Has the West overestimated China’s military might?
Also on the daily podcast: how to apologise for slavery and a tribute to the world’s first bungee jumper
Miscalculating the prowess of the People’s Liberation Army is dangerous. Overestimating it could cause unnecessary confrontation, but underestimating it is risky for Taiwan. We bring you some balance. Can descendants of slave traders be absolved of the sins of their ancestors (09:09)? And a tribute to a man who believed life is best lived dangerously (16:59). Runtime: 24 min
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