What is Tangping?
Do you really know? 
About this episode
What is Tangping? China is known for its hyper competitive work culture, with young people accustomed to doing long hours and having an always-on mentality. But earlier this year, Tang ping came along as a counter culture, an antidote if you like. Literally the word simply means to lie down flat. But it has taken on political significance in 2021. What kind of pressures are we talking about? Are we saying this movement only applies to young people then? How have the authorities reacted? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: What is West Side Story? What is hybristophilia? What is Hanukkah? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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