How China Works (Ft. ‪@janehaywardchina‬)

Get access to The Backroom Exclusive episodes on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠  / onedime⁠   In this episode of 1Dime Radio, I am joined by Dr. Jane Hayward, a lecturer in Chinese Studies at the Lao China Institute at King's College. Dr. Hayward specializes in explaining China's political economy and misconceptions surrounding it. She runs the YouTube Channel ‪@janehaywardchina‬. This conversation explores the role of state planning in China's market system, the impact of Deng Xiaoping's economic reforms, the significant shifts in labor and welfare policies, and the nuanced relationship between the Chinese Communist Party and its capitalist class. We also delve into the ideological revival under Xi Jinping and whether or not China is really transitioning to socialism. Timestamps: 00:00 The Truth About Tiananmen Square 03:11 Meet Dr. Jane Hayward, Scholar and YouTuber 04:57 Why Schollars Aren't on YouTube 11:08 China's Economic Reforms: From Communes to Market Economy 15:16 The Household Responsibility System and Urban Reforms 20:51 Misconceptions about China's Reforms 42:04 The Role of the Hukou System in China's Economic Growth 49:26 Understanding the Tiananmen Square Protests 54:54 How Capitalist is China? 58:49 China's Economic Miracle: State Planning and Capitalist Discipline 01:14:30 The Revival of Marxist-Leninist Rituals Under Xi Jinping 01:38:33 Concluding Thoughts and Future Discussions Check out Dr. Jane Hayward's YouTube Videos:   / @janehaywardchina   Follow me on X: https://x.com/1DimeOfficial Check out my main channel videos:    / @1dimee   Outro Music by Karl Casey Be sure to leave a like and a comment if you enjoyed the episode!