Pollution and Progress

Ari shares his observations from his recent trip to China, highlighting the rapid urban development in places like Suzhou, where rice paddies have been transformed into bustling financial districts. He discusses the severe air pollution in Shanghai, where residents rely on apps to monitor air quality and adapt their commuting habits accordingly. The conversation also touches on public health measures post-SARS, including the cultural shift towards cleanliness and the peculiarities of livestock interactions.