Best The Lone Mandarin Teacher Podcasts (2024)

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中美高中生打工文化 | High School Part-Time Job Culture: U.S. vs. China 4:23

1d ago4:23

4:23

这期播客介绍有简体中文和英语。由于空间限制，录音稿没有放在下面的描述栏。但您可以在我的播客网站上每一集的下面找到录音稿。网址是https://www.buzzsprout.com/1868166。如果找不到，请告诉我。如果您有任何问题，请随时通过电子邮件联系我，邮箱是TheLoneMandarinTeacher@outlook.com。祝您有美好的一天！ This podcast introduction is in both Simplified Chinese and English. Due to space constraints, the transcript is not available in the description below. However, it's easi…

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中国的调休制度 China’s “Holiday Adjustment System” 5:35

9d ago5:35

5:35

这期播客介绍有简体中文和英语。由于空间限制，录音稿没有放在下面的描述栏。但您可以在我的播客网站上每一集的下面找到录音稿。网址是https://www.buzzsprout.com/1868166。如果找不到，请告诉我。如果您有任何问题，请随时通过电子邮件联系我，邮箱是TheLoneMandarinTeacher@outlook.com。祝您有美好的一天！ This podcast introduction is in both Simplified Chinese and English. Due to space constraints, the transcript is not available in the description below. However, it's easi…

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十年级秋游回顾 Sophomore Fall Trip Recap 5:11

16d ago5:11

5:11

这期播客介绍有简体中文和英语。由于空间限制，录音稿没有放在下面的描述栏。但您可以在我的播客网站上每一集的下面找到录音稿。网址是https://www.buzzsprout.com/1868166。如果找不到，请告诉我。如果您有任何问题，请随时通过电子邮件联系我，邮箱是TheLoneMandarinTeacher@outlook.com。祝您有美好的一天！ This podcast introduction is in both Simplified Chinese and English. Due to space constraints, the transcript is not available in the description below. However, it's easi…

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学校与暴风雨：应对天气紧急情况 School and Storm: Handling Weather Emergencies 3:39

21d ago3:39

3:39

本播客的介绍同时提供简体中文和英文版本。实用表达/重点词汇在下方。由于篇幅限制，全文稿件可通过邮件免费索取。我的邮件是TheLoneMandarinTeacher@outlook.com. This podcast introduction is in both Simplified Chinese and English. Useful expressions/key vocabulary are included below. Due to space constraints, the transcript is available for free by email request. My email is TheLoneMandarinTeacher@outlook.com. 中文：…

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积德转世：中式轮回观 Virtue and Reincarnation: The Chinese Perspective on Life 4:35

23d ago4:35

4:35

(本播客的介绍同时提供简体中文和英文版本。实用表达在下方。由于篇幅限制，全文稿件可通过邮件免费索取。我的邮件是TheLoneMandarinTeacher@outlook.com. This podcast introduction is in both Simplified Chinese and English. Useful expressions are included below. Due to space constraints, the transcript is available for free by email request. My email is TheLoneMandarinTeacher@outlook.com.) 中文简介：大家好，欢迎收听《5分钟中文》…

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对看剧学中文的补充思考 Additional Thoughts on Learning Chinese with Shows 6:11

1M ago6:11

6:11

(本播客的简介有简体中文和英文。您可以在下方找到英文版本。 This podcast description is available in both Simplified Chinese and English. You can find the English version below.) (中文简介) 大家好，欢迎收听新一期的《5分钟中文》。在这期节目中，我想继续分享关于通过看电视剧学习中文的想法。上期节目我提到，电视剧中的对话对语言水平要求很高，尤其是对初学者来说，可能会感到有些挑战。今天，我补充了几点建议：首先，选择带有中文字幕的剧集可以帮助理解和练习发音；其次，利用字幕做听写练习也是提高中文的好方法。此外，学习时不必追求完美，可以适当提高进度，以便接触更多的语言现象，提升学习效…

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通过看剧学语言的想法 My Thoughts on Learning Languages Through Watching Shows 7:50

1M ago7:50

7:50

(本播客的简介有简体中文和英文。您可以在下方找到英文版本。 This podcast description is available in both Simplified Chinese and English. You can find the English version below.) 大家好！欢迎收看新一期的《五分钟中文》。在本期节目中，我将讨论通过看电视节目学习语言的利弊。虽然它通常被视为一种有趣且快速的学习方式，但它可能并不适合所有人，尤其是初学者。我介绍了“comprehensive input可理解输入”的概念，它指的是大部分可以理解但有一些新元素的语言材料。我分享了我看日本电视剧（名为《地面师たち》）的个人经历，并解释了为什么由于我目前的熟练程度，它没有显著提高我的日语…

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愿自然灾害中平安 Wishing Safety in Natural Disasters 2:29

2M ago2:29

2:29

Hello everyone, and welcome to a new episode of 5-Minute Chinese. This Tuesday marked the return of our teachers to school, but after just one day, we transitioned to remote work for the next two days due to Tropical Storm Debby. Thankfully, we're back in action now. I also want to address the recent earthquake in Kyushu, Japan. My Japanese teacher…

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覆盖式跟读法的好处: The Benefit of Synchronized Shadowing Reading 6:24

2M ago6:24

6:24

In this episode of "5-Minute Chinese," I share a language learning technique called "overlay shadowing reading." Unlike traditional shadowing, this shadowing method involves syncing your voice perfectly with the original audio, starting and ending at the same time to achieve complete overlap. I discuss how this method has helped me improve my Japan…

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暑假中美生活与心态: Summer Life and Mindset: China vs. the U.S. 6:03

2M ago6:03

6:03

Hello everyone! In this episode of Five Minute Chinese, I share my personal reflections on life in China versus the U.S. this summer. After being back in the U.S. for over a week and feeling the stress of the upcoming school year, I find myself reminiscing about the enjoyable and carefree experiences I had in China. Spending time with family there …

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回美国的小插曲 Travel Hiccups But Finally Home 4:35

2M ago4:35

4:35

Hello everyone! Welcome to a new episode of Five Minute Chinese. It’s nice to be back in the U.S. After returning a week ago, I came down with a bad cold, but DayQuil and NyQuil have been quite effective. In today’s episode, I’ll talk about my trip back to the U.S., including some challenges with a delayed flight and missed connection. I’m grateful…

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五年后的中国印象 My Impression of China After 5 Years 5:31

3M ago5:31

5:31

In this episode of “Five Minute Chinese,” I share my impressions of China after being away for five years. I’ve observed significant technological advancements that have transformed daily life, making smartphones essential for everything from dining to healthcare, despite concerns about complexity and privacy. The overall cleanliness and organizati…

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在中国的第一期！First Update in China 5:11

3M ago5:11

5:11

Hi everyone! Welcome to a new episode of 5 Minute Chinese. It’s been a while since the last episode because I’ve been traveling in the U.S. and Japan. Now, I’m back in China and it’s great to see my family and friends again. Things here are improving, with new technologies making life easier, like visiting the doctor. The only downside is the inter…

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旅行前的更新 Update Before My Trip 3:55

4M ago3:55

3:55

Hello everyone! Welcome to a new episode of Five Minute Chinese. With this short episode, I just want to update you on my week. I shared that I was sick with a fever and body aches earlier this week, but my COVID-19, flu, and strep tests were all negative. Although I'm still not fully recovered, I'm grateful it's not serious. I also introduced a ne…

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期末，回国，日本旅游 Semester end, China and Japan Trip 7:16

5M ago7:16

7:16

In this episode of "5-Minute Chinese," I talk about preparing my students for their final exams with mock tests and home review. After exams, teachers will continue working on grading and planning for next year before starting our summer break. I'm excited about my upcoming trip, which is my first visit to China in five years, with a stop in Japan …

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耳朵怎么又发炎了？？Ear infection again?? 4:30

5M ago4:30

4:30

(If you notice the texting link above, it seems that my hosting site Buzzsprout is testing a new feature without creators enabling it: Buzzsprout's latest feature delivers listener love straight to your phone — Fan Mail! We dive into how we've been secretly testing this new tool and how you can turn it on for your own podcast. I don't know how it w…

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高中毕业舞会的故事 Story of Prom 2024 5:18

6M ago5:18

5:18

In this episode of "Five Minutes Chinese," I share the excitement and significance of prom night, a cherished tradition for American high school students. I recount my experience of volunteering at our school's prom, from the meticulous preparations to the elegant attire and the joyous atmosphere created by photographers and DJs. I also reveal the …

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日食 Solar Eclipse 6:27

6M ago6:27

6:27

In this episode of "5 Minutes Chinese," I delve into the captivating topic of solar eclipses, known as 日食 (rì shí) in Chinese. I recently witnessed a partial solar eclipse on April 8th here in the United States, and I share insights into the scientific principle behind these phenomena. While some regions enjoyed a total eclipse, my East Coast locat…

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315消费者权益保护日 China's Consumer Rights Day 12:55

7M ago12:55

12:55

Hi everyone! Today's episode delves into the significance of March 15th in China, designated as Consumer Rights Day. It aims to heighten awareness about consumer protection, shedding light on issues like deceptive marketing, subpar product quality, and exorbitant pricing. This year's examples range from the sale of inferior food products to overpri…

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我在美国和车的故事 My Story with Cars in the US 8:24

7M ago8:24

8:24

Hello everyone, welcome to the latest episode of "5 Minute Mandarin." Today, I want to chat with you about my experiences with driving in the United States. As you may know, having a car is essential in most parts of the US, unlike in China where I never felt the need to drive. Upon moving to the US, I relied on public transportation and walking, a…

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龙年快乐！Happy Year of the Dragon! 5:22

8M ago5:22

5:22

Hello everyone! Happy Lunar New Year! In today's podcast I talk about Lunar New Year celebratory activities at school. We went on a field trip on Tuesday, including a hotpot buffet meal and a visit to the Asian supermarket next door. We also did various other activities such as Chinese paper cutting and a "Cake Day" on Friday, where students brough…

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学中文有多难？How hard is learning Mandarin? 8:17

8M ago8:17

8:17

Hello everyone! In this episode I discuss the difficulty of learning Chinese compared to other languages, using the Foreign Service Institute's categorization. It classifies languages into four levels of difficulty for English speakers. Chinese is considered a "super-hard language," requiring approximately 88 weeks (2200 class hours) to achieve gen…

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新年分享 New Year Updates: Gratitude, Short Winter Break, and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 5:28

9M ago5:28

5:28

Hello everyone! Welcome to a new episode of 5 Minute Chinese. I want to begin by thanking you for listening to my podcast. I sincerely hope that it helps make learning Mandarin Chinese authentic and fun. Secondly, I want to update you on the busy period from the end of last year to the beginning of 2024. I share the unusually short winter break , l…

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轻断食 Intermittent Fasting 7:21

9M ago7:21

7:21

Hi all! Welcome to another episode of '5 Minutes Chinese'! In today's episode, we delve into the intriguing world of '轻断食' or intermittent fasting. I share my personal experiences with intermittent fasting and talk about the potential benefits, from weight management to improved insulin sensitivity, and overall health. Have you tried light fasting,…

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虚拟现实头盔体验 Meta Quest 2 Review 6:36

10M ago6:36

6:36

Hello everyone! In this episode of 5-Minute Chinese, I want to share my personal experience with my recently purchased Meta Quest 2 virtual reality headset. I talked about what VR is and my experience with the popular game Beat Saber. I also acknowledge some comfort issues, especially for glasses wearers like me. But overall I'm really satisfied wi…

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奋斗文化和慢生活 Hustle Culture and Slow Living 8:04

10M ago8:04

8:04

Hello everyone! In this episode, I explore the modern hustle culture in the US and the pursuit a slower-paced living. I delve into the good and bad the contrasting worlds of relentless ambition and intentional simplicity and talk about how we can balance both life styles. 发短信给我！ Send me a text! Support the show 如果您喜欢我的播客，您可以通过成为订阅者来支持我。您的支持对我来说是巨大的…

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中国人过不过感恩节? Does China have Thanksgiving? 2:47

11M ago2:47

2:47

Hello everyone! In today's episode, I answer the question: Do Chinese people celebrate Thanksgiving? The short answer is no. Thanksgiving is not a holiday in China. However, China has its own harvest festival: the Mid-Autumn Festival. Though only a handful of countries celebrate "Thanksgiving", a lot of cultures have harvest festivals with a family…

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看舞蹈剧庆生 Watching Beijing Dance Theater to Celebrate My Birthday 5:47

11M ago5:47

5:47

Hello, everyone! Welcome to another episode of 5 Minutes Chinese! In today's episode I want to share how I celebrated my birthday with a wonderful performance by the Beijing Dance Theater based on the Oscar Wilde fairy tale "The Nightingale and the Rose." Thank you for tuning in. Find the script and useful expression below. Have a great week! 大家好欢迎…

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聊聊朋友最近的中国之行 Chatting about a Friend's recent trip to China 8:59

11M ago8:59

8:59

Hello everyone! Today I talk about a friend's recent trip to China. This episode is not scripted like I always do. As my friend just returned to the US today, I asked her about her experiences. If you recall, in Episode 114, I discussed why you might want to think twice about traveling to China. In today's episode, we talk about how her trip aligns…

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第一次看越野跑比赛 My First Cross Country Race 5:26

12M ago5:26

5:26

Hello everyone! In today's episode I describe my first time experience watching a cross country race at a local park and share the excitement and joy of seeing my students participate in the race, and the sense of fulfillment that comes from witnessing their accomplishments. It was such a positive experience to be part of students' success and the …

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说中文的外国名人 Celebrities Speaking Chinese 5:56

12M ago5:56

5:56

Hello everyone! Hope you are each well! Today's episode discusses the topic of foreign celebrities who can speak Chinese. The first two notable examples are Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, who made an effort to speak Chinese during a visit to Beijing, and Kevin Rudd, the former Australian Prime Minister, who is known for his deep understanding of…

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黄帝内经的养生原则 The Yellow Emperor's Inner Classic's Principles on Wellness 6:32

1y ago6:32

6:32

In this episode of "5 Minutes in Chinese," I discuss the influence of traditional Chinese medicine and wellness principles from the ancient classic The Yellow Emperor's Inner Classic or "Huangdi Neijing." I specifically highlights the concept of the "Five Strains," which are habits or postures that can harm health if not managed. I also emphasize t…

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秋游，有Blackpink的七年，油管频道更新 School Camping Trip, Seven Years with Blackpink, and YouTube Channel Update 7:03

1y ago7:03

7:03

Hello everyone! In today's episode, I do a recap of my recent school camping trip experience and reflect on seven years of memories marked by the K-pop girl group Blackpink. I also share an update of my Blackpink-related YouTube channel, which almost has 6k subscribers now. I want to express my gratitude to all my followers here and on YouTube with…

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粉墨线上演唱会和明天的秋游 Blackpink Online Concert and School Trip Tomorrow 3:08

1y ago3:08

3:08

Hello everyone! In this episode I wanted to explain why I wasn't able to update this weekend. First, I woke up super early at 5 AM to watch an online concert by Blackpink, which took place in Seoul, South Korea, with a significant time difference from my location. It left me feeling tired all day. Additionally, I need to prepare for a school trip, …

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白露(节气) White Dew (Solar Term): How to Transition From Summer to Fall 5:46

1y ago5:46

5:46

Hello everyone! In this episode I discuss the Chinese solar term "Bailu," its cultural significance, and presented some traditional advice for this transitional period from summer to autumn which includes dietary and dressing recommendations. Hope everyone stay healthy as fall draws near. Script and useful expressions below. 大家好，欢迎收听新一期的五分钟中文。今天我想跟…

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油管初体验 Two Weeks As a YouTube Creator 4:30

1y ago4:30

4:30

Hello everyone! In this episode I share my first-hand experience about my new YouTube channel, which has gained over 1000 subscribers in just two weeks. It has been a lot of fun sharing content and learning about video uploading tips. I plans to continue sharing BLACKPINK concert videos, but I also plan to start another channel for podcast-like con…

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欢迎来我的油管频道！Welcome to my YouTube Channel: Blackpink & Much More! 2:49

1y ago2:49

2:49

Hello everyone! In this episode I first want to announce that I launched my YouTube channel last week! Though right now it only has videos from my two Blackpink encore concerts in New York, I plans to upload both concert content and podcast to the channel, including short videos introducing popular phrases and sharing fun stuff in Chinese. I had a …

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别来无恙: 开学季，粉墨演唱会，外耳道炎，新健身房 Life Recently: first day of school, Blackpink concert, ear infection, and my new gym 5:25

1y ago5:25

5:25

Hello everyone! Welcome to another episode of 5 Minute Chinese. First I want to apologize for the extended gap between my episodes. And since it's been some time, I want to give you an update on what I've been doing recently, including the start of the school this week, the two Blackpink concerts in Newark last weekend, my ear infection, and my new…

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你为什么不应该去中国旅游 Why you should NOT travel to China 6:02

1y ago6:02

6:02

Hello everyone! Hope you are doing well. Today's episode discusses why traveling to China might not be as easy as expected. While China offers rich cultural experiences, great historic and natural sites, and friendly locals, there are challenges such as limited flights and high costs, internet restrictions (Great Firewall) & barriers with local app…

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一个人徒步需要注意的事 Solo Hiking Tips 5:19

1y ago5:19

5:19

Hello everyone! In today's episode I discuss three important points to consider when hiking alone. Firstly, choose popular trails where there are more people around for safety and assistance if needed. Secondly, pack essential supplies such as clothing, food, and equipment, and rely on yourself rather than others. Lastly, allow for extra time and b…

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爸妈的美国旅游体会二 What my parents see on their US trip 2 3:29

1+ y ago3:29

3:29

Hello everyone, in today's episode I share two more observations made by my parents about the US from our recent road trip. Firstly, they found that meat is cheaper in the U.S. compared to China, and they enjoyed eating it during their visit. Secondly, they felt Americans are more outgoing and friendly, with less negative energy, compared to the in…

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爸妈的美国旅游体会 What my parents see on their US trip 5:16

1+ y ago5:16

5:16

Hello everyone! Long time no see! I just came back from my road trip with my parents. We had a blast. I'm extremely grateful for the opportunity to spend such an amazing time with them after four years. In today's episode I want to share 3 things in the US that my parents think are different from China: cheap clothing, temperature of comfort, crowd…

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忙碌的半年总结 Busy Half-Year Summary 5:23

1+ y ago5:23

5:23

Hello everyone! Welcome to a new episode of 5 Minute Chinese. Before anything, I want to apologize for the delay in updating. We are almost half way through the year, and it has been the busiest for me. First, we did so much work around the house: putting down new floors and remodeling the kitchen. I also spent a lot of time researching and plannin…

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怎么减少压力 How to Reduce Stress 3:51

1+ y ago3:51

3:51

In this episode we talk about some tips on how to reduce stress in our school and daily life. 大家好，欢迎收听新一期的五分钟中文。今天是五月的第一天。五月是我们这个学年最后一个月了。期末马上就要到了。所以我想跟大家谈谈如何科学合理地减少期末这个月的压力。即使你不是学生，没有期末考试，也可以听听这些怎么减少压力的建议。因为我觉得我们现代人每天的压力真的太大了。期末考试是很多人感到压力的时期，所以我下面有七个减少期末考试压力的方法。你不妨试一试。第一，提前制定学习计划：合理地分配时间和任务，避免在考试前一天赶作业或者复习。功夫要放在平常。不要“临时抱佛脚”。早点计划，这样到时候就不慌。第二，积极地…

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高中毕业舞会 Prom 3:25

1+ y ago3:25

3:25

Hello everyone, in today's episode I talk about prom in the US and why China doesn't have this tradition. Script and useful expressions below (by paragraph). Email me or leave a comment if you have any feedback on the show. Have a great day! 1）大家好，欢迎收听新一期的五分钟中文。今天我想跟大家介绍一下美国的prom：就是高中毕业舞会。美国高中学生快毕业以前，学校通常会举行一次“毕业舞会”。毕业舞会通常在晚上举行，学生会穿上漂亮的裙子和西装，参加他们高中…

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Easter 复活节 4:18

1+ y ago4:18

4:18

Hi everyone! In this episode I talk about Easter, it's traditions, and whether China has Easter. The script and useful expression are below. If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to email me. Thank you and have a great week! 0:00 (1)大家好，欢迎收听新一期的《五分钟中文》。今天我想跟大家聊一聊复活节。复活节是复活节是一个基督教节日，是为了纪念耶稣基督在三天后从死里复活的事件。复活节也是基督教教会最重要的节日之一。通常在每年…

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简单包饺子 Dumplings Made Easy 4:42

1+ y ago4:42

4:42

Hello everyone! Welcome to a new episode 5 Minute Chinese. In today's episode I talk about dumplings and the shortcut to make them easily at home (by buying premade wrappers and ingredients). Without too much work, everyone can enjoy making dumplings and have a good time together. Indeed, cooking is not just for the purpose of making food. It is a …

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音乐剧《魔法黑森林》Into the Woods 4:54

1+ y ago4:54

4:54

Hello everyone! Welcome to a new episode of 5 Minute Chinese. In this episode I talk about our high school musical Into the Woods, which I had the honor and pleasure to watch last Thursday night. It was a wonderful musical that intertwines the plots of several famous fairy tales, exploring the consequences of the characters' wishes and quests. Ther…

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有机食品是什么? What is organic food? 5:23

1+ y ago5:23

5:23

Hello everyone! Welcome to a new episode of 5 Minute Chinese. In this episode I talk about organic food. Despite its growing popularity, not a lot of people really know the standards for organic food by USDA. In this episode we will discuss the standards and their impacts on people's health and environment. Thank you for listening! Script and usefu…

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中美的装修 Home Improvement in China and the US 4:57

1+ y ago4:57

4:57

Hello everyone! Welcome to a new episode of 5 Minute Chinese. In this episode I talk about my recent home flooring project (reason why I didn't update last week) and compare how it's different in China vs the US. In short, in China it's relatively quicker (in terms of wait time) and cheaper (especially when it comes to labor cost). Script and expre…

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