Best Mandarin Companion Podcasts (2024)

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Taco Bell CEO Sean Tresvant on maintaining brand nostalgia 19:58

2h ago19:58

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Brand awareness is one thing. Brand nostalgia is quite another. Creating is hard enough. Maintaining it may be even harder. But it's second nature to Sean Tresvant, the brand-new CEO of Taco Bell, who cut his teeth in key marketing positions at Nike, Sports Illustrated and PepsiCo. That said, there is nothing ordinary about the challenge of nurturi…

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This is Quick: Klutch Sports Group Founder and CEO considers adversity an advantage, and wants you to know the difference between the right and wrong kind of ego 11:19

2h ago11:19

11:19

On this week's rapid fire Q&A, super sports agent Rich Paul shares how he built his first business ironing clothes, how he finds inspiration when he's stuck, and why patience is something he hopes Gen Z will embrace. The founder and CEO of Klutch Sports group also reveals his toughest negotiation — and it might surprise you. Have questions you want…

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Pinyin Over Characters: the Crippling Crutch (Replay) 1:05:18

2d ago1:05:18

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John and Jared discuss the all too common situation of pinyin over Chinese characters, something Jared sometimes refer to as the “crippling crutch”. They go into depth on why this is so common, why it is so detrimental, and what to do instead. Guest interview is with Kwadwo [QUĀY.jo] Sampani Kessi, the founder of Elementary Chinese, a popular YouTu…

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Superstar agent Rich Paul on the journey from Cleveland to Klutch Sports Group 22:18

13d ago22:18

22:18

What do LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Draymond Green have in common? Well, THAT, of course. But they are also all represented by Rich Paul, arguably the most driven, innovative and influential sports agent in the game. It didn't come easy. Raised in a tough Cleveland neighborhood, Paul leaned on and learned from a wise dad who provided, as Paul p…

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This is Quick: Chipotle and Kernel Foods founder Steve Ells on keeping a regimented routine while making room for “spontaneity and chaos” 8:33

20d ago8:33

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On this week’s rapid fire Q&A, Steve Ells talks about his journey from studying art history to founding Chipotle Mexican Grill and how being open to the unexpected paved the way for his success. Ells also shares his secret to staying productive — keeping a highly structured morning routine and allowing for “spontaneity and chaos” as the day progres…

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A Shortcut to Chinese Fluency? Narrow Reading in Chinese 18:24

23d ago18:24

18:24

In this episode, Jared and John dive into the concept of "narrow reading"—a strategy that involves focusing your language learning on a specific topic or genre to accelerate progress. They explore how this targeted approach deepens vocabulary and comprehension through repeated exposure to related content, making language acquisition more efficient.…

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Chipotle founder Steve Ells on Kernel - his new robot-powered, plant-forward fast-food game changer 20:59

29d ago20:59

20:59

Steve Ells created a new standard for fast casual dining when he launched Chipotle 31 years ago. He’s looking to transform the sector once again with his latest venture Kernel — a plant-forward restaurant powered largely by robots. LinkedIn editor in chief Dan Roth talks to Ells about the novel hub and spoke system he’s deploying to streamline food…

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How Savannah Bananas’ Jesse Cole is raking in the fans by innovating the ballgame experience 23:03

1M ago23:03

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Offering a unique blend of baseball and whimsical entertainment, the Savannah Bananas are selling out stadiums across the country with their Banana Ball games. On the latest This is Working, the team’s owner Jesse Cole talks to LinkedIn editor in chief Dan Roth about his fan-first business strategy of eliminating friction points and constantly inno…

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From Forgetful to Fluent: Elijah’s Inspiring Persistence in Learning Chinese 35:19

1M ago35:19

35:19

Elijah Wilcott never thought he was cut out for learning languages. With a self-proclaimed terrible memory and a history of struggling in language classes, he picked up only a handful of basic phrases after teaching English in China for two years. But when he found a compelling reason to learn Chinese, Elijah dove into full-time language study, and…

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Distance Reiki POV: Practitioner & Client 36:52

1M ago36:52

36:52

Text the Show Discover the transformative power of distance Reiki and energy work in the latest episode of Belief Being and Beyond. Bestselling author and certified Reiki crystal energy worker Julia Halina Hadas joins us, along with our special guest Joelle, to illuminate how energy transcends physical boundaries and time. Julia demystifies how lon…

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Hades Unveiled - Jamie Waggoner 39:55

2M ago39:55

39:55

Text the Show What if the Greek god of the underworld isn't who you think he is? Join us as we uncover the mysteries of Hades with our special guest Jamie Waggoner, an accomplished author, pagan priestess, and expert in the occult. Jamie shatters common misconceptions by distinguishing Hades from the devil, providing clarity on the difference betwe…

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How the dean of top global MBA program INSEAD is shaping the next generation of leaders 21:34

2M ago21:34

21:34

On the latest This is Working, Francisco Veloso, dean of top-ranked international business school INSEAD, talks to LinkedIn editor in chief Dan Roth about overhauling the curriculum to include sustainability and spur students to think about their decisions in terms of global impact as part of a mission to better prepare the next generation of tech …

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The 6 Biggest Questions About Chinese Characters—Answered! 34:49

2M ago34:49

34:49

If you're learning Chinese, these are the must-know answers about Chinese characters. Join Jared and John as they dive into key questions like: Should you learn characters right from the start? Is handwriting really necessary? Should you choose simplified or traditional? Get clear, practical advice and actionable tips that will transform the way yo…

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This is Quick: INSEAD dean Francisco Veloso talks physics, pilates, Mandarin, and mobilization 10:45

2M ago10:45

10:45

This week on our rapid fire Q&A, Francisco Veloso, the dean of INSEAD business school (#2 on LinkedIn’s Top MBA list), applies the Heisenberg uncertainty principle to explain how an early love of physics bought him time to figure out a career plan. He also talks about picking up social media skills from Gen Z, learning from Mary Meaney’s effective …

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The Enchanted Garden - Monica Crosson 36:06

2M ago36:06

36:06

Text the Show Unlock the secrets of your own backyard with Monica Crossan, our master gardener and enchanting guest. Discover how you can transform your garden no matter where you live or what your gardening skills are. From practical tips to magical spells, Monica shares insights from her book, "A Year in the Enchanted Garden," and offers accessib…

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TIAA CEO Thasunda Brown Duckett’s strategy for living life like a “diversified portfolio” 11:01

2M ago11:01

11:01

This week on our rapid fire Q&A, TIAA CEO Thasunda Brown Duckett explains why she thinks “work-life balance is a lie,” and how she instead frames her life like a diversified portfolio — recalibrating when necessary to outperform over time. She also talks about how practicing gratitude helps her stay productive and the importance of being open to fe…

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Characters, Cocktails, and Karaoke: How Mike Kennedy Blended Passion and Chinese 30:59

2M ago30:59

30:59

During a trip to Hong Kong, Mike Kennedy haphazardly began studying Chinese characters which started him on a path he could have never imagined. His growing passion for Chinese drove him to co-found Jinbu Pal, a reading app for Chinese, and start a YouTube channel where he makes cocktails in Chinese. From visiting factories in China to karaoke bars…

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How TIAA CEO Thasunda Brown Duckett is humanizing the retirement crisis and inspiring her workforce to engage in a shared mission to fix it 23:10

2M ago23:10

23:10

As the CEO of TIAA, Thasunda Brown Duckett makes a point of showing the human impact of the investment advisory firm’s work. On the latest This is Working, Duckett talks to LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth about the creative leadership methods she employs to foster genuine feedback and motivate her workforce to share her mission to fix America’s…

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This is Quick: Avelo Airlines founder & CEO Andrew Levy strategy for taking calculated risks 9:20

3M ago9:20

9:20

This week on our rapid fire Q&A, Avelo Airlines founder & CEO Andrew Levy shares his tips for managing a busy schedule, including prioritizing time for deep thinking every day. He also talks about learning to trust his gut when it comes to going all-in on major business decisions, and he imparts his best advice for aspiring entrepreneurs who want t…

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Language Learning Adventures: The Role of Randomness and Unpredictability 19:23

3M ago19:23

19:23

Jared and John explore how randomness and unpredictability can prepare you for adventures in your Chinese learning journey. From spontaneous conversations with native speakers to the unexpected challenges that push you out of your comfort zone, they delve into why seeking variety and embracing randomness are not only the “spice of life” but also ke…

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Elhoim Leafar - Part 1 30:54

3M ago30:54

30:54

Text the Show Join us as we interview a wonderful person from Venezuela who brings some insight into South American Spiritualism. I learned A LOT! Elhoim Leafar (NY) Author of 'Dream Witchery' (Llewellyn Books) is an astrologer, dowser, tarot reader, and urban spiritual worker from Amazonas, Venezuela. Elhoim was initiated into Traditional Venezuel…

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Elhoim Leafar - Part 2 31:54

3M ago31:54

31:54

Text the Show Join us for the second part of this interview with a wonderful person from Venezuela who brings some insight into South American Spiritualism. I learned A LOT! Elhoim Leafar (NY) Author of 'Dream Witchery' (Llewellyn Books) is an astrologer, dowser, tarot reader, and urban spiritual worker from Amazonas, Venezuela. Elhoim was initiate…

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Avelo Airlines founder & CEO Andrew Levy’s strategy for competing in the crowded skies 21:03

3M ago21:03

21:03

Andrew Levy shocked a lot of people when he resigned as CFO of United Airlines in 2018 to create a new airline. On the latest This is Working, the Avelo Airlines founder and CEO talks to LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth about why he launched a startup in an already saturated industry of giants — seeing an opportunity to tap underserved markets w…

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The Mandarin Tree 41:48

3M ago41:48

41:48

Text the Show The Mandarin Tree - Manifest Joy, Luck, and Magic!!! Authors Pamela Chen & Samantha Blossom Published by Llewellyn Asian American Mystics teaching you how to use ancient, Far Eastern magic in a modernized way, no matter your background or experience level. With their help, you can shift your mindset and unlock divine success through s…

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This is Quick: Whole Foods CEO Jason Buechel on snacking, strategic meetings, and conscious capitalism 12:03

3M ago12:03

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This week on our rapid fire Q&A, Whole Foods CEO Jason Buechel shares his productivity tips, including how spending 15 minutes a week adjusting the calendar can save hours each day. Buechel also talks about how the concept of conscious capitalism changed the way he leads, and why it's important to be patient when it comes to the trajectory of your …

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From the Classroom to China: Teenagers Putting their Chinese to the Test 36:21

3M ago36:21

36:21

In this special episode, host Jared Turner takes you inside a study abroad trip to China with a group of teenagers including his two sons. These teenagers, who have been learning Chinese for years in a dual language immersion program, finally get to put their skills to the test in the wild, navigating real-world challenges, stepping out of their co…

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How Whole Foods CEO Jason Buechel fosters local feedback to fuel a global strategy 19:45

3M ago19:45

19:45

A major priority of Whole Foods CEO Jason Buechel’s leadership involves in-person store visits to gather feedback from employees, suppliers and customers to get a better understanding of how things are working. On the latest This is Working, LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth talks to Buechel about his strategy of keeping the multinational market …

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This is Quick: Jamie Dimon's productivity hacks and thoughts on dealing with failure 9:10

4M ago9:10

9:10

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon takes part in our rapid fire Q&A, sharing the habits that keep him productive, such as turning notifications off and keeping track of his day with a simple sheet of paper. Dimon offers unique career advice, including why you shouldn’t rely on a mentor or set your sights on a CEO role. He also speaks candidly about wha…

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Is Your Chinese as Good as You Think it is? Confronting the Dunning-Kruger Effect 22:32

4M ago22:32

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Do you think your Chinese skills are better than they actually are? You might not be alone. This cognitive bias can cause learners to overestimate their proficiency, leading to overconfidence and potential setbacks in their language journey. Jared and John share personal anecdotes and experiences, breaking down the stages of language learning where…

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How JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon is innovating talent acquisition and skills development 21:14

4M ago21:14

21:14

Jamie Dimon is one of the most admired leaders in business for his nearly two decades of innovative leadership, steering JPMorgan Chase out of a financial crisis to become the largest bank in the U.S., with $2.6 trillion dollars in assets and over 240,000 employees. On the latest "This is Working," LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth talks to Dimon…

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This is Quick: Former Barstool Sports CEO Erika Ayers Badan on the importance of embracing feedback and failure 9:49

4M ago9:49

9:49

This week on our rapid fire Q&A, LinkedIn Senior Producer Sarah Storm talks to Erika Ayers Badan, Food52 CEO, author of “Nobody Cares About Your Career,” and the former CEO of Barstool Sports. Erika talks about learning to see feedback as a gift and the moment that led her to dramatically change what she did for a living. She also shares her top ca…

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Tarot Every Witch Way - Lilith Dorsey 38:59

4M ago38:59

38:59

Text the Show A wonderful conversation with Lilith Dorsey about beliefs, magic, and her newest release Tarot Every Witch Way. For more information, and how to engage with Lilith... www.lilithdorsey.com IG: @LilithDorsey Support the show Granddaughter Crow - www.granddaughtercrow.com Check Out My Patreon https://www.patreon.com/GranddaughterCrow Soc…

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Animal Companions & Familiars - Dodie Graham McKay 38:44

4M ago38:44

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Text the Show Engage in this wonderful topic about our animal companions and familiars. With Dodie Graham McKay. Website: https://www.dodiegrahammckay.com/ Facebook: Dodie Graham McKay - Books an Films Instagram: dodie_gm My candle side hustle business: Website: https://www.dodiegrahammckay.com/covensteadcandleco Support the show Granddaughter Crow…

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From Reluctant Traveler to Fluent Speaker: Cleopatra’s Chinese Language Adventure 47:57

4M ago47:57

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Cleopatra Wise initially had no desire to learn a foreign language but after being convinced to go to China for a class trip, her visit to Shanghai became a transformative experience that sparked her interest in learning the language. She embarked on a quest to learn Chinese which ended up with her working in Taiwan, Beijing, and later working for …

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This is Quick: Slutty Vegan founder Pinky Cole on the best advice she got from restauranteur mentor Danny Meyer 9:45

4M ago9:45

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This week on our rapid-fire Q&A, Slutty Vegan founder and CEO Pinky Cole talks about the mentorship of restaurateur and Slutty Vegan investor Danny Meyer, learning to appreciate the small wins when larger goals aren’t achieved, and why she wants to call her next book: “Never Take Your Hands Off the Wheel.” Have questions you want to hear on This is…

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Sacred Tears - A Witches Guide to Grief 41:28

4M ago41:28

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Text the Show Courtney Weber is a Witch, award-winning author, Tarot adviser, and influencer. She is the author of Brigid: History, Mystery, and Magick of the Celtic Goddess; Tarot for One: The Art of Reading for Yourself; The Morrigan: Celtic Goddess of Magick and Might; Hekate: Goddess of Witches and Sacred Tears: A Witch’s Guide To Grief. She is…

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Slutty Vegan founder and CEO Pinky Cole’s relentless drive to build an empire 28:13

4M ago28:13

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The restaurant industry is notoriously difficult to succeed in. Slutty Vegan founder and CEO Pinky Cole knows that firsthand. She pushed through a lot of failures to build her restaurant empire and she writes about that journey in her latest book “I Hope You Fail.” In today's podcast conversation, LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth and Senior Prod…

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When to Start Reading for Maximum Fluency 25:22

5M ago25:22

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Discover why reading in Chinese is a game-changer for fluency and learn the best time to start using graded readers. Jared and John break down the benefits of extensive reading and offer tips on how to integrate graded readers into your study routine for maximum impact. Whether you're a beginner or intermediate learner, find out how reading can acc…

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Chakras & Shadow Work - Stefani Michelle 33:48

5M ago33:48

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Text the Show This is a wonderful episode about how you can magically work with your chakras and all its aspects, to include the shadow side, to achieve the life that you want. Stefani has been an intuitive healer her whole life studying metaphysics and energy with her mother since the 80's. She enjoyed a career in education and obtained degrees in…

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This is Quick: Delta CEO Ed Bastian on the biggest “aha” moment of his career 9:07

5M ago9:07

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This week on our rapid-fire Q&A, Delta CEO Ed Bastian shares what he learned when he quit the company in 2005 and was asked to come back mere months later to lead a restructuring. Ed also talks about the importance of positioning yourself for success vs. going for the bigger paycheck. Have a question you want to hear on This is Quick? Share your co…

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