Sounds Biography- Be 17.

An Update

In British media, people are told things about China that can make it seem like a very black and white country. Sometimes it’s reported in a stereotyped way. This programme shows the real experiences, stories and true emotions of British people who lived in China before, which can provide a more nuanced view of the country. It will allow people to know what it is really likes for British people to live in China.

There are impressions and memories from Matthew Forrester and Jessie Levene. They taught English in Beijing and Chengdu respectively. Matthew lived in Beijing for around nine years and Jessie was based in Chengdu for almost three years.

These touching experiences are sometimes sweet, but sometimes bitter, indicating their three-dimensional lives in China, including the style of life, relationships and specialties or talents.

It also provides a special view from two Britons to see the significant development of Chinese societies in the last decade, which is precious and attracts audience to want to know more about these two contributors' lives.

I hope this radio documentary can inspire people to take a fresh view. As Jessie said in the program 'Don’t judge China as a black and white country'. I wish I can enlighten more British people to know and explore the real Chinese societies.

Xue MI