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Japanese and Chinese: Unraveling the Differences of Two Ancient Tongues
Dive into the fascinating world of East Asian languages with hosts Jared Turner and John Pasden. Whether you're navigating the tonal waves of Chinese…
2 years, 5 months ago
The Making of a YouTube Star: Ari Smith's Transformation into Xiao Ma
Season 130
In this riveting episode, a clueless American white guy shocks a podcast host with flawless Chinese using one trick that teachers hate! Our specia…
2 years, 5 months ago
Bridging Continents and Cultures: How Akeel Alleyne Found His Calling and Career in the Heart of China
Episode 129
Some people may find they have a knack for learning Chinese, but deciding to make Chinese a part of your life is another decision entirely. Akeel All…
2 years, 6 months ago
The Impact of Native Teaching Methods on Chinese Learners: Insights from a Shanghai Classroom
Episode 128
Join us as we step into the world of China's educational system. With an extra special guest interview, we pull back the curtain of how Chinese is ta…
2 years, 6 months ago
How to use ChatGPT to Learn Chinese
Hosts Jared Turner and John Pasden give you some pro tips on how to use AI, specifically Chat GPT, to learn Chinese. They explore a variety of use ca…
2 years, 7 months ago
Christmas in China (Ep. 25 Replay)
Our special Chinese Christmas episode first aired Dec 16, 2019.
2 years, 8 months ago
The Future of the You Can Learn Chinese Podcast
John and Jared have some sad news to share and want your feedback on the future of the podcast.
2 years, 9 months ago
Mandarin reboot: How to get back into learning after taking a break
So you want to get back into learning Chinese after taking a break. John and Jared give you tips on how to get back into learning Chinese and make it…
2 years, 9 months ago
Reframing the 10 worst Chinese learning tips
There is no shortage of advice on how to learn Chinese, but in this episode, hosts John and Jared not only talk about 10 common bad tips for learning…
2 years, 9 months ago
Fluency now: The power of extensive reading
Stories about the impact of extensive reading on language fluency pulled from studies and research. Guest interview with Sarah Reinstein, a game deve…
2 years, 10 months ago