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Echoes of Kuliang



Full cast Historical Serial Audio Drama


Synopsis:

This audio drama series paints a captivating picture of love, peace, and friendship, transcending time and space.

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...


Format: Audio Drama

Continuity: Serial

Voices: Cast

Genres: Historical, Realistic, Storytelling

Framing device: Journal/Log

Maturity: All audience

Country of origin: International

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Episodes:

Animation episode 3: Separation and Longing

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 02:57:00 GMT

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?

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Animation episode 2: A love encounter on the tennis court

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 01:34:00 GMT

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?

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Animation episode 1: Friendship and courage

Fri, 10 May 2024 03:39:00 GMT

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?

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Theme Song: Kids of Kuliang

Mon, 06 May 2024 02:51:00 GMT

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.

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Echoes of Kuliang: Voices from the past

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 06:51:00 GMT

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.

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Episode 5: Homecoming

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 10:17:00 GMT

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?

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Episode 4: Questing

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 06:46:00 GMT

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?

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Episode 3: Separation

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 04:40:00 GMT

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?

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Episode 2: Bonding

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 03:14:00 GMT

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...

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Episode 1: Encounter

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 04:05:00 GMT

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...

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Hear the Echoes of Kuliang

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 09:22:00 GMT

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.

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Welcome to Echoes of Kuliang

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 06:03:00 GMT

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!

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