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265 - 5 common challenges in Mandarin listening comprehension and how to overcome them
Season 1 Episode 265
Can you ask questions in Mandarin but struggle to understand the answers? Do you feel that you know the words, but people just speak too fast? And wh…
4 months, 3 weeks ago
264 - Learning Chinese through comprehensible input
Season 1 Episode 264
Can you really learn Mandarin through listening and reading alone? What is comprehensible input, and how do you get enough of it?And how do speaking,…
4 months, 4 weeks ago
263 - Classroom Mandarin: Essential expressions for learning Chinese in Chinese
Season 1 Episode 263
The fastest way to learn to communicate in Chinese is to learn classroom expressions first. Master essential phrases that help you learn Mandarin wit…
5 months ago
262 - Getting the most from Hacking Chinese in 2025: Back-to-school course discount, 2025
Season 1 Episode 262
There are over 500 articles and more than 1 million words on Hacking Chinese. How are you supposed to absorb all that information and inspiration as …
5 months, 1 week ago
261 - Should you learn to speak Chinese before you learn Chinese characters?
Should you learn Chinese characters from the start, or focus on speaking first? There are good arguments for both approaches, but one makes more sens…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
260 - 16 reasons to learn to write Chinese characters by hand
Season 1 Episode 260
Does handwriting still have a place in modern Chinese learning? Let's explore 8 more popular arguments in favour of writing characters by hand to see…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
259 - Using AI chatbots for low-stress Mandarin speaking practice
Season 1 Episode 259
You don’t need to be fluent to speak Mandarin with AI. These beginner-friendly chatbot activities offer low-pressure practice that builds confidence,…
6 months ago
258 - How to find the perfect Mandarin tutor for you: A complete guide
Season 1 Episode 258
A great tutor can accelerate your learning, but finding the right one isn’t easy. To get the best results, you need to be patient and try many option…
6 months, 1 week ago
257 - Student Q&A: July, 2025: AI feedback, input methods and topics for writing
Season 1 Episode 257
How do you get good feedback on your Chinese writing using AI? What’s the best input method for students? And how do you find interesting topics to w…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
256 - 8 reasons to learn to write Chinese characters by hand
Season 1 Episode 256
Does handwriting still have a place in modern Chinese learning? Let's explore 8 popular arguments in favour of writing characters by hand, each criti…
6 months, 3 weeks ago