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In this episode of Bitesize News , Joeru and Mindy explore Taiwan’s growing reliance on migrant workers — why they are essential to factories, construction sites, and caregiving, and what it takes to attract and retain them. 本集將用清楚 易懂的中文討論 帶你了解台灣缺工與人口老化的關係、移工在工作與生活中面臨的挑戰，以及當亞洲各國都需要人力時，台灣如何成為讓移工願意留下的地方。 News source: 公視新...

If Mindy weren’t a Mandarin teacher, what would she do instead? 🎙️🐴 The answer might not be what you expect. In this episode of Bitesize Talks, Mindy shares her dream of one day running a farm for rescued animals—and why her love of horses makes the idea surprisingly hard to give up. Drawing on her real experience as a teacher and content creator, she also reflects on the difference between imagi...

Talking about work is one of the first things that comes up when you meet someone new—but what if you don’t know your exact job title in Chinese? This episode gives you a few simple ways to handle that conversation in Mandarin. Learn how to ask what someone does, introduce your job, say where you work, and even explain that you run your own company. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured...

Are you “bougie broke”? 💸☕ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk about 「精緻窮」—the idea of not having much money to spare, but still being willing to spend on things that make life feel good. From coffee and food delivery to travel and little rewards after a stressful day, they explore why people keep spending even when everything feels more expensive—and how younger generations are balancing...

Shopping isn’t just about money—it’s also about making choices. In this episode of Bitesize Basics , Mindy and Joeru teach you how to talk about needs vs. wants in Mandarin, along with useful shopping vocabulary like expensive , cheap , on sale , and worth it . By the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to ask yourself an important question before buying something: Do I really need it, or do I just...

Taiwan’s domestic travel is booming again. In this episode of Bitesize News , Joeru and Amber look at the huge crowds that packed scenic areas and theme parks during the recent long weekend — and why more people may be choosing to travel closer to home. 從連假景區湧入的大量人潮，到台灣人又愛又嫌的「國旅」，本集用 清楚易懂的中文 聊聊最近的連假出遊潮、國旅常見的交通問題，以及台灣國旅還有哪些值得改善...

Many of us grow up hearing the same advice: save money, work hard, and enjoy life later. But is that always the best way to live? In this episode of Bitesize Talks , Mindy shares how reading Die With Zero made her rethink her own money mindset (金錢觀) . She talks about growing up with the idea of 先苦後甘 , why saving money brings a sense of security, and why some life experiences simply can’t wa...

Money is something we talk about every day—but do you know how to say spend money , save money , earn money , or pay in Mandarin? In this beginner-friendly episode of Bitesize Basics , Mindy and Joeru introduce the most common money-related expressions you’ll hear in everyday conversations. You’ll also learn the difference between 存錢 (to save money) and 省錢 (to spend less money), a pair of word...

300 episodes! 🎉 To celebrate the 300th episode of the Bitesize Chinese Podcast, Mindy, Joeru, and Amber get together for a special conversation about five everyday questions that Taiwanese people don’t always agree on. From escalator etiquette and priority seats to YouBike bells, seeing a doctor for a minor cold, and checking your partner’s phone, they share their answers, challenge each other’s...

In this episode of Bitesize Convos , Mindy and Joeru discuss how attitudes toward mental health have changed in Taiwan. They explore why younger generations are more open to talking about stress and emotions, how popular terms like 內耗 and 情緒價值 became part of everyday conversations, and why seeking therapy is still not always an easy choice. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured st...

In this episode of Bitesize Basics , Mindy and Joeru teach you how to talk about emotions in Mandarin. You’ll learn useful words like 開心、興奮、滿足、感動 , as well as more difficult emotions such as 焦慮、煩躁、失望 and 憂鬱 . 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯 Tod...

You’re sleeping enough. You’re not even that busy. So why do you still feel tired? In this episode of Bitesize Talks, Joeru talks about a feeling many people know well: being tired even when it seems like you haven’t done much. From checking our phones all day to “resting” by watching more videos and lying in bed with a busy mind, he reflects on why modern life can make it so difficult to truly re...

Feeling stressed lately? In this episode of Bitesize Basics , Mindy and Joeru talk about stress, feeling busy, tired, or frustrated, and some common ways people relax and take care of their mental health in Mandarin. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯 Today’s Topic: T...

Can AI replace Mandarin teachers? 🤖📚 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru discuss how AI is changing the way people learn Mandarin. From instant feedback and personalized practice to awkward sentences and missing human connection, they explore both the strengths and limitations of AI in language learning—and why the role of teachers may be changing rather than disappearing. 📘 Podcast Notes Full tra...

How do you ask someone (or AI!) to do something for you in Mandarin? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru build on last week’s AI topic and introduce a super useful structure for real-life communication — using 幫 / 請 / 叫 to get things done. You’ll learn how tone changes depending on your word choice, and how to sound natural, polite, or more direct depending on the situation. 📘 Podcast Notes Full...

What will AI look like in 2030? 🤖 In this episode of Bitesize News, Amber and Joeru look at five predictions about the future of AI — from changes in the global chip industry to AI in healthcare, brain-computer interfaces, energy efficiency, and even the question of whether AI should one day have rights. Along the way, you’ll learn useful Mandarin vocabulary and expressions commonly found in news...

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What can you actually do with AI in Mandarin? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru introduce a super practical sentence pattern — 我用 AI + Verb — to help you talk about how you use AI in daily life. From looking up information to writing emails and making presentations, you’ll learn natural, real-life Mandarin you can start using right away. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study supp...

Can MBTI predict whether two people will get along? In Taiwan, MBTI has become almost as popular as astrology. Many people ask about personality types when making friends, dating, or even meeting new coworkers. But can four letters really tell us whether two people are compatible? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru discuss how MBTI influences friendships, romantic relationships, and workplace dynami...

Last time, we talked about E 人、I 人、J 人、and P 人 — and this week, we’re continuing with the other four MBTI personality types 😆 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru introduce beginner-friendly Mandarin expressions to talk about emotions, decision-making styles, creativity, and the way people understand the world. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn lis...

In this episode of Bitesize News , Joeru and Amber discuss a recent attack involving an obsessive fan and a cheerleader — and explore why intense admiration can sometimes turn into jealousy, harassment, or even aggression. 本集將用清楚 易懂的中文討論 帶你了解「狂粉」常見的跟蹤、偷拍與騷擾行為，以及為什麼有些粉絲會把自己與偶像的關係想像得過於親密，甚至在遭到拒絕後「由愛生恨」。 News source: 《聯合...

Can MBTI really help us understand a person? MBTI has become incredibly popular in recent years, and many people use labels like E 人, I 人, J 人, and P 人 to describe themselves. In this episode, Joeru shares his thoughts on why MBTI feels accurate, why people can change over time, and why we should be careful not to judge others based on four letters alone. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and...

MBTI has become incredibly popular in Taiwan recently — people now casually describe themselves as “E 人”, “I 人”, “J 人”, or “P 人” in daily conversation 😆 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru introduce some beginner-friendly Mandarin expressions to talk about personality types, habits, and social behavior. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening int...

This is Bitesize Summer Special (3) 🌞 In this episode, Mindy shares five of her favorite Swedish words— fika, fredagsmys, lagom, allemansrätten, and smultronställe . While these words may be difficult to translate directly, each one offers a glimpse into how many Swedes think about relationships, rest, nature, and everyday life. Rather than learning Swedish vocabulary, you'll explore the cul...

This is Bitesize Summer Special (2) 🌞 In this episode, Mindy takes you to a real Swedish breakfast table. Together with her Swedish boyfriend, she introduces some typical breakfast foods and three interesting items rarely seen in Taiwan: egg cups, a cheese slicer, and fish roe in a tube. They also compare Swedish and Taiwanese breakfast habits—from cold and hot food to eating at home and visiting...