China Views

Chinese culture experts insights: Exploring Chinese culture through experts’ perspectives

“The China Experts Roundups” is a regular series that delves into the multifaceted aspects of Chinese culture. The series covers a diverse range of topics, including the Chinese economy, lifestyle, design, architecture, contemporary arts, cinema, technology, history, and language. In each edition, experts are invited to share their perspectives and knowledge by answering thought-provoking questions. Their insights are then compiled and published on China-underground, providing readers with a comprehensive and insightful look into various facets of Chinese culture.

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Interview with Dr Linda M. Liau by Maki Hsieh

Dr. Linda M. Liau is a brain cancer vaccine pioneer, the first Asian woman chair of a neurosurgery program. We are delighted to share and … Read more

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Planet China Vol.13

Exclusive interviews with Nancy Kwan, Maki Hsieh, Afruz Amighi, Jas Charanjiva, Richard Pena, Hao Wu, Pixy Liao, Alpine Decline, Ed Shew A big thanks to … Read more

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Interview with Violinist, Pianist & Soprano Maki Hsieh

Maki Hsieh, also known as Maki Mae, is a classically-trained violinist, concert pianist, 14 language vocalist whose award-winning competition pieces have taken her on tour … Read more

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Interview with Actress & Producer Nancy Kwan

Born in Hong Kong and growing up in Kowloon Tong, Nancy Kwan Ka-shen is a Chinese-American actress, philanthropist, and former dancer who played a pivotal … Read more

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Interview with Artist & Activist Jas Charanjiva

Jas Charanjiva is an artist, activist, and entrepreneur Jas Charanjiva is a Mumbai-based street artist, who was raised in Northern California and was influenced by … Read more

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Interview with Installation Artist & Sculptor Afruz Amighi

Afruz Amighi is a NewYork based sculptor and installation artist. Afruz Amighi is a sculptor and installation artist whose work has been exhibited in the … Read more

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Witness to History, the memoir of a Jewish refugee in Shanghai during WWII. Interview with Jean Hoffmann Lewanda

‘Witness to History’ is the memoir of Paul Hoffmann, an 18-year-old Viennese man who arrived in Shanghai in 1938 to escape the barbarities of the … Read more

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Interview with Professor of Film Studies at Columbia University Richard Peña

Richard Peña is a Professor of Film Studies at Columbia University, where he specializes in film theory and international cinema. Read the full interview here

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Interview with Maybe Mars label manager Lolly Fan

Maybe Mars is an independent music label founded by economist Michael Pettis in Beijing. Since 2007, the label contributed to the consolidation of the indie … Read more

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Interview with Artist & Calligrapher Si Jie Loo

Si Jie Loo is inspired in capturing the essence of humanity with Chinese Ink. Si Jie Loo is a Malaysian-Chinese artist who lives and works … Read more

Interview with Set Designer Tina Fung

Tina Fung is a multidisciplinary artist and set designer. Tina Fung is a multidisciplinary artist and designer that shifted to set design, born and raised … Read more

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Interview with Artist Jingyi Wang

Jingyi Wang is a surrealist artist specializes in oil painting. Jingyi Wang is a visual artist, born and raised in China that currently works and … Read more

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Interview with Makeup Artist Mimi Choi

Mimi Choi is a professional makeup artist with a unique creative style Mimi was born in Macau and immigrated to Canada with her parents in … Read more

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Interview with Photographer Jessica Chou

Jessica Chou is a Taiwanese-American photographer located between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Jessica is a photographer, born in Taipei, Taiwan, raised in San Gabriel … Read more