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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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15:40

Finding Light: A Project Manager's Unexpected Summer...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/08/14

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Light: A Project Manager's Unexpected Summer Revelation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-14-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 江伟是一个勤奋的项目经理，在一家大型公司里工作。En: Jiang Wei is a diligent project manager working at a large company.Zh: 夏天的办公室，空调嗡嗡作响，电脑屏幕的光在疲惫的眼睛上散开。En: In the summer office, the air conditioner hums, and the light from the computer screen spreads across her tired eyes.Zh:

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13:23

Finding Love and Inspiration: Mei's Photographic Journey

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2025/08/13

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Love and Inspiration: Mei's Photographic Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-13-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 梅喜欢摄影，她常常拿着相机到外面拍照。En: Mei loves photography, and she often takes her camera outside to take pictures.Zh: 但是，她总觉得自己的作品不够好。En: However, she always feels her work isn't good enough.Zh: 这是一个夏天的下午，阳光明媚。梅决定要去外滩寻找灵感。En: One sunny summer afternoon, Mei decided to go to the Bund to

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13:02

A Farewell in Beijing: Chasing Dreams Beyond Borders

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2025/08/12

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: A Farewell in Beijing: Chasing Dreams Beyond Borders Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-12-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 北京首都国际机场的大厅里，行人匆匆。En: In the hall of Beijing Capital International Airport, travelers hurried about.Zh: 咖啡的香气在空气中飘荡，行李箱的滚轮在地板上轻轻划过。En: The aroma of coffee floated in the air, and the wheels of suitcases glided softly over the floor.Zh: 八月的阳光从窗户洒进来，给这繁忙的下午增添了一丝温暖的感觉。En: The August

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14:52

Unearthing Secrets: The Terracotta Warriors' Hidden...

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2025/08/11

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Unearthing Secrets: The Terracotta Warriors' Hidden Stories Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-11-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 骄阳似火的夏日里，丽华和明在西安的兵马俑遗址，周围是一片繁忙的考古活动现场。En: On a scorching summer day, Lihua and Ming were at the Xi'an Terracotta Warriors site, surrounded by a bustling archaeological scene.Zh: 烈日将每一位陶俑的轮廓勾勒得更加清晰，像是历史的亡灵在守护着这片土地。En: The blazing sun outlined every terracotta warrior more

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15:15

Rekindling Bonds: Navigating Life's Crossroads in...

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2025/08/10

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Rekindling Bonds: Navigating Life's Crossroads in Beijing Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-10-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 北京的夏日，阳光透过《异类之家》咖啡馆的大窗，洒在每一张小桌上。En: In the summer in Beijing, sunlight streamed through the large windows of the Yileizhijia café, spilling onto every small table.Zh: 曾经的大学同学梅、健和丽玲在此重聚，时隔十年，他们终于再次相见。En: Former college classmates Mei, Jian, and Liling reunited here after ten

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12:55

Finding Family and Art: A Reunion at the Shanghai Art...

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2025/08/09

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Family and Art: A Reunion at the Shanghai Art Museum Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-09-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 上海艺术博物馆的大厅中，参观者熙熙攘攘，墙上挂满了色彩斑斓的画作。En: In the atrium of the Shanghai Art Museum, visitors were bustling about, and the walls were adorned with vibrant paintings.Zh: 虽然外面是湿热的夏天，这里却是凉爽安逸的。En: While it was hot and humid outside in the summer, the inside was cool and peaceful.Zh:

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14:42

Jasmine Tea and Urban Dreamscapes: A Serendipitous...

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2025/08/08

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Jasmine Tea and Urban Dreamscapes: A Serendipitous Encounter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-08-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 麦琳推开茶店的玻璃门，温暖的空气和淡淡的茉莉花香扑面而来。En: Mailin pushed open the glass door of the tea shop, and a warm air mixed with a faint jasmine scent greeted her.Zh: 她找到了一处空桌，挨着大窗，透过窗户，她能看到外面高高的摩天大楼，那是浦东的标志。En: She found an empty table by a large window, through which she could see the tall

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13:53

Unlocking Secrets Beneath Xi'an: A Tale of Heritage...

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2025/08/06

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Unlocking Secrets Beneath Xi'an: A Tale of Heritage and Invention Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-06-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 正值盛夏，西安古城墙下，一个不为人知的实验室悄然隐藏在岁月的尘埃中。En: At the peak of summer, beneath Xi'an's ancient city walls, an unknown laboratory quietly lay hidden in the dust of ages.Zh: 梅琳和哥哥峻，站在入口前，看着手中蓝图出神。En: Mei Lin and her brother Jun stood before the entrance, staring intently at the

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15:47

Unfolding Stories: Rediscovering Friendship in a Tea...

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2025/08/05

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Unfolding Stories: Rediscovering Friendship in a Tea House Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-05-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 北京一家热闹的茶馆里，阳光透过竹帘洒在抛光的木桌上。En: In a bustling tea house in Beijing, sunlight filtered through bamboo blinds, casting patterns on polished wooden tables.Zh: 茶香在空气中弥漫，人声鼎沸。En: The fragrance of tea filled the air, and the chatter of voices was lively.Zh: 这里，尘世的喧嚣与茶馆里的宁静形成鲜明对比。En:

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15:10

Mystery of the Enchanted Lanterns: A Qixi Surprise...

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2025/08/04

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Mystery of the Enchanted Lanterns: A Qixi Surprise Unveiled Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-04-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 成都的光明市场，大街小巷都挂满了五颜六色的灯笼和装饰。En: The Guangming Market in Chengdu is adorned with colorful lanterns and decorations strung across its streets and alleys.Zh: 空气中弥漫着炸鸡、烤串和其他各种美食的香味。En: The air is filled with the aroma of fried chicken, grilled skewers, and a variety of other

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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...

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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...

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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...

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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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