bradwill

May 28, 2014 15:56

Articles : bradwill commented on news Invasions of Privacy: Explaining the Issue of Personal Space in China

I had a novel experience in a chinese hospital, talking to a doctor about symptoms and medical history when around 12 other people were in the same room crowding in to see the process, better than tv. I find it funny now, the lack of privacy just highlights our own insecurity. Full Comment>>

bradwill

May 28, 2014 15:42

Articles : bradwill commented on news The 10 Commandments of Bargain Hunting in China

A heads up, most electronics department stores force stalls inside to add 25% to their products. this means that the sellers actual start price is 80% of what is on the price label. You can then negotiate a little lower, 60-70% of the label price is usually reasonable, close to in line with taobao. My sony xperia ... Full Comment>>

bradwill

May 28, 2014 15:25

Articles : bradwill commented on news (Mind-Blowing) Words of Wisdom - Life Advice from a China Expat Sage

My advice on the other hand is to try the Baijiu, Sichuan is famous for spicy food, and the worlds largest producer of spirits (Wuliangye). This is not a coincidence. Decent baijiu is a nice accompaniment to spicy food. In my opinion the best accompaniment, although cold watery beer is ok as well. Fortunate then ... Full Comment>>

bradwill

May 28, 2014 15:03

Articles : bradwill commented on news Birthday Celebrations in China: A Different Ball Game

Didn't mention that the cake is usually thrown or wiped over guests faces, rather than merely eaten. Full Comment>>

bradwill

May 24, 2014 18:11

Articles : bradwill commented on news Experiencing “Real China”: Being the Token Foreigner in a Fourth Tier City

Ok, don't like it, then leave. I am sure you will be missed. Full Comment>>

bradwill

May 23, 2014 15:20

Articles : bradwill commented on news China’s Godfather of Sexology Says Prostitution in China is Voluntary

I suppose you could argue that Chinese sex workers are critical to the economy of most western countries, because many factory workers making export products are supplementing their income by offering the use of their body after work. They wouldn't be able to do this, and support their families in a manner that ... Full Comment>>

bradwill

May 22, 2014 14:32

Articles : bradwill commented on news Survey Shows that Chinese Attitudes to Sex & Losing Virginity Have Changed

Or the gamer boys stay virgins until their 40s and the athletes get married at 23. this leaves increasingly large numbers of nervous, but excited and fairly naive Chinese girls looking for a nice guy to spend some time with. It makes casual dating a lot of fun, but also occasionally difficult to avoid. Or maybe I am ... Full Comment>>

bradwill

May 22, 2014 14:26

Around China : bradwill commented on news 800 RMB Electric Bike Crashes Into Merc, Merc Owner Pays For Damage

I remember reading the translation of a story in a small city newspaper from the front page, the headline was "Man falls off bike, passer-by asks if he is hurt." That as a front page story. Full Comment>>

bradwill

May 22, 2014 13:46

Articles : bradwill commented on news Love and Unavoidable Conflict When Chinese Women and American Men Date

I see out girls often together in Chengdu, I would say that actually homosexuality would be less obvious in public, because sexual affections are usually kept private here. Regardless of gender. If Reid is looking specifically to read articles on gay relationships, maybe try typing in "gay relationship china" into ... Full Comment>>