Bedste ChinesePod-podcasts (2025)

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Upper-intermediate | How to Weigh an Elephant 19:37

13h ago19:37

19:37

Chinese children grow up with a story about Cao Cao's son, Cao Chong, and his clever solution to the question of how to weigh an animal as enormous as an elephant. What's that? You've never heard the story? Tune in for a pleasant introduction to Chinese children's stories that have been passed down through the ages. Episode link: https://www.chines…

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Newbie | 66 Enjoyable Characters with Joy #7 8:54

10h ago8:54

8:54

Are you one of the Chinese learners who are afraid of complicated and scary Chinese characters? In this series, we are gonna show you 66 traditional characters that you see every day produced in our Taipei Studios! Check it out and enjoying learning with Joy! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4128…

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Elementary | Dancing in Public 14:31

3d ago14:31

14:31

Have you ever been told to "dance like no one is watching?" It seems like many in China have taken this advice, and they've added some of their own: "also dance where everyone is watching." Learn the language for jumping in on some Chinese public dancing. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1537…

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Intermediate | Getting the Correct Change 14:43

3d ago14:43

14:43

In China there's a whole special language reserved for counting out change (and no, Shanghai poddies, we're not talking about Shanghainese!). This is the language where the Chinese word for "to search for" suddenly becomes "to give back money." Learn all the essential Mandarin in this lesson to make sure you get the right change back. Episode link:…

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Newbie | 66 Enjoyable Characters with Joy #6 5:10

5d ago5:10

5:10

Are you one of the Chinese learners who are afraid of complicated and scary Chinese characters? In this series, we are gonna show you 66 traditional characters that you see every day produced in our Taipei Studios! This episode is a recap of the first five lessons, be sure to review them! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4166…

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Upper-intermediate | Resume Revisions 18:04

5d ago18:04

18:04

Remember the first time you wrote up your resume, and its 10 pages of vainglory? Recent university grads in China make the same mistake, and benefit from some sage advice on how to distill a CV to its essence. Learn the Chinese for this key job search language in this lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1747…

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Intermediate | Reinstalling Windows 18:46

8d ago18:46

18:46

How long have you been using that installation of Windows? Two years? Consider yourself lucky. Reinstalling the operating system is a necessary nuisance in our modern lives. Add China's computer virus-rich environment into the equation, and you can bet you'll be reinstalling Windows fairly often. Learn the critical Chinese vocabulary in this lesson…

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Elementary | Fasten that Safety Belt 16:01

8d ago16:01

16:01

Buckling up is the law in many countries, and China is no exception. Sometimes this law is even enforced! In this lesson, learn the essential words and phrases for a run-in with the police over fastening one's safety belt. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1531

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Upper-intermediate | The Working Hours Policy 11:40

10d ago11:40

11:40

Formal Chinese can be a bit tricky at first. In this lesson, your trusty ChinesePod hosts dissect a typical announcement from HR, explaining in everyday terms what that formal language about "flexible work hours" is trying to say. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1742

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Newbie | 66 Enjoyable Characters with Joy #5 5:06

10d ago5:06

5:06

Are you one of the Chinese learners who are afraid of complicated and scary Chinese characters? In this series, we are gonna show you 66 traditional characters that you see every day produced in our Taipei Studios! Check it out and enjoying learning with Joy! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4126…

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Intermediate | Renting an Apartment through an Agent 4 16:39

12d ago16:39

16:39

After being shown multiple apartments by an agent and dealing with all kinds of grumpy potential landlords, the time has finally come to sign that lease. In this lesson, learn about the payment methods and contracts you'll be dealing with when renting a mainland Chinese apartment. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1526…

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Elementary | Trick or Treat! 20:10

12d ago20:10

20:10

Halloween is not exactly widely celebrated in China, or at least not the way that your average western observer might recognize. But what if it were? In this lesson, learn the Chinese for "trick or treat" as well as some Chinese attitudes on this special holiday. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1532…

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Upper-intermediate | Travel Wedding 17:55

15d ago17:55

17:55

Weddings in China have a long and glorious tradition. So much planning, so many guests, and a ton of protocol. But what if you could skip the whole ceremony and just do the honeymoon, and call it a "travel wedding?" The young lovebirds in this lesson would like to do just that, but their traditional Chinese parents will have none of it. Episode lin…

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Newbie | 66 Enjoyable Characters with Joy #4 5:46

15d ago5:46

5:46

Are you one of the Chinese learners who are afraid of complicated and scary Chinese characters? In this series produced in our Taipei Studios, we are gonna show you 66 traditional characters that you see every day! Check it out and enjoying learning with Joy! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4125…

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Elementary | Help Calling a Cab 13:54

17d ago13:54

13:54

You're a busy person, with staff helping you to manage your busy itinerary. You just may need to ask for some help reserving a cab in Mandarin Chinese. This lesson covers the essentials you need to get in that car and on the road. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1527

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Intermediate | Renting an Apartment through an Agent 3 16:51

17d ago16:51

16:51

Sometimes you find an apartment you think you can be happy with, but it all comes down to the dealings with the landlord. What is the landlord's attitude like? Willing to replace things? Willing to make other changes? In this lesson, there's just a bit of friction. Learn the Chinese to deal with this apartment hunting situation in this lesson. Epis…

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Upper-intermediate | A Job Posting for Sales Representatives 21:03

19d ago21:03

21:03

What does a formal job posting in Chinese sound like? You're about to find out! In this lesson, we cover the cliche phrases you're bound to run into, as well as some very useful vocabulary related to job searches in general. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1732

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Newbie | 66 Enjoyable Characters with Joy #3 6:21

19d ago6:21

6:21

Are you one of the Chinese learners who are afraid of complicated and scary Chinese characters? In this series produced in our Taipei Studios, we are gonna show you 66 traditional characters that you see every day! Check it out and enjoying learning with Joy! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4124…

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Intermediate | Renting an Apartment through an Agent, 2 17:17

22d ago17:17

17:17

So you've found your agent, and the agent knows what type of place you're looking for. Now it's time for your potential future landlord to show you around an apartment. In today's lesson, you'll learn the Chinese vocabulary for all the key rooms and furniture, as well as signs that the landlord is kind of stingy. So do you think you'll need some ti…

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Elementary | The Hunan Accent 18:37

22d ago18:37

18:37

Chinese textbooks don't usually tell you this, but ChinesePod will let you in on a little secret: most of China does not speak that standard Beijing accent. In fact, some parts of China have accents and idiosyncrasies that can be downright baffling when you first encounter them. In this lesson, we learn about some key features of the Hunanese accen…

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Upper-intermediate | BBQ and the Little Trumpet 17:45

24d ago17:45

17:45

What is a Chinese barbecue like? What do people eat? What is a "barbecue district"? What exactly is a "little trumpet"? Find out answers to all these questions and more, in this summertime Chinese lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1709

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Newbie | 66 Enjoyable Characters with Joy #2 4:49

24d ago4:49

4:49

Are you one of the Chinese learners who are afraid of complicated and scary Chinese characters? In this series, we are gonna show you 66 traditional characters that you see every day produced in our Taipei Studios! Check it out and enjoying learning with Joy! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4123…

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Intermediate | Renting an Apartment through an Agent 17:49

24d ago17:49

17:49

Many people own their own apartments. However for those that rent, it's quite common to do so through a real estate agency. Learn some great language for describing your ideal apartment to an agent in today's lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1454

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Elementary | Can't Get a Taxi 19:46

24d ago19:46

19:46

With so many people living in the same city, it's bound to happen: sometimes you just can't get a cab. Experience this Chinese big city annoyance vicariously in today's lesson, picking up practical vocabulary along the way. Oh, and what's the solution if you simply can't get a cab? Listen to find out. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1521…

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Upper-intermediate | Retired Life 15:36

29d ago15:36

15:36

What does retirement mean to the Chinese elderly? Just pensions and a bunch of sitting around? Fortunately, some old folks have more interesting aspirations. In this Chinese lesson, we take a positive and a negative look at life after work. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1704

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Newbie | 66 Enjoyable Characters with Joy #1 6:32

29d ago6:32

6:32

Are you one of the Chinese learners who are afraid of complicated and scary Chinese characters? In this series, we are gonna show you 66 traditional characters that you see every day! Check it out and enjoying learning with Joy! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4121

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Intermediate | Weighing Yourself on the Street 16:33

1M ago16:33

16:33

Where do you go to weigh yourself? Your own bathroom? The doctor's office, perhaps? This Chinese lesson highlights one of those particular Chinese sights: the practice of weighing oneself on a public, busy street. If you're a health nut you'll want to pay close attention to the vocabulary; it's a bit tricky! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com…

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Elementary | Cats Are Cool 19:00

1M ago19:00

19:00

We at ChinesePod are vaguely aware that some people like cats better than dogs. While we don't apologize for our various dog-themed lessons, we're happy to throw you cat lovers a (fish)bone. Listen to this lesson to learn how to deal with the irrational cat-haters of this world in Mandarin Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1518…

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Upper-intermediate | iPhone vs Android 14:38

1M ago14:38

14:38

Google's Android system for smartphones is quite popular in China, but the more expensive alternative, the iPhone, is also doing very well in the market. In this Chinese lesson, learn some of the key terms for buying and maintaining one's modern smartphone in the Middle Kingdom. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1693…

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Newbie | What do you do for a living? 13:13

1M ago13:13

13:13

In this newbie lesson, we're showing you three ways to respond to common questions like "What do you do for a living?" or "What's your job?". Let's check it out! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4230

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Elementary | City Districts in Shanghai 21:16

1M ago21:16

21:16

Cities in China are divided into districts, which are not only labeled on maps, but also frequently mentioned in casual conversation. Do you know what the major city districts of Shanghai or Beijing are? If you live in China, do you know which district you live in? In this lesson, we cover the essential Chinese words you need. Episode link: https:/…

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Intermediate | Ordering Food for the Group 22:51

1M ago22:51

22:51

Ordering food in China is no simple matter. It's time to leave behind your Western "order my own portion" ways and embrace Chinese family-style eating. But with everyone sharing the dishes, ordering the food can be a little complicated. In this lesson, learn the language you need to make everyone happy (and full). Episode link: https://www.chinesep…

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Newbie | Grumpy Bus Driver 13:49

1M ago13:49

13:49

In today's lesson, we are showing you a conversation between a grumpy bus driver and an impatient passenger. Let's check out the dialogue! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4221

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Upper-intermediate | Detective Li 11: Final Mission (Part 5) 18:16

1M ago18:16

18:16

With Wang Qiang in custody and Detective Li out of harm's way, it seems the threat of the "Black Cat" has at long last been resolved. What new developments lie in store for our hero and his faithful sidekick, Xiao You? Tune into the grand finale of our Detective Li series to find out! [上集答案：李探长通过用手指盖住手机话筒的方法告诉小尤 - "我在体育馆，你快去广播室抓捕王强。" ] Episode lin…

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Elementary | A Stroll through the Hutongs 14:18

1M ago14:18

14:18

Of all the great reasons to visit Beijing, one of the simple pleasures that tops most visitors' lists is the simple "stroll through the hutongs." These twisty old Beijing alleyways are traditional, they're charming, and they're a great way to get blissfully lost in Beijing. In today's lesson, learn the basic Chinese vocabulary you need to get start…

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Intermediate | Lhasa 20:40

1M ago20:40

20:40

What China adventure is complete without a trip to majestic Lhasa? Learn all the Chinese you'll need to get yourself to Tibet and into the most famous attractions. Just remember to be wary of the altitude sickness! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1481

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Upper-intermediate | Detective Li 10: Final Mission (Part 4) 16:27

1M ago16:27

16:27

In the clutches of "Black Cat", Detective Li makes a desperate phone call and recalls a pivotal event in his sleuthing past. What will become of the talented detective? Tune in and find out! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1782

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Newbie | Darling...it's not a good time 15:35

1M ago15:35

15:35

Mobile phones can bring our significant others right into our meetings. In this lesson, you're gonna learn three sentences so that when you're about to join a meeting, or even in a meeting, you'll know what to say to your dear ones on the phone. Watch out! This lesson is designed for newbies who desire challenges! Episode link: https://www.chinesep…

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Elementary | National Day Holiday 19:21

1M ago19:21

19:21

October 1st is "National Day" in the PRC, a holiday celebrating the founding of the nation. For the average Joe, this has a very important implication: vacation! In this lesson, learn how official holidays are announced, as well as some of their unfortunate drawbacks. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1509…

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Intermediate | Help at the ATM 17:26

1M ago17:26

17:26

In big cities in China, ATMs are everywhere, and many of them can even take foreign cards now. Of course, it's very useful to actually know how to use these things, and learning the appropriate Chinese terms is a huge step in the right direction. Today's lesson covers the ATM basics, including checking balances and making a withdrawal. Episode link…

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Newbie | Not ready for bed 11:49

2M ago11:49

11:49

A critical language skill for every toddler: How to gently let your parents know that it’s actually NOT time for bed yet. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4189

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Upper-intermediate | Detective Li 9: Final Mission (Part 3) 16:48

2M ago16:48

16:48

As Detective Li and Xiao You pursue a terrorist threat known only as "Black Cat," Xiao You heads back to headquarters while Detective Li pursues a fleeing "shadow" on his own. In this lesson, Detective Li finally confronts the shadow and learns its true intent. [上集答案：5239] Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1773…

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Elementary | Set the Alarm Clock 17:30

2M ago17:30

17:30

You've got big plans for the morning, so don't forget to set your alarm clock. But do you know how to say this in Chinese, and to ask your travel buddy if he has performed this very necessary ritual? Learn the essential alarm clock Chinese in this lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1500…

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Intermediate | Adjusting the Temperature 15:10

2M ago15:10

15:10

Air conditioning has quickly become an indispensable part of modern Chinese life, especially in cities like Shanghai. "Air conditioning with Chinese characteristics," however, means you adjust the temperature with a remote control. It turns out those things may not always be the easiest to figure out. Today's lesson prepares you for the Chinese you…

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Newbie | When to get a new car 12:45

2M ago12:45

12:45

Some kids are never too young to ask dad about buying a new car. But what could push him into actually doing it? Find out in this lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4177

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Upper-intermediate | Detective Li 8: Final Mission (Part 2) 20:26

2M ago20:26

20:26

While Detective Li pursues a fleeting shadow alone, Xiao You returns to headquarters where she rediscovers her mentor's mysterious locked drawer. What lies in wait for the young detective? Find out in today's lesson! [上集答案：九校（第九学校）] Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1762

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Intermediate | Going to the Toy Store 21:31

2M ago21:31

21:31

Today we're following a mother and her daughter to the toy store. Unfortunately for this mom, there's nothing her child doesn't want! Learn how to discuss kids' playthings, as well as how modern parents deal with their demanding little emperors in this intermediate level Chinese lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1467…

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Elementary | An Email Introduction 21:58

2M ago21:58

21:58

It's fairly common in China for the newcomer in the office to send out a friendly introductory email to new co-workers. In this lesson we'll be taking a look at that simple email, and all its essential Chinese words and phrases. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1496

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Upper-intermediate | Detective Li 7: Final Mission (Part 1) 26:00

2M ago26:00

26:00

In part one of this five-part story, an emergency meeting at the station reveals that the mysterious "Black Cat" is making some serious terrorist threats, and the police need to react fast. At the same time, this lesson provides a few hints about Detective Li's past. 上集“三条人命案”答案：经查证，中年男性死者是吴国庆，中年女性死者名叫陈桂芝，青年男性死者叫吴奇。吴奇的生日是闰年2月29日，所以5次生日之后，孩子应该是20岁…

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Newbie | Popular Brand Names 15:02

2M ago15:02

15:02

What common Chinese word do some foreigners learn before "Hello"? McDonald's (麦当劳) of course! Come learn some other important brand names to either impress your friends - or find a Subway sandwich. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4173

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