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China is one of the 21st century’s most consequential nations, and it has never been more important to understand how the country is governed. Pekingology is the podcast that unpacks Chinese politics, the inner workings of the Communist Party, and how China's domestic and foreign policy will impact the world. Pekingology is hosted by Henrietta Levin, Senior Fellow with the Freeman Chair in China S... more

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In this episode of Pekingology, CSIS Senior Fellow Henrietta Levin is joined by Sabine Mokry, Postdoctoral Researcher with the Institute for Peace Research and Security Policy at the University of Hamburg and author of the new book Chinese Scholars a... more

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In this episode of Pekingology, CSIS Senior Fellow Henrietta Levin is joined by Paul Mariani, Professor at Santa Clara University and author of the new book, China’s Church Divided: Bishop Louis Jin and the Post-Mao Catholic Revival. Paul unpacks the... more

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In this episode of Pekingology, CSIS Senior Fellow Henrietta Levin is joined by Minxin Pei, author of the new book, "The Broken China Dream: How Reform Revived Totalitarianism." Minxin traces the evolution of China's political and economic system thr... more

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In this episode of Pekingology, CSIS Senior Fellow Henrietta Levin is joined by Philip O’Keefe, Professor of Practice at the University of New South Wales Centre of Excellence in Population Ageing Research and one of the world's leading experts on de... more

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Recent Guests

Sabine Mokry
Researcher with the Institute for Peace Research and Security Policy in Hamburg and author of the book, 'Chinese Scholars and Think Tanks' Construction of China's National Interest'
Institute for Peace Research and Security Policy
Episode: How Experts Shape Chinese Foreign Policy
Paul Mariani
Professor at Santa Clara University and author of 'China's Church Divided,' a book on the post-Mao Catholic revival in China.
Santa Clara University
Episode: China's Church Divided
Dr. Pip O'Keefe
Professor of Practice at the University of New South Wales, Center for Population Aging Research
University of New South Wales
Episode: China's Demographic Dilemma
Cobus van Staden
Managing editor with the China Global South Project and host of the China in Africa podcast.
China Global South Project
Episode: China's Africa Strategy
Ning Leng
Assistant Professor of Political Science at Georgetown University, Wilson Center China Fellow, and author of Politicizing Business.
Georgetown University
Episode: How Firms Serve the Party-State
Sarah Beran
Former senior official in the U.S. Foreign Service with extensive experience in U.S.-China relations.
Macro Advisory Partners
Episode: Behind the Scenes of U.S.-China Summitry
Dinny McMahon
Researcher and co-author of a report on China's economic transition
Trivium China
Episode: China's Economic Transition
Andrew Polk
Researcher and co-author of a report on China's economic transition
Trivium China
Episode: China's Economic Transition
Jon Zin
Michael H. Armacost Chair in Foreign Policy Studies at the Brookings Institution's China Center and former Director for China on the White House National Security Council
Brookings Institution
Episode: Who does Xi Jinping trust?

Host

Henrietta Levin
Senior Fellow with the Freeman Chair in China Studies and host. She is known for her expertise in Chinese politics and governance.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 371 ratings
  • Very informative podcast on Summit

    I thought that the recent episode with Sarah Beren was really excellent. Her explanation of the behind-the-scenes maneuverings to organize these summits was really well informed and illuminating.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sueju
    United States3 months ago
  • US Government Propaganda

    Absolutely a propaganda. Most people don’t know that CSIS receives substantial amounts of of money from Taiwan, so its position and view on China is very tainted and biased. This is not an independent think-tank but a government manipulated fake think-tank.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    txxa007
    United States6 months ago
  • Please fix your sound

    That’s it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    chevychase84
    Australia9 months ago
  • I lived in China 2016-21

    It’s amusing to hear your guest talk about Trump perceiving himself as a “king” when Xi is the lone dictator-king of China. And the “expansion” by the US is also amusing when China is expanding throughout the adjacent seas to the Mainland and beyond, as well as economically colonizing countries in Africa and Central and South America. Ask the Philippines, Japan and Vietnam how they feel about incursions by China into waters of those countries. Moreover, when I was in China it was common know tha... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amdyfyn
    United States9 months ago
  • US Gov’t Propaganda

    CSIS is funded by the US Government to provide anti-China propaganda.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jjleahy
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Criticism includes mentions of perceived bias due to the podcast's association with CSIS funding sources and issues with audio quality.
Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the discussions and the depth of analysis provided on Chinese politics.
Many find the expert guests to be high-quality and engaging, offering valuable insights into current events.
Overall, there is a strong appreciation for the educational value and relevance of the podcast's content.

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How Experts Shape Chinese Foreign Policy
Q: How do you assess whether you're looking at a scholar publish an idea that then gets integrated into policy, or whether you're looking at the party having reached out to a scholar?
Mokry explains her methodology of reviewing publicly available resources to trace the influence of expert ideas on policy changes, acknowledging that influence can be bidirectional.
How Experts Shape Chinese Foreign Policy
Q: How does all of that fit together?
Mokry discusses the differentiation between think tanks and scholars under Xi Jinping, noting that while think tanks are emphasized for their expertise, scholars have faced more ideological pressure in their work.
How Experts Shape Chinese Foreign Policy
Q: How does it operate in the foreign policy space and who are the key players?
Mokry highlights the role of the Politburo Standing Committee and the Central Foreign Affairs Commission chaired by Xi Jinping, emphasizing the centralization of authority and the integration of expertise from various sources.
How Experts Shape Chinese Foreign Policy
Q: So how did you get to the point where writing a book about the construction of China's national interest seemed like the obvious way to spend your time?
Mokry shares her journey starting with her choice to learn Mandarin and her desire to understand her experiences in China through an academic lens, leading to her specialization in China's foreign and security policy.
China's Church Divided
Q: How does the underground church view the state-recognized church?
The relationship is complex, with significant divisions and both communities sometimes having familial ties, but sharing deep ideological differences due to historical schisms between them.

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In-depth exploration of Chinese politics, the dynamics within the Communist Party, and the implications of China's policies on global affairs characterizes this podcast. Engaging conversations with experts delve into topics such as demographic changes, economic transitions, U.S.-China relations, and domestic governance, providing listeners with nuanced insights into one of the world's most influential nations. The format highlights interviews with scholars and policymakers, fostering a thorough understanding of contemporary issues faced by China.

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1. Sabine Mokry
2. Paul Mariani
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4. Cobus van Staden
5. Ning Leng
6. Sarah Beran
7. Dinny McMahon
8. Andrew Polk

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