China’s Belt and Road Initiative has and continues to grow global trade in ways that are bringing prosperity to every corner of the world. Even so, China often sends humanitarian aid to disaster zones before its global peers. From digging wells to building bridges, The Bridge brings you to the front lines of China’s global prosperity campaign. Find out more with Jason and BeiBei. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 20, 2022•55 min•Ep. 76
Don’t listen while hungry – today’s show is all about food. Jesse Appell and Tom Xia discuss Chinese food and its role in sharing Chinese culture around the world, and at the nature of internet chefs being some of the most effective cultural bridges left in the US-China exchange. See if your favorite food channel gets a mention! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 19, 2022•55 min•Ep. 75
The Bridge takes the long view at fatherhood. Our hosts see the emergence of a new type of father in the US, China and around the world. Are more men willing to take care of the kids and more women are making higher salary? Find out more with Jason and Alex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 18, 2022•55 min•Ep. 74
Grab the mic! Jesse shares stories of his 10+ years in the Chinese standup comedy scene, how it grew and evolved, and where the future of comedy is heading. Tom and Jesse discuss their roles as Chinese TV show writers and how to make people laugh in another country. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 15, 2022•55 min•Ep. 73
Yes, yes, the world is kind of still enduring the pandemic, but that doesn't stop us from sharing travel stories! Jesse and Tom share stories of their favorite places in China and America to visit, what made them so good, and each culture's evolving view on where and why to travel. Also, what the internet is doing to our ideas of travel, and is it really getting away from it all if you're documenting the whole trip on stories? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 13, 2022•55 min•Ep. 72
Lights, Camera, Action! This episode, Jesse talks to co-host Tom Xia about his experience directing films in China, why he was inspired to start making movies as a Chinese-American growing up in LA, and the nature of the film industry in both China and the US. He once filmed a documtary 'Christmas Without China' to see whether an American family could make it through a Christmas without using anything made in China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 12, 2022•55 min•Ep. 71
Jesse Appell is the guest host of The Bridge. Jesse is an American comedian who spent nine years performing stand-up comedy in Chinese and enjoys a large fan base in China. In this special episode, Jesse interviews students from the Chinese Students Association of University of Southern California, and finds some kindred spirits whose experiences of studying abroad in America mirror her own of studying in China. What is the biggest challenge for Chinese living in America nowadays? And how does l...
Apr 07, 2022•55 min•Ep. 70
Eviction Moratoriums are ending soon in waves across many states in the U.S.. Real estate is being bought up by Wall Street. How can you stay ahead in the new game? We discuss trends in renting and buying a home in The US and abroad. You need to tune in to this episode of The Bridge with Jason and Alex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 28, 2022•55 min•Ep. 68
As people approach their twilight years, often there is some fear of growing older. The Bridge looks at the issue of aging throughout our lives, what it means, and how different cultures around the world see themselves and each other at different times in their lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 23, 2022•55 min•Ep. 67
The Bridge asks a pair of professional director-producers about what it takes to make a movie in today’s market. We discuss the growing genre of science fiction in China, shooting in extreme weather, and what it is like working in the fast pace business of visual media. Linq Yim, originally from Hong Kong, who studied in New York and now lives in Beijing. He won the ‘Sky Award’ at the Pingyao Film Festival. Sheena Tang is a movie producer, and she’s won awards at the Beijing International Film F...
Mar 22, 2022•55 min•Ep. 66
We are collectively making enough fashion trash that it simply cannot be given away and re-used. Even donations are simply going into landfills. The Bridge looks at the figures and helps you figure out how to avoid contributing to the biggest new trend in destroying our earth. Tune in with Jason and Alex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 18, 2022•55 min•Ep. 65
With the pandemic, a lot of people have been putting off health checkups, especially for cancer and age related disease. We are getting to the point where going to the hospital is more realistic again. We discuss what kinds of screenings we need and the differing natures of hospitals around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 17, 2022•55 min•Ep. 64
Many economists are warning of inflation, low wages, and near term interest rate increases. Will this mean the end of the US middle class? How can we survive an era of increasing inequality? The Bridge takes a deep dive with Jason and BeiBei. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 16, 2022•55 min•Ep. 63
Global chains and amenities have popped up the world over. From soda, to pop stars to soda pop, the world’s cities are saturated with the branding of big business. Can traditional culture survive the constant influence of global brands? Listen in and decide with Jason and Alex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 15, 2022•55 min•Ep. 62
Recent incidents in New York, London, Los Angeles and San Francisco are terrifying the Asian community. From assaults to murders, a very dangerous racist vein in the west is swelling up. We take you through the tough talk necessary to examine the source of this heinous violence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 14, 2022•55 min•Ep. 61
We take you on a tour around the world to look at some of the trends in the pursuit of happiness. What do people in Europe, America, China and elsewhere do to create joy? Join Jason and BeiBei to find out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 10, 2022•55 min•Ep. 60
The Bridge takes a deep dive into the complexity of ethnic and cultural harmony around the world. Find out more with Jason and Alex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 09, 2022•55 min•Ep. 59
For America, the fight for gender equality dates back at least a century. China’s story is somewhat different. In China and the U.S., women make up more than half of all university students. Women in China are taking higher positions in the companies. The Bridge explores why. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 08, 2022•55 min•Ep. 58
We discuss what it takes to raise a child to be an athlete. How can we influence a child’s interests? Jason, Beibei, and Maurice discuss the different points of view in the debate over how to raise kids. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 04, 2022•55 min•Ep. 57
From gyms with no employees to digital mirrors that count calories and give feedback, technology is changing the way you change your body. Losing the pandemic pounds is going to be a challenge. Jason and BeiBei explicate the newest fads from around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 03, 2022•55 min•Ep. 56
The Bridge takes a listen to the most relevant trends in free time around the world? Are Chinese people playing the same games as you? Americans might share more in common with the rest of the world after all. Take a listen with Jason and Alex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 02, 2022•55 min•Ep. 55
The Bridge discusses the highlights of the Olympics from an international point of view. The most watched Olympics included robots, reused venues, and unexpected delights. We take you on a deep dive into aspects of this event which will surprise you. Find out more with Jason and Alex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 22, 2022•55 min•Ep. 54
Have you got your Bing Dwen Dwen? Yes, the adorable Winter Olympic mascot panda! Well, it’s sold out now in China. But no worries, factories are speeding up to make more. Why is Bing Dwen Dwen so popular? Follow Jason and Alex on The Bridge to take a look. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 07, 2022•55 min•Ep. 53
How challenging is it to stage a Chinese New Year's Gala during Covid in the U.S.? On this special episode of The Bridge, guest host and stand-up comedian Jesse Appell interviews the director and producer of University of Southern California’s 2022 Year of the Tiger Chinese New Years Gala. Jesse Appell is an American comedian who can perform stand-up comedy in Chinese and enjoys a large fan base in China. He also provides his opinion on the gap between Chinese and US humor. Hosted on Acast. See ...
Feb 01, 2022•55 min•Ep. 52
Chinese New Year represents the largest annual migration of people in the world. Where are they going? From San Francisco to London to New York, we look at the biggest Chinese festival on earth. Wanna see it for yourself? Join a billion and a half people watching the Chinese New Year Gala, live. And of course with Jason and Alex! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 31, 2022•55 min•Ep. 51
Beijing will be the first ‘Double Olympic City.’ In 2008 the Summer Olympic Games in Beijing rocked the world. As Beijing hosts the 2022 Winter Olympics, hundreds of millions of people have taken up winter sports to celebrate. From the Closed Loop system that will keep the athletes safe to the venues that will redefine the sport, find out more on The Bridge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 04, 2022•55 min•Ep. 50
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.
Dec 31, 2021•55 min•Ep. 49
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.
Dec 30, 2021•55 min•Ep. 48
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.
Dec 29, 2021•55 min•Ep. 47
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.
Dec 28, 2021•50 min•Ep. 46
