Make America & China Laugh Again - Jesse Appell

Make America & China Laugh Again - Jesse Appell

Author: 21st Century China Center, Harris Doshay February 7, 2017 Duration: 34:30
Intercultural comedian Jesse Appell, founder of US-China Comedy Center in Beijing, talks about the fun and educational journey of learning what makes Chinese people laugh, and using comedy to bridge US-China cultural gaps. www.China Focus.us hosted Jesse's performance at UC San Diego on Feb. 6 as part of his “Great LOL of China” North American tour.

Produced from within the academic heart of the 21st Century China Center at UC San Diego, China 21 brings the rigor and depth of a premier think tank directly to your ears. Host Harris Doshay guides conversations that move beyond headlines, offering a grounded perspective on the forces shaping contemporary China. Each episode leans on expert voices-researchers, analysts, and scholars-who unpack the nuances of the country's political shifts, economic transformations, and social currents. You’ll hear discussions that connect domestic policies to their global repercussions, particularly in the complex arena of U.S.-China relations. This isn't about quick takes; it's about understanding the context behind the news, the cultural underpinnings of societal change, and the educational frameworks that inform China's future. The China 21 podcast serves as an auditory bridge, translating meticulous academic research into accessible and compelling narratives. It’s for anyone who feels that standard reporting only scratches the surface and seeks a more substantive, evidence-based exploration. By focusing on stories and insights often confined to policy papers or university seminars, this series provides a unique lens on one of the world's most consequential nations, making the intricate dynamics of its society and international stance clearer and more relatable.
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