CHINA
Country Overview:
"A land of contrasts, where ancient traditions meet rapid modernization, and delectable cuisine coexists with complex political realities."
My seven-year journey in China, from May 2013 to August 2020, was a whirlwind of experiences. I taught English, pursued my Master's in Politics & Foreign Policy at the prestigious Tsinghua University, and immersed myself in the media landscape at China Today and Xinhua News Agency. Beijing was my home base, but my travels painted a vibrant tapestry of China's diverse landscapes and cultures: the bustling metropolis of Shanghai, the historic city of Xi'an, the tropical paradise of Sanya, the unique blend of East and West in Macau and Hong Kong, and countless other destinations in between. From savoring the exquisite flavors of regional cuisines to navigating the intricacies of daily life under a distinct political system, China left an indelible mark on me.
Voice recording work for Baidu
“Start stop recording protocol burst mode.” Are you sure that’s what you want me to record? “Just say it”. I also couldn’t hear her from the recording booth, so she kept typing different ways for me to read the lines into the computer. “Slow, fast, you just woke up, you just finished running, you’re in a car…” So I look back at her with the response that most people would give “I’m in a car? Why would that affect how I speak?” To which she responded, “Just say it like you’re in a car”. Thanks for clarifying
Peking University Campus in Beijing, China
Tried to go to Summer Palace today and quickly realized that sightseeing during a Chinese holiday is a horrible idea (we get a week holiday for Chinese National Day). Thousands of Chinese tourist lined the streets and bike lanes were blocked with transport busses. So I noped right out of there and checked out Peking University campus, often referred to as Tsinghua’s rival. I’ve come to realize that trying to get a clear shot of anything in China is going to have random Chinese people in it. One of the many unwritten laws of living in Beijing.
China Wants You To Believe President Xi Is Handsome, Cute And The Perfect Husband
Did an interview the other day for a propaganda piece about Xi. I probably spoke for 15 minutes about my views on Xi, the government, and his foreign policies and all they used was the out of context word “Seattle”. Glad I could be a cog in the CCP machine!
Congratulations to Bighouse and his wife on their wedding day! Much love to everyone that attended and wished I could have been there
Australian ambassador to China, H.E. Ms. Adamson speaks about Australia being a strong middle power in today’s world
One of the smartest ladies I’ve ever heard talk.
Brawl on the Wall
9 fights, one professional Chinese fight, and the rest were foreigners working in Beijing. My buddy won tickets and gave me one. Such a fun night and nice to wear a tuxedo. I could get used to black tie events.