Best Sixth Tone Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 3: Ding 5:24

8d ago5:24

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Listen to The Mystery Frequency: https://redcircle.com/shows/42a3f92e-93e6-412b-bd0b-3c117bc81993 An assassin rides the elevator to the next job, but will he even get that far? Content Warning: Death, discordant and loud noises Transcripts CAST: Brady Flanagan as the assassin PRODUCTION: Written by: Brady Flanagan Directed by: Brady Flanagan Sound …

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Episode 2: The Mountain Troll's Awakening 7:24

1M ago7:24

7:24

https://divinerodentiastudios.transistor.fm/about-credits#ep3Listen to The Devil's Plaything from our friends at Tlacuache Theatre: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wcLn0JfIawjMpKnRJ6lNv A Troll is awakened by construction for the third time this week, and ponders how to co-exist with the humanity of the modern world… Transcripts CAST: W. Keith Tims …

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Episode 1: Rat Hole 15:01

3M ago15:01

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In January 2024 an indentation in the asphalt shaped like a rat mysteriously appeared in Chicago. All traces of the once great city have vanished, save for these news broadcasts following the events that led to the city’s destruction… Content Warnings: Mind control Apocalyptic Depictions Loud noises Depictions of Rats Cult like Behavior mentioning …

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Trailer: Sixth Door to the Left 1:12

3M ago1:12

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Divine Rodentia Studios Presents: Sixth Door to the Left, a infrequently updated anthology feed for short stories that cannot fit anywhere else. Transcripts For all things Divine Rodentia Studios you can use our website This has been a production by Divine Rodentia Studios, copyright 2024 ★ Support this podcast ★…

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[The China Project] China launches its youngest-ever astronauts into space 6:34

8M ago6:34

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Three new astronauts are heading to China’s Tiangong space station, which is about to get even bigger in the coming years. Click here to read the article by Nadya Yeh. Narrated by Yingyun Zhang. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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[Caixin Global] The struggle facing big-box supermarkets in China 8:08

8M ago8:08

8:08

Carrefour’s shrinking presence is emblematic of broader gloom that has befallen the country’s supermarket operators that are competing with e-commerce platforms and smaller stores. Click here to read the article by Ding Yi and Sun Yanran. Narrated by Sarah Kutulakos. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h…

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[The China Project] Toddler mauling in China prompts crackdown on dogs, rekindles debate over pet etiquette 10:22

9M ago10:22

10:22

In the aftermath of an off-leash Rottweiler’s attack of a two-year-old in China last week, officials in several counties have enacted sweeping measures against stray dogs. Click here to read the article by Zhao Yuanyuan. Narrated by Elyse Ribbons. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pri…

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[The World of Chinese] How did ancient Chinese advertise? 10:48

9M ago10:48

10:48

Slogans, music, celebrities, and rhymes all helped ancient Chinese advertise their wares for sale. Click here to read the article by Sun Jiahui. Narrated by Cliff Larsen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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[The World of Chinese] Bitter no more: How young Chinese became obsessed with TCM 14:06

9M ago14:06

14:06

Forget bubble tea, traditional Chinese medicine is the latest trend among youth. Click here to read the article by Shao Yefan. Narrated by Cliff Larsen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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[The China Project] How China is attempting to change nature conservation 13:31

9M ago13:31

13:31

China is undergoing a great experiment — tightly controlled and driven by big data — that it hopes will offer an alternative way of protecting the planet. For all our sakes, let’s hope it works. Click here to read the article by Kyle Obermann. Narrated by Anthony Tao. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at …

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[Caixin Global] Chinese in the crosshairs of ‘mushrooming’ transnational cybercrime 15:31

9M ago15:31

15:31

UN says hundreds of thousands have been forced into participating in unlawful online scam operations in Myanmar and Cambodia, many of them Chinese. Click here to read the article by Qin Jianhang and Han Wei. Narrated by Cliff Larsen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-se…

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[The China Project] Los Angeles Chinatown, 1871: The forgotten mass lynching 8:43

9M ago8:43

8:43

In October 1871, 10% of the Chinese population in Los Angeles was wiped out in a senseless spasm of violence. Click here to read the article by James Carter. Narrated by Kaiser Kuo. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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[The World of Chinese] Acrobats, tai chi, kids: What makes a Chinese opening ceremony? 10:20

9M ago10:20

10:20

From celebrations of workers at the 1959 National Games to vast displays of technological prowess during this year’s Asian Games, China’s opening ceremonies have evolved dramatically over time. Click here to read the article by Dylan Levi King. Narrated by Kaiser Kuo. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at …

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[The World of Chinese] Community Canteens For Seniors Take Off Among Chinese Youth 9:47

9M ago9:47

9:47

Young people turn to government-funded community canteens for seniors in China amid food safety scandals and the rising cost of meals. Click here to read the article by Yang Tingting. Narrated by Kim Dalrymple. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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[The China Project] A young Deng Xiaoping in France 9:51

9M ago9:51

9:51

In the early years of the Chinese republic, progressives looked west for political inspiration. This was how Deng Xiaoping — who would eventually lead China — came to be in France in the 1920s. He and his peers did indeed find inspiration abroad — just not the kind that his bourgeois sponsors anticipated. Click here to read the article by James Car…

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[Rest of World] Why thousands of young Chinese people use a pink dinosaur as their alias 5:25

9M ago5:25

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Users adopt the alias “momo” as a way to speak more freely, evade harassment, and protect personal privacy on Douban and Xiaohongshu. Click here to read the article by Caiwei Chen. Narrated by Elyse Ribbons. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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[The World of Chinese] Prepared to fail: Cafeterias and restaurants face backlash for pre-made meals 16:59

9M ago16:59

16:59

A school canteen scandal has Chinese consumers rethinking their growing demand for pre-prepared and ready-to-eat meals. Click here to read the article by Tan Yunfei. Narrated by Cliff Larsen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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[The World of Chinese] Will ChatGPT really kill the Chinese translation industry? 13:28

9M ago13:28

13:28

Four translators and interpreters talk about the impact new technologies like generative AI are having on their work and future career prospects. Click here to read the article by Roman Kierst and Sam Davies. Narrated by Anthony Tao. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-se…

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[Caixin Global] China struggles to wean itself off bear bile farming 13:43

9M ago13:43

13:43

Amid growing concerns about the suffering that extraction causes the animals, the government has supported research into synthetic substitutes, but regulations are hampering the registration of alternatives to what some have dubbed ‘medicinal gold.’ Click here to read the article by Yang Yuqi and Kelly Wang. Narrated by Yingyun Zhang. See Privacy P…

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[The World of Chinese] How China’s Seniors Got Hooked on Short Video Influencers 13:58

9M ago13:58

13:58

With the suspension of a short video channel popular among elderly people, many are trying to understand the fascination behind these seemingly tacky influencers and the potential risks they carry. Click here to read the article by Yang Tingting. Narrated by Sarah Kutulakos. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not…

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[The China Project] Double 10: The Wuchang Uprising and the end of the Qing 9:30

9M ago9:30

9:30

Had any earlier uprising against the Qing achieved its goals, 1911 would be just another year. But the 1911 Revolution succeeded, and catalyzed an entire series of events that led to fundamental change in China’s political system. Click here to read the article by James Carter. Narrated by Kaiser Kuo. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy…

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[Caixin Global] The slow-burning insurance crisis unfolding in the shadows 18:05

9M ago18:05

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Despite government efforts to clean up the industry and improve oversight, the economic slowdown and a new risk-focused regulatory regime are adding to the problems. Click here to read the article by Wu Yujian and Zhang Ziyu. Narrated by Cliff Larsen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com…

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[The World of Chinese] Why are Chinese websites stuck in 2003? 11:02

10M ago11:02

11:02

And do people even care about websites in China’s mobile-centric society? Click here to read the article by Roman Kierst. Narrated by Yingyun Zhang. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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[The China Project] Chinese parents rally against school meals over food security concerns 7:07

10M ago7:07

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The Chinese industry of pre-cooked, ready-to-eat food is now trying to create a new market in schools. The move, however, was immediately opposed by parents who criticized ready lunches as unsafe and unhealthy. Click here to read the article by Zhao Yuanyuan. Narrated by Elyse Ribbons. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California …

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[The China Project] Niche brands are on the rise as young Chinese consumers seek their own style 7:37

10M ago7:37

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The rise of Chinese niche luxury brands. Click here to read the article by Capucine Cogné. Narrated by Sarah Kutulakos. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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[The World of Chinese] The rise and fall of China’s OG social media platforms 21:49

10M ago21:49

21:49

With the rise of short video, some of China’s earliest social media platforms have reached the end of their journey, with a few even transforming into a hub for misogynistic content. Click here to read the article by Hayley Zhao. Narrated by Cliff Larsen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19…

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[Rest of World] China’s AI boom depends on an army of exploited student interns 11:07

10M ago11:07

11:07

As part of China’s digital underclass, vocational school students work as data annotators — for low pay and few future prospects. Click here to read the article by Viola Zhou and Caiwei Chen. Narrated by Elyse Ribbons. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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[Caixin Global] China’s mid-tier cities vie for EV battery supremacy 7:43

10M ago7:43

7:43

Manufacturing hubs like Yibin are bending over backward to win business from giants like CATL as they seek to boost jobs and economic growth. Click here to read the article by An Limin and Ding Yi. Narrated by Sarah Kutulakos. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-i…

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[The China Project] ‘One of the most troubling social policies of modern times’ 10:42

10M ago10:42

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China enacted its one-child policy in 1980. It was met with wildly divergent opinions, and resulted in suffering and trauma on a scale that family planners never anticipated. Click here to read the article by James Carter. Narrated by Kaiser Kuo. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv…

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[The World of Chinese] Defending the field: China’s female sports fans struggle for inclusion 18:17

10M ago18:17

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Faced with harassment in stadiums and online, female fans of soccer and basketball struggle to find a safe space for their hobby. Click here to read the article by Zheng Yiwen. Narrated by Kim Dalrymple. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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[The World of Chinese] Is China’s pet boom over? 13:25

10M ago13:25

13:25

Sluggish consumption and a push for animal adoption are weighing on China’s once-hot pet market. Click here to read the article by Shao Yefan. Narrated by Cliff Larsen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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[Caixin Global] Low-carbon transition has China’s shipbuilders seeing green 10:44

10M ago10:44

10:44

Global operators’ demand for lower-emission fleets is fueling a boom for Chinese shipyards. Click here to read the article by You Xiaoying and Li Rongqian. Narrated by Elyse Ribbons. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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[The China Project] The origins of World War II in Asia 9:39

10M ago9:39

9:39

The Mukden Incident — when explosives detonated along the route of the South Manchurian Railway near Shenyang — was a pretext for Japanese aggression in Asia. Click here to read the article by James Carter. Narrated by Kaiser Kuo. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-…

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[The World of Chinese] Golden connections: How a Chinese social-media site brings together seniors 18:43

10M ago18:43

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Despite amassing millions of users, Meipian, a Chinese social-media app targeting the senior community, continues to grapple with monetization challenges. Click here to read the article by Tan Yunfei. Narrated by Cliff Larsen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-i…

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[The World of Chinese] How China’s small-town bookstores innovate to survive 11:38

10M ago11:38

11:38

Benefiting from government subsidies and close-knit communities, independent bookstores try to compete and make profit in China’s smaller cities. Click here to read the article by Rebecca Wang. Narrated by Sarah Kutulakos. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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[The China Project] Lin Biao flew too close to the sun. But why did he really fall? 9:45

10M ago9:45

9:45

Lin Biao was a principal architect of the cult of Mao Zedong. It would lead to his undoing. Click here to read the article by James Carter. Narrated by Kaiser Kuo. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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[The China Project] Sushi restaurants in China left scrambling after Fukushima-linked seafood ban 9:56

10M ago9:56

9:56

Beijing’s ban on Japanese seafood, coupled with rising animosity toward all things Japanese, have sent sushi restaurants in China searching for alternative supplies and, in some cases, new recipes. Click here to read the article by Zhao Yuanyuan. Narrated by Sarah Kutulakos. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not…

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[Rest of World] Why Chinese EV battery manufacturers are flocking to Hungary 11:22

10M ago11:22

11:22

BYD, EVE Energy, Huayou Cobalt and more have announced new projects in Hungary in the last few months. They are drawn to the country’s access to European automakers, government subsidies, and favorable relations with China. Click here to read the article by William McCormack. Narrated by Cliff Larsen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy…

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[The China Project] China’s other half: Wilderness 16:28

11M ago16:28

16:28

China is known for its megacities, but 42% of it is wilderness — the barren and primitive, but also pockets of spectacular biodiversity. As the country’s adventurers discover the joy of exploring these places, they are challenging preconceived notions of China’s relationship with nature. They also bring the power to destroy or protect. Click here t…

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[The China Project] Lean Lui’s critical look at bullying culture 9:10

11M ago9:10

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“Being bullied in school is something that can happen to anyone,” Lui shares. “The subjects in my photos are meant to simply be symbolic. The bullies and victims could be you, maybe me, or anyone else.” Click here to read the article by Neocha. This article was originally published on Neocha and is republished with permission. Narrated by Cliff Lar…

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[The World of Chinese] Why are diamonds no longer China’s best friend? 10:25

11M ago10:25

10:25

As the diamond market plummets, young Chinese people are finding new alternatives to symbolize their love. Click here to read the article by Shao Yefan. Narrated by Sarah Kutulakos. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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[Rest of World] Chinese sextortion scammers are flooding Twitter 8:16

11M ago8:16

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Scammers are targeting Chinese-language users, harassing political dissidents and influential figures. Click here to read the article by Caiwei Chen. Narrated by Kaiser Kuo. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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[The China Project] A Shanghai bookseller gets kidnapped — and brings out the copyright police 10:07

11M ago10:07

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In the early 20th century, Chessboard Street in Shanghai was the heart of the Chinese publishing industry. This is where our story begins: when Li Difan, a salesman for a small Shanghai bookseller, found himself in an opium den and approached by men claiming to represent a nearby province seeking textbooks… Click here to read the article by James C…

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[The China Project] How Crocs made a comeback in China this summer 12:21

11M ago12:21

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In an otherwise restrained era for Chinese youth, the return of brightly colored, highly customizable rubber clogs allows for both escape and self-expression. Click here to read the article by Zhao Yuanyuan. Narrated by Elyse Ribbons. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s…

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[The China Project] Once banned, Mandarin learning in Indonesia on the rise amid improving ties with China 15:31

11M ago15:31

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Indonesia suspended diplomatic relations with the People’s Republic of China from 1967 to 1990 and restricted Chinese-language lessons and literature. But the two countries now have robust political and commercial connections, and large numbers of young Indonesians are learning Mandarin. Click here to read the article by Randy Mulyanto. Narrated by…

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[The China Project] The ‘near miracle’ that was China’s first modern treaty with a European state 10:22

11M ago10:22

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The Treaty of Nerchinsk established a border between Manchu China and Romanov Russia. It was negotiated in a remote region between two sides that distrusted each other and with deeply different conceptions of both diplomacy and politics — and somehow withstood the test of time. Click here to read the article by James Carter. Narrated by Kaiser Kuo.…

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[Rest of World] Hong Kong politicians are making a splash on Chinese social media – and finding mainland fans 7:14

11M ago7:14

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Chinese social media like Weibo and Xiaohongshu have become places for Hong Kong government officials to connect with mainland users. Click here to read the article by Joshua Yang. Narrated by Elyse Ribbons. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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[Caixin Global] Yi Gang’s legacy after five years running China’s central bank 14:49

11M ago14:49

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The former PBOC governor, who stepped down last month, spearheaded interest rate reform, helped reduce risks in the financial system, and supported the green and digital transformation of the financial sector. Click here to read the article by Huo Kan and Zhang Yukun. Narrated by Cliff Larsen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal…

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[Sixth Tone] The Cold Reality of China’s Vanishing Glaciers 22:06

11M ago22:06

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As temperatures rise, the melting of the unique Urumqi Glacier No. 1 can be slowed but not stopped, experts say. Click here to read the article by The Paper. Narrated by Cliff Larsen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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[Sixth Tone] AI is booming in China, but its grads are trapped in a talent gap 14:44

11M ago14:44

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Despite a talent shortfall in China’s tech industry, fresh graduates from AI programs across the country say they’re stuck in the mud amid a mismatch in skills and job requirements. Click here to read the article by Ye Zhanhang. Narrated by Elyse Ribbons. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19…

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