Professor Biao Xiang, a 54-year-old anthropologist, has become an unlikely idol for anxious Chinese youth. His talks on navigating anxiety and societal pressure draw hundreds, with fans calling him a rare voice addressing the 'pain point of the times'. Xiang's concepts like 'floating' and 'the nearby' resonate deeply with a generation facing uncertain futures.
Chinese Gen Z Embraces Anthropologist Biao Xiang as 'Idol'
Source: BBC