Mandarin Mama Chitchat

Welcome to today's episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat! In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing Jean, a child psychologist and dedicated mother of three. Jean was born and raised in Singapore, lived in Hong Kong and the US for a while, and now resides in Australia. Despite her husband being Caucasian from the UK and not speaking Mandarin, Jean is determined to ensure her children l...

Welcome to a new episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat! In today's episode, Trista takes us on an exciting language adventure focused on family movie nights. Get ready to grab your popcorn, gather your loved ones, and join us as we explore vocabulary and phrases in Mandarin that will enhance your movie-watching experience. Trista shares a collection of essential words and phrases that will come in...

In today's Mandarin Mama Chit Chat podcast, we had the pleasure of interviewing Eugenia Eugenia, a former lawyer who made the courageous decision to become a stay-at-home mom. Despite not being fluent in Mandarin, Eugenia was determined to pass on the language and culture to her son. She embarked on a journey to write her own children's books, which eventually led her to become a successfu...

In this episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat, we had a fascinating conversation with Maria, a Polish mother who has been living in Taiwan for the past eight years. Maria shared her initial dislike for Taiwan, stemming from her assumption that it would be similar to China due to her previous internship experience there. However, she soon discovered that Taiwan is a unique country with distinct food, p...

Welcome to another exciting episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat! In today's episode, we have a special treat for our listeners as Yaoyao takes us on a captivating storytelling adventure. Get ready to join us for a delightful storytime session as Yaoyao reads the popular children's book, "I Don't Want to Sleep" (我不想睡覺). This storytime session is not only entertaining but al...

Today Mandarin Mama Chitchat takes you on a captivating journey through the diverse cultural landscape of Taiwan. In today's episode, we have the privilege of interviewing Cole, a Canadian who, despite having no Asian background, has made Taiwan his second home for over two decades.  Cole's remarkable story unfolds as we delve into his experiences of living between Taiwan and Canada, shari...

Welcome to a brand new episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat! In today's exciting installment, Trista brings us a captivating mini-lesson on how to effectively use emotional words in Mandarin. Have you ever struggled to express your feelings accurately in Mandarin? Well, worry no more! Trista is here to guide us through a journey of self-expression and help us master the art of describing our emot...

In this episode, we sit down with 可欣, who shares her incredible journey from Kazakhstan to Taiwan. After meeting her Taiwanese husband in San Francisco, they made the decision to move back to Taiwan to care for his elderly parents and take over the family business. 可欣 has been living in Taiwan for six years now, and she has made tremendous efforts to learn Mandarin, both during her time in the...

In today's episode of "Story Time with Yao Yao," we have a special book called "It's Not a Big Deal to Fail" (失敗一次沒什麼大不了的). Join us as we dive into this inspiring story that teaches kids an important life lesson - it's okay to fail as long as we keep going and never give up. Through relatable characters and captivating illustrations, this book empowers ch...

In today's episode of our Mandarin Mama Chitchat podcast, we have the pleasure of interviewing 拉娜Lana, a Russian guest who moved to Taiwan eight years ago after meeting her Taiwanese husband while studying in Japan. Lana is fluent in Mandarin, Russian, English, and Japanese, and she has developed a deep love for Taiwan, finding it welcoming and similar to Japan. Now raising two children in T...

Get your day off to a delicious start with Mandarin Mama Chitchat! In today's episode, Trista is serving up a mini lesson on breakfast in Mandarin. Join us as we explore vocabulary and phrases related to the most important meal of the day. Whether you're a parent looking to engage your kids in interactive language practice or simply want to expand your Mandarin skills, this episode is fill...

Join us on today's episode of Mandarin Mama Chit Chat as we sit down with Serena, a remarkable publisher and author who created Duck Duck Books. Serena's story is nothing short of inspiring. Having immigrated to the United States at the age of 14, she faced the challenge of navigating middle school without knowing a word of English. But it was during the pandemic, after experiencing severe...

Welcome to another delightful episode of "Story Time with Yao Yao!" In today's enchanting tale, we will be reading "The Crying Princess" (愛哭公主). Join us as we embark on a journey with an animal character who happens to be a princess but finds herself crying all the time. Her constant tears have a negative impact on her surroundings, ruining her parties and causing her f...

In this episode of our Mandarin Chinese podcast, we have the pleasure of interviewing Robert 李大豐, a British native who has made Taiwan his home for the past 8 years. Despite being a foreigner, Robert's deep connection and love for Taiwan shines through in our conversation. Robert shares his story of how he discovered a job opportunity in Taiwan and instantly fell in love with the country, d...

Today on Mandarin Mama Chitchat, Trista is here to teach you all about bedtime routines in Mandarin. Join us as we dive into the essential vocabulary and phrases to help you establish a relaxing and effective nighttime routine. Whether you're a parent with young children or simply interested in expanding your Mandarin language skills, this episode is packed with practical tips and insights. Ge...

In today's episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat, we have an exciting interview with Mengsha, a mother, scientist, podcaster, and language enthusiast. Mengsha's passion for Mandarin language and literacy led her to start a blog and podcast. In her podcast, she and her husband read stories from the book "Journey to the West." Despite immigrating to the United States at a young age, Me...

In this episode of the podcast, it's story time with YaoYao! YaoYao will be reading "Mom's 100 Faces" (媽媽的100張臉孔), a book originally written in Korea and translated into Mandarin Chinese. YaoYao shares her love for this book, as it resonates with her experience as a mother who wears many different faces and experiences a range of emotions while taking care of her family and...

In this bonus episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat, we are delighted to have Essie and Hsin-Fu, the founders of Resilient Panda, join us. Resilient Panda is an incredible guide to Asian American history, dedicated to promoting Chinese and Asian American knowledge for kids. Designed as a fun, engaging, and educational resource, it serves as a valuable tool for homeschooling parents or any parents who...

In today's episode of "Mandarin Mama Chitchat," we have the pleasure of interviewing Claudia, a teacher currently residing in Singapore. Originally from Hong Kong, Claudia immigrated to Canada and grew up there. She now teaches at a bilingual school and has two children. What makes Claudia's story unique is that her husband is American Japanese, resulting in their household being...

Join Trista in today's episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat Mini Lesson as she teaches everyone how to say popular outing places in Mandarin. From your kids' favorite spots like the park, zoo, and swimming pool, to other exciting destinations, Trista provides easy-to-follow Mandarin translations. Whether you're planning a family outing or simply expanding your Mandarin vocabulary, this mi...

In this episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat, we have a special interview with Samantha, the founder of Joeydolls. Join us as Samantha shares her personal journey of growing up in Australia as a Malaysian descent and how it affected her perception of beauty and self-worth. Samantha opens up about the lack of representation and the beauty standards she encountered, which made her feel like she couldn&...

In this episode, YaoYao will be reading the story "I'm Not Playing With You" (我不跟你玩了). The story explores the theme of despair and the struggles of a character who cannot stand losing. This character always wants to be first and win all the time, and if he doesn't win, he becomes a sore loser who refuses to play with his friend. Join YaoYao as she delves into this engaging...

In this episode of "Mandarin Mama Chitchat," hosts Yaoyao and Trista sit down with Joni, a fascinating guest who shares her unique experience growing up with Chinese descent in the Philippines. Joni opens up about her childhood, where she primarily spoke English and Filipino but also attended Mandarin school. Although it wasn't her favorite activity at the time, she developed a newfo...

In today's episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat, host Trista is here to teach us some essential phrases for our morning routine. Starting off the day right is crucial, and knowing how to express ourselves in Mandarin can make a big difference. Trista shares her expertise and guides listeners through various phrases and expressions related to waking up, getting ready, and having breakfast. Whether...

In this episode of "Mandarin Mama Chitchat," hosts Trista and Yaoyao sit down with Kristin, a talented author, mother of three, and the creative mind behind Mandarin Prodigies. Kristin's passion for language and education shines through as she shares her journey of creating 5 board books to make learning Mandarin fun and engaging for parents and kids alike. Through a Montessori-inspi...