Best ChinesePod Podcasts (2024)

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Newbie | Stuffy Room 12:11

1h ago12:11

12:11

Is it any wonder that Chinese uses the same character for "stuffy" and "depressed"? In this podcast, learn how to use Mandarin to complain about a hot, stuffy room. Better still, learn what to do about it. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1053

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Upper-intermediate | Designing the New Apartment 2 18:14

1h ago18:14

18:14

You've designed the apartment of your dreams. You've picked out furniture in your mind. Now it's time to get cracking on the details. We're not talking about decorative details here - we're talking about essential, practical details like electrical outlets, plumbing and even where to keep the rice cooker. Join us to learn all of this valuable langu…

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Advanced | 饕客博主 Food Blogger 27:05

3d ago27:05

27:05

网络世界里可不只有红“人”，也有人是靠着对于兴趣的坚持而得到关注的，这类的博主通常确实有本事，也很用心，今天的对话里面我们就会看到一个对表达美食之"美"有强烈坚持的博主。另一方面，透过对话中夸张的情感表达，要让同学更进一步认识“语气词”的丰富色彩。 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/3044

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Advanced | 【对话】我记得上周你说你们单元有个电梯运行异常 | [Conversation] I remember last week you said there was an elevator in your unit that was not functioning properly | Mandarin Chinese Story 1:24

1d ago1:24

1:24

Zhang Jun was trapped in an elevator yesterday, but maintenance arrived promptly. It was the elevator that he felt strange last week. Wang Jun was surprised that even Zhang Jun knew the elevator had something wrong, he still took it. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Manda…

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Beginner | 线下商场都开始亏钱了 | Offline malls have started losing money | Mandarin Chinese Story 0:43

1d ago0:43

0:43

Both Zhang Li and Gao Yue prefer online shopping. They both agree Online shopping's rise leads to less street shopping. For this, Zhang Li's mom decides to sell her commercial properties. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese, for your level. Full text in Chin…

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Intermediate | 【对话】张杰公开别人手机号的这个行为可能涉及侵权 | [Conversation] Zhang Jie's act of disclosing someone else's cell phone number may involve copyright infringement | Mandarin Chinese Story 1:15

1d ago1:15

1:15

Singer Zhang Jie was stormed by the internet because he “disclosed” someone else's cell phone number during a concert. Lin Meng and Zhang Ying are discussing the incident. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese, for your level. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz …

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Listen, Learn & Speak: Audio Can Do Chinese #11 - How to Ask for a Word in Chinese 16:13

1d ago16:13

16:13

learn how to ask for a word in ChineseBy ChineseClass101.com

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Elementary | Hungry Traveler: Xi'an 15:56

2h ago15:56

15:56

ChinesePod's Hungry Traveler series makes a stop in Xi'an to try some delicious local dishes like 肉夹馍 (ròujiāmó) and 羊肉泡馍 (yángròupàomó). Hope you've worked up an appetite Poddies! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2244

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Advanced | Chinese Medicine 28:42

2h ago28:42

28:42

中医的许多道理听起来总是非常抽象，然而却深深影响着中国人对于生活作息的观念与作法，同时也无处不在地出现在日常生活用语或是成语当中，今天我们就从语言上来稍微破解中医的基本养生观念，了解这些，你就能更进一步地从语言进入到中华文化的另一个层面了。 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/3039

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Intermediate | Reporting a Loss 12:04

1h ago12:04

12:04

Question: What do your mind, your life and your wallet all have in common? Answer: You can lose them! Listen to today's Chinese podcast to learn about what to do if you lose something (except your mind or life-- we can't really help you much there.) Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1114

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Upper-intermediate | Designing the New Apartment 18:48

1h ago18:48

18:48

Tired of making do with rented apartments designed in ways that don't suit your needs? Well today's ChinesePod lesson will cover the basics for designing your new apartment. Get everything you want (or, as the case may be, everything your spouse wants) in your new place! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1346…

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Newbie | I want coffee! 11:08

41m ago11:08

11:08

China has the soy bean, hairy bean, and the mung bean. What about the coffee bean? In today's podcast, you'll learn how to get your daily dose, in Mandarin Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1049

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Advanced | 出轨 Celebrity Affair 29:11

2h ago29:11

29:11

结了婚的男人在外面有小三，有人认为没什么好奇怪的、也没什么好生气的，但也有人认为这是一种绝对不可以容忍的行为，你觉得呢？ Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/3036

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Beginner | 去北京工作会让我有新的烦恼 | Going to work in Beijing will give me new worries | Mandarin Chinese Story 0:56

9d ago0:56

0:56

Gao Jin tells Li Yang that he now has two opportunities to work in Beijing. Li Yang knows that Gao Jin has always wanted to work in Beijing, so he is happy for him. However, Gao Jin says that working in Beijing will give him new worries. And his new worries are... Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a…

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Advanced | 中国首条跨省“飞的”正式开始运营 | China's first inter-provincial “flying” officially began operations | Mandarin Chinese Story 1:13

9d ago1:13

1:13

The country's first inter-provincial scheduled low-altitude passenger transportation route from Shanghai Pudong Airport to the Kunshan Terminal in Jiangsu Province has reportedly been officially opened. It has shortened what was previously a more than two-hour drive to a 25-minute flight. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journ…

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Intermediate | 00后奥运冠军备受关注 | An Post-00 Olympic Champion is in the Spotlight | Mandarin Chinese Story 1:02

1h ago1:02

1:02

Pan Zhanle is the men's 100-meter freestyle champion at this year's Paris Olympics. He is also the world record holder in the 100-meter freestyle. And he outdid himself and broke his own record at the Paris Olympics. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese, for …

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Advanced | 火冒三丈 Bloody Furious 24:13

35m ago24:13

24:13

气得要命的时候，身边只有中国朋友，好想马上发泄一下又不知道该怎么说？快来听听今天的课吧！In this dialogue, a husband returns home from work in a terrible mood, having just had an argument with someone on the street. The wife tries to calm him by preparing some tea and putting on his favourite jazz. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/3033

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Elementary | Hungry Traveler: Yunnan 16:25

2h ago16:25

16:25

Today ChinesePod's Hungry Traveller is going to southwest China's Yunnan province. This region's diverse landscapes and ethnic groups are mirrored in its very unique cuisine. Learn about a few of its most famous dishes in this scrumptious show! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1415

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Intermediate | Lao Wang's Office 14: The Finale 13:15

1h ago13:15

13:15

We've followed the intrepid Lao Wang through good times and bad. Now, let's watch his final exchange (in Chinese, naturally) with his long-suffering wife. Today's Mandarin podcast has a few surprises-- don't miss it! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1235

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Chinese Vocab Builder S1 #22 - House Work 2:25

7d ago2:25

2:25

learn words and phrases related to houseworkBy ChineseClass101.com

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Throwback Thursday S1 #94 - Can’t Afford to Take a Cantonese Class? Here's the Solution! 2:46

7d ago2:46

2:46

discover effective strategies and tips for learning CantoneseBy CantoneseClass101.com

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Upper-intermediate | An Invitation to the God of Wealth 17:06

2d ago17:06

17:06

Interested in starting out the new year with fortune in your favor? Considering starting a business? Well check out this podcast to learn how to get the cosmos on your side. Today's lesson has a bit of everything: great language and cultural insight! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1359

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Newbie | To bag or not to bag? 12:33

2d ago12:33

12:33

Since last summer, getting a plastic bag when you shop in the People's Republic has gotten a little more expensive. Listen to this Chinese podcast and learn how to cut waste, reduce litter, and give some love to Mother Earth, in one fell swoop. It's in the bag! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1043…

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Advanced | 金马奖 Film Festivals 23:00

9d ago23:00

23:00

除了美国的奥斯卡奖，你还知道哪些电影奖呢？今天的课程要介绍的是华语电影界主要的一些奖项，也要聊聊过去一年优秀的华语电影作品，并且从金马奖的得奖记录里看看华语电影过去数十年间的演变与发展，喜欢电影的你，别错过咯！ Today we learn about the Chinese film industry, and a famous awards ceremony. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/3028

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

4d 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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Intermediate | Lao Wang's Office 13: Wang Meets the Big Boss 16:57

4d ago16:57

16:57

Do you get anxious at the thought of your boss? Imagine if your boss ran a criminal syndicate! In today's Chinese podcast, the ever-diligent Lao Wang finally meets his employer. To learn how to introduce yourself to the boss in Mandarin Chinese, please listen to this exciting podcast. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1206…

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Elementary | Hungry Traveler: Shanghai 19:57

8d ago19:57

19:57

Our Hungry Traveler series is taking us to the Pearl of the Orient today. Join us as we explore some of the delicacies that make Shanghai's food so special. We're covering two essential street-side snacks! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1397

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Advanced | 脱单 Finding a Partner 31:23

14d ago31:23

31:23

婚姻大事往往被过度严肃地看待，不过朋友之间这也可以是个拌嘴搞笑的老话题，这一课，我们要摆脱为了父母的期待而找对象这个沉重的大帽子，换个轻松的态度来聊聊“脱单”这个让人有点尴尬又带着点趣味的话题。 Listen to a conversation between two friends discussing marriage and being single. Learn some modern terms for relationships and being single. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/3024

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Beginner | 律师没案子就是没工作 | A lawyer without a case is a lawyer without a job | Mandarin Chinese Story 0:53

16d ago0:53

0:53

Gao Yue shares that she's been frequently traveling for work due to her company's out-of-town cases. Zhang Li expresses concern about her workload, but Gao Yue sees it as a positive opportunity compared to her peers facing job scarcity. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Ma…

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Intermediate | 【对话】为了解决婚姻危机，李阳找来了一个“小三劝退师” | [Conversation] In order to solve the marital crisis, Li Yang has found a “mistress counselor” | Mandarin Chinese Story 1:09

16d ago1:09

1:09

Lin Meng tells Zhang Ying about Li Yang's affair and how a "mistress persuader" was hired to convince the mistress to leave. Zhang Ying inquires about the profession's existence. Lin adds it's niche but well-paid. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese, for you…

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Advanced | 【对话】为什么很多高端餐厅关门了？ | [Conversation] Why are so many high-end restaurants closing? | Mandarin Chinese Story 1:09

16d ago1:09

1:09

The conversation discusses the closure of many high-end restaurants due to reduced expense allowances for senior employees. They compare it to previous situations and agree that adapting business strategies is crucial to avoid significant losses. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese rea…

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Upper-intermediate | Love Tangle 9: The Divorce 18:40

14d ago18:40

18:40

Tune in today to hear the thrilling conclusion to the series Love Tangle. We don't want to spoil the ending - all we'll say is that you might not have seen this one coming! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1453

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Newbie | Do you have a cold? 10:45

7d ago10:45

10:45

Flu season is upon us. Don your surgical mask, get jacked up on Vitamin C, and embrace obsessive-compulsive disorder in any form that involves non-stop hand sterilization. Someone's a-sneezing and if you don't watch out, it's gonna be you. In this lesson, learn to discern if that sneezer is a harbinger of colds to come, in Chinese. Episode link: ht…

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Advanced | 互联网大会 Internet Conference 21:53

17d ago21:53

21:53

互联网已经成为许多人生活的一部份了，关于互联网对人类社会的影响与冲击也成为热门话题。究竟互联网创造了哪些机会？又造成了什么问题？都是世界互联网大会关心的事情。今天的课程将提供你大量与互联网议题相关的词汇，保证让你收获满满。The development of the Internet is accelerating at an unprecedented rate, and we are now at a stage where we can't even predict what will come in the future, and how it could influence society, both for better or worse. Listen to a dialogu…

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Throwback Thursday S1 #58 - How to Learn Cantonese on the Go 4:52

14d ago4:52

4:52

discover effective strategies and tips for learning CantoneseBy CantoneseClass101.com

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Daily Conversations for Beginners #17 - How to Get Your Vegetables in China — Video Conversation 2:33

14d ago2:33

2:33

learn how to express the word "please" correctly with this video conversationBy ChineseClass101.com

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Lower Beginner S1 #16 - Thanks for a Great Chinese Party! 10:44

14d ago10:44

10:44

learn how to use the character 就 which means "then"By ChineseClass101.com

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Daily Conversations for Beginners #17 - Eating Out in Hong Kong — Video Conversation 1:54

14d ago1:54

1:54

learn how to say "everything" with this video conversationBy CantoneseClass101.com

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Listen, Learn & Speak: Audio Can Do Chinese #10 - How to Ask for Clarification 15:37

15d ago15:37

15:37

learn how to ask for clarificationBy ChineseClass101.com

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Intermediate | Lao Wang's Office 12: A Dodgy Opportunity 15:52

9d ago15:52

15:52

Everyone's favorite lovable lug, Lao Wang, is in another tight spot. He's out of work and on the outs with his wife. But wait! Is an old friend offering to help? Or is something more sinister going on? Tune in to this exciting Mandarin podcast and learn how to talk meaningfully about the underworld in Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.c…

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Advanced | 庄子《逍遥游》一 29:35

19d ago29:35

29:35

庄子是中国道家重要的思想家，他的散文以许多充满哲思的寓言为主，处处挑战人们对世界既有的认知，同时也启发人反省自我的生命，从两千年前到现在，始终在中国知识分子的心灵修养上有着不可取代的地位。今天的课程要挑战高级班的你们，从庄子最受欢迎的《逍遥游》原文去接触”第一手”的庄子。现代人虽然已经不说文言文了，但文言的文法、典故在生活中仍是随处可见，有助于提升阅读能力以及对文化的体会。 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2996

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Elementary | Hungry Traveler: Dongbei 18:55

16d ago18:55

18:55

Northeastern Chinese are known for their hearty appetites and hilarious accents. In today's Mandarin podcast, let's look at a few specialties from China's northeast. Learn how to talk in Mandarin about the cooking and culture of China's Rustbelt. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1185

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Learning Strategies #150 - How to Learn Chinese 2x Faster with the Lesson Notes 5:44

17d ago5:44

5:44

discover effective strategies and tips for learning ChineseBy ChineseClass101.com

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Learning Strategies #150 - How to Learn Cantonese 2x Faster with the Lesson Notes 5:44

17d ago5:44

5:44

discover effective strategies and tips for learning CantoneseBy CantoneseClass101.com

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Newbie | Catch the Train 11:54

11d ago11:54

11:54

One foot on the platform, the other foot on the train. Listen to today's Chinese podcast and learn how to talk all about those fateful few moments before the locomotive rolls on out -- in Mandarin. All aboard! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1035

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Upper-intermediate | Love Tangle 8: The Good Husband 17:58

12d ago17:58

17:58

Lulu has a little accident today, forcing Mr. Shen to re-evaluate his priorities. Does he work too much? Is he available for his child? Find out how the couple handles this drama in today's episode of Love Tangle. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1431

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Advanced | 绍兴黄酒 Shaoxing Wine 26:44

11d ago26:44

26:44

你应该常常听到关于上海、北京等等地方的事情，但是“绍兴”你可能没听过；也许你知道中国人爱喝茶，但你可能不知道“酒”对中国人的精神生活有多深的影响。这一课要带你来认识绍兴的黄酒，以及中国文人的饮酒文化。 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2984

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Advanced | 一些厂二代成功在网上打造了自己的IP | Some Factory IIs have succeeded in creating their own IPs online | Mandarin Chinese Story 1:25

23d ago1:25

1:25

A lot of factory second-generation people have become internet celebrities. Compared to managing factories, they born in the Internet era are really better at doing online marketing. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese, for your level. Full text in Chinese, …

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Beginner | 性格测试说我适合做律师 | Personality test says I'm cut out to be a lawyer | Mandarin Chinese Story 0:39

23d ago0:39

0:39

Gao Jin did not expect Zhang Li to become a lawyer. Zhang Li explains that she became a lawyer because the personality test she took before she went to college said she was suitable to be a lawyer. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese, for your level. Full te…

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