ChinesePod - Intermediate

As more and more Chinese buy cars, consumers are increasingly paying attention to the services provided by the dealerships. In today's Chinese lesson, learn what a "4S Dealership" is and what it offers. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1472

The competition is heating up as the judges decide to throw musical instruments into the talent show mix. Learn the Chinese words for playing various instruments, and be sure you know what "PK" means. (And you thought all Chinese words were written in characters?) Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1270

Each new year is the same. You make a list of New Year's Resolutions and end up not sticking to any of them. Listen as some friends meet up for their annual reflection on how the year went, and whether or not anyone achieved what they set out to do. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/3018

What's that screeching sound? Is it Peking Opera? Oh, wait, it's just a talent show. In this Mandarin podcast, you'll learn how to use Chinese to describe that television staple, the talent show. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1241

Today's lesson is a must for anyone in higher education in China. Learn how to discuss your ideas, how to make suggestions, and how to hash out a thesis plan and schedule with your advisor. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1468

The five-star flag flutters in the breeze. An ancient and glorious civilization salutes its leaders. Troops march down the avenue in perfect lock-step. The whole world looks on in awe. Today's Mandarin podcast is about National Day, which celebrates the founding of the People's Republic of China. It's especially significant this year, as 2009 marks the sixtieth anniversary of the nation's founding...

We're back in school, today. No, it's not history class. Nor is it chemistry. Yup, you guessed it! We're talking about sex ed. today. Join us and relive some of the more awkward moments of your youth. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1458

Experiencing Chinese New Year in China is truly a spectacular event. Houses are covered in bright red decorations. Bright red lanterns are lit up for all to see. Literally millions of firecrackers are set off at the same time, filling the streets with a mighty roar. But how did these traditions come about? In this lesson a grandfather tells the story to his grandson. Also, be sure to check out the...

The CCTV New Year's Gala, also known as the Spring Festival Gala, and commonly abbreviated in Chinese as Chunwan, is a Chinese New Year special produced by China Central Television. Listen to a dialogue about a family prepare to watch this event and how it has become a tradition in the household during Chinese New Year. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/3023

Today's Qing Wen is all about ringing in the lunar New Year. In addition to all of the quintessential New Year's wishes, we've added a number of dragon-pertinent terms and idioms that are sure to impress your Chinese friends and bring them good luck too! Happy year of the dragon to all our poddies and listeners! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/7236

年夜饭 Nián yèfàn is the large family dinner that kick-starts the festive season. It happens the night before the start of the Chinese New Year (Spring Festival). In this lesson we learn about some of the foods eaten at this time, some traditions, and also how some people like to eat out instead of going home. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2836

Everyone loves receiving gifts, no matter the occasion they're celebrating or the country they're living in. Gift-giving in China, however, can get slightly complicated if you don't know a few basic rules. Listen in to today's Qing Wen and learn some essential tips that will help you maintain "face" at various celebratory events. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/7233

Making dinner to welcome in the Chinese New Year is no easy feat. The chef needs to prepare at least a dozen dishes, many of which have special significance. In this lesson, a mother and her daughter discuss their Chinese New Year feast and all the essential dishes. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2367

Christmas is just around the corner and we have all got our festive sweaters on, but we in the office have an age out conundrum to solve. What to get your colleagues and family for Xmas. In this dialogue, they have clearly run out of all good ideas. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2599

If rice is the staple of the Chinese diet, then the electric rice cooker is the staple of the Chinese kitchen. In this lesson, learn about the range of options available to the rice cooker shopper, and which features are most important to the discriminating Chinese consumer. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1492

Many people have already experienced blizzard-like conditions this year, but for those of you who have yet to see snowfall in your neck of the woods, this lesson's for you! Tune in to learn how to describe the year's first snow. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1579

You've just graduated high school and you have your whole life ahead of you. It's time to start thinking about what you'll study in university. What happens when you choose a course of study that your parents don't approve of? Learn how to talk about this important life decision in today's lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1447

Grab your apples and honey, because we've got a sweet Mandarin lesson lined up for you. In today's Chinese podcast, we're looking at Rosh Hashanah, often called the "Jewish New Year." Jews and Gentiles alike will find something useful and interesting in this Mandarin lesson. Shofar, sho-good! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1250

Today's lesson takes us on a blind date. It may be a little awkward at first, but in the end we'll be learning all about non-governmental organizations, or NGO's, and what they do. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1443

Here's a question: What's the price you pay for a healthy, home-made dinner? No, we're not talking about a conversation with your significant other. We're talking about washing the dishes when you get done. Learn how to talk about grease and detergent in Mandarin Chinese in this podcast. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1225

We're off to the stables today for a little exercise with some four-legged friends. Today's show focuses on a class with a riding instructor - you'll be learning all about taking commands from teachers and interacting with horses in Chinese! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1435

A day at the amusement park -- what fun! In today's Mandarin lesson, learn how to talk about this exciting and light-hearted way to spend a summer day. Learn the Chinese for roller-coaster, Ferris wheel, and "Yay!" Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1217

Our not-so-outdoorsey couple managed to stray from the group in part 1 of this series. In today's lesson learn how to talk about survival in the wilderness in Mandarin Chinese as they discuss their plans for staying safe and fed. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1462

In this Chinese lesson, we're off to a land of sun and fun: the Philippines. Follow us to Manila, where we use Chinese to talk about everything from mango juice to sunsets. Tune in to today's podcast and find out more about this beautiful, romantic city. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1213

Sometimes you just need to get out of the city. In today's lesson, a couple plans a weekend camping trip, which ends up getting a little more complicated than expected. We hope you packed provisions! This might be a longer trip than originally thought... Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1439