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Elementary | Interview with an Athlete
You've heard about the agony of defeat. None of that here. In this podcast, learn about how the thrill of victory feels to an Olympic athlete. Listen in on an interview in Mandarin Chinese with an Ol…
Published on 2 years, 8 months ago
Newbie | Cold Beer
Not that we think you would like hot beer, but believe us that in China it may be essential that you specify "cold" when you order your beer. In this podcast, learn how to use Mandarin Chinese to ord…
Published on 2 years, 9 months ago
Elementary | The Stingy Boss
Bosses amongst us, sit up and take note. Though you may not have had time to see it (due to being occupied with your "boss" things), you must take measures to ensure that your employees aren't compar…
Published on 2 years, 9 months ago
Newbie | Two Little Tigers Song
"TIGER, tiger, burning bright, in the forests of the night, what immortal hand or eye could frame thy fearful symmetry?" In the distant post-apocalyptic future, cultural disputes will be resolved thr…
Published on 2 years, 9 months ago
Elementary | Jaywalking
Though being the only one at the intersection NOT jaywalking may make you feel like you're not one of the 'cool' kids, we'd hate for you to have to endure the humiliation of having the ear-shattering…
Published on 2 years, 9 months ago
Newbie | Requesting a Napkin
If you've given up on using chopsticks and haven't studied our lesson on requesting a fork yet, you may just have to pretend that where you come from, eating with your hands is a sign of respect for …
Published on 2 years, 9 months ago
Elementary | Track and Field
Think of track and field as a profound metaphor for Chinese learning: Jumping over grammar hurdles, throwing out words like shotputs, the high-jump of the leap from elementary to intermediate level..…
Published on 2 years, 9 months ago
Newbie | Giving an Example
When learning a language there are a profusion of ways to acquire new language. One method many have found helpful has been dubbed "pictionary." However, when your partner in language, pen in hand, a…
Published on 2 years, 9 months ago
Elementary | How spicy?
When your mouth is on fire and the only thing within reach with which to douse the flames is a tiny cup of hot tea, you had better be wise enough to take precautionary measures. In this lesson, learn…
Published on 2 years, 9 months ago
Newbie | What stop is this?
Though you may find having your face pressed up against someone else's cheek a little unpleasant, think of the intimacy it affords. Once you have listened to this podcast, you will handily be able us…
Published on 2 years, 9 months ago