Podcast Episodes

243 - How to use mnemonics to learn Mandarin tones and pronunciation

Season 1 Episode 243

Memory is a skill that can be practised, learnt, and mastered. By using the right method, remembering even abstract things like tones and pronunciation in Mandarin becomes possible, even easy!

#learnc…

Published on 6 months, 4 weeks ago

242 - Don’t be a tourist if you want to learn Chinese

Season 1 Episode 244

Living and travelling abroad can help you learn Chinese, but your attitude matters. To truly learn, stop being a tourist!

#learnchinese #tourist #travel #expat #languagelearning

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Published on 7 months ago

241 - Cramming vs. spaced repetition: When to use which method to learn Chinese

Season 1 Episode 241

Should you cram or use spaced repetition to learn Chinese? Discover when each method works best and why spaced repetition is key to long-term success.

#learnchinese #review #vocabulary #cramming #srs …

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

240 - The best YouTube channels for learning Chinese

Season 240 Episode 1

Videos are ideal for learning Chinese, because the visual element enhances comprehension and engagement. But what videos should you watch? What are the best YouTube channels?

#learnchinese #youtube #v…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

239 - Student Q&A: March, 2025: Chinese slang, leaving expat bubbles, and competing with other learners

Season 1 Episode 239

Is learning Chinese slang worth your time? What do you do when someone with less study time speaks better than you? And how can you escape the expat bubble and start learning Mandarin?

#learnchinese #…

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago

238 - Learning Chinese by playing board games

Season 1 Episode 238

Board games are more than just fun, they’re a powerful way to learn Chinese, boosting vocabulary, fluency, and communication skills!

#learnchinese #boardgames #game #fluency #communication

Link to arti…

Published on 8 months ago

237 - Love and language: Challenges and opportunities in learning Chinese with a partner

Season 1 Episode 237

Some say that dating a native speaker is the ultimate shortcut to fluency. “You’ll learn effortlessly with a teacher always by your side!” But is learning Chinese with a partner really the silver bul…

Published on 8 months, 1 week ago

236 - The Input Pyramid: Chinese Listening for Any Situation

Season 1 Episode 236

Most students of Chinese find listening comprehension a challenge. To truly become a fluent listener, use the Input Pyramid to rethink and upgrade your listening practice!

#learnchinese #listening #in…

Published on 8 months, 2 weeks ago

235 - Student Q&A: February, 2025: Improving listening ability quickly, using transcripts, and understanding rapid Mandarin

Season 1 Episode 235

How do you improve listening ability as quickly as possible? Are there any strategies to deal with rapid speech? And how many times should you listen before using a transcript?

#learnchinese #improve…

Published on 8 months, 3 weeks ago

234 - Reader and listener survey + Lunar New Year discount

Season 1 Episode 234

I started Hacking Chinese to help people learn Mandarin, and your feedback is essential, so please fill out my listener survey. Also, to celebrate the Lunar New Year, I'm offering a hefty discount on…

Published on 9 months ago