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China Finds Ep. 2: When ancient grief met modern relief

Welcome to our special segment, China Finds! This is where we take a cultural moment from China and unpack the story behind it—not as a history lesson, but as a conversation. Today, we unravel how young Chinese are turning ancestral traditions into vibrant conversations between past and present. On the show: Niu Honglin, Yushan & Yushun

1 day ago

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23 min
3 DAYS AGO

The new Qingming: From ancient rituals to eco-burials

It was a day of remembrance, when people across China honor their departed loved ones in different ways. Over the weekend, the country marked another Qingming Festival, also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day. A central tradition of the occasion is just that—visiting gravesites to clean and tend to the tombs of those who have passed. Today, we'll explore these long-standing customs, and how they're evolving in modern times. On the show: Fei Fei, Niu Honglin & Steve

3 days ago

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29 min
6 DAYS AGO

Are you a "vintage human"?

Move over, Gen Z trends. The latest identity young people are claiming for themselves is "old-school human." It's a deliberate step back from the hyper-digital world—but what does it actually look like? Today, we're exploring why a generation is choosing to slow down. / Is your water pump trying to kill you (13:12)? On the show: Steve, Yushan & Yangyang

6 days ago

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20 min
2 DAYS AGO

The 0.3% social insurance solution

China is rolling out what some call its "sixth social insurance": long-term care insurance. The cost is just 0.3 percent of income, but the ambition is vast. It aims to move care from unpaid family labor to a professional home based system. On the show: Fei Fei, Niu Honglin & Steve

2 days ago

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30 min
1 DAY AGO

The unexpected rise of "City Busing"

Cities are packed with leisure spots—restaurants, malls, parks, nightlife districts. But lately, a surprising new venue has entered the chat: the city bus. Once the most ordinary piece of urban infrastructure, it's now being reinvented into a moving experience. Think hot pot dinners on wheels, karaoke buses, even pet-friendly rides. This humble form of public transport is turning into something far more social, creative, and entertaining than anyone ever expected. On the show: Niu Honglin, Yushan & Yushun

1 day ago

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30 min
6 DAYS AGO

Silver screens: Navigating the digital frontier with China's 161 million seniors

Forget the teenage gamers—the newest power users are your grandparents. From chasing flash sales at midnight to becoming viral influencers, seniors are taking over the internet. But with that connection comes a new danger: digital addiction. We explore the rise of the silver netizen and the fight to make the web age-friendly. On the show: Steve, Yushan & Yangyang

6 days ago

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31 min
1 APR

Are headphones going back to the jack?

When people traded wired headphones for their wireless cousins, the decision was driven by style and convenience. But when it comes to the mind, priorities have shifted. Now, many are rewinding time and plugging back in. / Are China's apples the best apples (13:02)? On the show: Steve, Yushun & Xingyu

1 Apr

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19 min
2 APR

Have pets lost their welcome mat?

Over the past decade, the rise of pet-friendly cafés, restaurants, and shopping malls has reflected a broader change in urban culture. Pets are no longer just companions at home. But recently, some businesses have begun reversing course by tightening rules or removing pet-friendly labels altogether. On the show: Niu Honglin, Steve & Yushan

2 Apr

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24 min
3 DAYS AGO

Talking about negative emotions in Chinese 如何解决负面情绪

Ever feel like your emotions are speaking louder than your words? In our latest episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're diving into something we all experience, but don't always know how to express: negative emotions. From stress and frustration to disappointment and burnout, how do you talk about these feelings in Chinese? And more importantly, how do you respond to them? On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve. (01:01) How to talk about negative feelings in Chinese? (11:37) How do you respond to a panic attack?

3 days ago

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30 min
13 MAR

The art of precision

An old man catches cicadas without missing. His secret? Years of focus, nothing else. But is mastery the reward of lifelong dedication, or the price of a narrowed path? Gen Z debaters rethink specialization in a world that keeps changing lanes.

13 Mar

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18 min

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