In this special episode of The Hype, guests from China and abroad share their experience of visiting Nishan, the birthplace of Confucius in east China's Shandong Province, where they gathered to discuss Confucian wisdom through a contemporary lens. Bringing a 21st-century perspective on classic Confucian concepts like "benevolence" and "harmony without uniformity," the philosophy enthusiasts explore how ancient teachings can ease modern cultural frictions and how to infuse civilizational dialogue with youthful energy. The exchange, featuring a wide variety of cultural viewpoints, shows the relevance of Confucianism in contemporary society and the role the next generation has to play in fostering mutual learning – creating a bridge between the past and the present.