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Mandarin Monkey Podcast

Mandarin Monkey

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.

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53:26

Bus Stop Mandarin, Sky Lantern Wishes, and Ordering...

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2025/10/24

Today’s Listener Mailbag is stacked: Mandarin at the bus stop, writing a sky-lantern wish in Pingxi, ordering dinner in Kunming with zero English, the strange peace of visa lines with a podcast in your ears, and a market auntie gifting a spring onion for luck. Plus: dogs, Edinburgh place names, and whether American English secretly makes more sense. Perfect for immersive Mandarin listening practice - Ula in Mandarin, Tom in English - so you can follow along and pick up real phrases in context.Send

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58:35

Hump Day, VR Boxing, and Gua Sha Pain (Ep. 426) |...

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2025/10/22

Hump day chat with bilingual Mandarin + English listening practice baked in. We tackle a parenting standoff over toys at school, how “Thrill of the Fight” in VR turned into a 12-round sweat fest, whether gua sha helps or just hurts, Halloween safety (and trunk-or-treat), British politeness vs Taiwanese directness, and a surprisingly decent side hustle: cleaning garages for cash.Send us a story for Friday’s Listener Mailbag: chat@mandarinmonkey.comLessons, hangouts, intensives:

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48:45

Can You Learn Chinese in Your Sleep? | Mandarin...

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2025/10/17

Ever tried to learn Mandarin while you sleep?One listener did — and his girlfriend woke up to him whispering “māma” all night.In this episode, we read your wildest Mandarin stories: 🧠 Sleep-learning experiments gone wrong 🐟 The “train station” that turned into a pet shop 💔 The couple arguing about the third tone 🙊 Why Chinese speakers don’t say “bless you” and much more from our Listener Mailbag.This is real Mandarin listening practice — with jokes, accents, and stories from actual learners.📬

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45:37

Totoro, Steak & Escape Rooms｜Chinese–English...

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2025/10/09

This one’s part London adventure, part Mandarin listening practice.Tom celebrated his birthday and 10-year anniversary with Ula — a surprise visit from Auntie Kara, a Studio Ghibli stage show (“My Neighbour Totoro”), London’s best steak at Steak & Company, and an escape-room fail that turned into a win… with only 18 seconds left on the clock.It’s a bilingual Chinese–English episode, so you’ll get real, natural Chinese with clear English context — perfect for learners who want genuine Mandarin

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58:42

Listener Mailbag: First Mandarin Win to Night Market...

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2025/10/03

Listener Mailbag is back. This week your stories cover first Mandarin wins, night market fails, and everything in between. We read your emails about dreaming in tones, KTV redemption songs, taxi mistakes, and the joy of ordering food without pointing. You’ll hear how small slips turn into lasting lessons, why confidence matters more than beer bravery, and how to keep learning when tests and tones trip you up.Send your story: chat@mandarinmonkey.comLessons, hangouts, and intensives:

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40:27

Learn Mandarin Through Wild Camping

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2025/10/01

Learn Mandarin through real conversations. Episode 422 covers wild camping, from rain and wind in the UK to snakes and bears in Taiwan. Pick up camping words in Chinese, hear how to talk about fishing and food, and enjoy bilingual chat in English and Mandarin.Key Mandarin words from this episode:野营 (yě yíng) – wild camping帐篷 (zhàng péng) – tent篝火 (gōu huǒ) – campfire蚊子 (wén zi) – mosquito獾 (huān) – badger蛇 (shé) – snake熊 (xióng) – bear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:01:15

Listener Mailbag: Stuck After HSK3 - Now What?

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2025/09/26

Your emails, your questions, your Mandarin struggles. In this first Listener Mailbag, we tackle: • Tone panic ordering 牛肉麵 • How to pronounce 出去 without tripping • ü vs u, and why “iu” sounds like “yo” • Zhuyin vs Pinyin — which works in Taiwan • Why HSK tests don’t prepare you for street speed • Training your ears to real Mandarin • Karaoke learning, flashcard guilt, and moreEmail your questions to chat@mandarinmonkey.com and we might answer them next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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45:29

The Truth About Learning Mandarin: Your Top Questions...

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2025/09/24

Is Mandarin really that hard to learn? How long does it take? Should you learn simplified or traditional characters? In this episode, we answer the most-searched questions about learning Mandarin and share real tips from our own experience.You’ll learn:How to start learning MandarinWhether tones really matterThe fastest way to get conversationalFree and paid tools that workHow to stay motivated and avoid the plateauGrab your free Mandarin lesson at MandarinMonkey.com and join a global community of

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48:28

Stop Saying “Nǐ Hǎo” + When to Push Your Kids (and...

Mandarin Monkey Podcast ·

2025/09/19

Most Chinese learners start with “nǐ hǎo” — but no one actually says that. We break down how native speakers really greet each other, and why using the right phrases makes you sound less like a tourist.We also go deeper on: • Why we might flip our podcast intro to help beginners stay engaged • Life priorities — health, family, work, rest — and how they keep changing • When to push kids into learning skills (like piano, languages, or acting) • Confidence, stage fright, and how to stay brave even when

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59:58

Mandarin Chinese Podcast 418: Good News Roundup,...

Mandarin Monkey Podcast ·

2025/09/12

Learn Mandarin while you live your life. Bilingual Mandarin-English. Easy listening. Real topics.Today you get 10 positive stories, quick takes, and daily Mandarin input.What you hear • How to use this podcast while commuting, working out, or doing chores • UK vs Taiwan buses, commuting, and remote work social energy • Good news stories with simple Chinese and English contextGood news highlights • The Red Dress Project, 14 years, 51 countries, Guinness record embroidery • A free compliment stand by

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57:28

Phones Are Listening. Ads Are Creepy. Where Should We...

Mandarin Monkey Podcast ·

2025/09/10

In this episode of the Mandarin Monkey Podcast, we chat in Mandarin and English about the safest countries to move to in 2025. Iceland, New Zealand, Singapore, Canada, Taiwan, which one would you choose?This is a bilingual Mandarin and English conversation. You’ll hear natural Mandarin phrases mixed with English, perfect for learners who want to practice listening, pick up everyday vocabulary, and get a feel for real spoken Chinese.What we cover in this episode:Phones listening and targeted adsOur

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1:04:04

Learn Mandarin Through Real Life: Neighbors, Center...

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2025/09/05

Learn upper-beginner Mandarin with real stories from UK life. We talk about meeting Hong Kong neighbors, Cantonese vs Mandarin, Center Parcs, bikes, bowling, mini golf, and family costs. You get natural conversation, clear vocab, and usable phrases.What you learn today • Meeting neighbors in Chinese • Cantonese vs Mandarin basics, Traditional vs Simplified • Family, school, and community vocabulary • Activities vocab: bikes, boats, bowling, mini golf, swimming • Money talk: prices, renting,

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48:40

Tuesday Bonus: Taiwan, Kids, and a Boiling Hot Tub |...

Mandarin Monkey Podcast ·

2025/09/02

This is a bonus Tuesday episode of the Mandarin Monkey Podcast. We talk about summer holidays in the UK, why we want our kids to spend time in Taiwan, and what happened when a glamping hot tub got way too hot.If you’re learning Mandarin, this podcast gives you real conversations in English and Chinese. You’ll hear everyday Mandarin in context, with natural back-and-forth between a native speaker and a learner.In this episode:Teaching kids about Taiwan and Taiwanese cultureHow family life mixes with

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36:34

Work From Home or Café? | Productivity and Mandarin...

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2025/08/29

In Episode 414 of the Mandarin Monkey Podcast, Tom and Ula debate whether people get more done working from home, in a café, or in a library. Tom explains why cafés push him to focus, while Ula admits she gets distracted by people-watching. The conversation moves into Mandarin culture and language, with a funny look at how to say “I’m coming” in Chinese without double meanings, and whether to call women Ayi, Jiejie, or Meimei in Taiwan. The episode mixes everyday Mandarin, cultural tips, and

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56:26

Learn Mandarin Through Real Life: Camping Without the...

Mandarin Monkey Podcast ·

2025/08/08

We left the kids with Grandpa and went camping in the Cotswolds.In this episode, we talk about:Surviving storms, wind, and waspsSetting up camp like amateursWatching a movie in our tent with a projectorExploring Banbury and WoodstockLearning Mandarin through real, honest conversationUla speaks Mandarin. Tom speaks English. You get natural Mandarin input with built-in context. No textbook. No boring repetition. Just real talk, in two languages.Perfect for learners who want to:Train their ears with

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1:07:14

Mandarin Practice at Home: Chaos, Kids, and...

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2025/08/01

Think learning Mandarin is all flashcards and peaceful study sessions? Try doing it with three kids, zero time, and a brain that forgets half the vocab by lunch. In this episode, we talk about the real side of language learning—messy, inconsistent, and occasionally shouted across the room.We cover how we keep (some of) our Mandarin skills alive, why casual conversations aren’t enough, and how learning a language with your partner can be… character-building. There’s also some talk about camping,

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56:13

Spider Boat Trip, Job Hack, Little Wins | Mandarin...

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2025/07/25

Dive into another lively episode of the Mandarin Monkey podcast, where we celebrate the power of life's small victories and recount some unforgettable weekend adventures. From the thrill and challenges of landing a new job (hello, creative video applications!) to the quirky misadventures of a family boating trip overtaken by spiders, this episode covers it all with humor and heartfelt reflections. All in Mandarin and English. Join us as we explore how appreciating "little wins" can significantly

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54:32

Traveling Taiwan with Kids: Peace, Chaos &...

Mandarin Monkey Podcast ·

2025/07/10

In this episode, we dive into the joys and chaos of family travel, focusing on our experiences in Taiwan. From navigating holidays with kids to finding moments of peace in the middle of it all, we reflect on what makes a trip truly memorable. We chat about Taiwan’s rich cultural moments like Children's Day, the importance of good food, and why nostalgia plays such a big role in where we go next.0:00 Intro & Banter1:00 Planning Holidays with Kids3:30 Jet Lag Struggles4:30 Family Holidays in

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56:44

Yes, It’s Cringe. Yes, You Should Still Do It | OuEr...

Mandarin Monkey Podcast ·

2025/07/04

In this episode, Tom and Ula dive into the messy, hilarious, and honest journey of personal growth. From embracing the cringe that comes with putting yourself out there creatively, to exploring how AI is transforming content creation, they get candid about the highs and lows of doing what you love. They also dream out loud about future community events, live gatherings, and the lifelong journey of learning languages. Expect laughs, real talk, and a healthy dose of encouragement to just keep

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1:01:29

The Only Way Out Is Through | Mandarin and English...

Mandarin Monkey Podcast ·

2025/06/27

In this episode of the Mandarin Monkey Podcast, Tom and Ula get reflective about some of life’s biggest questions—what does wealth really mean, and is it the same as happiness? The pair open up about their journey through podcasting, parenting three kids, and navigating life’s chaos while trying to stay sane (or at least, mildly caffeinated).They explore how wealth without purpose feels hollow, why goals matter even if they shift, and the underrated power of boredom when your brain needs a break

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