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ChinesePod - Beginner

ChinesePod LLC

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ChinesePod makes learning Mandarin fun and easy. It isn't your typical language learning resource - we think you'll be entertained as well! If you’re just trying to learn some survival Chinese or looking to start a lifelong relationship with the language, this ChinesePod - Beginner Level Podcast Channel is where to start. Expand your Mandarin Chinese learning experience by also SUBSCRIBING to ChinesePod - Intermediate and ChinesePod - Advanced Podcast channels. For more lessons, go to www.ch ...
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Learn HOW to learn Chinese with hosts Jared Turner and John Pasden. You will learn tips, strategies, and insights so you can supercharge your language learning. You will also be inspired by guest interviews with people from all over the world who have learned Chinese. Both Jared and John both learned Chinese, lived in China for many years, and have worked with learners all over the world and understand the unique challenges that Chinese learners face. They stay at the forefront of language l ...
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I'm Learning Mandarin is a podcast that dives deep into the questions that matter to Chinese learners. Host, Mischa Wilmers, talks to the world's leading scholars and draws on his experience of self-studying the language to fluency. Visit the Im Learning Mandarin blog. Popular posts include: Your Ultimate Guide To Learning Chinese Tones: https://imlearningmandarin.com/2024/09/16/its-never-too-late-to-learn-chinese-tones-heres-how/ How Long Does It Take To Learn Mandarin: https://imlearningma ...
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Bite-size Taiwanese | Newbie

Bite-size Taiwanese

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Bite-size Taiwanese is a podcast giving you a taste of real, everyday Taiwanese. Co-hosts Phil & Alan will guide you through the ins and outs of the Taiwanese language (Southern Min/Hokkien) with light-hearted, fun (and occasionally funny) conversations on how it’s used in Taiwan. The Newbie podcast is geared towards newcomers to this language and will handily equip visitors with basic survival Taiwanese skills. Listen to our other podcasts: Bite-size | Elementary, Bite-size | Pronounce it l ...
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Listen and Learn Chinese

Listen and Learn Chinese

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Listen and Learn Chinese from an intermediate-level, non-native learner perspective. Max and Hasnaien are two Canadians who have been learning Mandarin for a few years and are excited to share their own homemade tips and tricks for learning Mandarin but aren't so far gone that they don't understand the grind of learning Chinese. If you're brand new to learning Chinese or wanting to brush up on your basics, feel free to start right at Episode 1, which is the first episode of our Tones and Pīn ...
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Learn a little Taishanese every day! Visit inspirlang.com for more Taishanese lessons or join our group discussion InspirLang on Facebook. You can make a donation at https://inspirlang.com/support/ to help us to continue making the Taishanese language alive and relevant.
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What is Hokkien Dialect? Hokkien is a dialect of Min Nan Chinese spoken in southern Fujian, Malaysia, Taiwan, and by many overseas Chinese throughout Southeast Asia. And in this iHokkien Podcast, we're gonna teach you how to SPEAK Penang Hokkien Dialect!
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Hello, everyone, it's Dashu Mandarin here. We're three Chinese teachers that focus on providing authentic and valuable Chinese learning materials for the Chinese learners of intermediate level and above. In this Podcast, we will talk about all kinds of things concerning China and Chinese culture, society, etc. You can also watch the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfsNycNoClXZA1FuUJSGT0w Welcome to join us.
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Language Matters by Diplomatic Language Services

Language Matters by Diplomatic Language Services

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You don’t need a PhD in linguistics to explore interesting, unique features of different languages. In this podcast, “Language Matters” by Diplomatic Language Services, we make language accessible to everyday people by discussing features which may not exist in other languages. For instance, unless you have studied a Slavic language, you may not be familiar with “verbs of motion”, but we can teach you! Join us each episode as we host experts to discuss how these unique features impact learni ...
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Struggling to get your kids excited about learning Chinese? Frustrated by the endless drills and resistance to speaking Mandarin at home? Mandarin Mayhem is here to turn that chaos into real, fluent conversations. Join host Julie Liu, founder of Motherly Notes, MBA University of Chicago, now at University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education, as she dives deep with moms, language specialists, progressive educators, and experts who know what *actually* works. We’re busting the myth ...
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Most of us have spam filters on our email inboxes. They certainly make life easier a lot of the time, saving us the hassle of deleting loads of advertisements for unnecessary (and often less-than-wholesome) products. Yet sometimes spam filters also cause problems. Check out today's lesson for some useful technology terminology. Episode link: https:…
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Join us on the latest episode of Dashu Mandarin (大叔中文), a podcast tailored for intermediate to advanced Chinese learners! Today we had a fun chinese conversation with Taiwanese teacher Katrina Lee from Learn Chinese Youtube channel: Smart Mandarin Katrina Lee @smartmandarinkatrinalee , who shares her personal journey of choosing happiness and indep…
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Chinese learners today are surrounded by video, TikToks from tutors, YouTube explainers, online courses, sitcoms, and AI-powered tools promising to boost your progress. But with so much content, it's easy to feel overwhelmed or stuck in passive learning. In this episode, we dive into how to actually learn Chinese through video. Jared and John discu…
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Chaniece Chen didn’t just study Chinese, she built her own major, battled burnout in an intensive language program, and came back for more. In this episode, Jared talks with Chaniece about her 12-year journey in China, from struggling with tones to thriving in Shanghai as a translator, community organizer, and content creator. Chaniece opens up abo…
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Discover how to master Chinese as an adult with practical strategies from polyglot expert Lao Liu! In this insightful podcast, we explore powerful language learning techniques, including the 80/20 rule, AI-driven study tools, and immersive language exchanges. Learn how to build effective habits, embrace mistakes, and achieve fluency in Mandarin, no…
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Fans of "are we there yet" will enjoy annoying their companions with the endlessly repeated question, "what time is it now?" Whether you're just curious, or you're shooting for the "super obnoxious" end of the spectrum, you've got to admit that this is a useful question to master. Cover the essentials in this Chinese lesson. Episode link: https://w…
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Join us on Dashu Mandarin as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Manning, a Canadian who spent 15 years in Taiwan! 🌏 In this episode, Manning shares her incredible journey of learning Chinese, from discovering a book about Tibetan Buddhism in Quebec to mastering Mandarin in Taiwan. 🇹🇼 Hear about her adventures, including starring in a Golde…
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You’re reading Chinese, and there it is, pinyin over every character. It feels helpful, even comforting. But is it actually holding you back? In this episode, Jared and John explore how pinyin can become a crutch that cripples your Chinese progress and keeps you from truly mastering characters. They revisit Jared’s blog post from years ago, Pinyin …
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Links: My Discord server: https://discord.gg/b9PAyKwT9p My blog: imlearningmandarin.com -- In this episode, I share my personal experiences and practical tips on how to use language exchange to supercharge your Mandarin speaking skills. I talk about: When I think it's best to start looking for a language exchange partner. Where I’ve had the most su…
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You ever lose your passport? Or your wallet? Or your wallet and your passport? We hope not, but just in case, it's probably a good idea to know how to say these things. (At the very least, the Chinese people around you will understand why you're totally freaking out.) This lesson will help. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1733…
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One of the great things about restaurants in China is that they often bring out your food faster than you can order it. On the downside, sometimes the food isn't quite what you had in mind... Learn about a common dish today, and about how to describe something you might not have ordered! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1406…
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OK, so you can express that you're going to China, in Chinese. That's great! But if you're telling any Chinese person this, their immediate next question is always going to be: where in China?. With this lesson, learn how to face that question and stay just one step ahead. (OK, so it's only two steps total, but you're getting somewhere!) Episode li…
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Links: My website: imlearningmandarin.com -- In this episode, I discuss one of the biggest challenges Mandarin learners face: improving listening skills. I explore why this aspect of language learning often feels so frustrating, including the psychological hurdles unique to Mandarin and the sheer amount of vocabulary needed for smooth comprehension…
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In this episode, Jared sits down with Chimsy—marketer, meme connoisseur, and host of the China University Podcast—to dive deep into his unconventional journey from Costa Rica to China. What started as a challenge to prove a dismissive restaurant owner wrong turned into a life-changing adventure of language, culture, and self-discovery. Chimsy share…
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You'll have many fantastic experiences on your trip to China, but, unfortunately, "squeezing into an elevator" or "waiting in line" are not going to be on that list. For most travelers, there's going to be a bit of "jostling." Arm yourself with a few phrases to help you push back (linguistically, at least). Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/…
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Links: My website: imlearningmandarin.com -- On today's episode, I'm going to talk about a genre of Mandarin learning content which in recent times has exploded on the internet. And that is what I would broadly term as Mandarin learning snake oil. I break down how you can easily tell the difference between Mandarin learning advice given in good fai…
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Remember the excitement back in 2010? The Expo is coming, the Expo is coming! You've read the signs, you've seen the countdown. The time has arrived to get your tickets to the 2010 Shanghai World Expo. Check out today's lesson to learn how (and where) to buy tickets. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1384…
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As you start busting out your Chinese and making Chinese friends, one of the topics that's going to come up is hobbies. (Spoiler alert: you're going to hear a lot of "listening to music" and "watching movies.") If one of your hobbies is playing basketball, this lesson is perfect. If you just like watching basketball, this lesson is still perfect. I…
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Someone's got a date tonight, and he's getting some important advice from a friend. The main question: do women dig the facial hair, or is it better to go for the clean shave? Find out how to talk about facial hair in today's lesson. We hope you'll add your two cents to this very personal debate after listening to the show! Episode link: https://ww…
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Links; Notebook LM: https://notebooklm.google.com/ My website: imlearningmandarin.com -- In this episode, I’m sharing a tool that’s completely blown my mind, it might be one of the most impressive things I’ve ever come across for language learning. It’s called Notebook LM, and it’s a website run by Google. Here’s what makes it so powerful: you can …
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AI tutors are everywhere—but are they actually good for learning Chinese? In this episode, Jared and John take a deep dive into the fast-evolving world of AI-powered language learning tools. They explore how these AI tutors work and why tools that work well in English often fall short in Chinese. You'll learn: - The surprising limitations of AI whe…
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Want to learn Chinese fluently like a native? Join us on [Podcast Name] as we dive into Wei's incredible journey of mastering Mandarin naturally! From zero Chinese to fluent conversations, Wei shares immersive tips that helped him sound like a native speaker through daily life, media, and love. Discover practical strategies for learning Chinese thr…
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What happens when an entire country loses power? In this episode of Dashu Mandarin Podcast, we dive into the massive 10-hour blackout that hit Spain, Portugal, and parts of France. Join Uncle Ben as he shares his firsthand experience of navigating work stress, a powerless city, and a surprising shift in perspective. From cultural differences betwee…
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Ready to supercharge your Chinese learning journey? 🚀 In this episode of our Chinese learning podcast, we've invited Teacher Katrina Lee and dived deep into the secrets of staying motivated while mastering Mandarin. Join our engaging discussion with experienced Teacher Katrina as we explore intrinsic and extrinsic motivation strategies, practical t…
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Join three Chinese uncles in an honest and heartfelt episode of the Dashu Mandarin Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into personal stories, from childhood memories and emotional challenges to life-changing decisions like discipline, fitness, and future planning. Hear how we three uncles navigate work, family, and self-discovery while sharing r…
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