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In 1901, a young American boy named Milton Gardner set foot on a life-altering journey to Kuliang, China. For a decade, he immersed himself in the enchanting marvels of this distant land, forming deep bonds with his cherished companions, Dashan and Haiyan. However, as his family bid farewell and returned to the United States, Kuliang and the memories of his childhood friends became eternally imprinted in Milton's heart. Throughout his lifetime, Milton yearned for a chance to return to his beloved homeland. Until finally, in 1992...</description>
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    <copyright>Copyright @ China Plus</copyright>
    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:20:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Animation episode 3: Separation and Longing</title>
      <itunes:summary>In this episode, Milton, Dashan, and Haiyan say their goodbyes under the grandpa tree and promise to meet again someday. What gifts did they exchange as they parted? What did Dashan and Haiyan share with Milton in their letters?</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Animation episode 2: A love encounter on the tennis court</title>
      <itunes:summary>In this episode, Mitton, Dashan, and Haiyan took their teacher, Ms. May, to the newly built tennis court. There, they encountered Dr. Edward playing tennis. Why did they bring May to the tennis court? What romantic story unfolds between Edward and May?</itunes:summary>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2024 01:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Animation episode 1: Friendship and courage</title>
      <itunes:summary>In this episode, Milton overcomes his inner fears, with the help of Guo Dashan and Guo Haiyan, and learns how to climb trees. Does Milton succeed? How do Dashan and Haiyan help him?</itunes:summary>
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      <description>In this episode, Milton overcomes his inner fears, with the help of Guo Dashan and Guo Haiyan, and learns how to climb trees. Does Milton succeed? How do Dashan and Haiyan help him?</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2024 03:39:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Theme Song: Kids of Kuliang</title>
      <itunes:summary>Discover the enchanting melodies of the theme song "Kids of Kuliang" from the radio drama "Echoes of Kuliang", a soundtrack that celebrates peace, friendship and love. Dive into the music and let the heartwarming tales resonate with you.</itunes:summary>
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      <description>Discover the enchanting melodies of the theme song "Kids of Kuliang" from the radio drama "Echoes of Kuliang", a soundtrack that celebrates peace, friendship and love. Dive into the music and let the heartwarming tales resonate with you.</description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2024 02:51:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Echoes of Kuliang: Voices from the past</title>
      <itunes:summary>In this special episode following the conclusion of the radio drama series “Echoes of Kuliang”, we explore the real events behind Milton's homecoming and the voices that inspired our narrative. Listen to firsthand accounts from the descendants of the original “Kuliang friends”, the expatriates who once called Kuliang home, and discover their lasting connections to this captivating place.</itunes:summary>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 06:51:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Episode 5: Homecoming</title>
      <itunes:summary>Amidst the tumultuous waves of the 20th century, the tale of Kuliang continues. Everything seems unchanged. In 1992, Betty finally arrived in the land that had captivated her husband Milton's heart. Can she find Milton's childhood playmates and fulfil his final wish?</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Amidst the tumultuou...</itunes:subtitle>
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      <description>Amidst the tumultuous waves of the 20th century, the tale of Kuliang continues. Everything seems unchanged. In 1992, Betty finally arrived in the land that had captivated her husband Milton's heart. Can she find Milton's childhood playmates and fulfil his final wish?</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2024 10:17:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Episode 4: Questing</title>
      <itunes:summary>After a lifetime of yearning, Milton's quest to reconnect with his childhood memories ends with unfulfilled longing. Yet, his final wishes lead his wife Betty to a journey uncovering long-hidden tales of Kuliang, through a chance encounter with a Chinese student...Will this twist of fate fulfill Milton's last hopes?</itunes:summary>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 06:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Episode 3: Separation</title>
      <itunes:summary>In 1911, as the Gardner family plans their return to America, Milton, Dashan, and Haiyan bid a heartfelt farewell beneath the old cedar tree. Their stories unfold through letters that suddenly cease...What happened to Milton during World War II? Will he ever reunite with his long-lost Chinese friends?</itunes:summary>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2024 04:40:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Episode 2: Bonding</title>
      <itunes:summary>In the summer of 1907, Kuliang welcomes new arrivals, forging friendships and igniting romance. Milton, Dashan and Haiyan start school, exploring their homeland's natural wonders and bonding through shared adventures...</itunes:summary>
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      <description>In the summer of 1907, Kuliang welcomes new arrivals, forging friendships and igniting romance. Milton, Dashan and Haiyan start school, exploring their homeland's natural wonders and bonding through shared adventures...</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2024 03:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Episode 1: Encounter</title>
      <itunes:summary>In the summer of 1900, in a place called Kuliang in China, an American couple, the Gardners, met with the Guo family for the first time in the most unexpected way...</itunes:summary>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2024 04:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Hear the Echoes of Kuliang</title>
      <itunes:summary>Throughout his lifetime, Milton Gardner yearned for a chance to return to his beloved homeland. Until finally, in 1992...Echoes of Kuliang, coming soon to your airwaves.</itunes:summary>
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      <description>Throughout his lifetime, Milton Gardner yearned for a chance to return to his beloved homeland. Until finally, in 1992...Echoes of Kuliang, coming soon to your airwaves.</description>
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      <title>Welcome to Echoes of Kuliang</title>
      <itunes:summary>Based on real events, "Echoes of Kuliang", a radio drama series, relates the warm and vibrant live stories of the Kuliang friends set in the historical tapestry of the 20th century. Coming this April!</itunes:summary>
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      <description>Based on real events, "Echoes of Kuliang", a radio drama series, relates the warm and vibrant live stories of the Kuliang friends set in the historical tapestry of the 20th century. Coming this April!</description>
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