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Gastronomics

Why a China Scholar Started a Tea Business

Jul 29, 2026 · 33m

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The state of tea in the United States is something of a national embarrassment. Josh Freedman started a tea business so more Americans can try and buy great teas from China and Taiwan. And to better understand China's economy and unique form of 'capitalism with communist characteristics.' Show Notes The Beijing tea market we discuss is called Maliandao. You can find Josh's Taiwan Travelogue teas at https://phtea.substack.com/ or follow him on Instagram at @phtea_time.