The Bridge

US consumers pay for decorations, and tariffs at Christmas. But gifts aren’t sources at the North Pole; they are imported from Yiwu, China. Are Chinese enjoying a more affordable Christmas in 2025?

Author Kyle Ferrana joins us to discuss what the world can learn from China. From aquafarms to solar power and high-speed rail, China is a model of the future the world needs.

How is the Global South transforming the world? Analyst, Zoon Ahmed Khan joins us. We ask her about how the international system is experiencing a paradigm shift.

Two things are happening in China simultaneously, China is adding more electricity generating capacity, and China’s C02 emissions are gradually falling. How is China able to grow its energy grid and reduce its environmental impact? Find out more with BeiBei and Jason Smith.

Journalist SL Kanthan explains how the Global Governance Initiative give all nations a respected voice in writing the rules. And, why it’s in the interests of the USA to look to China’s peaceful rise as a model.

Americans under 65 are most worried about their mental and physical health as they approach their elder years, followed by finances. How can we age well in the USA? And what can we learn from China?

Independent journalist Danny Haiphong explains why DC is using small countries near China to provoke Asia into a regional conflict. We discuss how China’s peaceful rise can serve as a model of peaceful development.

According to Pew Research Center, 41 million US citizens are on SNAP, otherwise known as ‘food stamps'. How is it that one in eight people, in one of the wealthiest nations in the world, are unable to afford to eat without help?

Journalist Ben Norton joins the show. He explains China's economy, and how Beijing beat D.C. at its own game. And does China want to rule the world? Listen in and find out.

The G20 Summit is about to be held in Johannesburg, from November 22-23, 2025. Given the importance of these economies, what can the world expect in the coming summit, and what can they deliver.

Activist and researcher, Pawel Wargan joins The Bridge to China. He explains the details of how China’s democratic processes actually work. You need to hear this.

We interview social media influencer Daniel Dumbrill about his recent visit to the tallest bridge in the world. We ask him, why can't the west build like this anymore…

According to new research at Pew Research Center 74% of Americans feel negatively about the US economy, rating inflation as the number one reason. Primary reasons listed are high inflation, tariffs, cost of living, and wealth inequality.

Andy Boreham is a journalist, author and documentary film maker in Shanghai. His latest documentary series “Seven Days in Xizang” is shaking things up with fresh insights into the state of the Tibetan people. We also talk about the joy of debunking anti-China propaganda. Listen in.

According to a new Pew Research Center study, there is a near-universal confidence among U.S. adults in their ability to perform basic wound care (94%), yet the daunting task of repairing a car engine is something only 29% would attempt. It begs the question: how many people truly can?

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.

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.

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.

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?

Today's guest is Dr. Liang Yan, Professor of Economics at Willamette University. She discusses China's economy, US tariffs, and the future of Sino-US trade. This will shock you.

CEO and analyst Cyrus Janssen joins us to discuss his recent return to China. We discuss how fast China changes. Cyrus lays out his vision for how the US and China can work together to solve the issues our world faces.

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.

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.

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?

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.