Earlier this month, old pal Brian and I took a trip to Beijing, all thanks the generosity of my Aunt Lily (a flight attendant for United Airlines).  I didn't really know what to expect, but I was taken aback by how Western and Capitalistic it all seemed--from the expensive cars and luxury hotels, to the vulturous salesfolk trying to hustle foreigners (that's us) at every turn.  I'm sure if you spend more than five days there, or leave the big cities, you begin to feel the sting of Communism and draconian laws.  But through my eyes it was just another big city, with people of all stripes, and enough sights and sounds to keep my head on a swivel.  Enjoy the video.