Powder in Xinjiang’s far away Tian Shan Mountains is deep enough to entice skiers to fly the length of the nation to take turns. Our Host, Kyle Obermann, shares about skiing in China.

When TikTok became inaccessible in the U.S., millions flocked to Xiaohongshu (RedNote), resulting in a 200% download increase. This shift enabled cross-cultural engagement, allowing Americans and Chinese users to share insights about daily life and demonstrating the power of human connection.

The Humble Administrator’s Garden in Suzhou was inspiration for the award-winning Indian poet, Vikram Seth, and English composer Alec Roth. Tasmin Little shares the story.