June 5th is the World Environment Day, an annual event dedicated to raising global awareness and action for the protection of our environment. We all prefer a world where our lands flourish, ecosystems thrive, and communities prosper. This isn't just a dream, but our mission. Today, let's explore the significance of land restoration and the transformative efforts taking place around the globe, especially in China. On the show: Niu Honglin, Yushan & Steve Hatherly

Seasoned Chinese online shoppers have seen it all – the sales tactics, the marketing ploys. Yet, they consistently gravitate towards particular e-commerce platforms for different product categories. What is it that compels them to make these choices? With a big ecommerce marketing event on the horizon, how are e-commerce marketplaces innovating to create captivating shopping experiences that keep customers coming back for more? / University course transforms weight loss journeys (21:50). On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Yushun

Imagine drones zipping through neon-lit obstacle courses at tremendous speeds, pilots immersed in first-person view as if piloting Star Wars podracers. This adrenaline-fueled spectacle is drone racing, the future of motorsports rapidly gaining global fandom. Are you ready for this electrifying new frontier? On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Yushun

Some Chinese parents are talking about a more relaxed style of parenting. Do you think parents suffer from unnecessary anxieties these days? Should they also deserve a break if they need it. And will a call for more relaxed parenting bring about a change? / Motivational Monday (20:11)! On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Brandon Yates

Nearly 97% of minors in China have access to the internet and a significant proport use that access to play online games. This has led to many controversies, especially over the issue of gaming consumption for minors. On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Brandon Yates

Round Table's Happy Place! / Hangzhou city is buzzing with excitement, as it hosts the 20th China International Cartoon & Animation Festival! With exciting activities and a focus on talent development, this city in east China's Zhejiang Province is a hub of creativity. How has the Chinese animation industry grown, and what's next on the horizon (14:08)? On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Josh Cotterill

Heyang sits down with Mr. Martin Taylor, World Health Organization (WHO) Representative to China. They clear the air on the importance of tobacco control and delve into the impactful measures Chinese cities have implemented to reduce smoking rates and promote smoke-free environments.

Heart to Heart - please send your audio questions to [email protected]! / Have you noticed your colleague enjoying homemade lunches in the next cubicle recently? Whether you're a seasoned meal-prepper or a newbie to the lunchbox game, there's something undeniably satisfying about packing your own midday munchies. So, let's swap recipes, share hacks, and see if a new packed lunch trend flies (16:37)! On the show: Heyang, Yushan & Steve Hatherly

As loneliness becomes a growing concern in today's fast-paced society, artificial intelligence, or AI companions are emerging as a revolutionary solution. Thanks to significant improvements in large language models (LLMs), AI friends are more empathetic, engaging, and responsive than ever before. What drives people to seek companionship, sometimes even romance, from AI, and what do people gain and loose from these AI relationships? On the show: Heyang, Yushan & Steve Hatherly

If you live in China, you might have already noticed how everyone from your hairstylist to your tech support can be called a "teacher" nowadays! It's not just a quirky trend but has deep historical and social roots. Today, let's unravel the fascinating journey of the word "teacher," explore how it has morphed into a universal term of respect, and what this says about the Chinese society. / Let's bite into this delicious piece of TCM bread and see how traditional Chinese medicine can be mixed into modern baking (16:45). On the show: Niu Honglin, Ding Heng & Josh Cotterill

After visiting tourist destinations dazzling with neon lights and colorful lanterns, or after enjoying traditional and modern performances, or a run at the gym after work, a late-night snack is always welcomed! Maybe it's barbecue on roadsides, or hotpot restaurants that stay open throughout the entire evening, late-night food markets in China burst with tantalizing choices. Round Table invites you to join us for some nighttime dining experience in China. On the show: Niu Honglin, Ding Heng & Josh Cotterill

While some parents view smartwatches as a safer alternative to smartphones for kids, offering location tracking without the additional risks of full-fledged devices, there's a catch – these watches can become so addictive that children struggle to put them down, even during mealtimes or when it's time for bed. So let's talk about it: are smartwatches for kids a convenience or cause for concern? On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Gao Junya