Chinese So Hard

In this episode we celebrate Lunar New Year and discuss our favorite expressions related to tigers! Do you know what "tiger back bear waist" means? How about "crouching tiger hidden dragon"? 這集我們討論農曆新年，還有分享我們最喜歡的“虎相關”的詞語！ Who are we: Two friends who love learning Chinese and like to shoot the s**t, all in Mandarin Chinese! We share our experiences learning Chinese, livi...

In this episode we chat with our friend and legendary Chinese teacher Richard! You definitely don't want to miss this episode as we go deep into Richard's background story, motivations and life philosophy. It's a story worthy of a Hollywood movie! 這集大名鼎鼎的理查老師來分享他的背後故事，他當中文老師YouTuber的初衷，還有他的人生哲學！他的故事讓Dan和Tom感動到無話可說！我們期待以後看到理查老師的人生...

In this episode we try to test each other's language ability and share useful Chinese expression via a translation activity. How do you say "to let the cat out of the bag" in Chinese? How about "to be out of touch with the times"? Listen to find out! 這集我們玩一個英翻中遊戲！用中文To have a hidden agenda到底要怎麼講？？來聽聽吧！中文真的好難.. Who are we: Two friends who love learning Chinese and...

Idiom time! In this episode we discuss several Chinese idioms (成語) we really like including 天方夜譚，雪中送炭，細水長流，井底之蛙 and more! 大家喜歡成語吧？這集我們各自介紹幾個特愛的成語！跟好朋友一起討論成語真的是錦上添花（如果我們亂用成語的話，請見諒喔！） Who are we: Two friends who love learning Chinese and like to shoot the s**t, all in Mandarin Chinese! We share our experiences learning C...

In this episode we discuss recent live streams with our favorite Chinese teachers, Dan's minimalistic camping techniques and Tom's rap career. 這集我們討論最近跟中文老師們開的直播，Dan的露營方式，還有Tom的饒舌歌。 Who are we: Two friends who love learning Chinese and like to shoot the s**t, all in Mandarin Chinese! We share our experiences learning Chinese, living in Taiwan, and everything else in...

In this episode we discuss our New Year's Resolutions, mental health, Tom's sexy voice and more!   這集我們聊：新年新希望，Tom的聲音正常嗎？，還有憂鬱症。 Who are we: Two friends who love learning Chinese and like to shoot the s**t, all in Mandarin Chinese! We share our experiences learning Chinese, living in Taiwan, and everything else in between. Listen as we push our Chinese ability to the limi...

Merry Christmas! In this episode, we discuss our Christmas traditions growing up and how we're planning to celebrate this year.   祝大家聖誕節快樂！這集我們討論所有聖誕節相關的話題。你們熟悉美國以及加拿大聖誕節的傳統和文化嗎？ Who are we: Two friends who love learning Chinese and like to shoot the s**t, all in Mandarin Chinese! We share our experiences learning Chinese, living in Taiwan, and every...

In this episode Tom shares his new favorite Chinese learning app, we introduce a phrase 漸行漸遠 which means to grow farther and farther apart, and from there somehow segue into a passionate discussion about how our brains work and lifestyle choices. All in Chinese!   PS. Thanks to Laura for leaving such an awesome first audio message for us.  Feel free to also leave your own audio messages and we...

In this episode Korean YouTuber Gyeong Nam shares his adventures living in Taiwan, learning Chinese, and being a full-time YouTuber! Bonus: What Taiwanese snack does he miss the most?? Have a listen to find out!   這集我們邀請韓國YouTuber囧男來分享他在台灣徒步環島的特別經驗，學中文的過程，還有當YouTuber的好跟壞。彩蛋：他最想念的台灣食物居然是 __？？ Who are we: Two friends who love learning Chines...

今天我們討論一件讓我們都很感動的事情（要聽才知道是什麼嘻嘻），以後上電視節目的目標，我們的節目有哪些意義（如果有的話嘻嘻），還有怎麼面對自己聽不懂的時候。   In today's episode we talk about some recent feedback we've gotten, what value our podcast potentially has and how to deal with not understanding what people are saying to you in conversation. Who are we: Two friends who love learning Chinese...

It's our honor to welcome our very first guest Vincent Tsai to the show who is a native of Hualien and our very dear friend. We discuss how we all met and our first impressions of each other. Listen to see if we can keep up with a native speaker!   Vincent來了！我們這集很榮幸邀請我們的花蓮好友Vincent上節目，很開心他可以當我們的第一位來賓! 我們聊我們當初都是怎麼認識的，還有對彼此的第一印象是什麼。...

In this episode we talk about the steep learning curve involved with reading Chinese novels and how we've handled this gigantic challenge. Also Daniel got lost in the woods recently! 😱 這集我們討論開始閱讀中文小說的時候要怎麼下手，以及面對這個巨大挑戰時要怎麼保持鍥而不捨的態度。還有，來聽Daniel最近在森林裏迷路的恐怖故事！ Who are we: Two friends who love learning Chinese and like to shoot the s**...

In this episode of our intercontinental podcast we continue catching up after Tom's Taiwan departure as we span topics such as Daniel's swimming ability, Tom's tattoo advice and our current goals for learning Chinese.  Tom買了新麥克風！這集我們很自然地聊天，談五花八門的話題包括Daniel的游泳能力，Tom建議陌生人刺的中文刺青，還有目前我們兩個人學中文的目標。 Who are we:  Two friends who love learning C...

In this episode we catch up with each other for the first time since Tom moved back to the US. We discuss long distance relationships, Tom's plans for his time in Ohio, and Dan's recent hiking and camping adventures. First remote episode so please bear with us as we work out the kinks!   Tom 回國了！這集我們聊Tom離開台灣的感受和他接下來的計畫，遠距離的愛情，飲食習慣，還有Dan最近的露營體驗。因為是...

In this episode we talk about our career paths to this point, academic backgrounds, and motivations for learning Chinese.  這集我們討論我們各自的學歷，工作經驗，以及學中文的動力 Who are we: Two friends who love learning Chinese and like to shoot the s**t, all in Mandarin Chinese! We share our experiences learning Chinese, living in Taiwan, and everything else in between. Listen as we push our Chin...

Ep1 : Intro + Fear of speaking & perfectionism while learning Chinese Who are we: Two friends who love learning Chinese and like to shoot the s**t, all in Mandarin Chinese! We share our experiences learning Chinese, living in Taiwan, and everything else in between. Listen as we push our Chinese ability to the limit for your listening and learning pleasure (great comprehensible input). 我们是两...