Best Acorn Studio Podcasts (2025)

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The US trade war against the world 1:00:31

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Can rare earth minerals bring the US to its senses? And what does China want in order to strike a deal? We ask Economist Warwick Powell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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An American Vlogger in China 54:55

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According to Pew Research, 54% of US adults get news from podcasts, at least some of the time. 1 in 5 Americans now get their news on TikTok. How have podcasts and social media transformed the way people get news in the USA and China? Join Alex and Jason to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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How Chinese migrants unified the USA? 1:00:46

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Historian and professor, at Stanford University, Dr. Gordon H. Zhang explains the participation of Chinese immigrants in the building of modern America. From rail, to rockets, to our world today, Chinese Americans make America great. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How China’s view of career is transforming? 59:13

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More than twice as many Chinese respondents said “advancing my career” was among the top three aspects of life as did Americans. In China, does a good career mean a good life? Or, are attitudes changing? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Can America survive its own tariff war? 1:01:19

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Today's guest is Dr. Liang Yan, Professor of Economics at Willamette University, U.S.. She discusses China's economy, US tariffs, and the future of Sino-US trade. This will shock you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How impoliteness is different in America and China? 56:01

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According to Pew Research “About a third of Americans (34%) say they almost always or often see people behaving rudely when they’re out in public.” What behaviors are seen as rude, and is it the same in China? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Keeping pace with 'China Speed' 1:00:27

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How tourism can save the US economy? 57:59

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According to a new survey by Booking.com 67% of Chinese folks plan to spend much more, or some more time travelling, whereas 45% of Americans plan to, as well. We discuss the future of travel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Futurism, technology and the rise of China 1:00:38

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We Interview influencer and technology analyst Orikron on the rise of China. Orikron has just lived in China for one month, but amazingly he can speak fluent Chinese. He tells stories of urbanism, technology, and how the future is arriving in Beijing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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How China came to dominate E-Commerce? 55:00

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According to new research, Chinese companies take all three top spots in online third-party sales, crushing eBay, and other competitors. How do sales in China, differ from sales in the US online ecosystem? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How China dominates in global car sales 55:00

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According to International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers, China produced 31.3 million cars in 2024 vs the US’ 10.6 million. With companies like BYD and Wuling taking the top spots in Chinese car purchases, what does the future of cars look like? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The future of the factory 1:00:11

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Dr. Jostein Hauge of the University of Cambridge discusses his book, the future of the factory, China and the developing world. Just how can industry create a better, more equal world? Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Do couples in China have the same arguments? 52:15

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A new article 'Top Reasons American Couples Argue' puts tone of voice and money at the top of the list of why US couples argue. We look at China and see if there are parallels. Jason and Beibei talk about marriages in China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Crossing Xinjiang by bicycle 50:48

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Today's guest is Jerry Grey, an Australian freelancer who has lived in China for more than two decades and cycled five times to China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. He shares his views on the massive changes that have taken place in Xinjiang throughout the years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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How to avoid the latest scams? 53:51

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Online scams are destroying lives. According to Pew Research 73% of Americans have been scammed online with most saying they get a scam call at least once a week. How to avoid the scams? Find out more with Jason Smith and Alex Shi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Real life in Xinjiang 57:27

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British Influencer LivinlavidaLuke, Luke Johnston, is getting his doctorate in China. For months, he has lived in Xinjiang, China. During his leisure time, he'd go travelling across Xinjiang. What is it like to be living in Xinjiang? Find out more on The Bridge to China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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America's number one problem is Still inflation! 55:00

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For four years in a row Americans rate the country's biggest issue as inflation! Jason and Alex Shi discuss how China has been shielded from the storm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Uncovering the truth about Xinjiang 53:32

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Today's guest is Fernando Munoz Bernal, a journalist from Columbia. He toured in Xinjiang by RV, spending months exploring the region. We ask him to tell us what local life in Xinjiang is really like. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The cost of moving out of Mom's house in 2025 51:12

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What does the cost of living look like in China vs the USA? When do people leave the nest and how many own their own homes? Jason asks Alex Shi in Beijing if it’s the same in China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What's living in China really like? 55:00

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We invite British influencer James Wood onto the Bridge. What shocked James about moving to China, and why he plans to stay, forever…find out more on this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How to filter out the lies about China? 55:00

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We invite noted Hong Kong based journalist and writer Nury Vittachi onto the show. He explains how western media became so deviant, and how to find out the truth about China and the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Remembering a ‘Flying Tiger’ 52:29

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We ask the son of a US intelligence officer about his time in China during World War II. Peter MacInnis is the son of a 'Flying Tiger' whose job it was to gather intelligence for the USA and China. He tells us about his father, Donald MacInnis and his passion for China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The expats who stayed: foreigners in China during WWII 1:02:15

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We interview Michael Crook, son of Isabel Crook, both foreign friends, born in China. Michael regales us with stories of the foreigners who stayed in China during the people’s War of Victory over Fascism, WWII. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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America's love affair with gas 53:24

3M ago53:24

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Beibei and Jason discuss the US oil addiction and new ways forward to a green future. And how is Chinese technology transforming tomorrow's world in 2049…take a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The future of social-media explained 55:00

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While News-Influencers are getting onto Truth-Social and Bluesky, no one else is. Why social media giants may be settling their spaces, and how China may lead the charge against AI-bots…Find out more on this episode with Jason Smith and Alex Shi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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What should the US do instead? 52:47

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Today's guest, analyst John Pang explains why the world will not decouple from China, and how China is developing its partners. We ask him what the USA should do, now that its tariff war has backfired. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Why world perceptions of the USA are in decline? 55:00

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Jason and Alex Shi discuss the fall of the US image abroad based on the recent Pew Research findings. How did the US go from the shining example to a dystopian nightmare in the minds of the world? Why are we here and what can be done? Find out more on this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Multipolarity: India, China, and the USA 54:31

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Journalist SL Kanthan visits Xizang to explore modern Tibetan life. We ask him about the multipolar world, the future of Sino-Indian relations, and how to build a better shared future for all humanity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Sino-US cooperation key to US economic growth 51:46

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Today's guest, Kyle Chan, is a Sociologist at Princeton University. We talk about seeing the larger relationship beyond the trade war to the multiple dimensions of the USA and China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Should we fear AI? 55:00

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According to Zhang Hongjiang, founder of Beijing Academy of Artificial Intelligence: ‘AI systems should never be able to deceive humans.’ But are there other reasons to fear AI? Alex Shi and Jason Smith explain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Lessons from China's ascent 55:00

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We interview author Carlos Martinez about China's economic system. He explains how China’s unique path to modernity can inspire the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Minority rights: China vs the USA 58:22

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While minorities are being extradited without trials in the US, China relishes and celebrates its minority groups. What can the US learn from China's system of elevating and embracing its myriad differences? Find out more with BeiBei and Jason Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The cost of living: China vs the USA 55:00

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Today we delve into the finances of the average American. When polled, 25% of Americans say they “Cannot pay some of their bills.” How bad is it and how painful is it at the grocery store? Find out more with Jason Smith and BeiBei. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Can Crypto Save the US Economy? 59:38

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Economist Ben Norton joins us. We ask him about the state of the US economy. Whose foreign aid is helping the Global South? And, can crypto save the US from bankruptcy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How the US lost its own trade war? 55:00

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Despite the US-led trade war affecting the world, Americans' negative views of China remain surprisingly subdued. We examine how the US public perceives China, how Chinese view Americans, and whether the global community sees the US trade war as an act of bullying. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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China: realities vs expectations 55:00

5M ago55:00

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We interview a Chinese influencer on the realities of life in China. Kenny Wow, who lives in a 5th tier city, makes content about real life in China. We ask him about some of the myths. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Forget what you think you know about China 56:52

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Today's guest is the host of Life in China with Patrick Freeman. Patrick actively seeks out folks with bad takes on China and tries to explain what China is really like. We ask him about his quest to spread the truth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How the US began believing its own disinformation 57:59

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Host of Silk and Steel Podcast, geopolitical commentator Carl Zha joins the show. He explains how the US has been drinking its own propaganda about China. And experts in the US no longer understand China, whatsoever. Listen to this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Megan Russell: China is not our enemy 55:54

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Today we speak with Megan Russell, “China is Not Our Enemy Campaign" coordinator. We ask Megan how we can get the Sino-US relationship back on track. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Is panic shopping returning amidst the trade war? 56:15

6M ago56:15

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Mass protests are erupting across the US against the current administration. 1,400 individual protests have rocked the USA recently. Recently, the US has levied massive tariffs on countries all over the world. How concerned should Americans be? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Why the West misreads China's economy? 55:00

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Today we take a dive into why the west doesn’t understand China’s economy, and some of what they are missing, with special guest, Dr. Warwick Powell. Dr. Warwick Powell is an adjunct Professor at Queensland University of Technology and a Senior Fellow at Taihe Institute, Beijing. He is the author of "China, Trust and Digital Supply Chains" and "Dyn…

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How life-milestones are changing in the USA and China? 53:39

7M ago53:39

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According to Pew Research, Americans want to get married in their late twenties and buy a home in their early thirties. Is that still achievable now? And how does life in China differ? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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China's view of the US trade crisis 51:12

7M ago51:12

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Today’s guest is CEO and geopolitical analyst Arnaud Betrand. We discuss the US economic meltdown. How will China and the world deal with the fallout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Global investors sweeten to China, but why? 58:48

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Bank of America has said that the China will outperform this year, predicting that the previously "unloved" tech stocks will gain ground on sagging US peers. Is China the new destination for global investors? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Why the US is losing its own trade war… 54:20

7M ago54:20

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Economist, Dr. Doug Guthrie joins us to discuss the ongoing trade war. Is it good for the US? Who's losing? And what are the next steps? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Working class America unfiltered 58:13

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Today’s guest is James Fauntleroy. We discuss homelessness and the squeeze on the American worker. Is there a better way forward for America? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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It's tax time in China too… 55:26

7M ago55:26

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Tuesday, April 15th 2025 is the last day to file federal taxes without an extension. You may not know, it's also tax season in China. Taxes in China make it rain cash for the poor…Find out more with BeiBei and Jason. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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China's rise and the new world 55:00

7M ago55:00

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Today’s guest is SL Kanthan, a geopolitical analyst, columnist, writer, and podcaster. We discuss the rise of China and whether radical moves in DC are really hurting China, or Americans? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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From China to the USA: friendship saves lives 53:54

7M ago53:54

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Evidence demonstrates that both social isolation and loneliness are linked to morbidity and mortality. Social isolation in China and the USA is a serious life-threatening disease. How can we save our lonely-hearts? Find out more with BeiBei and Jason Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Life as an expat student in China 53:45

7M ago53:45

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Today we take a look at university life in China with, Shanghai based journalist Andy Boreham. He explains what university life in China is really like. And he gives advice on getting a job in China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.