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The episode delves into subtle ways the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has re-engineered cultural symbols to serve propaganda purposes. For example, Tibetan singer Tsenzen Dolma performs in traditional attire, but her lyrics contain veiled political messaging that aligns with CCP narratives. Chapel emphasizes how even seemingly innocuous performances—like singing traditional melodies—are often subtly reworked to fit the party’s messaging.