The Bridge

Joining us today is Carlos Garrido, a Cuban-American philosophy professor, author, and Director of the Midwestern Marx Institute. He discusses the lessons the Communist Party of China can teach us in the West.

Today we’re joined by Andre Longginou, an Australian expat and popular vlogger who has lived in China for years and shares the real, everyday China through his honest videos. From public services to vibrant cities, Andre brings genuine, on-the-ground perspectives.

We interview Ryan Milton, a business researcher, who recently went on an insightful two-week trip across China, visiting Shanghai, Beijing, Chongqing, Yichang, and Guangzhou. Ryan brings fresh, firsthand perspectives on what he saw and experienced.

We interview geopolitical analyst Xiangyu from Taiwan. He discusses how Westerners commenting on Taiwan almost always get it wrong. We ask him about the history of the island, and the relationships that makes the issue so complex.

We interview an American social media influencer Angelica Oung in Taipei. She discusses the desire for a reconciliation with Beijing. She outlines how people on both sides of the Strait are Chinese, and outlines how her sentiments are shared by others on the island.

We interview Hong Konger Maurice Tsui. He discusses his life in Hong Kong under British rule, and the city today. We ask him about Taiwan, One China, and the future of the Chinese family.

We interview Canadian author and journalist Arnold August, about his trip to Lhasa. We discuss the Tibetan language, culture, and identity from the perspective of two Western journalists who visit the region. What’s the truth about Tibetan? Listen in.

While traditional diplomacy often comes with demands and conditions, China is taking a different road. No political strings attached. No patronizing of smaller nations. Just infrastructure, respect, and results. Jason and Beibei explore why this approach is winning over countries — and why so many are now turning toward Beijing.

Nury Vittachi — veteran journalist, author, founder of the Asian Review of Books, and former assistant editor at the South China Morning Post and Far Eastern Economic Review — challenges Western narratives on Hong Kong and Taiwan, shares his expectations on Trump's visit and explains how a multipolar world is quietly emerging through trade and infrastructure.

We sit down with economist Dr. Warwick Powell to explore the rise of geopolitical "monsters." What dangers await as the new multipolar world takes shape? And why are nations increasingly cooperating to manage the decline of the U.S. dollar?

From stand-up comedy in Chinese and English to jazz, art installations, expos, cosplay conventions, symphony, and more—on any given night in Beijing, there’s so much happening that you could never even know it all. We ask Chinese comedian Alex Shi: what really goes on after dark in Beijing?

We interview Christy Franklin, a Wyoming-based CODEPINK activist and advocate of the 'China Is Not Our Enemy' campaign. She explains how ordinary Americans are bypassing legacy media to learn about China through social media—and how that grassroots connection is quietly building peace between the two countries.

The world is rediscovering China. Jerry Grey is a former British police officer living in China. Jerry is also a youtuber and podcaster. He juxtaposes common sense, on the ground observations, with the claims about China made by Legacy media. What ensues is sometimes comical, but always insightful.

We interview London’s famed economist, John Ross. He explains how China’s economy really works. We discuss global development, China’s poverty alleviation and so much more.

We interview author Hussein Askary about how we can literally build a better future for all humanity. He discusses a vision of a unified Africa, and land bridges between Asia and the Americas. He even has a plan to fund it. Listen to this!

We interview CODEPINK’s cofounder, Jodie Evans. She discusses the US war on the Iranian people, the US embargo on the Cuban people, while China advocates for peace. Listen in.

We interview CEO, David J. Carlson, whose job is connecting clients in the West with those in Asia. He discussed how to get a business into China, geopolitics, and what a Trump visit to Beijing might look like. Listen in.

This episode outlines China's five core reasons for the rapid pace of expanding green tech. Yes, the environment plays a role, but so too does freedom from Big Oil and Western interference. This episode has got it all. Find out more with Jason Smith and BeiBei.

Trump’s visit to Beijing has been postponed — with no new date set yet. But when it does happen, China welcomes respectful cooperation. We sit down with geopolitical analyst Cyrus Janssen. What does China stand to gain from Trump's eventual arrival? And can a deal be struck for stable peace and mutual benefit?

We interview Mario Cavolo, and American living in China. We discuss returns to the USA, the future of US-China business ties, and the possibility of a détente. Join us for the journey.

Is there a magic cure for losing weight? And if there was would you take it? We discuss the trends in weight loss drugs in the USA and China. Is it safe? Who should take it? And what are the dangers? Listen in with Alex Shi and Jason Smith.

We are joined by Dr. Yan Liang, Professor of Economics at Willamette University. She explains how China’s economy really works, and where it's headed next.

We interview Carlos Martinez, author of “The East is Still Red.” He discusses China's democratic system, US-China relations, and how you can help support continued peace. Help us change the world, by listening in.

We interview journalist Ben Norton. We discuss democracy, the truth about China, and the future of its economy. How do the people of China direct their government? The answer will absolutely surprise you. Listen in.

According to a new poll by Pew research a majority of US citizens think it is important that the U.S. is a world leader in science, but there are growing concerns that the US is slipping behind. Notably, Nature.com ranked China as the number one research country in the world in 2025.