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Sister Cities

6 episodes 92%4KCC

Across oceans, paired cities reveal the shared pulse of everyday life.

Explore how American and Chinese sister cities connect through food, culture, and the people who shape each place. From breakfast rituals and neighborhood traditions to technology and the arts, each episode uncovers unexpected parallels that reward curiosity. Sign up to see how distant cities can share one heartbeat.

Episode guide

6 episodes
1
1Shanghai & San Francisco: Part 1
Travel the world in a two-part episode exploring the cultural wonders of two amazing Sister Cities: San Francisco and Shanghai.
25 min
2
2Shanghai & San Francisco: Part 2
Travel the world to explore two amazing Sister Cities. Discover San Francisco's cultural, artistic and economic bond with Shanghai.
27 min
3
3Nanjing & St. Louis: Part 1
From the arch to the wall, discover the astonishing similarities and surprising differences between two Sister Cities: St. Louis and Nanjing. In part one of this two-part episode, we explore the bonds they share through beer, BBQ, family and music.
28 min
4
4Nanjing & St. Louis: Part 2
In part two of this two-part episode, discover the rich histories and cultural perspectives of two vibrant Sister Cities: St. Louis and Nanjing. Uncover their shared spirit of love, family and connection.
24 min
5
5Austin & Xishuangbanna: Part 1
Austin, Texas and Xixuangbanna, China are defined by warm climates, ethnic diversity and beautiful natural surroundings. In part one of this two-part episode, explore two “melting pot” Sister Cities with vibrant cultures and beautiful stories to tell.
26 min
6
6Austin & Xishuangbanna: Part 2
In part two, meet the people in these Sister Cities who keep cultural traditions alive and thriving—from cheeseburgers in Xishuangbanna and Texas BBQ to a shared love of dancing that unites us all.
27 min
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