

The Bridge to China
Acorn Studio
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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Jan 6, 2025 • 55min
What’s ‘Middle Class’ in the US and China?
According to Pew Research, Most Americans Feel Good about their Job Security but not their Pay, we take a look from at American Finances from China. Are Chinese workers really better off? We dig deep into the truth on the ground. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 31, 2024 • 55min
What is it like for American start-ups in China?
Today’s guest is Pat Yiu, an entrepreneur, Head of Strategy Nouns Esports & Nouns Agency, who’s served as COO of Valts, Co-Founder and CEO of Hexing Esports Technologies Ltd., and more. We ask him about being an entrepreneur and the business landscape in China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 30, 2024 • 51min
China and the USA: 2024 in Review
From SpaceX Chopsticks to celebrity deaths and everything in between, we take a look back at 2024 from Beijing to Boston. Listen in, we have a treat for you at the end. Find out more with Jason and Alex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 24, 2024 • 55min
Yes, Santa Visits China
We invite American Professor Frank Stonier on to discuss his life in China and how he celebrates Christmas from the other side of the world. Frank lives in Chongqing, a cyberpunk-style city in Southwest China. We talk about the holiday spirit and the forth coming Chinese Spring Festival! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 23, 2024 • 55min
The electric vehicle debate between China and the U.S.
Explore the dynamic world of electric vehicles as China overtakes the U.S. in adoption and innovation. Uncover how Tesla's influence shapes consumer attitudes and environmental consciousness. Dive into the cultural shifts affecting EV ownership and infrastructure. Analyze the stark contrasts in pricing strategies and technological advancements between American and Chinese manufacturers. Discover the implications for the future of transportation, from personal ownership to autonomous fleets.

Dec 17, 2024 • 54min
Macao’s Return to China
We discuss the 25th anniversary of Macao’s return to China. Dr Warwick Powell describes his boyhood in the former Portuguese colony, its modernization process, and economic development after its return to China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 15, 2024 • 52min
What's the difference between Chinese and American homes?
What’s it take to buy a home? And what habits define home life in China and the United States? From drying your clothes to who washes the dishes we discuss what makes our cultures unique and not so dissimilar. Find out more with Jason Smith and BeiBei. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 11, 2024 • 57min
Science, business and China
We interview professor Steven Hsu, a theoretical physicist, engineer, and entrepreneur from Michigan State University. We discuss the US-China business landscape, the opportunities for scientific collaboration, AI, Genomics and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 8, 2024 • 55min
Is “Polywork” just a nightmare of excess work?
Polywork, or working more than one job is on the rise. Is this the path to more meaning in our work lives? Or is this just a fancy label for exploitation of the work-force? We discuss the trends in the US and China. Find out more with Alex Shi and Jason Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 3, 2024 • 51min
What was China like more than 40 years ago?
We're joined by Roberta Lipson, Chairman of the American Chamber of Commerce in China. We ask her about her 40+ years in China and founding United Family Healthcare. She explains how we can deepen the US-China friendship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


