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Kou Aizhe – pioneer of the podcast scene in China

The podcast Gushi FM offers insights into Chinese society through personal stories. Its founder, Kou Aizhe, aims to provide people with the opportunity to share their experiences dealing with contemporary challenges, away from controlled reporting.

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Katja Schmidt-Wistoff – dedication to literature

Over the past years, the library at the German Embassy School in Beijing has significantly expanded, thanks to the efforts of Katja Schmidt-Wistoff. Leading the library for 13 years, she has even organized readings with Martin Walser and Dieter Nuhr.

By Redaktion Table

Juan Xu – going bald for feminism

The curator and art critic Juan Xu aims to present a new image of women. For this, she shaves her head bald. She now lives in Germany, mainly due to the actions of the Chinese authorities.

By Redaktion Table