The Bridge to China

Millions of folks all over the world have spent time in isolation. We discuss the newly minted term ‘The Great Re-imagination.’ From divorces to new romance, meditation, dietary changes and upgraded skill sets, the world is not the same. Tens of millions of Americans have changed their jobs. Millions of others have learned new skills or gone back to university. Have people’s skills and priorities...

We discuss hygiene around the world in the twenty first century. Have we gone far enough or too far? Hand washing? Sure. Spraying babies with germ killing sprays? Slow down a minute. Is it time for us to boost our immune system? Find out more with Jason and BeiBei. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One man’s daughter asks her father to save the world, one bag of crisps at a time. His answer: “Alright then, I will.” We discuss their story and other companies taking on the plastic-apocalypse. Don’t have a credit card? That’s okay, that’s how much plastic is inside you right now. We were shocked too. Listen in and we explore answers to questions we’re all wondering. This is The Bridge. Hosted o...

When does a healthy interest in celebrity life become a mental health issue? We discuss ‘Parasocial Relationships’. From movie posters to hysterical K-Pop fans and learning Spanish to talk to footballers, what’s a celebrity crush and what is obsession? When is a role model healthy? And when is it insanity? How would you feel if folks you don’t know followed you to your home? Listen in with Jason a...

From contemporary dance in China’s capital to rescuing animals and maintaining the most advanced kindergartens in China, today’s guest doesn’t seem to rest. Where would you take you mom to in China? What shocked this guest in Beijing? Where does one garden in a megacity? Listen in to find out. Winners click the subscribe button. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The news is full of stories of war, famine and a coming global recession. All the while people are meant to believe the fault lies with other nations, peoples and ways of life. We’ve got the antidote: cross cultural communication. People in America, Mexico, England and China are just that: people. How can we understand each other better? Let’s talk. Sit down and we’ll bring you the tools you need...

Forbes has named 2022 ‘The Year of Work Place Culture.” As waves of people around the world return to the office, office culture is being dissected. Many people in Beijing now are working from home again due to recent resurgence of the virus. What works? What doesn’t? And what need to be reworked? This show takes you to the new trends and the science driving it. ‘The Bridge’ takes you from your wa...

Beibei and Jason find a point of heated cultural contention: turkey meat? From history to laughing about chicken feet, we cover the American tradition of carving the turkey. What does Thanksgiving have to do with China, Liberia, and Canada? The answer will surprise you. Listen in and get the inside scoop before arriving at the family home. We may just save you from your crazy uncle. This is The Br...

DJ Fantwan plays the biggest house venues in China from Beijing to Chengdu. Is boxing legal in China? Fantwan discusses the boxing scene and his victorious ascent to champion in China’s capital. Fantwan has stories of helicopter crashes, life on an oil rig and making Beijing his home. Listen in as he promoted green energy jobs for the youth and his journeys across China as a musician and more. Pre...

From fake presidents to copies of you and your loved ones deepfakes are becoming part of our daily lives. What could go wrong? We discuss the good, the bad, and the beautiful on this episode of The Bridge to keep you at the front of trends affecting us all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Americans have Chinatowns. Do Chinese have American towns? Going to cowboy towns and civil war parks is an American past-time. Do Chinese have time machines into their own past? We talk about the aesthetics of what’s different. The Bridge takes you on an insider’s tour of the places people go to step out of here and now. Join us on a journey into our society’s imagination. Hosted on Acast. See aca...

Today’s guest has lived in China long enough to see the landscape change, literally. Mario Cavolo of Mr. Ma’s China Adventures, a youtube channel, shares stories of life in China dating back decades. Listen as he discusses playing jazz piano at China’s biggest venues. He has been an actor in major Chinese movies, written 5 books, been a member of the American Chamber of Commerce, produced and star...

Digital Literacy is now non-negotiable in our daily work. It’s no longer enough to be able to use Office tools and send an email. Employers are only hiring people who can constantly adapt to a suite of ever-changing mediums. Listen in as we highlight some of the tools you’ll need in your kit to thrive in the new digital normal whether you work in the US, China, England or anywhere. This is The Bri...

The hosts of The Bridge talk about… Chinchillas? Ever wondered which animals are the most well-loved companions across cultures and continents? Why don’t many Beijingers have big dogs? Listen in and learn about the pets inhabiting the homes of modern Chinese families. Can dogs cry tears of joy? Jason tries to convince Beibei to adopt a dog… Will it work? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

From Newcastle to Beijing, today’s guest has been there and back again. Tomas Fletcher discusses moving to the Republic of Georgia, China and visiting five continents. Alex and Jason grill him Xinjiang barbeque and the need for speed on the football pitch. Want to know why people make Beijing their home? Listen up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this recap clip of The Bridge, Jason and BeiBei shared their observation of the evolving beverage trend, and what is Duck Poop Tea? Would you like a cup? Check it out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We tell you how China’s import decisions affect you. From make-up to pizza chains and your bank account this is an episode you can’t miss. We explain how an expo in Shanghai might just shake up the global economy. From lipstick to coffee beans, and airplane parts we have packed this episode to the brim. Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New research from the Journal of Experimental Physiology says night owls are dropping like flies. The Bridge digs deep into the science of sleep so you don’t have to. From temperature to timing, tossing, and turning, we lay it on you. Join us for a journey into the third of your life you’ve been neglecting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some folks dream of travelling around the world. Today’s guest did it. From Michigan and the Great Lakes of the US to Japan and China, today’s guest has insights that will change your outlook. This humble globe-trotter now helps at risk youth from her hometown. How do the US and China stack up? Keara weighs the pros and cons of life in one of the biggest cities on earth against her modest town in...

While Jason giggles and talks about candy and parties in the US, Beibei warns him that the Gates of Hell will be opening up. Listen in to help ward off evil spirits and help your loved ones find their way. Also, we let you know how to send your ancestors cash in the afterlife. From candy to billions of dollars, we have everything you’ve ever wanted on Halloween. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

The latest list of the biggest cities in the world has dropped. The Bridge talks you through the best and worst of life in the big apples of the world. If you think life in the country is great, get a load of this. To see the colossal cityscapes of today’s world, listen in, like and leave a comment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Bridge is joined by special guest: Josh Lapidus is the founder of a payroll & benefits company based in the U.S.. He discusses his journey to China, bringing more than 30 people to a Chinese town for his wedding and working in China doing travel promotional work. He says living in Suzhou is like living in half of the heaven, why is that? Join us on The Bridge with Jason, BeiBei and Josh to...

The Bridge sits down with Matt of YouTube’s “JaYoe Nation.” Matt’s travels around the world have been followed by tens of millions of people. Matt discusses his tours of Japan, Mount Everest, touring Europe and the future of his world touring. How do you make instant friends with locals on the side of a mountain? Matt has got these stories and more. Join us for a discussion with an American who li...

Different people adapt to a new nation and a new culture in different ways. Do Chinese people also eat ‘American food?’ Can you stay Irish in India? Why are their so many expats who don't learn Chinese, Korean and Japanese while living in these places? Can someone adapt and remain an alien in a foreign land? Alex and Jason discuss the spectrum of culture diversity and conservation of one’s nationa...

Is it possible to change a stinky river with floating trash into a clean, posh and fancy place where people want to hang out? Have you heard of an APP to report pollution? From monitoring water quality to renewing wetlands, to water diversion super projects, we steer you through them all. Step on board and we’ll set sail, together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.