Best Chine Podcasts (2024)

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Chinese Podcast EP113: From Zero to Intermediate Chine Only with Dashu Mandarin?! 只听大叔中文中文从零到中级！ 41:00

8d ago41:00

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In this video, we share how a student used Dashu Mandarin podcast to advance from a complete beginner to an intermediate level in Chinese. We’ll also discuss another student’s story that made the Uncles feel sad and reveal the snacks the Uncles love. As a blind box question podcast, the three of us randomly ask each other questions, providing an en…

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IBM Exits China, CCP Launches Housing Pension System, and Chines Coast Guard Rams Philippine Ship 24:38

10d ago24:38

24:38

IBM announced they'll be ending their research and development operations in China, impacting over 1,000 jobs. But they're not cutting these jobs, just relocating them outside of China. Miles explains why. Next, Miles details the CCP's new "housing pension system" and closes with the latest collision in the South China Sea when a Chinese Coast Guar…

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Chinese Podcast EP115: What do You Consider Cheating? 什么才算是出轨？ 45:53

3h ago45:53

45:53

In this episode of our Chinese podcast, we dive into two intriguing topics: What counts as cheating in a relationship? What would you tell your younger self if you had the chance? And finally, we continue with our blind box theme, where each Uncle brings up a surprise question for the others to answer. Tune in for thought-provoking discussions, and…

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s2e32 History of Prints Maria Sibylla Merian 1:30:27

7h ago1:30:27

1:30:27

In this History of Prints episode of Platemark, host Ann Shafer and subject matter expert Tru Ludwig explore the extraordinary life and legacy of Maria Sibylla Merian. Celebrated for her pioneering work on insect metamorphosis and her detailed illustrations of flora and fauna, Merian's journey took her to Suriname where she documented local species…

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Chinese Adoptions Stopped, Investment Bankers Jailed, and Nationalist Sports Fans Embarrassed 30:18

8h ago30:18

30:18

The Chinese Communist Party announced that it will no longer allow international adoptions of Chinese children. Hudson expert Miles Yu analyzes whether the cause is demographics, politics, or something else. Then we move to the recent detention of Chinese investment bankers to evaluate why the CCP is going after them now, and how the move could spo…

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Chinese Podcast EP114: What Scares You the Most? 你最害怕什么？ 44:10

1d ago44:10

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In this episode of our Chinese podcast, we continue with our blind box theme, where each Uncle prepares three questions, and the other two answer them. The theme of this episode is "What scares you the most?" We also discuss, "If you could have an expert give you guidance 24/7, what kind of expert would you choose?" and "Would you want to get a tat…

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NY Political Advisor Indicted as Chinese Agent, Chinese Veteran Mistreatment, and Lai Turns Annexation Tables 31:52

3d ago31:52

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Linda Sun, a New York public official and senior advisor for New York governors Cuomo and Hochol, has been charged with being a Chinese agent while in office. Miles Yu addresses what she is accused of, and takes a wider look at the history of Chinese espionage. Next, we analyze why a seemingly local fender-bender turned into a microcosm demonstrati…

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s3e64 starting a printshop with Jenny Robinson 1:18:21

3d ago1:18:21

1:18:21

In this episode of Platemark, host Ann Shafer talks with renowned printmaker Jenny Robinson who recently opened up her eponymous print shop in Sydney, Australia. Jenny shares her experiences moving from America to Slovenia during the Trump era, integrating into Slovenia's printmaking community, and ultimately relocating to Sydney, Australia, to est…

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Chinese Podcast EP112: The Chinese Story That Changed Your Life 改变你人生的中文故事 44:18

16d ago44:18

44:18

In this episode of Dashu Mandarin, we explore "The Chinese Story That Changed Your Life" and discuss the profound impact of certain stories on our lives. We also introduce our specially written Chinese storybook (Chinese Stories for Intermediate Learners: The Talking Cat: Dashu Mandarin Chinese Reader Volume I ) designed for learners. Join us as we…

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s3e63 multi-plate color etching with printer Peter Pettengill 1:35:55

17d ago1:35:55

1:35:55

In s3e63 of Platemark, podcast host Ann Shafer talks with collaborative printer Peter Pettengill. Peter founded Wingate Studio in 1985 on his family’s dairy farm in Hinsdale, NH. Originally trained at Crown Point Press, Peter specializes in multi-plate color etchings. Now semi-retired, Peter’s son James has taken over the operating of the shop, tho…

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Hudson Fellows Urge International Recognition of Taiwan, Economic Nationalism Strikes Again, and 120 Years of Deng Xiaoping's Legacy 23:37

17d ago23:37

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Senior Fellow, Miles Yu, reacts to our very own Hudson colleague, Nikki Haley, who delivered a speech in Taiwan last week urging the US to do more to elevate Taiwan on the international stage. But how? Next he details the dangerous trend of economic nationalism under the Chines Communist Party in light of an Olympic medalist buying an iPhone instea…

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Chinese Podcast EP111: Chinese Uncles Turn into Chinese Aunties 大叔们变成大妈会怎样？ 46:42

29d ago46:42

46:42

Welcome to dashu mandarin store: dashumandarin.com Today, we’re letting our imaginations run wild! The three uncle-hosts asked a hilariously intriguing question: What if Chinese Uncles Turned into Chinese Aunties? In this episode, they dive into a fun and creative discussion, imagining how their lives would change if they suddenly became Chinese Au…

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Millionaires Flee China, CCP Money Floods US Universities, and Doping Overshadows Chinese Olympians 32:37

24d ago32:37

32:37

Miles Yu examines the large exodus of wealthy Chinese who are working to get their money out of China, revealing why this is happening, where the money is going, and how they are pulling it off. Next, he focuses on the Chinese Communist Party’s flood of money into American colleges and why US universities are still so attractive to Chinese academic…

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Insider Interview: Confronting the CCP by Learning from past Mistakes (feat. James Fennell & Bradley Thayer) 41:35

1M ago41:35

41:35

How much engagement is too much engagement with the Chinese Communist Party? How do we hold the CCP accountable? What kind of policy has ever worked to change CCP behavior? Authors of the new book Embracing Communist China: America's Greatest Strategic Failure James Fennell and Bradley Thayer join host Miles Yu to answer these questions by looking …

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Chinese Podcast EP110: Do you have middle age crisis?丨中国人的中年危机 50:05

1M ago50:05

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Have you ever experienced a midlife crisis? How do you deal with it when life hits a turning point? In this episode of our Chinese podcast, the three uncle-hosts openly share their stories and reflections on facing a midlife crisis. Learn fluent Chinese with Dashu Mandarin Chinese podcast!你有没有经历过中年危机？面对人生的转折点，你是如何应对的？在这一期的中文播客中，三位大叔主持人坦诚分享了他们关于中年危机…

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The CCP Attacks Online Freedom, Tim Walz and the History of US China Hands, and BRI Protests? 24:43

1M ago24:43

24:43

The Chinese Communist Party is looking at a new big-brother-esque tech policy that would assign Chinese citizens a cyber-ID for their online activity. Miles Yu details why this is another totalitarian move meant to monitor speech, control dissidents, and limit online freedom. Second, amidst Kamala Harris’s selection of Tim Walz as her running mate,…

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s3e62 artist Teresa Cole on the humanness of pattern 1:00:04

1M ago1:00:04

1:00:04

In this five-part mini-series, Ann is talking to five artists who were selected to be included in an exhibition called 5X5, that was part of Print Austin's winter festival this year in 2024. The juror of the show is Mysczka Lewis, who is a curator at Tandem Press. Next up is Teresa Cole, an artist and printmaker from New Orleans. She has taught at …

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Chinese Podcast EP109: What if You Lived a Different Life丨平行空间的第二人生 46:20

2M ago46:20

46:20

What if You Lived a Different Life? What would you be like in a parallel universe?平行空间的另一个你是怎样的？三位大叔将带你进入一个充满想象力和趣味的讨论 — 如果大叔们不是中文老师，他们会选择什么职业，过着怎样的人生呢？这是一次深入了解大叔们内心世界的机会。或许，你也会开始思考，平行空间的自己，会是怎样的一个人呢？Three Dashu—if they weren't Chinese teachers, what careers would they choose, and what kind of lives would they lead? This is an opportunity to gain d…

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The CCP Plays Politics with Paris Olympics, Attempts Peace in the Middle East, and Raises Retirement Ages 27:01

1M ago27:01

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With the Paris Olympics in full swing, Miles Yu analyzes how the Chinese Communist Party approaches international sports and plays politics with one of the greatest venues for displaying soft power. Miles then talks about China hosting Palestinian leaders in Beijing in a failed attempt to form a Palestinian unity government. He ends by explaining t…

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Chinese Podcast Ep108: What is your most awkward moment?丨你最尴尬的时刻是什么?丨 42:31

1M ago42:31

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What is your most awkward moment? Today's Chinese Podcast we will play 盲盒问题， of which we will throw questions to each other randomly. Let's learn Chinese together through conversation in mandarin! 你人生中最尴尬的时刻是什么？今天大叔中文玩起了“盲盒”趣味问答，让我们在笑声中一起学习中文吧！

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Japan and Europe Coordinate Air Forces, China Explores the Arctic, and Xi's Online Authoritarianism 25:30

2M ago25:30

25:30

Miles analyzes another round of joint exercises involving Japan, but this time with Germany, France and Spain to conduct air drills with its Air Self Defense Force. Miles details why Japan has become such a coveted global partner, and why European countries are taking increased notice of the China threat. Next we explore China’s activity in the arc…

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s3e61 artist Annalise Gratovich on chine collé 1:12:25

2M ago1:12:25

1:12:25

Wondering how far you can take chine collé in a project? Listen in as Annalise Gratovich tells us all about this method of adding thin pieces of hand-dyed papers to giant woodcuts. In s3e61 of Platemark, podcast host Ann Shafer continues talking to artists included in Print Austin’s 5x5 exhibition, juried by Myzska Lewis, a curator at Tandem Press.…

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Chinese Podcast EP107: Chinese boys are horrible丨可怕又糟糕的中国男人丨 42:40

2M ago42:40

42:40

These Chinese men are horrible! 妈宝男，渣男，凤凰男，家暴男，普信男，大男子主义，擦边男... In today's podcast, we will have a fun conversation in Chinese with all the popular Chinese Internet Slangs related to Chinese men. We will explain each type of Chinese boys and share our thought about them.

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Japan and Taiwan Joint Maritime Exercise, Vietnam Party Leader Passes, and Robotaxi's Cause Viral Frustration 30:34

2M ago30:34

30:34

Last week Japan and Taiwan coordinated coast guards in a joint maritime exercise, the first of it's kind in over 50 years. Expert Miles Yu explains what the Chinese Communist Party's reaction was and what it could mean for regional alliances. Next, Miles details the unique regional importance of Vietnam in light of the death of Vietnamese Communist…

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s2e31 History of Prints The Enlightenment (part two) 1:59:52

2M ago1:59:52

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Enlightenment publications on human anatomy changed the way artists understood their place in the world. Check out these examples of life-changing images brought to you by prints in books! In s2e31 of Platemark’s History of Prints series, Tru and Ann continue their discussion of the Enlightenment. This time they look at several publications that pu…

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Insider Interview | Deterring China with Red Lines Backed by Capability and Resolve (feat. John Lee) 34:49

2M ago34:49

34:49

Deterring the aggressive ambitions of Xi Jinping and the Chinese Communist Party will require more than just setting red lines. Hudson Senior Fellow, John Lee, joins host Miles Yu to explain why it will require an international coalition with both the capability and resolve to effectively counter the CCP with strategies that both deny and impose co…

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Chinese Podcast EP106:Chinese Girl Lifestyle丨Chinese Gen Z living abroad 中国的零零后女生出乎你的想象 51:41

2M ago51:41

51:41

In today's chinese podcast, we welcome a young Chinese girl in her early twenties, Jieyu, who will share her unique experience of living abroad for the first time. This episode invites you into the world of Chinese Gen Z girls. Their lifestyle and thoughts might surprise you. Join us to hear Jieyu's amazing stories and feel her courage and adventur…

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s2e30 History of Prints The Enlightenment (part one) 1:38:24

2M ago1:38:24

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In Platemark’s History of Prints series, we are leaving the Baroque behind and are turning to the Enlightenment. The late seventeenth and eighteenth century is a fascinating time when social ideas focused on the value of knowledge in all sectors. Rationalism and empiricism led to the scientific revolution, the separation of church and state, litera…

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Rising Xenophobia in China, The Third Plenum, and Toxic Contamination of Cooking Oils 24:40

2M ago24:40

24:40

After yet another stabbing attack hit headlines, which saw a Chinese man attack a Japanese woman and her son, Miles Yu explains why the Chinese Communist Party and its state-fueled propaganda machine are at fault for rising xenophobia in China. The episode goes on to explain what to expect from the CCP's Third Plenum, and finishes covering an inves…

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Chinese Podcast EP105: Learn Chinese with StoryTelling丨Comprehensible input chinese丨Good chinese teacher丨 48:20

2M ago48:20

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Welcome two exceptional Chinese teachers: Suqing laoshi from channel of Comprehensible Chinese, and Keren laoshi from channel of Unconventional Chinese with Keren. Both teachers specialize in using the Comprehensible Input teaching method for Chinese language instruction. In this episode, we will discuss how to learn Chinese through storytelling. J…

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A NATO for the Indo-Pacific, Chinese Maritime Aggression, and Miles in Taipei 25:10

2M ago25:10

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With the NATO Summit happening in Washington D.C. this week, Miles details why multilateral engagement in Asia through NATO expansion, or the establishment of a NATO-like alliance, would be such an effective bulwark against the Chinese Communist Party. Secondly, we cover some of China's latest acts of maritime aggression against Taiwan and the Phil…

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Chinese Podcast EP104: How to study in China in 2025? 2025年如何去中国留学？ 44:55

3M ago44:55

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Planning to study in China in 2025? How to Study in China? Then it's time to start preparing now. We attended a study abroad fair and gathered the latest information about studying in China, whether it's for undergraduate programs, master's degrees, or language courses. Tune in to find out what study materials you need and learn about the new polic…

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More Military Purges, Xi’ Plan for “Peaceful Coexistence,” and China’s Repression of Religious Freedom 28:05

3M ago28:05

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Miles Yu reacts to Xi Jinping's latest purging of a plethora of military leaders including China's defense minister, and Xi's speech commemorating 70 years of the Chinese Communist Party's “Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence.” Meanwhile, the U.S. Department of State released its annual report on International Religious Freedom and detailed the…

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s3e60 deep dive on Dox Thrash with dealer Ron Rumford 1:07:49

2M ago1:07:49

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African-American artist Dox Thrash is in the spotlight on s3e60 of Platemark. Podcast host Ann Shafer speaks with Ron Rumford, director of Dolan/Maxwell, a private gallery in Philadelphia, which has a particular specialty in the prints of Stanley William Hayter and the associated artists of Atelier 17, as well as Black artists of the same era, such…

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Chinese Podcast EP103: How do Chinese Think of the Netherlands 中国人对荷兰的刻板印象 40:15

3M ago40:15

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What do Chinese think of the Neitherlands? Today we have a dutch guest to share his opinions about Holland. Hope this Chinese podcast serve as a great Chinese listening material for improve Chinese listening and Chinese speaking. 今天的中文播客，两位中文老师跟荷兰人一起聊聊荷兰，聊聊中国人对荷兰的刻板印象。希望大家喜欢我们的中文学习材料，希望我们的谈话能对提高中文听力有帮助!…

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Insider Interview: China Is a Dangerous Outlier in Global Energy Arena (feat. Tom Duesterberg) 36:59

3M ago36:59

36:59

China is a destructive outlier in the global energy arena. Fifty-five percent of its power still comes from coal, and 17% comes from hydroelectric dams that generate as much geostrategic conflict as they do power. On the other hand, they are attempting to lead the world in electric vehicles and nuclear power. So how does the Chinese Communist Party…

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CCP Lawfare Against Taiwan, Xi Demands Military Loyalty, and the Pyongyang Summit 32:44

3M ago32:44

32:44

The Chinese Communist Party publicly threatened to use the death penalty against separatists who support and advocate for an independent Taiwan, Xi Jinping emphasized loyalty at a People's Liberation Army meeting to ensure that "the party controls the gun," and Vladimir Putin and Kim Jun Un signed a defense pact in Pyonyang to keep Xi on his toes i…

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Chinese Podcast EP102: Fun Facts about Chinese Culture and Chinese language 中国文化和汉语的有趣现象 34:57

3M ago34:57

34:57

Curious about what makes Chinese culture so unique and the language so captivating? In this video, we uncover some surprising and lesser-known facts that will leave you amazed. What hidden gems lie within the traditions and linguistic nuances of China? Join us to find out and prepare to have your perceptions challenged in delightful ways!#chinesecu…

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Americans Attacked in China, India’s Regional Importance, and European Tariffs on Chinese EVs 24:43

3M ago24:43

24:43

Miles Yu assesses the state of US-Chinese relations after a group of American travelers to China were targeted in a stabbing attack during their visit. He then highlights India's increased importance as a geo-strategic counter to Xi Jinping's regional bullying in the the Indo-Pacific, as well as Europe's attempt at curbing Chinese EV market manipul…

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s3e59 satirical etchings with artist David Avery 56:06

3M ago56:06

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In s3e59, Platemark host Ann Shafer sits down with David Avery to talk shop. David is an etcher, who restrains his work in both size and palette, but manages to tackle big topics. His social commentary is stinging and remarkable in that it comes in such a small package. These etchings pack a punch. Ann and David talk about absurdist literature, sta…

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Chinese Podcast EP101: Can You Learn Chinese Better in China? 在中国就一定能学好中文吗？ 46:52

3M ago46:52

46:52

His experience in China has two completely different phases: starting with zero Chinese language skills for the first few years, then becoming fluent in Chinese and able to communicate with locals. How did he achieve this transformation? Today, we have a special guest on our show, a Mexican guy named 乐文, who has been living in China for over 10 yea…

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