Best Grassroots Plus Podcasts (2024)

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Farrukh Pirumshoev: A Tajik entrepreneur thriving in China 10:09

1h ago10:09

10:09

Farrukh Pirumshoev is a young Tajik entrepreneur based in the southwest Chinese city of Xi’an, engaging in the international trade of cars between China and Central Asia. Trading about 30 cars each week, his company is thriving along with the growing Chinese economy and the increasing economic exchanges between China and Central Asian countries. I…

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - July 3, 2024 3:25

19h ago3:25

3:25

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Saulebek Kabylbekov: Visionary healer's journey of light and hope 11:02

24h ago11:02

11:02

In this episode of our Makin' It in China series, we delve into the inspiring story of Saulebek Kabylbekov, a Kazakh eye doctor who has illuminated the lives of thousands in northeast China. Since 1998, he has dedicated himself to treating over 250,000 patients at Daqing Ophthalmology Hospital in Heilongjiang Province. Meanwhile, his compassionate …

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - June 27, 2024 4:02

7d ago4:02

4:02

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Dev Raturi: Seeing my dreams come true in China 11:36

7d ago11:36

11:36

Indian businessman Dev Raturi oversees a booming chain of restaurants in China. Having explored in the risky business world for more than a decade, Raturi attributes his success to China’s good business environment and the friendship and assistance he has received from the Chinese people. In this episode of Makin’ It in China, Raturi shares how he …

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - June 20, 2024 3:35

19d ago3:35

3:35

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Vikash Kumar Singh: Connecting China-India worlds through language 17:33

14d ago17:33

17:33

Vikash Kumar Singh is an Indian expatriate who currently teaches Hindi, Indian culture, history and literature at Beijing Foreign Studies University. With 17 years of residence in China, Vikash speaks fluent Chinese and is dedicated to fostering Sino-Indian cultural exchanges through teaching and literary translation. In this episode of the Makin' …

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - June 13, 2024 4:05

26d ago4:05

4:05

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Neeraj Punhani: Weaving dreams in Shaoxing 14:01

21d ago14:01

14:01

In this episode of our Makin' It in China series, we are joined by Neeraj Punhani, an Indian entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in the textile industry. Punhani has established his own company in Shaoxing, located in Zhejiang Province, east China. Join us as we explore his journey of working and living in China.…

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - June 6, 2024 3:42

1M ago3:42

3:42

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Fang Guoqiang: Promoting conservation of the Xin’an River through green farming 24:27

29d ago24:27

24:27

In a mountainous region in east China’s Anhui Province, Fang Guoqiang stands out among people who have been working on the frontline to preserve the environment and achieve sustainable development. For more than two decades, he has promoted the idea and practice of green farming among his fellow villagers in the headwater region of the Xin’an Rive…

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - May 30, 2024 3:22

1M ago3:22

3:22

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - May 23, 2024 3:49

2M ago3:49

3:49

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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China & Europe: Building bridges 24:37

2M ago24:37

24:37

People to people exchanges are often great contributors to a better understanding between different countries and cultures. In this podcast, we’re going to hear the stories of people who have become bridge builders between different cultures and peoples. We’re going to meet three Europeans: Robert van Gulik, Dutch diplomat, writer and sinologist wh…

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Meng Qingjin: Exploring billions of years of natural history 22:26

2M ago22:26

22:26

On the east side of the southern part of Beijing’s central axis stands the Natural History Museum of China. Meng Qingjin, the museum's 61-year-old curator, has been with the institution for sixteen years and has personally assembled or recovered many of the exhibits. Join him in today's narrative and learn how generations of Chinese paleontologists…

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - May 16, 2024 4:05

2M ago4:05

4:05

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Sandor Nagy: Former Hungarian striker inspires youth football in Qingdao 15:39

2M ago15:39

15:39

Sandor Nagy, a former Hungarian football player, has been living in China for nearly two decades. Following his retirement, he embarked on a new chapter, founding a football club in the coastal city of Qingdao, Shandong Province in east China. His club has since become a beacon for many young football enthusiasts in the region. In this episode of M…

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - May 9, 2024 3:24

2M ago3:24

3:24

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Steven Back: Looking forward to more business growth in China 27:26

2M ago27:26

27:26

What’s China really like? What are the differences between the business culture in China and elsewhere in the world? Are there any areas that international businesses need to adapt to when entering the Chinese market? Hungarian businessman Steven Back has been running his business in China for 16 years. In this episode of Makin' It in China, he sha…

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Faris Rebronja: I’d like to be a bridge between Serbia and China 19:25

2M ago19:25

19:25

Serbian national Faris Rebronja is an international trader of everyday items and is currently based in the County of Pingyao, Shanxi Province in north China. Having lived in China for five years, the young businessman has gained experience not only in the business world but more importantly has formed his own understanding of the Asian nation. In …

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Frédéric Barbier: Witnessing a French company's growth in China's business frontier 22:30

2M ago22:30

22:30

This year as we celebrate the 60-year diplomatic relationship between China and France, we ponder the remarkable fruits of this enduring partnership. What successes have emerged from this collaboration? What is it like for a French firm to flourish and thrive on Chinese soil? In this episode of Makin' It in China, join reporter Liu Yushan in a dis…

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Season's End - One half of Emma's Ground Guide 1:17:57

2M ago1:17:57

1:17:57

Max Bailey joins us as we look at the season as it finishes. We look at our local Step 5 and 6 Club's seasons. We have the GRP season awards plus all the usual news and reviews. A big thank you to our sponsors for 2024 - Gusto Homes, all our guests and most importantly the listeners.By Grassroots Plus

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - May 2, 2024 3:48

2M ago3:48

3:48

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Song Dong: Weaving artwork into every sphere of life 22:04

2M ago22:04

22:04

"I am honored to be among the few who have lived to see their works being collected in the Louvre," says Song Dong when sharing pictures of his paintings on social media. The 57-year-old Chinese artist is known for his daring abstract oil paintings and diverse body of works that crosses cultural and national barriers. Song Dong, who has remained cl…

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Kevin Bishop - Mousehole AFC 1:04:02

2M ago1:04:02

1:04:02

Kevin Bishop, Director, Media and Education Outreach at Mousehole AFC talks about life and his role in England's most South Westerly Pyramid Club. The finacial and time costs in travel, fundraising, the club's unique selling points along with a passion for football and involving younger people in to the running of the club. We round up the last wee…

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - April 25, 2024 3:33

2M ago3:33

3:33

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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The End of the Season gets closer. 46:56

3M ago46:56

46:56

As the end of the season approaches we look at who has secured promotion, who has secured a playoff, who has it all to do while other teams are watching the relegation trap door. Some teams are already down while others will sweat on a reprieve and some will be happy to see the season out.By Grassroots Plus

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - April 18, 2024 3:43

3M ago3:43

3:43

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Phil Hiscox - The SWPL and Postponements 1:18:49

3M ago1:18:49

1:18:49

Philip Hiscox @phiscox46 League Secretary of The South West Peninsula Football League talks about the large number of games that have been postponed this season and the knock on effects, we discuss artificial surfaces and ground grading. Phil recalls the South west groundhop and a memorable game. We look at the Vase and a bit of local news and invi…

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - April 11, 2024 3:58

3M ago3:58

3:58

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Matt Harrison - A Merthyr lad living in Spain. 1:24:25

3M ago1:24:25

1:24:25

Matt Harrison - A Merthyr lad living in Spain talks about supporting Malaga C de F home and away including hosting a podcast. He recalls his time living in Slovakia along with a memorable match and Salford City pre "Class of 92". We review last weekend and look at some of the local and not so local news, plus your chance to get involved with our en…

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - April 4, 2024 3:53

3M ago3:53

3:53

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Jerry Grey and Ann Liang: A marriage that has traveled thousands of miles on bikes 11:55

3M ago11:55

11:55

Jerry Grey and Ann Liang made their home in south Guangdong province in Zhongshan in 2004. Over the past 2 decades, the couple took on the mission of traveling across China on bicycles and raise fund for local charity works in the city of Zhongshan. Culminating over 35,000 kilometers, they have cycled across the country "from north to south, from e…

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You Benchang: I just want to be an actor 22:10

3M ago22:10

22:10

Blossoms Shanghai is an epic that depicts the profound social and economic transformations that Shanghai saw from the 1960s to the 1990s. Its popularity also brings 91-year-old actor You Benchang back to the spotlight. His supporting role as “Uncle”, a sharp, witty and charismatic business veteran, captivated audience young and old.…

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - March 28, 2024 3:48

3M ago3:48

3:48

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Episode 32 - The Season Run In Has Started 54:27

4M ago54:27

54:27

We take a look at last weekend's action, A local club looking for a new home, the cost of match day officials, a chairman announces his forthcoming departure. The Poacher Line reaches Skegness, while the final countdown starts. Clubs having to change venues to fit games in plus some local and international news.…

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - March 21, 2024 3:49

4M ago3:49

3:49

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Margaret Chen: Making waves while bridging China and Spain 11:25

4M ago11:25

11:25

Margaret Chen, originally from China, is a successful businesswoman based in Spain. Over the past several decades, she has been dedicated to promoting economic and cultural ties between the two countries. Having made a name for herself in both Spain and China, Chen says that she has simply been riding the waves of the times.…

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Episode 31 - Gav Cooper, Crowle Colts 1:27:17

4M ago1:27:17

1:27:17

Gav Cooper Manager at Crowle Colts returns, He talks about their season so far, changing leagues, ground improvements, an upcoming cup final and the work of the "The Iron Foundation" Gav also recalls a memorable match. We look at last weekend's action, the predictions for promotion, and your extreme weather matches. You can visit the foundation her…

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - March 14, 2024 3:56

4M ago3:56

3:56

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Yang Yongxiu: Making my dream car 14:12

4M ago14:12

14:12

He is a dreamer. He wants to make his dream car. And he succeeded. In this edition of Footprints we meet Yang Yongxiu, the developer of a famous Chinese car brand and learn his story of making his dream car.

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Episode 30 - Max Oldham - Playing in the USA, England and a World Cup 1:09:51

4M ago1:09:51

1:09:51

Max Oldham in the Hotseat, He talks about growing up and playing football in America, moving to England and playing in the Isthmian League. Receiving an unexpected call up and playing in the CONIFA World Cup. Forming Half Turn, championing wellbeing for non-league footballers, caring for players, on and off the pitch. The Poacher Line reaches Bosto…

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Shu Yong: Using his art to bridge cultural barriers 24:03

4M ago24:03

24:03

“It is my hope to use the form of a bridge as a symbol of China's commitment to the common prosperity of the world," says Shu Yong, renowned Chinese Modern and Contemporary artist and a member of China's Top political advisory body. Through his artwork and governmental proposals, Shu Yong aims to establish a series of Chinese national cultural symb…

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - March 7, 2024 3:49

4M ago3:49

3:49

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Chen Huai: A national political advisor committed to biodiversity protection 11:45

4M ago11:45

11:45

Chen Huai, in his early 40s, is a renowned ecologist based in the city of Chengdu, southwest China. Over the past two decades, he has devoted himself to the research of wetlands and his findings have helped people better protect the wetlands and biodiversity. Also serving as a member of the 14th National Committee of the CPPCC, Chen has drawn from…

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Episode 29 - Joe Skelton - Matchdays 1:22:43

4M ago1:22:43

1:22:43

Joe Skelton visits, we talk about his Youtube channel Match Days, commentating, reporting and ladies football. We look at last weekend's results, the step 5 projections and your famous players seen playing at grassroots level. Joe recalls his most memorable match from a huge number seen.By Grassroots Plus

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BIPAC Rundown Weekly Podcast - February 29, 2024 3:34

4M ago3:34

3:34

The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily …

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Li Dongni: Dedicating her life to cultivating future talents 27:14

4M ago27:14

27:14

"Nowadays, artificial intelligence has become the pinnacle of the current technological and industrial development," says Professor Li Dongni of the School of Computer Science, Beijing Institute of Technology. As a scientific researcher and deputy of the Beijing Municipal People's Congress, AI has been a major focus of her teaching, research, and p…

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S3 Ep99: Slough Town in incredible form and a new home for Virginia Water 36:51

4M ago36:51

36:51

Slough Town are on the cusp of the Vanarama National League South play-offs. Rob Davies and Neil Maskell discuss what Scott Davies is getting right on and off the pitch. Elsewhere, Virginia Water's hunt for a new home goes to the planners. Listen to the full Berkshire Football Stories episode of the podcast at https://footballinberkshire.co.uk/how.…

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Episode 28 - Premier League to Non League. 1:22:42

5M ago1:22:42

1:22:42

Luke Castledine is in the hotseat, talking about his love of the Grassroots game and Manchester United. along with his Premier League to Non League and Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire Football Twitter / X Accounts. We look at last weekend's results and Luke compares the Professional matchday experience with the grassroots one. Dave struggles with It…

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