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ChinesePod

ChinesePod.com is the largest online resource for self-study of Mandarin Chinese. A portion of our podcasts are made available to you for free on Soundcloud.

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ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Newbie) - Business Cards...

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2025/04/30

Business cards. In China they’re handed out for any and every reason… but what do you say when you get one? “Thanks” might seem a little bland, but then again, “WOW! You’ve such fine taste in paper!” might be a bit over the top. So then what? Better find out; you’ll be doing it about 12 times a day. In this podcast, learn to do the ol’ card exchange, in Mandarin Chinese.

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00:13:49

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Newbie) - Long Time No...

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2025/04/30

Cliché as it may be, a good “long time no see” does wonders for reconnecting with old friends. In this podcast, we’re going to make you sound more like a local by sharing these tidbits, as well as a cooler way of saying “how are you." And how are you? In this Chinese lesson, you'll learn that in Shanghai there's only one correct answer...

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00:17:41

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Upper Intermediate) -...

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2025/03/10

Ah, taxes... one of the few certainties in life, and the bane of our existence. Unfortunately, learning all the little quirks of the Chinese tax system doesn't make the whole ordeal any more fun in China. Listen in to this lesson, and we can help you out with the Mandarin Chinese side of the equation, at least.

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00:14:51

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Intermediate) - Kaixin...

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2025/03/10

If you take random peeks at your Chinese co-workers' computer screens throughout the day, you'll be sure to find quite a few of them raising farm animals and growing crops on Kaixin Wang. Kaixin Wang is China's answer to Facebook, and it's super popular. Listen to today's Mandarin lesson to find out more.

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00:17:51

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Upper Intermediate) -...

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2025/03/10

What goes on in a Chinese bath house? Maybe not all of it is fit for a family podcast, but in this lesson a husband insists that bath houses are rapidly becoming popular (and legitimate) places to make business deals. Listen in on the debate and learn some useful Mandarin Chinese.

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00:17:34

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Upper Intermediate) - Job...

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2025/03/10

The days of the "iron rice bowl" are long gone, a daughter reminds her mother in this lesson. Just as in many other parts of the world, modern Chinese young people aren't staying with any one employer for too long. Find out more about this viewpoint on the Chinese job market in this lesson.

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00:18:17

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Intermediate) - Addressing...

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2025/03/10

It's intimidating enough meeting your spouse's family... today we're meeting the whole extended family, titles, relationships and all. After studying this lesson, you'll have the tools you need to feel comfortable in any Chinese family gathering!

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00:17:51

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Intermediate) - Foot...

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2025/03/10

We're in for a treat today - foot massages! But not just any foot massages... these will be medicinal foot soaks. Learn all about how the foot relates to other parts of the body - and how taking care of your feet might even help your stomach (huh)?

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00:20:07

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Upper Intermediate) -...

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2025/03/10

In August 7, 2010, there was a terrible mudslide in Gansu Province. In this lesson we hear not only a newscast related to the natural disaster, but also the reactions of some average Chinese people with relatives in Gansu.

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00:15:51

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Upper Intermediate) - Band...

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2025/03/10

Crank your amps up to 11; it's time for band practice! In this lesson you'll learn the Chinese to talk about getting ready for the big show, busting out with that sweet guitar solo, and even the possibility of making it big.

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00:14:32

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Upper Intermediate) - The...

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2025/03/10

The rising cost of food is a social issue that can't be ignored. You'll hear the average Zhou on the street talking about it, and you'll see it on the news. But what happens when you put the two together? What are the Chinese viewer reactions to this kind of news? Tune in to this lesson to find out.

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00:21:37

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Upper Intermediate) -...

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2025/03/10

Adults that still live with their parents long past the time when they were expected to be financially independent are said to be "gnawing on the old" in Mandarin Chinese. In this lesson, hear how a member of this clan interacts with his parents (who don't particularly enjoy the gnawing).

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00:15:39

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Upper Intermediate) -...

ChinesePod ·

2025/03/10

"Second-hand" isn't just one option when buying a bicycle; for many consumers, it's a whole way of life. In this lesson, we cover a range of topics, from broken-down bikes to second-hand philosophy.

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00:16:58

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Intermediate) - Having...

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2025/03/10

What better way to spend an hour on Saturday than soaking your fingers, getting your hands massaged, and coming home with beautifully manicured nails? And did you know - manicures aren't just for women! Check out today's lesson to arm yourself to confidently walk into a Chinese nail salon and get a lovely French manicure.

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00:20:31

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Upper Intermediate) -...

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2025/03/10

Do you know all the work that goes into maintaining a rice paddy? And can you talk about it in Mandarin Chinese? In this lesson, a visitor to the countryside learns about both the hard labor and the simple pleasures to be found outside of China's urban areas.

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00:20:30

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Upper Intermediate) -...

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2025/03/10

At least for the time being, a lot of things are cheaper in China than in the West. One that might not immediately come to mind is laser eye surgery. But is it safe? How is it viewed and discussed in Chinese society? Listen in to this lesson for a modern Chinese take.

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00:20:52

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Upper Intermediate) - The...

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2025/03/10

Do you know the story of the Frog Prince? Do you know the Chinese chengyu about frogs and wells? In this lesson, hear a children's fairytale infused with Chinese cultural characteristics, and also get a little dose of Middle Kingdom morals.

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00:15:28

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Intermediate) - Fire in...

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2025/03/10

If you've been to China, you will have noticed the lack of fire detectors in homes and office buildings. We won't be solving this problem with today's ChinesePod lesson, but we will be providing you with the language tools to alert others if there is a fire. You'll also be learning how to ask for a fire extinguisher!

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00:13:52

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Intermediate) - Computer...

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2025/03/10

We've all been there: you're in the middle of a big project, you're about to save, and... nothing. Your computer is frozen. Nothing to do but shout in anger and beg the tech. department to come over and see what the bigger problem is. A virus? A hardware issue? Tune in today to learn how to describe computer problems and how to ask for help.

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00:16:16

ChinesePod - Free Podcast (Upper Intermediate) -...

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2025/03/10

How do you provide healthcare for a population of 1.4 billion? We don't know either, but this lesson takes a look at the more practical side of the issue: just getting a prescription filled. The Chinese process is a bit different from that of the west, so listen in to learn the Chinese way to get those meds.

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