Learning Chinese through Stories

Xu Beihong drawing galloping horses Shout out to Dominic for sharing the idea of this topic with us ! THANK YOU!! Access the  transcript of this episode  by becoming our patron. ************************************************************ If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our  patron  for as low as $5/month. You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and...

The man who is great at playing with fire- Guoqiang Cai This episode was recorded at the request of our patron-  Mathieu Bernimont ! Thank you for your suggestion, Mathieu ! Please stay tuned for story walkthrough. Access the  transcript of this episode  by becoming our patron. ************************************************************ Chinese for Superior- LCTS Chinese for Advanced-Playlist Chi...

The man who is great at playing with fire- Guoqiang Cai This episode was recorded at the request of our patron-  Mathieu Bernimont ! Thank you for your suggestion, Mathieu ! Please stay tuned for story walkthrough. Access the  transcript of this episode  by becoming our patron. ************************************************************ Chinese for Superior- LCTS Chinese for Advanced-Playlist Chi...

Notch the boat in search of the sword , a classic story from Master Lü's Spring and Autumn Annals （吕氏春秋） ( 239 BC )  

Notch the boat in search of the sword , a classic story from Master Lü's Spring and Autumn Annals （吕氏春秋） ( 239 BC )    

In this episode, we'll be taking a closer look at an explosive masterpiece created by the renowned Chinese artist Cai Guoqiang - "天梯" (Tianti), which translates to "Sky Ladder." Tianti is a breathtaking firework artwork that was first unveiled in 2015 in the city of Quanzhou, China. The piece consists of a series of ladder-like structures, which are suspended in mid-air and then set alight, crea...

In this episode, we'll be taking a closer look at an explosive masterpiece created by the renowned Chinese artist Cai Guoqiang - "天梯" (Tianti), which translates to "Sky Ladder." Tianti is a breathtaking firework artwork that was first unveiled in 2015 in the city of Quanzhou, China. The piece consists of a series of ladder-like structures, which are suspended in mid-air and then set alight, crea...

In this episode, we're going to dive into the meaning and significance of a popular Mandarin Chinese song called "他一定很爱你" (Tā yídìng hěn ài nǐ), which translates to "He Definitely Loves You." This song has captured the hearts of many listeners with its powerful lyrics and emotional melody, and it has become an anthem of sorts for those who have experienced love and heartbreak. Thanks Simeng...

In this episode, we shared a story about Lu An Ke  (Eckart Löwe)  , a German volunteer who spent over a decade (1997-2013) in moutainous area of China to educate local kids who were left behind by their parents working in the  cities. His students consider Lu both their closest friend and best teacher. His story was well-know in China. In 2009 and 2013, he was interviewed by ChaiJing, a well-respe...

In this episode, we shared a story about Lu An Ke (Eckart Löwe) , a German volunteer who spent over a decade (1997-2013) in moutainous area of China to educate local kids who were left behind by their parents working in the  cities. His students consider Lu both their closest friend and best teacher. His story was well-know in China. In 2009 and 2013, he was interviewed by ChaiJing, a well-respect...

Have you ever thought about the differences between south China and north China ? In this episode, we shared some anecdotal misunderstandings  between northern and  southern Chinese as shared on  Zhihu , a question and answering forum.  Please let us know what you think. ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and...

Have you ever thought about the differences between south China and north China ? In this episode, we shared some anecdotal misunderstandings  between northern and  southern Chinese as shared on Zhihu , a question and answering forum.  Please let us know what you think. ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and...

What does a college student's day look like ?  In this episode, you will meet Xiaolin, a college student from a top tier university in Wuhan. Shout out to Cal who shared with us this idea. Please let us know what you think. _R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or y...

What does a college student's day look like ?  In this episode, you will meet Xiaolin, a college student from a top tier university in Wuhan. Shout out to Cal who shared with us this idea. Please let us know what you think. _R&S ************************************************************ If you like this episode and would like to access the transcript and ad free audio, please consider supporting...

In this episode we narrated a habit of 李嘉诚 Li Jia Cheng/ Li Ka-shing, one of the most influential entrepreneurs in Asia and the world. In 2019 Forbes put Li in the list of the world's most generous philanthropists outside of the US. Li is often referred to as "Superman Li/ 李超人" in Hong Kong because of his business prowess. Please let us know what you think. 💬 Meanwhile, if there is any part...

🙏Shout out to Filip for becoming our patron and  for sharing with us this idea of creating an episode on real inspiring people.  In this episode we narrated a habit of 李嘉诚 Li Jia Cheng/ Li Ka-shing, one of the most influential entrepreneurs in Asia and the world. In 2019 Forbes put Li in the list of the world's most generous philanthropists outside of the US. Li is often referred to as "Superm...

Last year, we created an episode centered around one Hanzi to encapsulate the spirit of 2021. The episode proved to be wildly popular and was one of our most downloaded episodes of the year. This year, we're featuring seven individuals from various backgrounds including students, young professionals, moms, and retirees. We're excited to share their words of the year for 2022 with our patrons. Amon...

Dear listeners, Last year, we created an episode that revolved around a single Hanzi to capture the essence of 2021. The episode resonated with our listeners and became one of our most downloaded episodes of the year. This year, we are thrilled to present seven individuals from diverse backgrounds, including students, young professionals, moms, and retirees. They will share their words of the year...

If you're looking to learn Chinese from scratch, or just want to brush up on your skills, or if you think you are not ready for LCTS yet, RLC for Beginners podcast is perfect for you! Every episode features a natural Chinese conversation between two native speakers, with key vocabulary explained. To get the most out of it, we recommend listening to the conversation with and without the  transcript...

Hi If you're looking to learn Chinese from scratch, or just want to brush up on your skills, or if you think you are not ready for LCTS yet, RLC for Beginners podcast is perfect for you! Every episode features a natural Chinese conversation between two native speakers, with key vocabulary explained. To get the most out of it, we recommend listening to the conversation with and without the  transcr...

Hi If you're looking to learn Chinese from scratch, or just want to brush up on your skills, or if you think you are not ready for LCTS yet, RLC for Beginners podcast is perfect for you! Every episode features a natural Chinese conversation between two native speakers, with key vocabulary explained. To get the most out of it, we recommend listening to the conversation with and without the  transcr...

Hi If you're looking to learn Chinese from scratch, or just want to brush up on your skills, RLC for Beginners podcast is perfect for you! Every episode features a natural Chinese conversation between two native speakers, with key vocabulary explained. To get the most out of it, we recommend listening to the conversation with and without the  transcript,  so you can shadow along. Please give a lis...

As 2023 approaches, we have finally launched RLC for Beginners podcast in Apple podcast and Spotify .  If you're looking to learn Chinese from scratch, or just want to brush up on your skills, our podcast is perfect for you! Every episode features a natural Chinese conversation between two native speakers, with key vocabulary explained. To get the most out of it, we recommend listening to the conv...

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