China Watch

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“China Watch” is a weekly deep dive that pulls back the curtains on one of the world's most enigmatic powers. Join Epoch Times contributor Terri Wu as she deciphers where China is headed next and how its politics, technology, and business affect Americans.

12/22/2025

How China Spies in America: The Whole-of-Society Model Operation

When you think of a spy, do you think of a military officer who is a master of languages and disguise? If you do, then you may not understand how China uses its massive web of spies throughout the United States. Instead, think professors, white-collar workers, engineers, and researchers. They aren’t professional spies, but their loyalty to the Chinese regime runs deep. Hear Terri Wu’s in-depth discussion with a former federal and CIA employee, who now focuses his research on China’s espionage practices, and learn the details of the tactics that the regime uses, most of which would never even cross the mind of the average American. Views expressed in this episode are opinions of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times. — Terri Wu is a Washington-based freelance reporter for The Epoch Times covering education and China-related issues. Send tips to terri.wu@epochtimes.com. Enjoyed this podcast? Follow China Watch for a peek behind the red curtain.

54 min
12/15/2025

Deciphering Shifts in National Security Strategy, Toward the Americas and China Alike

The second Trump Administration published its first National Security Strategy document this month, and it’s a far departure from what the world has seen in recent years. While it adopts a much more business-like tone than before, some analysts say it’s an indicator of a weak United States. Is that the case? And what implications does the new foreign policy vision have on U.S.–China relations? Listen to Terri Wu and the experts she interviewed on the new National Security Strategy, which may set the tone for decades. Views expressed in this episode are opinions of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times. — Terri Wu is a Washington-based freelance reporter for The Epoch Times covering education and China-related issues. Send tips to terri.wu@epochtimes.com. Enjoyed this podcast? Follow China Watch for a peek behind the red curtain.

25 min
12/08/2025

A Setting Sun on Local Government Infiltration—The Case of Linda Sun

How would one infiltrate a foreign government? It seems like the idea would be to go straight to the top, but a recent trial in New York suggests otherwise. Reporter Nick Zifcak has been covering the New York trial case of Linda Sun, who is accused of acting secretly as an agent of the CCP. Hear how she got into her position, who she worked for, everything she is accused of doing, and her side of the story. Views expressed in this episode are opinions of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times. — Terri Wu is a Washington-based freelance reporter for The Epoch Times covering education and China-related issues. Send tips to terri.wu@epochtimes.com. Enjoyed this podcast? Follow China Watch for a peek behind the red curtain.

54 min
12/01/2025

Behind the Sino-Japanese Clash: How an Assertive Japan Upends China’s Strategy

Japan has a new prime minister, and she’s upending the political tradition that has guided geopolitics in the Indo-Pacific region. China is already dealing with the chaos imposed by President Donald Trump’s trade tactics. Now, it has the added pressure from Sanae Takaichi, the Iron Lady of Japan. Listen as Terri hears from experts, including one who attended the same prestigious institute as Takaichi. Learn what to watch for and analyze for China’s hegemony, or lack thereof, in the future. Views expressed in this episode are opinions of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times. — Terri Wu is a Washington-based freelance reporter for The Epoch Times covering education and China-related issues. Send tips to terri.wu@epochtimes.com. Enjoyed this podcast? Follow China Watch for a peek behind the red curtain.

26 min
11/24/2025

Delisting Chinese Companies to Stop ‘Funding Our Demise’

The financial information of Chinese companies is a black box. Yet these companies enjoy preferential access to U.S. capital markets. How did it happen, and why was it tolerated? For decades, China has been taking advantage of leniency and the openness of America’s market system. And it’s coming to a point where action needs to be taken. Join Terri as she analyzes the predatory investment tactics China has used to intertwine itself with the U.S. economy and reap benefits in an all-too-cunning manner. Views expressed in this episode are opinions of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times. — Terri Wu is a Washington-based freelance reporter for The Epoch Times covering education and China-related issues. Send tips to terri.wu@epochtimes.com. Enjoyed this podcast? Follow China Watch for a peek behind the red curtain.

22 min
11/17/2025

Economic War on the High Seas: Underreported Flashpoint of U.S.–China Tensions

Although a new trade truce was set, most analysts overlooked one critical part of the agreement. That agreement is all about shipping. But its broader consequence is global control over the oceans and seas. And whoever controls the waters will become the leading world power. Now that China is the top ship builder in the world, by a large measure, what does that mean for the United States? Join Terri as she connects the dots on how the United States is countering the Chinese regime's massive shipbuilding capacity, both domestically and through its allies. Views expressed in this episode are opinions of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times. — Terri Wu is a Washington-based freelance reporter for The Epoch Times covering education and China-related issues. Send tips to terri.wu@epochtimes.com. Enjoyed this podcast? Follow China Watch for a peek behind the red curtain.

20 min
11/10/2025

A One-Year U.S.-China Trade Deal Truce—So What? So Everything!

It almost sounds like tabloid gossip to say, “Wow, Chinese leader Xi Jinping said something nice about President Donald Trump!” If it were any other political circumstance, it may just be gossip, but this is coming from the head of the Chinese Communist Party, who, according to one expert, has never uttered such words about any American president. What is the significance of that, and especially at this time? And even more importantly, who won this round of trade talks, and how can we be sure? Find out as Terri explains and hears from experts in this episode of China Watch. Views expressed in this episode are opinions of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times. — Terri Wu is a Washington-based freelance reporter for The Epoch Times covering education and China-related issues. Send tips to terri.wu@epochtimes.com. Enjoyed this podcast? Follow China Watch for a peek behind the red curtain.

21 min
11/04/2025

Game Theory, Pain Points, and Economic Vulnerability—A Macro Investor’s Analysis of Trade War 2.0

It’s easy to say that another country is weak, vulnerable, or unable to win in a confrontation. But what about when those claims are backed up by concrete numbers? In this episode, Terri converses with Alexander Campbell, who has an extensive history in global macro investing and a penchant for analyzing both numbers and strategy. In his book “China Can’t Win,” he describes through various lenses, such as Game Theory methodology and hedge fund experience, how one can conclude that the Chinese Communist Party is more economically vulnerable than it’s letting on. Find more about this episode’s guest on Alexander Campbell’s Substack. Views expressed in this episode are opinions of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times. — Terri Wu is a Washington-based freelance reporter for The Epoch Times covering education and China-related issues. Send tips to terri.wu@epochtimes.com. Enjoyed this podcast? Follow China Watch for a peek behind the red curtain.

54 min

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4.9

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30 Ratings

Excellent and well-researched

12/15/2025

恩文昊

Phenomenal podcast with well-researched and timely information. It’s clear the team put in a lot of work into this and it’s not another generic and undifferentiated China content.
Good, Reliable Information in a World of Useless Content

08/23/2025

Godroxme

Terri Wu and the Epoch Times team produce an excellent podcast that is not flashy with cultural news stories, but instead meaningful and important insights about China’s influence on the US and the world around as. She shares credible and unique information with a charming flare that I will adoringly refer to as “ethnic Americana.” If you are mature enough to be interested in news and information that are important, significant, and meaningful, give China Watch a try.
Unvarnished truth about China

08/12/2025

Elliot F.

Few media outlets are willing to take on the tough subjects when it comes to China. Chinese tentacles reach around the world and the CCP often retaliates harshly against those entities that don’t toe the line. This podcast is bold and honest. Terry Woo will teach you a great deal about various subjects that involve China.
Light Shining Through

05/13/2025

Y2856Y

This podcast shines light on China’s obfuscations. A valuable resource for those who seek geopolitical understanding.

“China Watch” is a weekly deep dive that pulls back the curtains on one of the world's most enigmatic powers. Join Epoch Times contributor Terri Wu as she deciphers where China is headed next and how its politics, technology, and business affect Americans.