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Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese

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Are you ready to supercharge your Mandarin Chinese listening comprehension? Our podcast is the perfect tool for you.Studies show that the key to mastering a second language is through repetition and active processing. That"s why each episode of our podcast features a story in Mandarin Chinese, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Mandarin Chinese and English.This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a

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14:55

Finding Harmony: Balancing Dreams and Family Ties

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/08/03

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Harmony: Balancing Dreams and Family Ties Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-03-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 炎炎夏日，知了在树上叫个不停。En: On a scorching summer day, the zhiliao wouldn't stop buzzing in the trees.Zh: 小区里，孩子们在外面玩耍，家人们在门廊上闲聊。En: In the neighborhood, children played outside while families chatted on their porches.Zh: 小区的每个角落都充满了夏天的味道。En: Every corner of the community was filled with the

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15:06

Finding Balance and Inspiration on Shanghai's Vibrant...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/08/02

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Balance and Inspiration on Shanghai's Vibrant Waitan Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-02-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 清晨，上海的外滩笼罩在金色的阳光中。En: In the early morning, the Waitan in Shanghai is bathed in golden sunlight.Zh: 黄浦江的水面反射着迷人的光芒，天际线上的摩天大楼闪烁着光辉。En: The surface of the Huangpu River reflects enchanting light, and the skyscrapers on the skyline shimmer with brilliance.Zh:

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12:54

Flavorful Triumph: Ling's Unforgettable Mystery Tea Win

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/08/01

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Flavorful Triumph: Ling's Unforgettable Mystery Tea Win Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-01-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在台北的一个热闹的夏日午后，阳光透过泡泡茶店的窗户，洒在颜色鲜艳的墙壁和柜台上，空气中弥漫着新鲜泡好的茶香。En: On a lively summer afternoon in Taipei, sunlight streamed through the windows of a bubble tea shop, casting its rays on the brightly colored walls and counters, while the air was filled with the aroma of freshly brewed

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14:02

The Missing Teapot: A Tale of Secrets and Reconciliation

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/31

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: The Missing Teapot: A Tale of Secrets and Reconciliation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-31-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在成都竹林深处，有一家古色古香的茶馆。En: In the depths of a bamboo forest in Chengdu, there is a quaint and traditional tea house.Zh: 这茶馆装饰着木制屏风，温馨的灯笼散发出柔和的光，屋子里弥漫着乌龙和茉莉的幽香。En: This tea house is decorated with wooden screens, softly lit by warm lanterns, and filled with the subtle fragrance of

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13:55

Love in Uniform: Finding Harmony Amidst Duty in Qingdao

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/30

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Love in Uniform: Finding Harmony Amidst Duty in Qingdao Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-30-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在青岛的一个夏日，海风轻轻吹拂，海洋的咸味在空气中弥漫。En: On a summer day in Qingdao, the sea breeze gently blew, and the salty scent of the ocean permeated the air.Zh: 海军基地的旗帜随风飘扬，军舰整齐地停泊在港口，整个基地显得忙碌而有序。En: The flags at the navy base fluttered in the wind, and the warships were docked neatly at the

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14:33

Lijiang's Lure: Finding Courage Amidst Ancient Beauty

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2025/07/29

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Lijiang's Lure: Finding Courage Amidst Ancient Beauty Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-29-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 七月，一个阳光明媚的早晨，美玲漫步在丽江古城的小巷中。En: In July, on a sunny morning, Meiling strolled through the alleys of Lijiang's ancient town.Zh: 她的相机在手，捕捉着眼前的每一个美好瞬间。En: With her camera in hand, she captured every beautiful moment before her.Zh: 古城的青石板路上，阳光斑驳，小贩们的吆喝声此起彼伏，空气中弥漫着花香，还有远处群山的静谧。En: On

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14:52

Destined Connections: A Journey Along the Great Wall

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/28

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Destined Connections: A Journey Along the Great Wall Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-28-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 长城在阳光下蜿蜒穿越绿意盎然的夏季景观，En: The Changcheng, or Great Wall, winds through the lush, verdant summer landscape under the sun.Zh: 古老的石墙吸引着无数游客徜徉其中，领略大自然的壮丽景色。En: The ancient stone wall attracts countless tourists who wander through it, taking in the magnificent scenery of nature.Zh:

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12:50

Rediscovering Yiheyuan: A Tale of History and...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/27

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Rediscovering Yiheyuan: A Tale of History and Photography Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-27-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 夏天的颐和园，如同一幅生动的美丽画卷。En: The Summer Yiheyuan is like a vivid, beautiful painting.Zh: 周围满是游客，三三两两地漫步在湖边。En: The area is filled with tourists, strolling in twos and threes along the lakeside.Zh: 有的在拍照，有的在休息，En: Some are taking photos, some are resting.Zh: 举目四望，满是轻松和欢笑。En: Looking

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14:10

Unexpected Friendships and Flavors on Ferragosto

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2025/07/26

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Unexpected Friendships and Flavors on Ferragosto Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-26-22-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 明亮的太阳洒在阿马尔菲海岸湛蓝的海面上，海风轻拂，仿佛在邀请人们踏上一段不同寻常的旅程。En: The bright sun cast its rays on the Amalfi Coast's azure sea surface, with the sea breeze gently blowing, as if inviting people to embark on an unusual journey.Zh: 今天是特别的日子——Ferragosto节假日，一个充满欢庆和友谊的时刻。En: Today is a special day — the

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15:09

Surprise Talent Show Unites Hearts by the Changjiang...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/25

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Surprise Talent Show Unites Hearts by the Changjiang River Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-25-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 阳光透过树叶洒在长江边的训练营，En: The sunshine filtered through the leaves, sprinkling onto the training camp by the Changjiang River.Zh: 波光粼粼的水面反射出金色的光芒。En: The shimmering water reflected a golden glow.Zh: 美兰站在营地的木制舞台旁，心中满是期待。En: Meilan stood by the wooden stage of the camp, her heart

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13:38

Lost and Found on the Great Wall: Liu's Historic Quest

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/23

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Lost and Found on the Great Wall: Liu's Historic Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-23-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 夏日的长城，延绵不绝，宛如一条巨龙。En: The summer Changcheng, stretches endlessly, like a giant dragon.Zh: 天蓝如洗，几片白云点缀着夏日的晴空。En: The sky is as blue as if it were washed clean, with a few white clouds adorning the summer sky.Zh: 石阶古老，散发着历史的气息，绿色的藤蔓沿着墙壁攀爬，让长城更显生机。En: The ancient stone steps exude a

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13:17

From Lake Dreams to Latte Ambitions: A Journey Begins

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/22

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: From Lake Dreams to Latte Ambitions: A Journey Begins Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-22-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 微风轻轻地拂过西湖，荷花盛开，湖水轻轻拍打着岸边。En: The breeze gently brushed over West Lake, the lotus flowers were in full bloom, and the lake water softly patted against the shore.Zh: 微和朋友凌、江一起坐在湖边的长椅上，享受着夏日的美好时光。En: Wei sat on a bench by the lake with his friends Ling and Jiang, enjoying the

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13:26

Kites on the Great Wall: A Windy Adventure

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/21

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Kites on the Great Wall: A Windy Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-21-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在中国长城上，阳光灿烂，一片喧闹。En: On the Great Wall of China, the sun shone brightly, and the atmosphere was bustling with activity.Zh: 明、丽丽和杰三个人兴奋地站在墙上，手中紧握一只巨大的风筝。En: Ming, Lili, and Jie stood excitedly on the wall, holding a gigantic kite tightly in their hands.Zh:

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14:22

Weathering the Storm: A Community's Strength in Unity

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/20

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Weathering the Storm: A Community's Strength in Unity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-20-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 夏天的清晨，阳光洒在绿色的稻田上，空气中弥漫着清新的泥土气息。En: On a summer morning, sunlight spilled over the green fields of rice, and a fresh earthy scent filled the air.Zh: 这是一个安静而美好的早晨，李伟却满心忧虑。En: It was a quiet and beautiful morning, yet Li Wei was filled with worry.Zh: 他是这个农场的主人，一个勤奋而心思细腻的农民。En: He was

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14:56

Rekindling Bonds: A Qixi Festival Reunion on Shanghai...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/19

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Rekindling Bonds: A Qixi Festival Reunion on Shanghai Bund Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-19-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 梅站在上海外滩，雨滴轻轻地落在她的雨伞上。En: Mei stood on the Shanghai Bund, raindrops gently falling on her umbrella.Zh: 天空被灰色的云层笼罩着，黄浦江的水面泛起阵阵涟漪。En: The sky was shrouded in gray clouds, and ripples spread across the surface of the Huangpu River.Zh: 今天是七夕节，一个充满爱情与团聚的日子，En: Today was Qixi

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14:36

Unveiling Shadows: The Historian’s Hidden Manuscript...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/18

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Unveiling Shadows: The Historian’s Hidden Manuscript Breakthrough Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-18-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 地下室里，李伟坐在他那张布满灰尘的长桌前，聚精会神地阅读着一本古老的手稿。En: In the basement, Li Wei sat in front of his dust-covered long table, engrossed in reading an ancient manuscript.Zh: 夏天的阳光透过唯一的小窗射进来，照在他脑袋上，形成一个耀眼的光圈。En: The summer sunlight streamed through the only small window, shining on his

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14:57

Hope and Trust: A Heartwarming Orphanage Tale

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/17

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Hope and Trust: A Heartwarming Orphanage Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-17-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 夏天的阳光透过孤儿院的窗户洒在地板上，随着清风轻轻摇曳。En: The summer sunlight filtered through the windows of the orphanage, flickering gently with the breeze.Zh: 李梅坐在窗边，紧握手中的书。En: Li Mei sat by the window, tightly clutching the book in her hands.Zh: 这是她手术后休养的第三周。En: This was her third week of recuperation after

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12:12

Lotus Blossoms and Brush Strokes: Liwei's Artful Journey

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/16

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Lotus Blossoms and Brush Strokes: Liwei's Artful Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-16-22-34-00-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在一个阳光明媚的夏天，丽伟、小美和陈明来到了颐和园。En: On a sunny summer day, Liwei, Xiaomei, and Chen Ming went to the Yiheyuan.Zh: 他们正为学校的艺术项目做准备。En: They were preparing for a school art project.Zh: 颐和园的花园很美丽，古老的建筑充满了灵感。En: The garden at Yiheyuan was beautiful, and the ancient buildings were full of

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13:37

Startup Dreams and Life Lessons: Mei's Journey to...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/15

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Startup Dreams and Life Lessons: Mei's Journey to Balance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-15-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在一个炎热的夏日早晨，北京的一家创业孵化器里，忙碌的年轻人们似乎比外面的天气还要热情。En: On a hot summer morning, inside a startup incubator in Beijing, the busy young people seemed even more enthusiastic than the weather outside.Zh: 这里是创业的世界，电子产品的鸣响，键盘的声音无处不在。En: This is a world of entrepreneurship, where the sounds

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14:13

Unveiling Forgotten Secrets Along the Great Wall

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/07/14

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Unveiling Forgotten Secrets Along the Great Wall Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-07-14-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 盛夏的朝霞洒在万里长城之上，古老的城墙在阳光下显得更加威严。En: The summer's morning glow bathed the Wanli Changcheng (Great Wall), and in the sunlight, the ancient walls appeared even more majestic.Zh: 长城蜿蜒在绿色山岭之间，历史的重量在这里显得分外明显。En: The Changcheng wound its way through the green mountain ridges, and the weight of

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