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cover of episode #10 Ten years of selling science programming in China

#10 Ten years of selling science programming in China

2019/5/22
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Middle Earth - China’s cultural industry podcast

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Before the Beijing Olympics, foreign media groups seeking to sell or co-produce science-themed media content in China had a difficult time finding partners. Paul Lewis, an independent producer and former president of Discovery Channel Canada, was nevertheless able to co-produce two science programs in partnership with Chinese state media outlets: "Daily Planet Goes to China" and "Factory Made/Made in China". In this episode, Paul discusses how rapidly the Chinese media landscape has evolved, and the implications for science-themed content. FeaturingPaul Lewis: Producer | 制片人   Middle Earth is made by China Compass Productions) and hosted by Aladin Farré). If you have a China-themed cultural project like shooting your next documentary or look for a specific talent, please get in touch! 

 Recommended watching- “Factory City” episode of Factory Made/Made in China (Discovery Channel, 2009)With thanks to** **Brenden Gonsalves)  for graphic design & Sean Calvo) for music support. 

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