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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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14:08

From Shattered Heirlooms to Illuminating Futures

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/17

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: From Shattered Heirlooms to Illuminating Futures Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-17-07-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 灯笼节的夜晚，繁星闪烁，秋风轻拂。En: On the night of the Denglongjie (Lantern Festival), the stars twinkled, and the autumn breeze gently brushed by.Zh: 灯笼的光辉洒在大地上，空气中弥漫着月饼的香甜。En: The glow of the lanterns spread across the earth, and the air was filled with the sweet scent of mooncakes.Zh:

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14:09

Unveiling Family Secrets at Beijing's Temple of Heaven

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/16

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Unveiling Family Secrets at Beijing's Temple of Heaven Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-16-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 秋天的北京，天坛在中秋节的灯笼下显得格外辉煌。En: In the autumn of Beijing, the Temple of Heaven appeared particularly magnificent under the lanterns of the Mid-Autumn Festival.Zh: 莲、明和夏三人一起走进节日的人群，空气中是月饼的香甜和石雕注入的历史气息。En: Lian, Ming, and Xia walked into the festival crowd together, the air filled with

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14:01

Lost & Found: A Mid-Autumn Tale of Friendship and Hope

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/16

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Lost & Found: A Mid-Autumn Tale of Friendship and Hope Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-16-07-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 秋天的一个下午，上海的天空微微阴着。En: One autumn afternoon, the sky over Shanghai was slightly overcast.Zh: 街道上挂满了灯笼，空气中弥漫着月饼的香气。En: Lanterns hung all over the streets, and the air was filled with the fragrance of mooncakes.Zh: 中秋节的气氛无处不在，然而丽芬却没有心思欣赏。En: The atmosphere of the Mid-Autumn

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15:32

Unraveling the Mysteries of Jiuzhaigou's Enchanted Past

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2025/10/15

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Unraveling the Mysteries of Jiuzhaigou's Enchanted Past Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-15-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在一个色彩斑斓的秋天，玉航来到九寨沟国家公园。En: In a colorful autumn, Yuhang arrived at Jiuzhaigou National Park.Zh: 他被这里的景色深深吸引。En: He was deeply captivated by the scenery here.Zh: 湖水碧蓝如宝石，瀑布从山间飞泻而下，森林披上了金黄色的外衣。En: The lake water was as blue as a gemstone, waterfalls cascading down from the

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13:46

Autumn Reunion on the Changcheng: A Journey to...

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2025/10/15

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Autumn Reunion on the Changcheng: A Journey to Reconciliation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-15-07-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在一个金色的秋天早晨，阳光柔和地洒在长城上。En: On a golden autumn morning, the gentle sunlight was softly spilling over the Changcheng.Zh: 树叶在微风中轻轻摇曳，满山的五彩缤纷似乎在为重阳节庆祝。En: Leaves were swaying gently in the breeze, and the vibrant colors covering the mountains seemed to be celebrating the

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13:31

A Lantern's Glow: Finding Home in Lijiang's Autumn...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/14

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: A Lantern's Glow: Finding Home in Lijiang's Autumn Nights Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-14-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 秋天的丽江古城，空气中弥漫着桂花的香味。En: In the autumn of Lijiang Ancient Town, the air is filled with the scent of osmanthus flowers.Zh: 月圆夜，天上挂着一轮明月，照亮了石板路。En: On a full moon night, a bright moon hangs in the sky, illuminating the cobblestone streets.Zh: 古城的街道两旁挂满了色彩斑斓的灯笼，En: Colorful

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14:49

Secrets Under the Moon: A Forbidden City Adventure

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2025/10/14

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Secrets Under the Moon: A Forbidden City Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-14-07-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在中秋节的第一天，故宫的大门外，红色的灯笼高高挂起，点亮了这座古老的城市。En: On the first day of the Zhongqiujie Mid-Autumn Festival, outside the gates of the Gugong Forbidden City, red lanterns were hung high, illuminating the ancient city.Zh: 秋风轻轻吹拂，地上的落叶随风舞动。En: The autumn breeze gently blew, causing the fallen

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13:47

Mooncakes Over Miles: A Love Story Across Continents

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/13

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Mooncakes Over Miles: A Love Story Across Continents Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-13-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 秋天的黄昏，暖色的灯光从窗户射进来。En: In the autumn dusk, warm-colored light streamed in through the window.Zh: 丽华坐在北京的小公寓里，脸上有些疲惫。En: Lihua sat in her small apartment in Beijing, a hint of fatigue on her face.Zh: 她看着桌上一盒月饼，心里想着远在温哥华的君。En: She looked at a box of mooncakes on the table, thinking of

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13:19

Virtual Lanterns Ignite an Unbreakable Mid-Autumn Bond

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2025/10/13

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Virtual Lanterns Ignite an Unbreakable Mid-Autumn Bond Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-13-07-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 秋天的一个晚上，月亮高高挂在天空，En: One autumn evening, the moon hung high in the sky.Zh: 繁忙的聊天室里，“叮咚”声不断。En: In a busy chat room, the "ding" sounds were incessant.Zh: 屏幕上，闪烁的文字和表情符号让人眼花缭乱。En: On the screen, the flashing text and emojis were dazzling.Zh: 在这个热闹的虚拟空间里，久未联系的朋友梁和欣怡终于相聚。En: In this

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13:22

Blossoming Friendships at West Lake's Tea Gardens

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/12

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Blossoming Friendships at West Lake's Tea Gardens Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-12-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 杭州的秋天，西湖边的茶园在微风中闪烁着金色的光辉。En: Autumn in Hangzhou, the tea gardens by West Lake shimmer with golden brilliance in the gentle breeze.Zh: 秋叶纷飞，空气中弥漫着乌龙茶和菊花茶的香气。En: Leaves flutter down, and the air is filled with the fragrance of oolong tea and chrysanthemum tea.Zh:

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14:52

Finding Harmony: A Cultural Awakening Amidst Red...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/12

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Harmony: A Cultural Awakening Amidst Red Lanterns Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-12-07-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 秋天的丽江古城，石板路在夜色中闪烁着微光，木制的老房子披着红灯笼的光辉。En: In the fall, the Lijiang Ancient Town, the stone-paved roads glitter with a gentle glow in the night, and the old wooden houses are adorned with the radiance of red lanterns.Zh: 在一座传统的纳西院子里，一场茶道正在热闹地进行。En: In a traditional Naxi

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14:06

Chasing Inspiration in Weinisi: Art and Cuisine Unveiled

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2025/10/11

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Chasing Inspiration in Weinisi: Art and Cuisine Unveiled Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-11-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 威尼斯的秋天，金黄的树叶铺满古老的石板路，运河水静静流淌，反射着橘红的夕阳。En: In the autumn of Weinisi, golden leaves covered the ancient stone roads, and the canal water quietly flowed, reflecting the orange-red sunset.Zh: 在这样一个充满历史和艺术的城市中，来自北京的两位学生，梅和江，踏上了一段令人激动的文化交流旅程。En: In such a city rich with history and

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14:55

Lighting Up the Amalfi Coast: Diwali Magic Meets...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/11

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Lighting Up the Amalfi Coast: Diwali Magic Meets Business Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-11-07-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 李伟站在意大利的阿马尔菲海岸，眺望着大海。En: Li Wei stood on the Italy Amalfi Coast, gazing at the sea.Zh: 秋天的阳光洒在湛蓝的海水上，闪烁着波光粼粼。En: The autumn sunlight scattered on the azure waters, shimmering with glittering waves.Zh: 他是个精细的活动策划师，这次来这儿是为了组织一个国际商业会议。En: He is a meticulous event planner, and

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14:35

Li Ming's Journey: Finding Strength Beyond Skills

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/10

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Li Ming's Journey: Finding Strength Beyond Skills Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-10-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 金秋时节，武当山的枫叶如火一般红艳，与金黄的银杏交相辉映。En: In the golden autumn season, the Wudang Mountain maple leaves are as red as fire, contrasting beautifully with the golden ginkgo trees.Zh: 山间，凉爽的秋风伴随着树叶的飒飒声，令人心旷神怡。En: In the mountains, the cool autumn breeze accompanies the rustling sound of leaves,

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14:27

Harvest Harmony: Balancing Tradition and Innovation...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/10

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Harvest Harmony: Balancing Tradition and Innovation in Longsheng Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-10-07-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 秋天的早晨，龙胜的梯田如同金色的海洋。En: On an autumn morning, the Longsheng terraces resembled a golden ocean.Zh: 明宇站在梯田顶上，微风吹过，田里的稻穗随风舞动。En: Mingyu stood at the top of the terraces as a gentle breeze swept by, causing the heads of rice in the field to dance with the wind.Zh:

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13:58

Love and Resilience: A Mid-Autumn Stroll on the Great...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/09

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Love and Resilience: A Mid-Autumn Stroll on the Great Wall Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-09-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 秋天的长城，如同一幅如梦似幻的画卷。En: The Great Wall in autumn is like a dreamy and enchanting painting.Zh: 五彩的树叶在微风中轻摇，阳光洒下，照在古老的石墙上，显得格外温暖。En: The colorful leaves sway gently in the breeze, and sunlight pours down, illuminating the ancient stone walls, making it feel particularly warm.Zh:

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13:26

Treasure Hunt Interrupted: Lessons from the...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/08

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Treasure Hunt Interrupted: Lessons from the Mid-Autumn Ruins Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-08-22-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在一个秋日的午后，天空灰蒙蒙的，空气中弥漫着落叶的气味。En: On an autumn afternoon, the sky was gray, and the air was filled with the scent of fallen leaves.Zh: 古老的遗迹静静地矗立在森林的深处，满是岁月的痕迹和爬满藤蔓的石制建筑，诉说着一个早已遗忘的文明。En: Ancient ruins stood silently deep in the forest, with traces of time and stone structures

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13:14

Moonlit Mysteries: Uncovering the Secret of Ancient...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/08

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Moonlit Mysteries: Uncovering the Secret of Ancient Ruins Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-08-07-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在一个秋日的下午，明亮的阳光穿过红色和金色的秋叶，洒在一片古老的遗迹上。En: On an autumn afternoon, bright sunlight filtered through the red and golden autumn leaves, casting a glow over an ancient ruin.Zh: 今天，梅、健和亮与他们的同班同学来到这里进行一次学校秋游。En: Today, Mei, Jian, and Liang joined their classmates for a school autumn

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14:01

Moonlit Farewell: Letting Go on Zhongqiu Jie

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/07

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Moonlit Farewell: Letting Go on Zhongqiu Jie Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-07-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在寂静的海滩上，月光如银，笼罩着整个世界。En: On the quiet beach, the moonlight was like silver, enveloping the entire world.Zh: 微风轻轻地吹，海浪拍打着岸边，似乎在低语着古老的秘密。En: A gentle breeze blew as the waves lapped against the shore, seeming to whisper ancient secrets.Zh: 秋天的夜晚，海边显得格外宁静。En: On this autumn night, the seaside

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13:41

Shanghai Nights: A Tale of Collaboration Under the...

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/10/07

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Shanghai Nights: A Tale of Collaboration Under the Lanterns Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-07-07-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 上海的夜晚在秋天的凉风中显得特别迷人。En: The nights in Shanghai during autumn become especially enchanting in the cool breeze.Zh: 外滩的天际线在灯光的映衬下熠熠生辉，灯笼和闪烁的装饰品为即将到来的中秋节增添了几分温馨的气氛。En: The skyline of the Bund sparkles under the lights, and the lanterns and twinkling decorations add to the cozy

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