Earn Your Leisure

In this eye-opening clip of *Black Out with Ian & Rashad*, Rashad Bilal shares his first impressions from his trip to China, diving deep into cultural differences, the cost of living, and the systems that shape global wealth disparities. Ian Dunlap joins in to unpack how America’s capitalist design compares—and why our views on prosperity, inflation, and opportunity are often based on manufactured realities.Rashad breaks down the striking differences he noticed in China: Low noise pollution and a calm public demeanor, a stark contrast to the fast-paced, loud culture he’s used to in Manhattan. The pace of daily life, where people aren’t in a constant rush, and mid-day breaks are the norm. Affordable living costs, like rent as low as $175 for a one-bedroom apartment—compared to skyrocketing U.S. prices. Technological advances and a booming electric vehicle industry, with 20 EV companies innovating at lightning speed. The vibrant African community in Fu Shuang, driven by international business and trade