The Bridge

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.

We are joined by Dr. Josef Mahoney, Professor of Politics and International Relations at East China Normal University. He explains China's political system. Does China have democracy? The answer will shock you.

Applying to a university can be complex. From scholarships to accommodations, this is far more involved when one transitions to another country. For years, Chinese students have studied abroad. Is the trend reversing? Are foreign students increasingly interested in studying in China? Why? And how can you do it?

We are joined by Dr. Jostein Hauge, assistant Professor at Cambridge University. We discuss the Chinese economic miracle. Can the end of poverty in China be translated to an end of global poverty? Listen in.

Chinese New Year is the biggest holiday in China, and lunar new year the biggest in Asia. Furthermore, The CMG New Year's Gala is the most watched TV show in the world. We discuss how you can celebrate at home. Alex Shi and Jason Smith share more.