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Elementary | Pin Number
In this modern age, plastic is as good as paper. We're not talking about shopping bags, though. We're talking about payment methods. In this lesson, …
1 year, 6 months ago
Newbie | Hold the Elevator
The elevator doors are closing. What can you do? If you only knew how to ask the people inside to wait a bit. In today's podcast, you'll find out. Wh…
1 year, 6 months ago
Elementary | Juiced!
Tea and baijiu aren't the only things you can drink in China. In today's Mandarin podcast, you'll learn how to order a juice -- and how to complain w…
1 year, 6 months ago
Newbie | You First
Letting others go first is a great way to show respect and give face. In today's podcast, you'll learn how to say "You first" in Mandarin Chinese. Ep…
1 year, 6 months ago
Elementary | Why are You Studying Chinese?
Why are you learning Chinese? Will it help you at work? Is Mandarin your ticket to a life of adventure? Are you just a mental masochist? Listen to to…
1 year, 6 months ago
Newbie | Sign Here, Please
In China, getting things delivered is relatively cheap and easy. In today's podcast, you'll learn how to use Mandarin to accept delivery of a package…
1 year, 6 months ago
Elementary | Funny Rice
Today we're looking at a classic Chinese joke. The Chinese language is full of homonyms, which we can use to humorous effect. Special note: today's j…
1 year, 7 months ago
Newbie | The Broken Chair
A low squat is a popular way to take a load off here. But there will be times when you need to sit down on something beside your ankles. In this less…
1 year, 7 months ago
Elementary | Blow out Your Candles
If you could have one wish, what would it be? Do you want to speak Mandarin? Would you like to visit China? In today's podcast, make a wish and blow …
1 year, 7 months ago
Newbie | Seeing Somebody to the Door
In today's podcast we'll cover an integral part of Chinese manners - 'Seeing Someone Off'. Being able to not only see someone to the door, but polite…
1 year, 7 months ago