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Get Listening Mandarin Podcast

Outlier Linguistics

🎧 Get Listening: The Mandarin Podcast by OutlierLearning to understand Mandarin is one of the biggest challenges learners face. That’s why we created the Get Listening Mandarin Podcast—a free, graded listening resource designed to help you build comprehension step by step.Each episode features carefully crafted stories at different levels, which also line up with our Get Speaking Mandarin (GSM) course series:Foundations (HSK 1–2 / GSM1)Basic (HSK 2–3 / GSM2)Intermediate (HSK 3–4 / GSM3)Advanced

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Episode 20 - Advanced - Chinese Idiom 成語：水滴石穿

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2025/10/10

Episode 20 – Advanced: 水滴石穿 (Dripping Water Penetrates Stone) Have you ever wondered whether your small daily efforts actually make a difference? In this advanced-level episode, Christine shares a reflective story about quiet perseverance—journaling a few words a day during the pandemic, and realizing later how those scattered thoughts formed a deeper picture of personal growth. You’ll explore the classical idiom 「水滴石穿」 (shuǐ dī shí chuān)—literally “dripping water wears through stone”—...

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6:25

Episode 19 - Intermediate- The Breath of Spring

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2025/10/08

Episode 19 – Intermediate: The Feeling of Spring（春天的氣息） Sometimes we love a season not just for the weather, but for how it makes life feel. In this intermediate episode, Christine reflects on spring as a fresh start—morning walks, new notebooks, gentle sunlight, and the quiet motivation to reset goals and habits. Beyond blooming flowers, spring becomes a reminder: I still have time to try again. You’ll learn and practice: 🌱 Key vocabulary & phrases 春天的氣息 / 气息 (the breath/feel of s...

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3:04

Episode 18 - Basic: My First Trip with Friends

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2025/10/06

📖 Full transcript available in the free Outlier Community: 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 18 – Foundation: My First Trip with Friends A first trip away from home always feels special — a mix of freedom, excitement, and little discoveries. In this beginner-level episode, Christine shares a student’s story about traveling with classmates for the first time. From booking tickets and taking the high-speed rail to exploring Taichung’s science

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2:45

Episode 17 - Foundations: It's Raining Today

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2025/10/01

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 17 – Foundation: It's Raining Today A gray morning, the gentle sound of raindrops, and the quiet beauty of a rainy day. In this beginner-level episode, Christine shares a simple story of waking up to rain: putting on a raincoat,

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Episode 16 - Foundations- A Trip With My Family

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2025/09/29

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 16 – Foundation: A Trip with My Family Fresh mountain air, a shady picnic spot, and the sound of a small waterfall—this cheerful beginner-level episode captures the simple joy of a weekend family outing. Christine tells the story

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Episode 15 - Foundations: My Favorite Breakfast

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2025/09/26

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 15 – Foundation : “My Favorite Breakfast” The hiss of an egg crêpe on the pan. The warmth of freshly steamed soy milk. The familiar smile of the breakfast shop owner asking, “要不要加蛋?” In this beginner-level episode, Christine

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Episode 14 - Advanced- Chinese Idiom 成語：一箭雙鵰 | 成语：一箭双雕

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2025/09/24

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 14 – Advanced: Chinese Idiom 成語：一箭雙鵰 | 成语：一箭双雕 Sometimes, one well-aimed action hits more than its target. In this advanced-level episode, Christine shares how a simple Saturday visit to an old friend turned into something far

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Episode 13 - Basic- Chinese Idiom 成語：水滴石穿

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2025/09/22

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 13 – Beginner: Chinese Idiom 成語：水滴石穿 | 成语：水滴石穿 A wilting mint plant. A few drops of water. And the quiet power of persistence. In this beginner-level episode, Christine shares how a plant on her balcony looked like it was about to

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Episode 12 - Intermediate: Chinese Idiom 成語：一箭雙鵰 |...

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2025/09/20

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 12 - Intermediate: Chinese Idiom 成語：一箭雙鵰 | 成语：一箭双雕 Moving house can change more than just your address! In this foundation-level episode, Christine shares how a simple move turned into something much bigger: she not only...

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3:14

Episode 11 - Foundations: Chinese Idiom 成語：水滴石穿

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2025/09/18

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode – Foundation: 水滴石穿 (Dripping Water Wears Through Stone) Can a tiny habit change your life? In this foundation-level episode, Christine shares a simple story about learning five words a day—slow at first, but over time it leads to

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Episode 10 - Foundations: Chinese Idiom 成語：一箭雙鵰 |...

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2025/09/16

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 10 – Foundations: Chinese Idiom 成語：一箭雙鵰 | 成语：一箭双雕 Have you ever done just one thing and ended up with two great results? In this foundation-level episode, you’ll hear a simple story that brings the classic Chinese idiom 「...

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3:31

Episode 9 - Foundations: The weather I like

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2025/09/14

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 9 – Foundation: Weather and Feelings How does the weather affect your mood? In this foundation-level episode, you’ll hear a story about rainy days, sunny days, and even typhoon days—and how each one changes what we do and how we

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Episode 8 – Intermediate: The same dish reveals a...

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2025/09/12

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 8 – Intermediate: The Same Dish Reveals a Different Flavor in Every Place Have you ever noticed how the same dish can taste completely different depending on where you eat it? In this Intermediate-level episode, you’ll hear a story

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3:25

Episode 7 - Basic: Weather and Feelings

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2025/09/10

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 7 – Basic: Weather and Feelings How does the weather affect your mood? In this Basic-level episode, you’ll hear a story about rainy days, sunny days, and even typhoon days—and how each one changes what we do and how we feel. From

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Episode 6 - Foundations: I Went on a Trip to the Zoo

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2025/09/08

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 6 – Basic: I Went on a Trip to the Zoo Do you remember your last trip? In this Basic-level episode, you’ll hear about a family outing to the zoo. From taking the MRT, to seeing elephants, giraffes, monkeys, birds, and rabbits—it’s

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Episode 4 – Advanced: The Rhythm of the Seasons and Life

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2025/08/29

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 4 – Advanced: The Rhythm of the Seasons and Life Seasons don’t just change the weather—they shape what we eat, how we live, and even how we think about ourselves. In this advanced-level episode, you’ll hear reflections on how the

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Episode 5 – Mastery: Traveling Taught Me to Live...

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2025/08/29

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 5 – Mastery: Traveling Taught Me to Live Within the Unknown Travel isn’t always about destinations—it’s often about stepping away from routines and learning to live with uncertainty. In this mastery-level episode, you’ll hear the

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Episode 1 – Foundations: The Food I Like

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2025/08/29

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Welcome to the Get Listening Mandarin Podcast! This is a free graded series to help you build listening comprehension step by step. Each level lines up with our Get Speaking Mandarin courses and HSK levels: Foundations → HSK 1–2 B...

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2:56

Episode 2 – Basic: Night Market

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2025/08/29

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 2 – Basic: Night Market For many people, night markets are more than just a place to eat—they’re a way to experience life. In this Basic-level episode, you’ll hear a short story about a night market dinner: fried chicken cutlets,

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Episode 3 – Intermediate: My Eating Habits

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2025/08/29

📖 Want the transcript (and more)? Join our free Outlier Mandarin Community to get full transcripts of every episode—plus a space to ask questions and connect with other learners. 👉 https://start.outlier-linguistics.com/join-community-podcast-transcripts Episode 3 – Intermediate: My Eating Habits As kids, many of us loved fried chicken and fries. But as we grow older, our eating habits often change. In this intermediate-level episode, you’ll hear a story about shifting from fast food

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