The Bridge

Are Americans weird? How does the rest of the world see the US? We discuss aspects of American and Chinese culture through a foreigner’s lens, and ask “Is this weird to people abroad and why?”

Dr. Jeffrey Sachs joins us to discuss China's model of poverty alleviation. How can it inform Africa's journey to modernity? And how can the US work with China to build a better shared future for everyone?

For many Americans these days, buying back to school supplies might mean skipping meals. We discuss inflation and how to budget for the fall rush. Find out more with BeiBei and Jason.

We interview Astrid Haas, a sustainability expert, about the future of Africa. In Beijing, leaders from all over Africa set out to plot a path with China towards increased development. What will that future look like?

Chinese are super-savers but when travelling they tend to spend a lot of that. Alex Shi, a young Chinese lady explains where and why Chinese spenders are willing to let go of their cash.

We invite a research coordinator from PAX Sapiens to discuss strategies for deepening understanding between the US and China, and what’s at stake.

Hot on the tail of cooling inflation comes the cost of staying cool. We look at the tragedies that have struck people across the US this summer and the very high price of energy at a time when it literally saves lives.

We discuss how China has become the global leader in green energy technology. And how China is leading the world into a greener, renewable future. If you want the facts, this is the place.