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4 days ago

Panel: What's behind the anger sweeping across Europe?

Protests and social unrest are sweeping across parts of Europe, with hundreds injured and thousands arrested. What is behind the anger? Why are governments struggling to address protesters' demands? And what will it take for Europe to tackle the deeper economic and political problems behind the unrest? Host Dou Hongyu is joined by Matthieu Grandpierron, Associate Professor of Political Science at the Catholic University of Vendee; Digby James Wren, External Relations Advisor to the Royal Academy of Cambodia, also the Chair of BRCP, a Geopolitical Risk Advisory Firm; Harvey Dzodin, Former Vice President of ABC TV network, and Senior Fellow of the Center for China and Globalization.
4 Sept

The 60,000 km path to discovery

China's highways were once built for function alone. But a new 60,000-kilometer national plan is now tailoring routes specifically for road trips, threading together the Great Wall, the Yellow and Yangtze rivers, and dozens of World Heritage sites into one immersive network. Rest stops are becoming cultural outposts, and overlooks invite quiet reflection, turning the journey into something far more than just a way to get somewhere. On the show: Steve, Yushan & Yangyang
3 Sept

Train hard, heal harder

We are more active than ever, but our bodies are paying the price. A fitness boom is fueling a massive surge in sports rehabilitation, from boutique clinics to high-tech recovery tools. The business of healing is growing fast, and a culture of pushing our bodies to the limit is forcing a new conversation about what it really means to be healthy. On the show: Fei Fei, Steve & Yushun
2 Sept

Generation Global: where East meets the Arab world

China and Egypt, two ancient civilizations, share deep cultural and historical roots. Today, a new generation is building on that foundation through culture, business, trade, and technology. Round Table's Yushan sat down with CGTN reporter Mèrna Al Nasser and Egyptian PhD student Sherif Abdelsamie. They share what it's like to live between these worlds, the unexpected ties they have uncovered, and the energy that sparks when ancient traditions meet a rapidly changing era.
4 days ago

Dogs, rules and city living

For many people, dogs are family members, not just pets. That makes it especially difficult when a city begins enforcing rules that could leave some dogs effectively confined to their homes. Hangzhou's regulations have led to discussion about fairness and practical solutions, with the goal of balancing the needs of residents, dog owners and the four-legged family members themselves. On the show: Steve, Yushan & Yushun
3 Sept

The internet cafe 2.0

The old internet cafe is dead. Dim lights, sticky floors, and cheap instant noodles are gone. In their place are sleek lounges with premium seating, gourmet food, private pods, and showers. These new spaces are just as much about gaming as they are getting away. For a growing number of people, they are a second home, or maybe a better one. On the show: Fei Fei, Steve & Yushun
28 Aug

Why does everyone suddenly want to go to trade school?

China's top Gaokao scorers are now choosing vocational undergraduate programs over elite universities, drawn by higher starting salaries and job security in an automated economy. The surge in popularity is a clear sign of changing perceptions, but the system must adapt to meet new challenges. On the show: Steve, Fei Fei & Yushan
1 Sept

When science class gets real

Forget the textbook. This fall, science class in China begins outside, where students are running real experiments, hitting real dead ends, and rethinking their approach when things do not go as planned. The goal is not landing on the right answer but learning to ask a good question in the first place. This is science treated as something you do, not something you memorize, grounded in the everyday. On the show: Steve, Yushan & Yushun
1 Sept

The CD comeback: a feel-good music industry story

Vinyl gets all the attention, but CDs are actually the ones growing faster, and it's not nostalgic collectors buying them. It's a generation that grew up streaming everything and never owned a CD player in their life. So what's pulling them toward plastic cases and liner notes? Is this a real comeback, or just a moment that fades as fast as it showed up? On the show: Steve, Yushan & Yushun
17 Aug

Love expressions you need to know before Chinese Valentine's Day 七夕将至：一起学习中文里的爱情表达

Love is universal — but the way we express it can be very different. With Chinese Valentine's Day, Qixi Festival, just around the corner, this episode of Takeaway Chinese takes you into the language and culture of love in China. Tune in now! (07:00) Learn Chinese expressions related to love. (14:30) Why would you want to avoid "scatter dog food"? What does it actually mean?

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