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Jerm and David Kurten, the leader of the UK's Heritage Party and a former teacher turned political figure, they explore various political and cultural issues. He stresses the significance of upholding principles in politics, even if unpopular, and calls for a socially conservative party that champions traditional values, national sovereignty, and financial prudence. The discussion extends to cultural Marxism, Zionism, and globalist influences, with David voicing concerns over the decline of Western values and the divisive effects of identity politics. He advocates for a redefined notion of diversity focused on individual merits rather than group identities, critiques evangelical Christianity's ties to Zionism, and examines Middle Eastern geopolitics, proposing a revival of Christian principles to address global conflicts. Both participants underscore the value of authenticity and steadfastness in one's convictions.Heritage Party website: https://heritageparty.orgThe UK Column is an independent media organisation and receives no corporate or foundation funding. We rely on the generosity of individual readers, viewers and listeners, so if you enjoy our quality reporting, please consider supporting us.? Explore all our written and video content on the UK Column website https://www.ukcolumn.org/ ? Support our independent journalism here https://support.ukcolumn.org/ ?️ Check out our shop here https://shop.ukcolumn.org/

Join host Carl Zha on the Silk and Steel Podcast for a captivating conversation with Professor Guilhem, a seasoned sinologist with decades of deep experience in China. We explore his incredible personal journey, from discovering Chinese characters by "chance" in the 1960s to becoming a leading voice on both classical poetry and modern economic reform.Professor Guilhem 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. He reveals the 5-year, immersive process behind his groundbreaking new book on Chinese poetry, which combines beautiful French translations, deep historical context, and stunning photography that blends the classical with the modern.We also dive into his parallel expertise in China's economy, tracing its rapid transformation from the early reforms to its current focus on innovation and AI, offering a unique perspective that challenges conventional Western narratives.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction01:30 - How a Young Student Fell in Love with China by "Chance"04:45 - Adventurous Travels in 1970s Indonesia & Lombok06:50 - Studying China from Hong Kong During the Cold War08:45 - Being Among the First Westerners in China in 197910:30 - The Wild West: Traveling in 1980s Xinjiang12:15 - The Spark: How Poetry Became a 40-Year Passion14:20 - The 5-Year Project: Creating a New Kind of Poetry Book18:10 - The Book's Unique Features: Photos, History & "Living" Poetry20:45 - The Ancient Art of Using Poetry in Daily Communication24:30 - A Personal Example from the "Zuo Zhuan"26:50 - Witnessing 50 Years of China's Transformation29:15 - From Doubt to Fascination: Analyzing China's Economic Reforms32:00 - Studying Border Trade, Drug Trafficking & Innovation35:10 - China's Innovation Policy & Challenging Western Critiques38:00 - The Intersection of a Poetic and an Economic MindThe UK Column is an independent media organisation and receives no corporate or foundation funding. We rely on the generosity of individual readers, viewers and listeners, so if you enjoy our quality reporting, please consider supporting us.? Explore all our written and video content on the UK Column website https://www.ukcolumn.org/ ? Support our independent journalism here https://support.ukcolumn.org/ ?️ Check out our shop here https://shop.ukcolumn.org/

Mike Robinson, Charles Malet and Vanessa Beeley with today's UK Column News. 00:00 Welcome00:41 Tommy Robinson: Report from outside Westminster Magistrates Court 12:53 Genocide in Sudan and Gaza: UK Home Secretary’s different rules for different wars19:35 Andrew Fox: Mossad propaganda and Mr Fox’s mysterious past30:25: Check out UKC’s website and support our work31:59 Sick Note Britain: Guess what’s the elephant in the room35:46 Blue Tongue: Watch out where your milk and beef are coming from38:00 Iraq and Syria: Regional updates46:03 Venezuela: The madness continues49:30 Genocide of Christians in Nigeria: Fact or Fiction?56:24 Military Madness: The current state of the UK’s Ministry of Defence59:30 AI Prize: Leading award for humanity goes to a machineThe UK Column is an independent media organisation and receives no corporate or foundation funding. We rely on the generosity of individual readers, viewers and listeners, so if you enjoy our quality reporting, please consider supporting us.? Explore all our written and video content on the UK Column website https://www.ukcolumn.org/ ? Support our independent journalism here https://support.ukcolumn.org/ ?️ Check out our shop here https://shop.ukcolumn.org/