
The Context
NewsChina explores the perspectives driving today’s China and its people with a deep dive into the histories that shaped them.
Podcasting since 2020 • 277 episodes
The Context
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Xiling Seal Art Society: Stamps on Culture
Today, we’re going to talk about the Xiling Seal Art Society. From clandestine meetings to smuggling priceless artifacts, China’s most exclusive and enigmatic academic society has carried on the spirit of seal art through wars and revolutio...
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18:23

Liulihe Excavations: Tracing the Birthplace of the Yan State
In the first installment of what will be a two-part feature, we’ll talk about the archaeological discoveries at the Liulihe site, which have unveiled the origins of the Western Zhou Yan capital, revealing its royal tombs, dual city walls, a...
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18:32

Four-Ram Square Zun: Masterpiece of Ancient Chinese Bronze Art
Today, we’ll continue to talk about the Four-Ram Square Zun from the Shang Dynasty, which stands as a masterpiece of ancient Chinese bronze art, showcasing unparalleled craftsmanship and embodying profound cultural and historical significan...
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Four-Ram Square Zun: War, Destruction, and Renewal
In the first installment of what will be a two-part feature, we’ll talk about the Four-Ram Square Zun, a masterpiece of Shang Dynasty bronze art, which has endured centuries of turmoil and restoration, symbolizing the nation’s ancient cultu...
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13:46

Potala Palace: Where History, Religion, and Architecture Converge
Today, we’ll talk about the Potala Palace, a 1,300-year-old architectural and cultural marvel that has served as the spiritual and political heart of Tibetan Buddhism, housing sacred relics, murals, and scriptures that embody the region’s r...
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