Bob, the preeminent economics columnist of his generation, died this month at 79. Neil, an esteemed journalist and author, died in September 2024 at 65. Here they are in 2005 with yours truly at VOA. Continue reading Two Friends and Colleagues Who Died Too Soon–Bob Samuelson and Neil King

Since Barry was dismissed after 16 years as a contract employee at RTHK, several listeners have sent comments. Here are some of them. Listener Feedback on Barry’s Dismissal from RTHK (Readers may be aware that on May 22, 2025 I was dismissed as a three-times per week commentator on RTHK, which has been the respected government-run broadcaster in Hong Kong.  No reason was given. I have … Continue reading Hong Kong Listener Feedback

After 16 consecutive years and more than 35 years altogether, I’ve been asked to leave RTHK. My last broadcasts are May 26 for Hong Kong Today and May 29 for Money Talk’s View From America. It’s been an immense honor to speak to all of you each week. For me this is a very sad occasion. If you’d like to leave a comment or say … Continue reading Barry, RTHK

Hong Kong Today May 12, 2025 Program host Carol Musgrave (in item 2 on the drop down) asks Barry about the significance of the just concluded talks in Geneva. Barry says the successful talks could mark the beginning of a continuing dialogue. Listen Continue reading US China Trade: Progress in Geneva