Silk and Steel

TP Huang discusses China's AI advancements with Carl Zha, and asserts that China's AI models shake the AI industry and global financial markets.

Carl Zha and JJ explore the political intrigue at the Qin imperial court, where the man who helped build the Qin dynasty, Prime Minister Li Si, was destroyed by the very system he created.

Jason Smith and Carl Zha explore the extraordinary story of China's transformation over the last hundred years—from the Japanese occupation and Chinese Civil War to Mao-era nation building, Deng Xiaoping's reforms, and the modern economic miracle.

In this episode of the Silk and Steel Chinese History Series, host Carl Zha and perpetual guest JJ continue their deep dive into the collapse of the Qin Dynasty and the chaotic rebellion period that gave birth to the Han Dynasty.

Carl Zha analyzes the fragile ceasefire framework between the United States and Iran, Israel's continued military operations in southern Lebanon, and why the Strait of Hormuz has become one of the world's most important geopolitical pressure points.

In this episode, Carl Zha janalyses the newly announced Iran memorandum and what it could mean for the United States, China, the Middle East, and the global economy.

Carl Zha and Daniel Dumbrill examine how recent U.S. policies may now accelerate China's technological rise rather than slow it down.

Carl Zha welcomes back Dr. Warwick Powell to examine the latest developments that surround the reported U.S.–Iran memorandum of understanding, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and what it could mean for global energy markets, regional security, and the future of the Middle East.

Carl Zha and Daniel Dumbrill react to a series of articles from The Atlantic, The Economist, Reuters, and prominent China commentators that claim China's manufacturing boom, AI development, industrial policy, and technological rise are dangerous for the world.

In this Chinese history series, Carl Zha and JJ Song examine the man who would ultimately be founder of the Han Dynasty: Liu Bang.

Carl Zha joins Rasheed Muhammad to examine the growing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel, while exploring the larger geopolitical struggle between Washington, Beijing, and the emerging multipolar world.

Carl Zha and Daniell Dumbrill have a conversation that ranges from Xinjiang and Western media narratives to Chinese EVs, AI data centres, U.S.-China competition, Japan, and travel.

Carl Zha and TP Huang have a discussion on artificial intelligence, semiconductors, Huawei's latest breakthroughs, robotics, space technology, energy systems, and the future of global innovation.

Carl Zha welcomes back Dr. Warwick Powell – expert on international geopolitics and China – to break down the current global crisis.

Carl Zha sits down with returning guest Einar Tangen to unpack confusing and often contradictory signals coming from Washington.

Carl Zha and Daniel Dumbril react to viral tweets, debunk propaganda, and laugh at the most unhinged anti-China content on the internet.

Daniel Dumbrill and Carl Zha return for another episode to react to the latest China headlines, Western media narratives, geopolitics, AI propaganda, and an increased disconnect between what people are told about China versus what they experience themselves.

In this explosive episode of Silk and Steel Podcast, David hosts historian and geopolitical analyst Carl Zha for a sweeping conversation on the rapidly changing global order.

Geopolitical analyst and historian Carl Zha joins the show for a major discussion on the rapidly shifting global order.

Carl Zha welcomes back Dr. Warwick Powell for an analysis of the geopolitical landscape as Trump, Putin, and other global leaders converge on Beijing.

Carl Zha joins Sulaiman Ahmed's show to break down the escalating global power struggle between the United States, China, and Iran.

Trump arrives in Beijing with America’s biggest CEOs in tow — but what does China actually want from the United States now?

Kevork Almassian speaks with geopolitical commentator Carl Zha about the deeper forces driving the Iran crisis, U.S.-China tensions, and the emergent multipolar world order.

Dr. Warwick Powell to break down the rapidly escalating tensions that involve the United States, China, Iran, and Russia.

Carl Zha sits with Jamarl Thomas to discuss how China openly defies United States sanctions for the first time.

The Iran war, the US strategy to choke off China's energy, and why the empire looks increasingly like a paper tiger.

In this episode of The Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha is joined by Han Fei-Zi (aka Blue Bear Monkey, formerly Doggy) – a prolific writer for Asia Times – for a deep dive into the real size of China's economy, the structural flaws in Western economic thinking, and why the US is living in a delusion that could lead to catastrophic decisions.

In this wide-ranging episode of The Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha is joined once again by Einar Tangen (Senior Fellow at CIGI) to dissect the latest "assassination attempt" on Donald Trump, the coordinated MAGA influencer machine, and the deeper forces that have captured American democracy.

In this hard-hitting geopolitical breakdown, Jamar sits down with Carl Zha (host of Silk & Steel) to dissect the real-world fallout from the US war of aggression against Iran.

Carl Zha welcomes back Dr. Warwick Powell from Australia. Dr. Powell shares firsthand reflections from his 3.5-week trip across China—from tier-one megacities to emerging tier-three hubs.

In this episode of "Liberty and Health," Kyle welcomes back Carl Zha to discuss significant political developments in Taiwan and their implications for global politics. The conversation delves into the recent meeting between Chang Li-Wun, the chairwoman of the Kuomintang (KMT), and Xi Jinping, as well as the electoral landscape in Taiwan.

Classical economics, the Lucas paradox, China's development model, and how the West misunderstands China's economic rise.

Carl Zha discusses the seismic geopolitical shifts following the recent conflict in West Asia

Carl Zha and guest Xiang Yu discuss the significance of KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wun’s historic mainland China visit.

Carl Zha and Arnaud Bertrand dissect astonishing developments in the Iran war.

From a high-speed train in China, Dr. Warwick Powell dissects the fragile Iran ceasefire, Israel's sabotage, and the catastrophic global consequences of the war.

In this episode of The Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha breaks down the most significant diplomatic development since the Iran war began: the joint China-Pakistan peace proposal.

In this urgent episode of The Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha is joined once again by Einar Tangen (Senior Fellow at CIGI) to dissect the catastrophic Iran war that is now spinning completely out of control.

Angelica Oung and Carl Zha unpack the rapid escalation of geopolitical crises.

Carl Zha joins Ali Mirza for a deep dive into the catastrophic Iran war.

In this explosive episode, Carl Zha joins Rasheed for a no-holds-barred analysis of the catastrophic Iran war that has exposed the hollow core of American military power.

In this fascinating episode of The Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha is joined by Ting Xin (co-host of Escape from Plan A) to dissect one of the most puzzling economic puzzles of the Iran war.

In this urgent episode of The Silk and Steel Podcast, Carl Zha is joined once again by Professor Warwick Powell from Australia to dissect the astonishing developments in Trump's catastrophic Iran war.

Carl Zha and Arnaud Bertrand discuss how Europe has chosen not to fall in line with America's war on Iran.

In this urgent episode of The Silk and Steel Podcast, Carlos is joined by returning guest Dr. Warwick Powell (Australia) to dissect the catastrophic first weeks of the Trump administration's war against Iran. What was supposed to be a "wham-bam, thank you ma'am" decapitation strike has spiraled into a nightmare that is exposing the hollow core of American military power and the unraveling of the US empire.

Carl Zha and Dr. Warwick Powell dive deep into the latest developments signaling the decline of US global primacy—from the Supreme Court striking down Trump's tariff regime to the unraveling of American credibility on the world stage. They also explore China's long-term strategic planning, the AI race, and why the rest of the world is quietly de-risking from the United States.

In this episode of the Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Tsar reunites with old friend and longtime China resident, Jerry, to discuss UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's recent visit to China.

Carl Zha and Dr Warwick Powell unpack a turbulent fortnight in global affairs.

The first month of 2026 has seen a geopolitical earthquake. In this urgent analysis, Dr. Warwick Powell returns to decode the stunning realignments triggered by Trump’s second term.

In this episode of the Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha is joined once again by French entrepreneur and longtime China resident, Arnaud Bertrand. They dissect the stunning geopolitical statements made at the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos and analyze the accelerating global shift towards a multipolar world order.

At Davos, Canadian Prime Minister Scott Carney delivered a historic, scathing indictment of the "rules-based international order," calling it a lie that benefited the West at the expense of the world. Alongside Macron's calls for more Chinese investment in Europe, the message is clear: traditional allies are questioning their future with an increasingly unpredictable and aggressive United States under Donald Trump.

In this urgent episode of the Silk and Steel podcast, host Carl Zha is joined by Fernando Munoz, a Colombian entrepreneur and political commentator based in China.

Carl Zha returns for another Kung Fu Yoga episode with Justin Podur!

Diego Sequeira provides insight about the aftermath and realities of Venezuelan politics and governance after the US snatched Nicolás Maduro.

Carl Zha invites Warwick Powell onto his Silk and Steel podcast to discuss United States policy with regard to Venezuela, Iran, and Greenland.

A discussion on the recent geopolitical tensions that surround Taiwan.

Einar Tangen and Carl Zha discuss recent US operations in Venezuela and what it means for US/China relations and global stability.

In this episode of the Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha welcomes back Professor Warwick Powell, Adjunct Professor at Queensland University of Technology and Senior Fellow at Taihe Institute in Beijing.

The current state of the AI tech race and the politics that surround it are discussed by Carl Zha and his guest, TP Huang.

Diego Sequeira, a Venezuelan journalist based in Caracas, joins host Carl Czar to discuss daily life under the threat of US intervention.

Arnaud Bertrand dissects French President Emmanuel Macron's recent visit to China.

Dana "Showtyme" Burton questions whether Malcom X was assassinated by the CIA

Jason Smith, radio host and American Expat, joins Carl Zha to provide a ground-level view of life in China.

Carl Zha sits down with Einar Tangen, an American lawyer, entrepreneur, and media commentator based in Beijing for over 20 years. They dissect the dramatic shift in US-China relations—from the optimistic era of "Chimerica" to today's acrimonious trade wars and strategic competition.

Carl Zha and Ben Norton, a geopolitical analyst, dissect the shifting strategies of the US empire with a focus on policies toward China and conflict with Venezuela.

Carl Zha is joined by Professor Warwick Powell to dissect the high-stakes phone call between Presidents Xi and Trump.

In this episode of the Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha is joined by entrepreneur and writer Arnaud Bertrand for a critical examination of Europe's geopolitical position.

What is daily life in China really like? In this special episode, Carl Zha is given a personal, ground-level tour of Shanghai by the "Godfather of Chinese Hip Hop," Dana "Showtyme" Burton.

In this episode of the Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha is joined by guest Xiang Yu, a Taiwan-based commentator, to dissect the shifting political landscape and public sentiment on the island. We dive deep into whether high-profile political "flips" by influencers and reporters signal a broader, grassroots change in how Taiwanese people view cross-strait relations, reunification, and the future.

In this powerful episode, we continue our conversation with Dana "Detroit Showtyme" Burton, the man known as the Godfather of Chinese Hip-Hop.

In this Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha sits down with Angelica Ong, a pro-nuclear activist and political commentator based in Taiwan. They discuss her dramatic political shift as well as her pragmatic analysis of Taiwan's energy crisis and precarious geopolitical position between the US and China.

Diego Sequera, A Venezuelan journalist, discusses US aggression against Venezuela, "Narco-Terrorism" accusations, and political influence and gamesmanship in the region.

Carl Zha speaks with Danny "Showtime," an African American who has spent over 26 years in Shanghai and worked in its music industry.

We dive deep into why China is pulling ahead in the global AI race, the shocking reality of America's hardware disadvantage, and how Chinese models like DeepSeek, Qwen, and Kimi are setting the new global standard.

Jerry Grey shares his first-hand account of bicycling through western China's vast, beautiful, and sometimes harsh landscape.

Professor Guillen shares amazing stories of his early travels to "wild" parts of Indonesia and being among the first Westerners in post-1979 China, including an unforgettable archaeological discovery in Xinjiang.

In this explosive episode of the Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha is joined by returning expert TP Huang to break down the stunning array of new weapons systems China recently unveiled. From hypersonic missiles that can be launched from submarines to J-20-sized stealth fighter drones, the parade showcased technologies that are years, if not decades, ahead of what other nations are developing.

We break down the recent Trump-Xi summit, the second round of the U.S.-China trade war, and the surprising outcomes that signal a major walk-back by the Trump administration.

In this episode, Pepe contrasts his travels in Xinjiang from 25 years ago with the reality on the ground today. We discuss the mind-boggling modernization, the seamless integration of ethnic groups, the truth behind the "redevelopment" of Kashgar's old city, and the shocking scale of the Belt and Road Initiative's infrastructure. This is a firsthand, on-the-ground account you won't get anywhere else.