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Mandarin Blueprint

Luke & Phil from Mandarin Blueprint

Mandarin Blueprint is the most ambitious online Chinese learning curriculum ever attempted. Not only because it integrates pronunciation, characters, vocabulary & grammar acquisition materials, but more importantly because it teaches how to relate everything you need to know about Chinese to your personal lived experience. Everything about your past is a potential connection you can make to Mandarin, and we"re experts at helping you find them. Not to mention, Chinese is a super cool language! Once

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00:13:55

Why Chinese Listening Is So Hard (And How to Fix It)

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2025/11/05

00:00 Intro 01:00 1. It’s out of your control 01:30 2. People don’t talk like they do in learning materials 01:49 3. The Real World Is Loud 02:23 1. Tones Change Meaning 03:05 2. Many Words Sound the Same 03:33 3. Accents Make Things Even Harder 05:50 Use Mnemonics 08:00 Learn Characters to Boost Word […]

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00:20:21

8 Mindset Shifts That Make Mandarin Fluency Inevitable

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2025/10/29

00:00 Intro 00:47 Mindset Shift #1 03:07 Mindset Shift #2 05:33 Mindset Shift #3 07:31 Mindset Shift #4 09:45 Mindset Shift #5 11:49 Mindset Shift #6 13:56 Mindset Shift #7 17:04 Mindset Shift #8 19:02 Conclusion & Next Steps

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00:12:54

This ONE Skill Makes Chinese Learning 10X Easier

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2025/10/27

00:00 Intro 01:00 Why Listening Alone Isn’t Enough for Fluency 02:30 The Hidden Problem with Only Learning Pinyin 04:15 How Chinese Characters Create Built-In Logic 06:00 Patterns That Unlock Vocabulary Exponentially 07:45 Why Reading Accelerates Listening and Comprehension 09:15 Think 3,000 Characters Is Too Much? Think Again 11:00 Conclusion and next steps

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00:20:08

6 Myths About Learning Chinese

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2025/10/22

00:00 Intro 00:22 Myth #1: Learning Fluent Chinese is an Impossible Task 04:06 Myth #2: The Chinese writing system is impossible (or takes many years) to master 06:18 Myth #3: Tones are Impossibly Difficult to get right 11:05 Myth #4: You Have to Live in China to Become Fluent 13:28 Myth #5: Learning Chinese Isn’t […]

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00:28:48

4 Techniques To Improve Your Spoken Chinese FAST

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2025/10/20

00:00 Intro 01:53 Technique #1 10:15 Technique #2 14:08 Technique #3 20:14 Technique #4 27:20 Conclusion

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00:21:11

Learning Chinese Is Simple, Actually

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2025/10/15

00:00 Intro 02:14 Structure 06:44 Methodology 08:31 Best Tools & Methods to Easily Learn Chinese Words 15:42 Consistency 19:47 Next Step

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00:29:49

How to Make Chinese Learning Addictive

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2025/10/13

00:00 Intro 00:31 Build Daily Chinese Habits That Stick 01:01 The 3-Step Method to Reaching Fluency 03:03 Why Identity, Not Willpower, Drives Success 04:01 Make Chinese Obvious: Routine Audit Strategy 05:54 Reduce Bad Habits to Make Time for Chinese 08:07 Plan, Stack & Schedule Your Language Habits 11:39 Make Chinese Attractive With Dopamine Triggers 19:10 […]

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01:25:16

Read Chinese In 85 Minutes (Without Pinyin)

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2025/10/08

00:00:00 Intro: Instantly Read Chinese (From Zero) 00:02:55 What Makes Up a Chinese Character 00:04:02 The Hànzì Movie Method Breakdown 00:08:00 First Character Scene: 人 (Person) 00:15:00 Fixing Forgetfulness in Your Memory Scenes 00:20:33 Making Abstract Ideas Visual: “Individual” 00:26:14 Speed Up: Characters in 10 Seconds 00:46:01 Learn 100+ Characters a Day 01:04:11 Stop Studying […]

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00:55:04

Why You Keep Quitting Chinese (And How To Fix It)

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2025/10/06

0:00 Intro 01:14 What Is B2 Fluency? A Clear Target 04:55 How Long Does It Take to Reach B2? 08:00 Why You MUST Learn Chinese Characters 12:40 Calculate Your Path to Fluency 16:14 The Valley of Disappointment Explained 22:50 Write Down Your Goal Like This 25:00 Discover Your Deep “Why” 37:35 What Is Self-Sabotage & […]

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00:21:47

Why Most Chinese Learners Fail

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2025/10/01

0:00 Intro 1:20 The wrong way- Massive mistakes Chinese learners make 10:05 The right way 15:44 Learn Chinese faster and easier 16:50 Bonus techniques

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00:19:53

How to Make Chinese Learning Fun

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2025/09/29

0:00 Intro 4:34 #1: Hanzi Movie Method (Mnemonic Visualization) 7:52 #2: Living Links (mnemonic association) 9:57 #3: Spaced Repetition 10:58 #4: Shadowing 11:48 #5: Active Recall Speaking & Flashcards 12:54 #6: Language Islands 15:27 #7: Immersion with Real Chinese Content 16:55 #8: Speaking With Natives 18:55 Conclusion and NEXT step

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00:15:47

Saying Sorry in Chinese: Essential Phrases

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2023/06/20

Luke, here. In this episode, I go into the many different ways to apologize in Chinese. I explore a variety of phrases to convey apologies, including “Excuse me,” “I’m sorry,” “Can you forgive me?” and more.Join me as I discuss the appropriate contexts for each phrase, how to respond to apologies, and how to apologize in specific situations. Whether you are a Mandarin enthusiast, a traveler, or simply curious about other cultures, this episode will teach you proper Chinese etiquette and practical

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00:57:14

202. A Homeschooler’s Experience of Mandarin Blueprint

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2023/05/16

Phil here. This week, I tackle the question that's on many language learners' minds - can you really become fully fluent in a new language? I explain why the answer is yes, as long as you prioritize the language by connecting it to your core values. I also discuss building confidence to speak to native speakers, as well as the role that mindset plays in language learning. While mindset is essential, the wrong method can still stymie your progress. I'll explain why. Tune in to this week's episode

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00:32:55

201. “I Need a Dictionary to Understand Myself!”

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2023/05/02

Luke here. In this week’s episode, we delve into the struggles and breakthroughs of learning Mandarin. It's natural to feel overwhelmed and discouraged at times, but we're here to guide you on how to appreciate the language through immersion. We've had students who have become so immersed that they have needed a dictionary to understand their own thoughts in Chinese. Consistent practice is key, and even just 30 minutes a day can make a significant difference. As a language learner myself with a busy

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01:01:30

200. Play the Understanding Game & Win Fluency

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2023/04/18

Phil here. In this week’s episode, I explore the idea of "playing to understand" when it comes to language acquisition. I believe that instead of focusing on memorization and knowledge about a language, we should adopt a more childlike attitude and focus on playing an understanding game to learn Chinese. By doing so, we can achieve real fluency and understand language patterns on a deeper level. I also emphasize that understanding does not equal memorization and that our brains are wired to extract

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00:28:52

199. How AI Can Make Learning Chinese Easier

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2023/04/04

This week, Luke Neale explores the topic of using AI tools such as ChatGPT to improve Chinese learning. Luke discusses using Chat GPT for tutoring, and emphasized the benefits of the conversational aspect. It seems like it provides a comprehensive list of vocabulary, pinyin, and English translations, and allows for follow-up questions related to previous topics as if you’re having a real conversation. Luke also discusses the benefits of using flashcards and handwriting. Additionally, he discusses

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00:49:54

198. The Dastardly Deed of Decoding Grammar

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2023/03/21

This week, Phil Crimmins delves into the topic of improving Chinese grammar by connecting with your local Chinese community. Phil shares his personal experience of how immersing himself in the Chinese community helped him to master the language and provides tips on how you can do the same. He also talks about the Mandarin Blueprint team's recent YouTube videos, which will provide you with even more practical insights and strategies to accelerate your Mandarin learning journey. Whether you're a

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00:31:38

197. Master 3000+ Chinese Characters in Just One Year...

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2023/03/07

In this Podcast episode, we showcase the progress of some of our students while providing valuable tips and strategies for Chinese language learning. Improve your grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation skills with our insights and efficiently absorb the language. Practice regularly and follow our suggestions to achieve your language goals faster than traditional methods. 🔴 Subscribe for more free Mandarin Chinese training: https://www.youtube.com/@MandarinBlueprint?sub_confirmation=1 ✅ FREE

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01:16:08

196. Two Weeks to Basic Literacy in Chinese

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2023/02/21

In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Phil tells us how you can easily acquire basic literacy in Chinese in two weeks.

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00:47:37

195. How To Find the Time For Learning Chinese

Mandarin Blueprint ·

2023/02/07

In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke tells us the best tips on how to find the time for learning Chinese.

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