ChinesePod makes learning Mandarin fun and easy! In this Intermediate Level Podcast Feed, explore broader contexts and applications of frequently used expressions needed to navigate comfortably in a Mandarin speaking environment. Deepen your knowledge on current affairs while learning and increase your confidence level in speaking Chinese. Expand your Mandarin Chinese learning experience by also SUBSCRIBING to ChinesePod - Beginner and ChinesePod - Advanced Podcast channels. For a more in de ...
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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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ChinesePod makes learning Mandarin fun and easy. It isn't your typical language learning resource - we think you'll be entertained as well! In this Advanced Level Podcast Feed, lessons are the black-belt of ChinesePod - You can already speak circles around your friends, but are looking for “complete” fluency Chinese. Expand your Mandarin Chinese learning experience by also SUBSCRIBING to ChinesePod - Beginner and ChinesePod - Intermediate Podcast channels. For a more in depth Mandarin Langua ...
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Advanced | 别来无恙 I Trust You've Been Well
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婚礼是现代人最熟悉的一种社交场合,如果是老同学的婚礼,那跟同学会也就差不多了,这种时候,往往会遇到十几年,甚至几十年没见的朋友,也不乏认识新朋友的机会,让我们一起来听听他们说些什么吧! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2926
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Upper-intermediate | Saved by the Gong: Tai Chi
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Did you think only boring, old people did Tai Chi? Think again! This meditative, graceful series of exercises is popular inside and outside China, with learners young and old. Listen to this Mandarin podcast to find out more about the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1191…
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Thought of as 'petite' in your homeland, as you browse the corner shoe store, you are alarmed to find that the only thing you can get your dainty foot into is a florescent orange counterfeit men's 'Croc' clog. Things aren't looking up anytime soon, so listen to this podcast to learn how to ask for your size in Chinese, and to accept the fact that y…
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Elementary | Hungry Traveler: Hong Kong
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In another edition of the Hungry Traveler, we find ourselves in HK. The city full of millionaires, movie stars, fast cars, and... food! It's all about the dim sum baby. When you hear that squeaky cart roll by your table, you have to think fast. Decisions... decisions. What culinary delights will our traveler select? Episode link: https://www.chines…
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得奖的光荣时刻,受到师长的赞美鼓励,最好是能恰当回应才不会失礼,同时,如何在短短的对话当中得体地表达对对方家人的关心,也是这一课要跟同学们分享的,来一个地道的社交场合的闲聊吧! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2922
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Intermediate | Lao Wang's Office 3: A Call for Innovation
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We know our friendly little boss is eager to please, and in this episode of Wang's Office, the call goes out for 'innovation!' Listen in and find out what interesting forms that takes with our quirky boss, and learn some vocabulary in Mandarin Chinese to use when exercising your own boss management skills. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0…
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Upper-intermediate | Saved by the Gong: Music Class
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Chinese is a major world language, but music is the international language. In today's lesson, naughty Lin Feng and his friends are learning about music. Hum along, sing the song, beat the gong! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1135
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Here is a Chinese lesson for all those morning people out there that we love to hate. A few chipper 'good mornings' to start off the day. You can shout them out your window to those neighbors who love to rise at the screech of dawn for a powwow outside your window. In this lesson, learn all kinds of greetings a la Mandarin. You'll be hello-ing and …
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全球金融市场瞬息万变,你一定想知道怎么在不同的报道中截取对你来说有用的讯息,快来听听这一则股市速报。 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2919
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Advanced | 新诗 偶然 Happenstance - A Poem By Xu Zhimo
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今天的课程要介绍一首新诗,不同于唐诗、宋词、元曲,这是白话文的诗,同时融合了英文俗语的元素。除此之外,也有人为这首诗谱了曲,如果你有兴趣,可以找出这首歌来听听。 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2916
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Intermediate | Lao Wang's Office 2: Welcome to the Team
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We revisit the office of Wang in this episode. Today, a new player arrives on the office scene. In this podcast, come along on an office tour and learn what all the departments are in Chinese. Along the way, get some office introductions and insights into the culture of a Chinese office, in Mandarin Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0963…
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Elementary | Hungry Traveler: Xinjiang
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One man's meat is another man's poison. In this edition of 'The Hungry Traveler' we journey to the cuisine oft adored by westerners and somewhat spurned by those of a more Shanghai palate. Did you ever think of Chinese food as chewy flatbreads, cumin-crusted kebabs, and spicy curries? Welcome to Xinjiang... the marvelous cuisine that is the best ke…
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Upper-intermediate | Saved by the Gong: Cutting Open a Frog
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Learning Chinese takes a lot of guts. Make no bones about it: ChinesePod is the best way to cut right to the heart of the problem. If you don't have a bloody clue how to talk about biology in Mandarin, this is the podcast for you! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1108
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A wee baby learning to talk. His first word, a loving 'mama.' The second, 'dada.' And then comes the 'gimme, gimme, gimme.' Well, you have to start somewhere. In this podcast, learn the phrase that will help you get what you want, in Mandarin Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0966
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作为一种艺术形式,相信无论是不是学中文的人,多少知道“书法”这个词儿,但可能很少人真正明白它作为一种实用性的活动,也就是写字,里头也包含了许许多多的文化意涵,中国人对于“字写得怎么样“是有种价值评断的,欢迎加入今天的讨论,也听听Fiona小时候,妈妈怎么要求她“写好字”。 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2913
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Elementary | Hungry Traveler: Hunan
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Some cuisines should come with a fire marshall's warning. Not to fear, a cup of hot tea will be standing by to quell the flames. In this new series, we visit the red hot pastures of Hunan province--the spicy province living in the shadow of better known big brother Sichuan. You'll love or loathe us for introducing you to the food of this region. Li…
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Intermediate | Lao Wang's Office 1: A New Manager
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You spend more time with them than your wife, best friend, children combined. You love them, you hate them, you want to kill them, yet you kiss them drunk at the annual Christmas party. They are your office mates. Office politics, office parties, office romance... there's no escaping the drama. Get some more of it here, in a Chinese office you won'…
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在瞬息万变的球场上,谁也无法保证得胜,更何况是连胜十八场!这样的传奇,绝对是最好的谈资?还等什么,快来听听吧。 If you're interested in basketball and the NBA, this is the lesson for you. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2909
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Upper-intermediate | No Spring, No Wedding?
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Today's ChinesePod lesson focuses on a cultural belief held in China regarding years in which there is no spring. Confused? Well, you'll just have to check out today's lesson to find out what could cause such a thing! You'll also find out why it's not prudent to marry in a year in which spring has been 'skipped.' Episode link: https://www.chinesepo…
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Rub-a-dub-dub four tones in the tub. Bath time just got more fun and your old repertoire of songs to shower by just expanded. In this podcast, lather up and learn how to take a shower, Chinese-style. Also included, for those with long-showering, hot water user-upper roommates: learn how to stage phantom phone calls from love interests. Sure to get …
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在一胎政策年代长大的中国孩子,从小得到家中所有的资源,看似占尽了便宜,但步入社会以后,面对与过去完全不同的竞争坏境,他们又有什么不为人知的心声呢?Listen as two friends discuss the consequences of growing up under the one-child policy and how it affected people once they finally entered society. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2905
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Can't find a spouse? Don't like the one you have? Have we got a lesson for you! In today's podcast, you'll learn all about personal ads in Mandarin Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1104
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人生来就对神秘世界有一定的好奇心,同时也带着不同程度的恐惧感,说起鬼,每个人都有一套自己的心得,但是不同文化对“妖魔鬼怪”的想象其实是有些不同的,今天的讨论要让你知道什么是真正的恐怖! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2901
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You can't bring your trusty bike with you everywhere you go. When you arrive in a new city in China, you can check out bike rentals. Pay your deposit and rental fee, and you'll be zipping around in no time flat. Learn how to do this all in Chinese in today's lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1148…
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Upper-intermediate | Dogs and Wealth
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Today we're headed to the vet for a check-up on a dog that's not feeling too well. Learn all about dogs and why they might just be the thing you need for increased prosperity! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1338
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Of course, the old slam the receiver down always works. But for some, the ring of a telemarketer signals another captive-language-learning partner opportunity. In this podcast, learn how to cut to the chase and use your newfound Chinese skills to hang up on that salesperson in a more delicate manner. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0958…
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Advanced | 外交辞令 4/4 (Diplomat Series)
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在”外交系列“课程的最后一课,我们会听到各种不同的外交级别以及应用范围,有些词也许你并不陌生,或是听了这课以后,你会开始对这些词汇更加敏锐。 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2897
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Advanced | 外交辞令 3/4 (Diplomat Series)
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听完了一大串的文言文,回到现代来了解一下在当今社会、真实的外交事件中,用的又是哪些特别的辞令,这可以帮助你进一步认识中国对于相关国际事件的态度与反应。 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2893
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Ever since Marco Polo brought ravioli to China, the Chinese have loved making dumplings. It's an essential part of celebrating the New Year. In today's podcast, learn how to talk in Chinese about wrapping, boiling and eating these magical little pockets of deliciousness. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1083…
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There are two kinds of people who never get lost-- those who don't know where they're going, and those who have GPS! In today's Chinese lesson, learn how to talk about this handy gadget in Mandarin. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1138
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Upper-intermediate | Moving In Together
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Some people choose to move in together before they get married. Learn about this event that's becoming more common in modern Chinese culture in today's lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1332
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Advanced | 外交辞令 2/4 (Diplomat Series)
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大家注意!今天我们要进入时光隧道,来瞧一瞧两千年前的中国官员如何在一场派对上,凭着几句话,就救出因为国家内乱而被俘虏的邻国君主,同时保护了相关的三个国家的利益与尊严。这也许是你第一次读到、听到这么多古代汉语,请预备美好的心情,展开这奇特的中文之旅 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2889
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Unless you are a rainman-like genius, you may find attempts at reciting the fifty billion digit long phone numbers of China a challenge. Get help. Listen to this podcast to learn how to give out your number in Mandarin Chinese. You'll be counting spilled boxes of toothpicks in no time. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0954…
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The Chinese number system is based on groups of four zeroes, not three. Learn how to talk about big numbers in Chinese, in today's podcast Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1129
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Intermediate | Terrorized at the Airport
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Flown the unfriendly skies lately? Airports are on heightened alert these days for shoe bombers, laptop bombers and carpet bombers. If you're planning to fly anywhere, today's Chinese podcast will give you some tips for defending your innocence and explaining away that bottle of white powder in your carry-on. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.co…
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Advanced | 外交辞令 1/4 (Diplomat Series)
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俗话说“内行的看门道,外行的看热闹”,我们看新闻、听国际消息不能只看表面,有时候更多的讯息与意义是藏在话里的,这四个礼拜,中文播客要带同学们来认识中国人说的“体面话”。借着这个机会,可以更深一层认识中国人说话的艺术,以及我们如何将人与人的相处之道推及到国与国的相待之义。 In this 4-part video mini-series, we will discuss language useful for diplomats or anyone interested in formal speech or public speaking. In part one, we will hear the emcee formally introduce the honourable guest …
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Don't be put off by that cage contraption. Think about it... a man trapped in a metal cage. What better language partner could there be than one that can't escape? Listen to this podcast and learn how to chew the fat with that paunchy driver who is so bored he's even willing feign listening to your attempts at Chinese. Make friends with the eyes in…
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Upper-intermediate | Electronic Dogs and Radar Detectors
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In today's ChinesePod lesson we're exploring the exciting world of electronic gadgets. These days, they've got a gadget for just about everything. Find out what happens when you opt for the cheap do-it-all gadget (you know, the one they're hawking downstairs for a fifth the price of the real one)! Hint: it might have been worth the investment to pa…
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两岸领导人在新加坡的会面可以说是历史性的大事,有人看好、有人不以为然,对话中我们将通过一位记者的眼光,用比较中性的角度来看看这件事,听听看他们怎么说。 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2882
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In today's lesson, you'll learn to talk in Mandarin about magnificent Munich! This vibrant, fun-loving city is waiting for you-- hurry up and see what everyone's talking about! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1111
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Visas are a huge, unavoidable nuisance. If you live in China, there's a good chance you've made at least one trip to Hong Kong in search of this priceless little sticker. Learn useful Chinese vocabulary about visas in today's podcast. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1123
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雾霾不仅是国际会议桌上的一纸议案,而是与老百姓的生活息息相关的事,雾霾天还是得冒着吸入众多污染物的危险出门工作,市井小民也只能苦中作乐,期望有一天领导们能找出两全其美的好办法了。 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2878
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人民币入篮了!这可不是什么篮球术语,而是与中国的金融体系,以及全球经济走向息息相关的事,中文博客当然得带大家来了解一下咯! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2874
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Strangers going through your budget reports, investigating your cash flow? Questions about last month's revenue? It must be an audit! Not to worry - there's nothing to hide... or is there? Join us today to learn all about this common [often dreaded] workplace event. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1322…
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You feel like you've won the battle by actually getting one to stop--though you had to beat off your street corner contenders to do it. All is fair in the battle for the cab... you claimed this curb first. But now, as you settle into the not-so-white white seat covers, don't lose the war. In this podcast, learn how to tell your taxi driver where yo…
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The biggest question you'll ever answer is not "Do you wanna take this outside, buddy?" or "Does this dress make me look fat?" It's "will you marry me?" In today's podcast, learn how to answer in Mandarin Chinese. And if you just can't get enough lunar representation, check out John's blog for a detailed look at this classic song . Episode link: ht…
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几十年前,能吃到“肉”表示你吃得“好”、吃得“有营养”,但是随着经济发达、食品加工技术提高,愈来愈多提倡少吃肉、多吃菜的声音出现在传播媒体上,吃肉究竟好不好?让我们听听这篇报道怎么说。 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2862
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Today's Chinese lesson will have you on the edge of your seat, if you get excited easily. You'll learn how to tell others to hold their horses in Mandarin. What's your hurry? Learning Chinese takes time. Lots and lots of time. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1118
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Advanced | 中国哲学 Chinese Philosophy
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曾子说:“吾日三省吾身,為人謀而不忠乎?與朋友交而不信乎?傳不習乎?”如果你喜欢中国的成语或俗语,那你得知道,这些成语、俗语有许多来自孔子、孟子及庄子的话,换句话说,是从中国古代思想来的。这一课我们要带大家从儒家思想家的话里,更加认识中国人对个人生命价值的看法 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2852
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Upper-intermediate | Going to Wudang Mountain
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During the holidays, many people on the Chinese mainland head to one of eight special mountains. Perhaps the best know are the four Buddhist mountains, like Huangshan and Emei Shan. Not to be neglected are their siblings, the four Taoist mountains. In today's lesson, learn all about one of these very special travel destinations. Who knows - we migh…
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