The issues, the cultural trends, the people who are Generation Zhongguo: GenZ in China, talking about what is important, what is new and how their generation are reshaping tradition, culture, the economy and society in a turbulent era.
Written and produced by students of the Masters of International Journalism program at Hong Kong Baptist University
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The issues, the cultural trends, the people who are Generation Zhongguo: GenZ in China, talking about what is important, what is new and how their generation are reshaping tradition, culture, the economy and society in a turbulent era.
Written and produced by students of the Masters of International Journalism program at Hong Kong Baptist University
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Young Chinese women turn to “virtual boyfriends” in romance games for emotional fulfillment, reflecting their evasion of real relationships and evolving attitudes toward love and marriage under social pressures.
Written and produced by: HOU Xuanyan; ZHANG Hui; KANG Xin
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This episode unpacking the societal pressures that drive Gen Z's pursuit of perfection and the consequences that follow.
Written, produced and presented by: Jin Tianyi, Zhang Yiwen and Ji Xun
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This podcast explores internet influencers' survival choices, covering traffic vs. creativity, industry changes, monetization, and creators' dilemmas and insights.
Written and produced by: FANG Zhengjie; JIEWU Boyan; ZHAO Yilin; ZHU Linjie
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Gen Z's "buddy social" is on the rise! From dining to hiking, targeted companionship fills life's gaps. We dive into street interviews, expert psychological insights, and a hiker's story to explore its charm, risks, and how to balance light companionship with deep bonds.
Written and produced by: Wu Meiyi, Liu Xinyue, Zhou Yutong, Huang Chongli
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Gen Z is reshaping romance: from dating apps to "one dates" in bars. They value clarity, efficiency, and living in the moment. Is this the new love pattern?
Written and produced by: Huang Cailong; Xin Yawen; Li Jiayi; Chen Yihe
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This podcast focuses on esports and Gen Z. Esports is growing fast, and many young people see it as more than just gaming—they treat it as a career, community, and even a lifestyle. It shows how Gen Z is shaping new cultures, breaking old sports traditions, and facing challenges.
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In China, you can now hire someone to bring your favorite anime character to life for a day. This is "cosplay commissioning," a new industry where fantasy meets transaction. But is this a utopian way to find comfort, or a dystopian commodification of human connection? Join hosts Aileen and Bella as they dive into the world of professional cosplay with Ruihan, a coser with over 100,000 followers. They unpack the physical sacrifices cosers make, the joy and anxiety of creating a new identity, and the complex reality of selling a dream. Is this fleeting happiness a form of self-deception, or a valid way to cope with modern life?
Written, produced and presented by: Aili Zhang and Mao Weining
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