( CNN ) -- As China prepares for its most significant leadership transition in decades , CNN is launching its first ever regular series focused on the country , the first by any international television news network . The new monthly show hosted by CNN correspondent and anchor Kristie Lu Stout provides viewers with a unique insider 's view of China from within its own borders . Shot on location in Hong Kong at the historic Hullett House , in each 30-minute show Lu Stout sits down with thought and business leaders from within China 's borders for a roundtable discussion about what really drives this world power and economic giant . With China 's leadership transition expected within a month , the first episode delves into the Chinese Communist Party , exploring how membership is obtained , factions within the party , the personality traits of China 's presumed next leader , and the impact of the ongoing Bo Xilai scandal . At the table helping to demystify the Chinese Communist Party is Hung Huang , a celebrated Chinese media personality and publisher brought up among China 's political elite , Victor Gao , a former official in the Chinese Foreign Ministry and English translator for Deng Xiaoping and John Pomfret , award-winning journalist and China commentator . `` The world is watching China more than ever and our new show delivers in-depth , intelligent insights on its economic , political and cultural drivers , '' said Mike McCarthy , Senior Vice President , CNN International . `` We 're proud to be the first international news network to dedicate a regular show to China , enabling viewers within China 's borders and around the world to better understand the country and its people . '' `` China is a country of dramatic change , political intrigue , and dynamic economic growth , '' added Kristie Lu Stout , CNN anchor/correspondent and host of 'On China ' . `` I 've been writing and reporting about China since the late 1990s , and the nation continues to fascinate me . I 'm excited to host a regular discussion on current affairs and trends inside China . '' When can I watch 'On China ? ' First Episode : Inside the Chinese Communist Party . Wednesday , October 17 at 1730 HKT ( 0530 ET , 0930 GMT ) Saturday , October 20 at 1230 HKT ( 0030 ET , 0430 GMT ) Sunday , October 21 at 1930 HKT ( 0730 ET , 1130 GMT ) Saturday , October 27 at 1930 HKT ( 0730 ET , 1130 GMT ) Sunday , October 28 at 1230 HKT ( 0030 ET , 0530 GMT ) Second Episode : Chinese Consumerism . *Note that from November onwards the show will air one hour later due to the time change in the U.S. Wednesday , November 21 at 1830 HKT ( 0530 ET , 1030 GMT ) Saturday , November 24 at 1330 HKT ( 0030 ET , 0530 GMT ) Sunday , November 25 at 2130 HKT ( 0830 ET , 1330 GMT ) Saturday , December 1 at 2130 HKT ( 0830 ET , 1330 GMT ) Sunday , December 2 at 1330 HKT ( 0030 ET , 0530 GMT ) Third Episode : China- U.S . Elections . Wednesday , December 19 at 1830 HKT ( 0530 ET , 1030 GMT ) Saturday , December 22 at 1330 HKT ( 0030 ET , 0530 GMT ) Sunday , December 23 at 2130 HKT ( 0830 ET , 1330 GMT ) Saturday , December 29 at 2130 HKT ( 0830 ET , 1330 GMT ) Sunday , December 30 at 1330 HKT ( 0030 ET , 0530 GMT )
Hung Huang , influential Chinese media personality , respected publisher , blogger . Victor Gao , former official in the Chinese Foreign Ministry , English translator for Deng Xiaoping . Comment: