When China Opens a Factory in Ohio - a podcast by WNYC Studios

The documentary "American Factory" covers the Chinese company Fuyao Glass that retools an abandoned GM Factory in Dayton, Ohio, raising hopes for local workers. Oscar-nominated filmmakers Steven Bognar and Julia Reichert get deep access to both management in China and American workers on the factory floor. The film is the first acquisition by Barack and Michelle Obama's film company in partnership with Netflix.

— Raphaela Neihausen and Thom Powers

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