kevin Kraft, Shuddy Boy and Geoff Clark, a bizarre team of slackers with dreams of world domination. You'll get a weekly dose of lunacy and a unique perspective on what's happening in the world around you... along with the occasional live experiment with themselves as the test subjects.
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Dive deep into the Taiwan Strait, a pivotal battleground of the clash between Western hegemony and Eastern resistance, as well as the transition from a fading unipolar world to an emerging multipolar order. Uncover the complexities of cross-strait relations between Taiwan and mainland China, contextualizing them within the broader landscape of global politics. Gain a fresh perspective on Taiwan and beyond, distinct from what is typically portrayed in mainstream media.
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The world is changing fast, but you can learn it at a slower pace.
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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 ezfmroundtable@foxmail.com. Let the fun begin!
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The Preston Smiles podcast is designed for anyone desiring motivation, inspiration, empowerment and personal growth in all areas of life. Embodiment & Personal Freedom Coach, Conscious businessman, father, husband , experiential speaker, and author of Best Seller Love Louder: 33 Ways to Amplify Your Life (published by Simon & Schuster), Preston Smiles is force to be reckoned with on the personal growth scene. Preston Smiles has facilitated and lead a passionate following of over a 1 million ...
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Kevin gives an update from his visit to a climbing gym, Geoff has his yearly banger blowout football draft party and Droopy Dog shows up to bring the show down with some of his bad news.
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The Cacti and the Grass: The Collapse of Afghanistan's Security Forces
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By Antonio Salinas The Cacti and the Grass: The Collapse of Afghanistan's Security Forces Antonio Salinas offers a unique perspective on the collapse of the Afghan National Defense Security Forces (ANDSF) following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. Through his "Cacti and Grass" analogy, Salinas illustrates how the U.S. attempted to cultivate a …
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Ep. 137: One year of Australia's new international development policy
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One year ago, the Albanese Labor government launched the “New International Development Policy”. Darren invites back Bridi Rice, CEO of the Canberra-based Development Intelligence Lab, to assess where the policy stands 12 months in. They review the initial logic of the policy and discuss the role of Development Partnership Plans, the first two (for…
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Have Swiss scientists made a chocolate breakthrough?
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Chocolate is very important to Switzerland’s economy: with more than 200,000 metric tonnes produced each year, sales are worth almost $2 billion. But there are challenges – not just over sustainability, but over exploitation. And the volatile price of cacao. We meet the researchers who are coming up with solutions – including new, and potentially h…
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①Night riders get new cycle routes ②Cruise operators sail on favorable winds ③Chinese scientists establish brain-inspired network model to bridge AI, neuroscience ④China issues commemorative coins featuring world's tallest wooden pagoda ⑤A Thousand Whys: Why wood, not stone?
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Andreas Steno Larsen on Dollar-Yen Carry Trade Turmoil, Chinese Liquidity Trends, and US Construction Sector Risks
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Discover how the recent turmoil in the dollar-yen carry trade has shaken the financial world in an insightful conversation with Andreas Steno Larsen, the esteemed creator of Steno Signals. Andreas brings his wealth of foreign exchange and investment banking experience to the table, shedding light on the significant leverage macro hedge funds placed…
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How bad are private jets for the environment?
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Last week the newly announced CEO of Starbucks landed in hot water when it emerged that he’d be commuting from his home in California to the Starbucks headquarters in Washington using a private jet. The 1,600 km, three-hour commute stoked a wave of criticism online. It’s not the first time a public figure has come under fire for their eye-watering …
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Characters, Cocktails, and Karaoke: How Mike Kennedy Blended Passion and Chinese
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During a trip to Hong Kong, Mike Kennedy haphazardly began studying Chinese characters which started him on a path he could have never imagined. His growing passion for Chinese drove him to co-found Jinbu Pal, a reading app for Chinese, and start a YouTube channel where he makes cocktails in Chinese. From visiting factories in China to karaoke bars…
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Join the Free 3-Day Challenge on Money, Manifestation and Magic https://prestonsmiles.com/spiritual-millionaire-challenge In this heartfelt episode, we're diving deep into the essence of true partnerships in relationships. Get ready to explore the shift from mere companionship to profound partnership. I'll explain why aligned visions and mutual sup…
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Robert Vitalis, "Oilcraft: The Myths of Scarcity and Security That Haunt U.S. Energy Policy" (Stanford UP, 2020)
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We've heard and rehearsed the conventional wisdom about oil: that the U.S. military presence in the Persian Gulf is what guarantees access to this strategic resource; that the "special" relationship with Saudi Arabia is necessary to stabilize an otherwise volatile market; and that these assumptions in turn provide Washington enormous leverage over …
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Robin E. Möser, "Disarming Apartheid: The End of South Africa's Nuclear Weapons Programme and Accession to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, 1968–1991" (Cambridge UP, 2024)
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South Africa remains the only state that developed a nuclear weapons capability, but ultimately decided to dismantle existing weapons and abandon the programme. Disarming Apartheid: The End of South Africa's Nuclear Weapons Programme and Accession to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, 1968–1991 (Cambridge University Press, 2024…
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Is chasing high salaries and cushy perks a fool's errand for true job satisfaction? We dive into why real job satisfaction often defies these conventional metrics, and what you can do to find joy in your work! / Motivational Monday (20:29)! On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Yushun
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Beverage boom! Nutritious drinks lead the charge
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Cool down and drink up! Discover why China's young crowd is hooked on healthy herbal waters this summer, and get caught up on other beverage market trends. On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Yushun
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Chelsea Hit Six, Haaland Bags Three & Alarm Bells At Everton
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Are Chelsea learning to embrace the chaos? Can anyone stop Erling Haaland from winning the Golden Boot for a third consecutive season? How worrying have Everton’s opening two performances been? Gary, Alan and Micah reflect on the key points from the weekend and discuss who needs what in the final week of the transfer window. Sign up to The Rest Is …
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011: The Voice of Boarding Schools : The BSA (Part 1 of 2)
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If you’re a teacher or tutor who is looking to find more ways to scale into the international market, then look no further, Tutoring The World is the podcast for you. We've talked on past episodes about how amazing the BSA (Board Schools Association) are. During this episode, you'll hear Sarah's chat with Caroline Nixon who's the International and …
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Drone deliveries launched at Badaling section of the Great Wall
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①Drone deliveries launched at Badaling section of the Great Wall ②Race for AI talent heats up amid demand ③Advanced material gives university admission letter a cutting edge ④Fungi-picking tour brings many to Yunnan ⑤A Thousand Whys: 50 shades of qing
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In this episode of Play Saves the World, the hosts Daniel and Kevin are joined by Thomas Jones, also known as the Birdman, to discuss the love of homing pigeons. They talk about the different types of pigeons, the special abilities of homing pigeons, and the bond between humans and these birds. Thomas shares his personal journey with pigeons and ho…
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Mike Green on ETF Innovation, Passive Investing Risks, and the Future of Alternative Assets
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What if the world's largest investment firms aren't giving you the full picture? Join us for an exclusive conversation with Mike Green, Chief Strategist and Portfolio Manager at Simplify Asset Management, as we traverse the fascinating landscape of ETF innovation and competition. Mike shares his extensive industry knowledge and Simplify's unique ap…
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While most mountain excursions pass off without a hitch, every year there are accidents in every mountain range, and the Dolomites is no exception. This composition was spurred by hearing that someone had unfortunately fallen to their death on the same mountain we had been hiking on just the previous day. The composition begins and ends brightly, r…
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A mountain stream close to Torre Trieste, part of the Monte Civetta group in the Dolomites, Italy. Recorded on a long hike around the complete circuit of Monte Civetta, at 8.30am in the still-fresh morning air at the beginning of a hot August day. Mountain soundscapes are surprisingly silent, with occasional bird or animal calls and a slight wind t…
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Phil Haun, "Tactical Air Power and the Vietnam War: Explaining Effectiveness in Modern Air Warfare" (Cambridge UP, 2023)
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Tactical Air Power and the Vietnam War: Explaining Effectiveness in Modern Air Warfare (Cambridge UP, 2023) introduces a much-needed theory of tactical air power to explain air power effectiveness in modern warfare with a particular focus on the Vietnam War as the first and largest modern air war. Phil Haun shows how in the Rolling Thunder, Command…
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Francisca Yuenki Lai, "Maid to Queer: Asian Labor Migration and Female Same-Sex Desires" (Hong Kong UP, 2021)
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Maid to Queer: Asian Labor Migration and Female Same-Sex Desires (Hong Kong UP, 2021) is the first book about Asian female migrant workers who develop same-sex relationships in a host city. Based on participant observation and in-depth interviews with Indonesian domestic workers in Hong Kong, the book explores the meanings of same-sex relationships…
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Eyck Freymann, "One Belt One Road: Chinese Power Meets the World" (Harvard UP, 2020)
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China’s One Belt One Road policy, or OBOR, represents the largest infrastructure program in history. Yet little is known about it with any certainty. How can something so large be so bewildering? In One Belt One Road: Chinese Power Meets the World (Harvard East Asian Monographs, 2020), Eyck Freymann, a DPhil Candidate in China Studies at the Univer…
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Eyck Freymann, "One Belt One Road: Chinese Power Meets the World" (Harvard UP, 2020)
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China’s One Belt One Road policy, or OBOR, represents the largest infrastructure program in history. Yet little is known about it with any certainty. How can something so large be so bewildering? In One Belt One Road: Chinese Power Meets the World (Harvard East Asian Monographs, 2020), Eyck Freymann, a DPhil Candidate in China Studies at the Univer…
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Beginner | 这些衣服真的很适合高进 | These dresses are really suitable for Gao Jin | Mandarin Chinese Story
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Li Yang noticed that Gao Jin's new clothes had become more numerous recently and they were all of good quality. Therefore, he asks Gao Jin's sister Gao Yue if Gao Jin is in love. Gao Yue tells him... Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full te…
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Advanced | 【对话】你们已经攒够环游世界的钱了？ | [Conversation] You've saved enough money to travel around the world? | Mandarin Chinese Story
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Zhang Jun and his girlfriend plan to quit their jobs after receiving bonuses to travel the world. They've saved a modest amount but aim for budget-friendly destinations. Wang Jun thinks this plan is good. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Fu…
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Intermediate | 【对话】创立了无性别服装品牌的清华男和他老婆离婚了 | [Conversation] The Tsinghua man who founded a genderless clothing brand divorced his wife | Mandarin Chinese Story
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This conversation discusses the divorce of a Tsinghua graduate who founded a genderless clothing brand from his wife, the CEO of a successful healthcare company. His wife's family had invested heavily in his troubled business, but he was criticized for his lack of responsibility. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with m…
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Anders Persson, "EU Diplomacy and the Israeli-Arab Conflict, 1967-2019" (Edinburgh UP, 2020)
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Nearly 50 years since the European Foreign Ministers issued their first declaration on the conflict between Israel and Palestine in 1971, the European Union continues to have close political and economic ties with the region. Based exclusively on primary sources, Anders Persson's EU Diplomacy and the Israeli-Arab Conflict, 1967-2019 (Edinburgh UP, …
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CSIS internal frictions. CIA's huge swing for Russian Spies.
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Send us a Text Message. 🚨 This Week on Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up 🚨 Dive into the latest in intelligence, espionage, and national security with me, Neil Bisson, as we unravel critical stories from around the globe: 🔍 CSIS Internal Friction: Discover the growing tensions within the Canadian Security Intelligence Service and their impact on o…
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David Keller on Sentiment Shifts, Defensive Sector Trends, and Gold's Strategic Importance
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Unlock the secrets of market sentiment and trends with expert insights from David Keller. Discover how shifts in sentiment and investor psychology drive market movements and learn about the most effective methods for measuring sentiment—from survey data to the VIX and the all-important price action. David reveals the biases lurking in sentiment sur…
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Free transcript (pinyin + English) and vocabulary list: https://www.yaya.press/doc/tLg7DITvHS3M4wewOS61 Transcript powered by Yaya: Yaya is a language learning web app developed by my husband (and myself). You can take notes with your language teacher during online classes, generate content, lessons and writing practices for any language for any le…
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Black Myth: Wukong - what does it tell us about Chinese gaming?
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This week we’ve had the release of what is, right now, the most popular game in the world - but it’s not a new version of GTA or Minecraft - this one is from China and it’s called Black Myth: Wukong. There are predictions it’s going to make hundreds of millions of dollars - and it now has more than two million active online players. It’s been made …
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Uluğ Kuzuoğlu, "Codes of Modernity: Chinese Scripts in the Global Information Age" (Columbia UP, 2023)
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In the late nineteenth century, Chinese reformers and revolutionaries believed that there was something fundamentally wrong with the Chinese writing system. The Chinese characters, they argued, were too cumbersome to learn, blocking the channels of communication, obstructing mass literacy, and impeding scientific progress. What had sustained a civi…
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The decline of young adult happiness in a connected world
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Round Table's Happy Place! / World studies have shown that the happiness of today's youth is worse than previous generations. Young adults are now dealing with more stress and anxiety than ever before. But are social media and digital devices the only culprits (12:25)? On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Steve Hatherly…
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Scooters, bikes, cars, and subways are urban travel staples, but e-scooters are facing bans in some cities. Why the backlash against these eco-friendly rides? On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Steve Hatherly
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On this episode of Kaleidoscope Kids, you'll hear about Science Week here at IGS. 4:42 Sustainability Hear Ms Turner talk about the wildlife around IGS and how animals have evolved. 11:21 Community Connections Listen to Year 2 students chatting about sharks. Kaleidoscope Kids is a podcast created by students at the International Grammar School in S…
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What are the secrets of being a brilliant centre forward? Who are the best strikers of all time? Will the traditional ‘Number 9’ come back into fashion? Gary and Alan, two of England’s greatest ever strikers, discuss the art of scoring lots and lots of goals. They also offer some advice to young players trying to make their way in the game now. Sig…
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The US-based lawyer and managing partner at litigation firm Wisner Baum, in Los Angeles, has made his name taking on large pharmaceutical companies in high-stakes legal battles. He is the youngest attorney in US history to win a multi-billion dollar jury verdict. We hear how Brent transitioned from child actor, to successful lawyer, and how one gro…
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David Nelson on Credit Markets, Global De-Dollarization, and AI's Market Impact
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Can market rhythms mirror musical progressions? Join us as we sit down with David Nelson of Belpointe Asset Management, who shares his one-of-a-kind journey from recording artist to finance professional. David brings a unique lens to understanding the current market environment and its parallels with past financial crises. We'll explore the essenti…
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What’s it like living with disability in Somalia?
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The Somali Parliament recently passed the National Disability Act. Twelve percent of the population in Somalia are estimated to be living with a disability. People with disabilities in Somalia have less access to formal education and higher rates of unemployment. This new law aims to protect their rights, make sure they get equal opportunities in j…
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Why is Chinese EV giant BYD moving into Turkey?
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We’re in Manisa on Turkey’s west coast. It’s one of the country’s manufacturing centres for home appliances like washers, dryers, and refrigerators. But soon, thanks to a $1bn investment deal, it will also be a local factory hub for China’s BYD - the world’s second biggest maker of electric vehicles. The Turkish government is desperate for internat…
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Great gig! Chinese cities to see more gig job stations
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A number of Chinese cities have launched short-term job centers to help gig workers find their next job. What's new about these centers as opposed to previously existing services? How big is the gig economy overall? On the show: Laiming, Steve Hatherly & Yushan
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New TVs! China's hotel rooms to see upgrades
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When you go into your hotel room, do you care about the quality of the TV? For that matter, do you even care if there is a TV in the room? China's hotel rooms are in the midst of an upgrade. On the show: Laiming, Steve Hatherly & Yushan
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