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The Bridge to China
Our hosts, from the US and China, discuss what unites us. Using enlightening stories and brilliant guests from all walks of life, we join hands in laughter, building bridges across our cultural world. This is The Bridge to China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episodes
The Bridge takes a look back at 2021 31.12.2021 55:00
2021 gave us Meta and an updated space station. But for many the year was tough. We take a look at the year full of change and growing pains, and hope that 2022 will be a prosperous one. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's about time or time to intervene? The Boy Scouts' bankruptcy rages on 30.12.2021 55:00
Can this iconic institution be saved? The Bridge talks about this historic organization, its problems, and its future. Are there similar groups in other countries? We give you all the details. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Where are the coolest vacation spots on earth? 29.12.2021 55:00
From Paris to Dali this show highlights some of the world's best places to see. Wanna see China? Can it be done in just two weeks? Sanya of China and Thailand are must sees for people around the world. Are you brave enough to leave your comfort zone? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In business, communication is EVERYTHING... 28.12.2021 50:10
How can we be ready for success? Can the keys of communication unleash new potential at workplace? Alex and Jason discuss what it takes to market yourself in the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When will the store's shelves be full again? 27.12.2021 55:00
With ships waiting off the coast of San Diego, can America get its goods? When will things normalize? How do shelves around the world look? Come on a world tour with The Bridge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What to do and where to go at night in Beijing? 24.12.2021 55:00
From Sanlitun to Wukesong to Houhai Lake to the Hutongs, Alex and Jason review the most popular places to go on a Friday night in Beijing. This show also highlights a reel of options in cities like Wuhan and San Francisco. As the speed of what's trendy accelerates, The Bridge guides you to where you should start. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
Who's using Traditional Chinese Medicine today? 23.12.2021 55:00
Some athletes in the United States have been using Traditional Chinese Medicine treatment such as cupping. More than acupuncture and cupping, the hosts of The Bridge explore the ways you can boost your immune system. Are hospitals really too costly in America? We discuss the issues of the day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...
Is chic too chic? Trendsetting fashions today 22.12.2021 55:00
From the runways to the airways to every day, fashion is changing, always. From American second hand stores to your Friday night, we explore the clothes you wear. Luxury brands or grandma's needles? Where to go and who to wear in the US and China. In Shanghai, New York and San Francisco, what is fashionable amongst the fashionable? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Aca...
How do we fix the cost of a higher education? 21.12.2021 55:00
With student loans crippling entire generations, is there an alternative? Our hosts discuss the heights of higher education and its limits. What is the value of a good education? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What are the latest trends in commuting? 20.12.2021 55:00
When will high speed rail change your life? What other ways are there to get around in the world today? Jason and Alex discuss the latest tech changing peoples' lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
'Play or study?'-a wise decision to make 17.12.2021 55:00
To study or to play? Play of course! An easy decision to make for kids. But how to provide good educaiton while ensuring a happy childhood remains challenging for parents, schools and even policy makers in different countries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What makes retirement cool? 16.12.2021 55:00
The Bridge host Jason discusses what American retirees like to do, from binge-watching to taking off in an RV. Alex showcases the lifestyle of Chinese ‘Damas', or aunties, who enjoy dancing in public squares in the evenings in China. What kind of retirement life would satisfy people worldwide? What are some retirement choices for expats in countries like China? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
Yesteryears' traditions matter in the transition to adulthood? 15.12.2021 55:00
Different cultures mark the change from child to adult in unique ways. How do they come into play in our modern world? We look at several traditions and discuss the modern journey of growing up. Find out more with Jason and Alex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How honest is too honest? Could you adapt to a world where everyone told the truth? 14.12.2021 55:00
Little white lies, are they holding us back? Different cultures the world over value the truth differently. Transitioning between these places can be tricky. The Bridge shores up our similarities in a changing world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When is it cultural appropriation and when is it cultural appreciation? 13.12.2021 55:00
Is it okay to embrace the cultures of others? We talk through the perilous prospect of embracing another people’s traditions. The Bridge gives you some help in understanding the respect required to navigate our times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
To wok or not to wok: what's in your kitchen? 10.12.2021 55:00
We take a tour around the world and into your kitchen. From tumble driers to blenders, what appliances make the list in China and the US? Can we save money and possibly the world from our laundry room? Examine the possibilities with Jason and Alex. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
American trust in the CDC is at all time lows: how does this affect all of us? 09.12.2021 55:00
With the Center for Disease Control routinely changing its recommendations, a lot of Americans are turning a deaf ear. As America creeps up on one million deaths, is there a way out? The team at 'The Bridge' discuss this and how the rest of the world is doing at controlling the pandemic. Find out more with Jason and BeiBei. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How are the myths of the past relevant to the present? 09.12.2021 55:00
For Thousands of years people have been telling stories. Are the myths of the past still part of our world? The Bridge takes a deep dive into the stories around which our world was built. Are we still telling these same stories? And, are we now writing new ones? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Traditional culture and changing values: need they be at loggerheads? 08.12.2021 55:00
Every generation these days defines itself differently from the last. In a fast changing world are there room for traditional crafts, clothes, music and values. China has modernized faster than any nation in history. Is there a return to tradition? We ask. We answer. Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fun driving experiences in China and the U.S. 07.12.2021 55:00
We talk commuting in New York, LA, Beijing, and cruising highway. Are the roads more manageable with the transition to remote work? The Bridge also gives you insight into the largest annual migration of people on Earth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Can an American voice actor succeed in China? 06.12.2021 55:00
The Bridge interviews a professional voice actor in China. We talk being on the set, dubbing and more. You may be surprised to hear a familiar voice as our guest does the voices of some famous video games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Can you speak English in China? The answer may surprise you 03.12.2021 55:00
The Bridge takes you on a tour of talking. Do all Chinese people speak English today? In America, people increasingly learn another language. While French, Spanish, Russian are taking off in China, we explore who's talking and how they do it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What's in your cup: tea and coffee make a splash 02.12.2021 55:00
Coffee has transformed America. And today's coffee isn't your grandparents' cup of tea. Coffee is seeing growth in sales in China. The Bridge hosts disscuss how the culture of drinking caffeine is soaking in the green. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How is the future paved with global ideas? 01.12.2021 55:00
The ancient Silk Road brought the west tea, spices, silk, the iron plow and more. Today, the world is trading goods faster than ever. The Bridge takes a look at the foods, habits and tools China and the US are borrowing from each other. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
From America to Europe and Asia: we talk about cuisine and give you a taste 30.11.2021 55:00
The team at The Bridge go abroad for you and find the absolute best food around the world. From continental, national, and regional cuisine to your kitchen, we talk what’s cooking. Think you’ve tried Chinese food? Think again. Listen in and we’ll give your palate something to talk about. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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