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Learning Chinese slang
Slang words in Chinese are always evolving, but is it worth it to learn? As always, it depends. Guest interview is with language enthusiast, author, …
3 years, 9 months ago
When native speakers lead you astray
Learning from native speakers is essential. In this episode, Jared and John will make you aware of ways they can also lead you astray. Guest intervie…
3 years, 9 months ago
#84 How to progress from textbooks to conversation
Do you ever feel like you’re trying to get conversational in Chinese but seem to be stuck in textbooks and classes? In this episode, John and Jared d…
3 years, 9 months ago
#83 Using WeChat to Learn Chinese
WeChat is the most popular instant messaging platform in China. In this episode, John and I are going to tell you tips and tricks on how to use Wecha…
3 years, 10 months ago
#82 Music, learning Chinese, and Bohan Phoenix
If you’re into music, this episode is for you! John and Jared talk about how Chinese songs can help you learn Chinese. Interview is with Bohan Phoeni…
3 years, 10 months ago
#81 Tones: Answers to questions you didn't know to ask
Do native speakers know the tones? How well do you need to know tones to listen or speak? Jared and John delve into these and other questions with an…
3 years, 11 months ago
#80 Games for learning Chinese
Sometimes we forget how easy it can be to practice Chinese. In this episode, Jared and John talk about everyday games, like Uno and charades, you can…
3 years, 11 months ago
#79 Why typing characters is better than handwriting
Jared and John talk about why typing characters leads to better learning outcomes than handwriting. They dispel conventional wisdom backed by science…
4 years ago
#78 Top 10 Stories of 2021
John and Jared have pulled the best stories out of all of the guest interviews of 2021. Get ready to laugh, reflect, and be inspired as we look back …
4 years ago
#77 Reading Techniques to Master Chinese
In this episode, John and Jared talk about something close to their hearts: reading in Chinese. They discuss the different types of reading, differen…
4 years, 1 month ago