Do thermal clothes deliver what they promise?

保暖服能兑现其承诺吗?

Round Table China

社会与文化

2025-01-17

24 分钟
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Thermal clothing promises to keep us warm in cold weather, but does it truly live up to the hype? We discuss the types of clothing designed to keep you feeling warm and cozy, as well as the "warm economy" during the frigid winter months. On the show: Steve Hatherly, Niu Honglin and Yushan.
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  • Discussion keeps the world turning.

  • This is Roundtable.

  • Thermal clothing promises to keep us warm in the cold, but does it actually live up to the hype?

  • While many garments claim to trap heat and regulate temperature, the reality is far more nuanced.

  • Factors like the specific fabric, the garment's construction, and even how well it fits you all all influence its effectiveness.

  • We'll discuss the clothing that's meant to keep you feeling warm and fuzzy and also dig a little into the warm economy during these cold winter months.

  • After that.

  • Ho.

  • This is a spicy meatball.

  • Parents finding matches for their children on dating apps.

  • Well, that can be a well intentioned but often unwelcome intrusion into their children's personal lives.

  • But some parents here in China are doing just that.

  • We'll get all the juicy details on how parents are taking the lead in finding love for their kids.

  • We are live from Beijing.

  • This is Roundtable.

  • My name's Steve and for today's show I'm joined by Niuhonglin and Yushan.

  • First on the program.

  • Early forms of thermal wear likely involved animal skins and furs used for warmth.

  • But of course we've come a long way since then.

  • Modern day thermal clothing uses a combination of synthetic and natural fibers and high tech fabrics.