info_outline
The Dark Story Behind Chinese Wigs
03/19/2026
The Dark Story Behind Chinese Wigs
Watch the full podcast! Like a lot of things made in China, it’s easier to buy them when you don’t know the backstory. That’s the case for Chinese wigs, which come in all various shades and colors that are not what most Chinese hair would look like. We spoke with Ethan Gutmann, author of The Xinjiang Procedure, about where these wigs are coming from. Order your copy of The Xinjiang Procedure now: https://www.amazon.com/Xinjiang-Procedure-Ethan-Gutmann/dp/1968919201 Ethan Gutmann is an award winning author, journalist, and all around interesting guy.
/episode/index/show/chinaunscripted/id/40542665