Mandarin Monkey

Mandarin Monkey Podcast

Chinese and English Language podcast. A mixed couple (Tom & Ula) living in Taiwan, teach Chinese through the use of Chinglish (Chinese and English) on a variety of topics. Learn Chinese, study methods, Entertainment, news, life, business, hints and tricks to learning Mandarin. Hear a native speaking naturally and at natural pace but with the English translation so you can follow the context of the conversation. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author

Mandarin Monkey

Category

Education

Podcast website

mandarinmonkey.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

*BONUS* 08. 哩哩扣扣 Līlī kòukòu | RuHe 如何 20.04.2023

In this episode, Tom's boss kept asking trivial things about him, such as what I like to do or to eat and what aftershave I use. These aren’t important or valuable to our working relationship. How do you describ someone as overly concerned or constantly meddling in something unimportant in Mandarin? Let's find out what Ula said. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cat people series - How to train a cat? (2 mins audio) 30.03.2023

Unravel the feline mystery with our captivating story! 🐱 Dive into the world of cats as we explore their untapped potential, physical abilities, and enigmatic behaviors. Can they be trained or should we simply understand them better? Find out now and embrace the wonders of our feline friends! 🐾To listen to more content, please download Mandarin Monkey Podcast App from Google Play or Apple Store...

#325 - MANDARIN SLANG | MANDARIN MONKEY PODCAST | MANDARIN CHINESE & ENGLISH SHOW 30.03.2023

Did you ever want to learn Mandarin slang? then here is your chance. After a little chit chat we dive headfirst into slang used today. Lets see how many you can guess. Dive into the vibrant world of Mandarin Monkey, a top-rated Chinese language learning podcast that brings you the perfect blend of engaging content, authentic conversations, and expert guidance. Our Mandarin Monkey Podcast is tailor...

*BONUS* 07. 呢ne | RuHe 如何 24.03.2023

Don't miss this entertaining exchange between Ula and Tom! Ula is searching for her phone, but Tom is confused and thinks she wants a new one. After some clarification, Ula explains that she's actually asking "where is my phone?" and teaches Tom about the different ways to use the word "呢". Find out by listening the full story! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#324 - MANDARIN MEMES | LEARN MANDARIN CHINESE | Mandarin Monkey podcast 20.03.2023

Testing Ula's knowledge of Mandarin memes. Can you translate? Looking for a fun and educational podcast that explores the intersection of Mandarin Chinese and English? Look no further than The Mandarin Monkey Podcast! Hosted by Tom, a native English speaker, and Ula, a native Mandarin Chinese speaker from Taiwan, this edutainment podcast covers a wide range of topics, from science and movies to re...

#323 - MANDARIN WORD ASSOCIATION 2 | Mandarin Monkey Podcast | Learn Chinese by association 13.03.2023

Using Mandarin Chinese and English to association 20 new words and tell some stories. Can't beat that. Looking for a fun and educational podcast that explores the intersection of Mandarin Chinese and English? Look no further than The Mandarin Monkey Podcast! Hosted by Tom, a native English speaker, and Ula, a native Mandarin Chinese speaker from Taiwan, this edutainment podcast covers a wide range...

*BONUS* 06. 嗯en | RuHe 如何 09.03.2023

Did you know that there's a way of responding in Mandarin that's commonly used by native speakers in Taiwan? Our friend Ula showed Tom this interesting language tidbit and we can't wait to share it with you! Come and check out the story! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#322 - WORD ASSOCIATION - Mandarin Monkey Podcast - Word List Chat 06.03.2023

Todays episode we play a word association game after a quick chat. We list 20 Mandarin words and a bunch of associated ones. Get's deep sometimes. But doesn't it always. Looking for a fun and educational podcast that explores the intersection of Mandarin Chinese and English? Look no further than The Mandarin Monkey Podcast! Hosted by Tom, a native English speaker, and Ula, a native Mandarin Chines...

*BONUS* 05. Finished doing something | RuHe 如何 02.03.2023

Ula was in need of help with the washing up. Tom offered to help but said that he would do it after he finished watching the film, eating his fruit, and drinking his tea. Tom tried to express his intention to finish these activities using the Mandarin word "完成". Is the usage correct? Let's check it out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#321 - Tasty Dreams | Mandarin and English Podcast 27.02.2023

The conversation starts with radiators and ends with dreams. Spoken entirely in both English and Mandarin Chinese. Listen to one and learn from another. It's a win win. You are the hero in this story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*BONUS* 04. Yes and No | RuHe 如何 23.02.2023

Ula wanted to make tea and serve biscuits to Tom. Unfortunately, Tom didn't like the mushroom-flavored biscuits. When offered one, Tom responded with 'dui' and 'bu' (meaning 'yes' and 'no'). Ula used this as an opportunity to teach Tom how to say 'yes' and 'no' in Mandarin correctly, but she also felt bad about the biscuit. Do you know how to say 'yes' and 'no' in Mandarin? Hosted on Acast. See ac...

#320 - LAUGHTER - MANDARIN MONKEY PODCAST 22.02.2023

Back to the normal schedule in both Mandarin and English, this time with a whole bunch of laughter. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*BONUS* 03. Excessively "too" | RuHe 如何 16.02.2023

The weather is TOO cold, and the electricity bill is TOO expensive. Tom can't turn on the heater yet, as it is TOO early and the kids haven't gone home. Tom wants to know how to express excessiveness in Mandarin. Let's see if Tom is able to turn on the heating in the end! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*BONUS* 02. A or B (A 还是 B) | RuHe 如何 09.02.2023

Tom doesn't know what to do on a Friday night, there are so many choices! But how do you say "or" in Mandarin? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#319 - Perfect Cuppa Tea | Mandarin Monkey Podcast 06.02.2023

Fresh water every time! Rolling water. Steep 3 - 5 minutes. add milk and sugar. Perfect. The Mandarin Monkey Podcast is a Mandarin Chinese and English Edutainment podcast designed to entertain and educate. Tom (Native English speaker) and Ula (Native Mandarin Chinese speaker from Taiwan) discuss various topics from life to science, from movies to relationships. Also raising three multiracial child...

*BONUS* 01. Inviting Someone | RuHe 如何 | Mandarin Monkey 02.02.2023

A new how to series starting here for free for everyone then continuing on the Mandarin monkey app. This episode is how to invite someone to something in Mandarin Chinese. RuHe: the audio series teaching you Mandarin with flair. Enhance your language skills and boost your confidence to communicate with elegance. Learn the art of speaking Mandarin with ease. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

#318 - $1000000 | One Million Dollars | Learning Chinese with Chat | Podcast 30.01.2023

One million dollars for the day. Let's go! The Mandarin Monkey Podcast is a Mandarin Chinese and English Edutainment podcast designed to entertain and educate. Tom (Native English speaker) and Ula (Native Mandarin Chinese speaker from Taiwan) discuss various topics from life to science, from movies to relationships. Also raising three multiracial children they discuss the challenges of raising bil...

#317 - Paddingdun | Learn Mandarin easily 26.01.2023

From London to France in a day. Let's go! The Mandarin Monkey Podcast is a Mandarin Chinese and English Edutainment podcast designed to entertain and educate. Tom (Native English speaker) and Ula (Native Mandarin Chinese speaker from Taiwan) discuss various topics from life to science, from movies to relationships. Also raising three multiracial children they discuss the challenges of raising bili...

#316 - Gan Coffee | Mandarin Monkey Podcast | Learning English & Mandarin Chat Show 16.01.2023

The Mandarin Monkey Podcast is a Mandarin Chinese and English Edutainment podcast designed to entertain and educate. Tom (Native English speaker) and Ula (Native Mandarin Chinese speaker from Taiwan) discuss various topics from life to science, from movies to relationships. Also raising three multiracial children they discuss the challenges of raising bilingual children and with learning Mandarin,...

#315 - New Years Revolutions | Mandarin Monkey Podcast | Learn Mandarin and English 09.01.2023

Yes we know its not 'revolutions'. The Mandarin Monkey Podcast is a Mandarin Chinese and English Edutainment podcast designed to entertain and educate. Tom (Native English speaker) and Ula (Native Mandarin Chinese speaker from Taiwan) discuss various topics from life to science, from movies to relationships. Also raising three multiracial children they discuss the challenges of raising bilingual c...

#314 - HOPP Ft: RAGNAR | Mandarin Monkey Podcast 19.12.2022

We are gifted by the presence of Ragnar today and a chat about his company Hopp, which is an electric scooter rental service around Europe. We have a chat about Iceland (Ragnars home country), the business and lots of things inbetween. Get The Podcast Appmandarinmonkey.com/mandarin-monkey-podcast-app/Mandaboo iOStinyurl.com/iosMandabooAndroidtinyurl.com/AndroidMandaboo@MandabooGameWebsitewww.manda...

#313 - BEEFISH | THE MANDARIN MONKEY PODCAST 12.12.2022

As usual we go into the depths of philosposhy in this one and discuss how to say 'ish' and 'ey' in Mandarin Chinese. We also delve into the unfathomable with fears and as always children. Tom wants eye surgery and Ula loves the snow. Slightly shorter than usual but well worth a listen. Get The Podcast Appmandarinmonkey.com/mandarin-monkey-podcast-app/Mandaboo iOStinyurl.com/iosMandabooAndroidtinyu...

#312 - Power Pets | Mandarin and English Podcast | Learn Mandarin and English 05.12.2022

What kind of pet would you have? Do you care if they live forever? what happens with your pet after they die? We learn a bunch of Mandarin things in this one whilst listening to Tom and Ula waffle. Get The Podcast Appmandarinmonkey.com/mandarin-monkey-podcast-app/Mandaboo iOStinyurl.com/iosMandabooAndroidtinyurl.com/AndroidMandaboo@MandabooGameWebsitewww.mandarinmonkey.comBusiness Coursewww.mandar...

#311 - 555 | Mandarin Chinese and English Conversation Learning Podcast 28.11.2022

We do a couple of tests to see whether or not it gets our 2022 year prediction correct, then move onto 2023. We find out some things about eacho other during the process and bring in new and old Mandarin words. Get The Podcast Appmandarinmonkey.com/mandarin-monkey-podcast-app/Mandaboo iOStinyurl.com/iosMandabooAndroidtinyurl.com/AndroidMandaboo@MandabooGameWebsitewww.mandarinmonkey.comBusiness Cou...

#310 - BIRDS AND BEES | MANDARIN CHINESE AND ENGLISH LEARNING PODCAST 21.11.2022

today we are talking about the birds and the bees, Mainly the bees, we then transition onto Black Adam, Doctors, Paintings, VR movies, Business, Games, Mandarin Lessons, Children and Perscriptions. Really trying to keep on track with this one. Get The Podcast Appmandarinmonkey.com/mandarin-monkey-podcast-app/Mandaboo iOStinyurl.com/iosMandabooAndroidtinyurl.com/AndroidMandaboo@MandabooGameWebsitew...

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