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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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13:31

From Lonely Wanderer to Beijing's Warm Embrace

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/11/12

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: From Lonely Wanderer to Beijing's Warm Embrace Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-12-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 北京的秋天，空气中飘着清新的桂花香，街头巷尾都洋溢着丰收的喜悦。En: In the autumn of Beijing, the air is filled with the fresh scent of osmanthus, and the streets and alleys are bursting with the joy of the harvest.Zh: 在城市的中心，一个热闹非凡的市场挤满了人群，色彩斑斓的摊位犹如美丽的画卷。En: In the heart of the city, a bustling market is crowded with

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15:13

Embracing Change: A Family's Tea Tradition Reimagined

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2025/11/12

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Embracing Change: A Family's Tea Tradition Reimagined Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-12-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在一个古老的村庄，秋风轻轻吹过，染红了村口那棵高大的枫树。En: In an ancient village, the autumn breeze gently blew through, dyeing the tall maple tree at the village entrance red.Zh: 李家的茶馆坐落在村子中央，门前挂着“百善茶馆”的牌匾。En: The Li family tea house was located in the center of the village, with a sign reading "Baishan

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13:28

Finding Connection Beyond the Great Wall on Singles' Day

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2025/11/11

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Connection Beyond the Great Wall on Singles' Day Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-11-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 金秋时节，长城在绚丽的红橙金色树叶衬托下蜿蜒盘绕。En: In the golden autumn season, the Great Wall winds its way through a backdrop of magnificent red, orange, and golden leaves.Zh: 今天是一个阳光明媚的秋天，正好是光棍节。En: Today is a sunny autumn day, just right for Singles' Day.Zh: 梅是一名活泼的导游，她正在带领一群游客参观长城。En: Mei is a

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13:30

Fog, Friends, and the Hidden Orchid: A Tale of Discovery

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2025/11/11

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Fog, Friends, and the Hidden Orchid: A Tale of Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-11-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 雾气笼罩下的沼泽似乎隐匿着无尽的秘密，空气中弥漫着泥土和淡淡甜味的香气。En: The swamp shrouded in mist seemed to hide endless secrets, and the air was filled with the scent of earth and a faint sweetness.Zh: 青翠的植被和蓬松的地衣在雾中朦胧不清，让整个沼泽显得既神秘又美丽。En: The lush vegetation and fluffy lichens appeared vague in the fog,

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12:49

Blending Tradition and Innovation: A Unique Tea...

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2025/11/10

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Blending Tradition and Innovation: A Unique Tea Ceremony at Xihu Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-10-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在一个金黄色的秋天，杭州的西湖边微风轻拂，鸟鸣声声，红黄的叶子点缀着湖面。En: In a golden autumn, by the shore of Xihu in Hangzhou, a gentle breeze blows, birdcalls echo, and red and yellow leaves adorn the surface of the lake.Zh: 李伟是一位专注的茶艺师，珍视茶道的传承。En: Li Wei is a dedicated tea master who cherishes the

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14:41

Autumn's Brush and Lens: A Creative Romance at West Lake

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2025/11/10

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Autumn's Brush and Lens: A Creative Romance at West Lake Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-10-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 莲站在西湖边上，轻轻按下快门，她的相机记录下秋天的美丽色彩。En: Lian stood by West Lake, gently pressing the shutter, her camera capturing the beautiful colors of autumn.Zh: 空气中飘着桂花香，让她感到宁静和满足。En: The air was filled with the scent of osmanthus, which made her feel peaceful and content.Zh: 她爱自然，也爱拍摄自然。En:

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14:45

A Journey Through Time: Finding Inspiration in the...

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2025/11/09

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: A Journey Through Time: Finding Inspiration in the Forbidden City Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-09-23-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 秋天的阳光洒在北京的紫禁城，金灿灿的光辉笼罩着整个皇家宫殿。En: The autumn sunshine bathed Beijing's Forbidden City, casting a golden glow over the entire royal palace.Zh: 今天，学校组织了一次特别的秋季郊游，带领学生们走进这座饱含历史的古建筑。En: Today, the school organized a special autumn outing, leading students into this

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12:19

Finding Solitude: A Student's Journey at the Great Wall

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2025/11/09

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Solitude: A Student's Journey at the Great Wall Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-09-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 秋天，长城在阳光下闪烁着金色的光辉。En: In the autumn, the Great Wall of China glimmered with a golden sheen under the sunlight.Zh: 一群学生们兴奋地在这古老的长城上来回穿梭。En: A group of students excitedly wandered back and forth on this ancient wall.Zh: 李伟、陈和君是这次学校秋季旅行中的一员。En: Li Wei and Chen Hejun were part of

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16:11

Underground Quest: Unraveling the Secrets of a Hidden...

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2025/11/08

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Underground Quest: Unraveling the Secrets of a Hidden Mall Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-08-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在距离地表遥远的地下，嘉豪和丽玲漫步在幽暗的购物中心。En: Far beneath the earth's surface, Jiahao and Liling strolled through a dimly lit shopping mall.Zh: 四周的墙壁上还有着过去时代的广告，在昏暗的灯光下显得模糊不清。En: The walls around them were still adorned with advertisements from a bygone era, appearing obscured under the

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13:55

Journey to Rediscover Hope in the Forbidden City's Heart

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2025/11/08

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Journey to Rediscover Hope in the Forbidden City's Heart Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-08-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 紫禁城的秋天被一层薄暮笼罩。En: The Zǐjìnchéng, known as the Forbidden City, was shrouded in a layer of twilight during autumn.Zh: 枯黄的落叶在古老的石径上窃窃私语。En: Withered yellow leaves whispered on the ancient stone paths.Zh: 恢弘的宫墙虽已残破，却仍然散发出昔日的庄严。En: Although the magnificent palace walls were broken,

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14:40

Unexpected Adventure: Li Mei's Climb to Self-Discovery

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2025/11/07

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Unexpected Adventure: Li Mei's Climb to Self-Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-07-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 李梅站在风景如画的阳朔月亮山脚下，微风轻拂，她满怀期待地环顾四周。En: Li Mei stood at the foot of Yangshuo Moon Hill, surrounded by picturesque scenery.Zh: 秋天的杨树叶子变得五彩斑斓，空气中带着淡淡的桂花香。En: A gentle breeze brushed by as she eagerly looked around.Zh: 她的朋友陈和云在旁边讨论今天的计划。En: The leaves of the poplar trees in autumn had

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14:11

Crafting West Lake's Allure: A Creative Fusion

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2025/11/07

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Crafting West Lake's Allure: A Creative Fusion Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-07-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 秋天的西湖，比油画更加绚丽。En: Autumn at West Lake is more brilliant than an oil painting.Zh: 金黄和火红的树叶在水面上摇曳，湖边的小路满是落叶，轻踩过去，发出沙沙的响声。En: Golden and fiery red leaves sway on the water's surface, and the path by the lake is covered with fallen leaves, producing a rustling sound as they lightly tread on

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14:18

Secrets of Jiuzhaigou: A Balance of Mystery and Respect

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2025/11/06

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Secrets of Jiuzhaigou: A Balance of Mystery and Respect Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-06-23-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 九寨沟的秋天，五彩斑斓，景色如画。En: The autumn in Jiuzhaigou is vibrant and picturesque.Zh: 这里的山谷中铺满金黄的叶子，瀑布欢快地流淌，湖水如碧玉般清澈。En: The valleys are blanketed with golden leaves, the waterfalls flow joyfully, and the lake waters are as clear as jade.Zh: 一天，佳豪与美莹来到这里徒步旅行。En: One day, Jiahao and

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14:06

Lost and Found: An Unforgettable Adventure in Autumn...

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2025/11/06

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Lost and Found: An Unforgettable Adventure in Autumn Woods Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-06-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在秋天的一片密林中，嘉伟和美琳参加了学校组织的露营旅行。En: In an autumn-filled dense forest, Jiawei and Meilin participated in a school-organized camping trip.Zh: 树林里，红黄相间的树叶如同地毯，空气中夹杂着大地的芬芳。En: In the woods, the red and yellow leaves were like carpets, with the fragrance of the earth blending into the

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15:56

Mystery of the Desert Symbols: An Artful Mid-Autumn...

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2025/11/05

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Mystery of the Desert Symbols: An Artful Mid-Autumn Revelation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-05-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 李娟站在内蒙古的红色沙丘上，秋天的风吹过她的头发，带来了一丝凉意。En: Li Juan stood on the red sand dunes of Inner Mongolia, with the autumn wind blowing through her hair, bringing a hint of chill.Zh: 沙子在她脚下细腻地滑动，仿佛沙漠本身在轻声低语。En: The sand slid delicately beneath her feet, as if the desert itself was

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13:48

Moonlit Quest: Mei's Journey for the Desert's Silver...

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2025/11/05

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Moonlit Quest: Mei's Journey for the Desert's Silver Bloom Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-05-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 美丽的塔克拉玛干沙漠在秋天显得格外壮丽。En: The beautiful Taklamakan Desert looks extraordinarily magnificent in the autumn.Zh: 阳光将沙丘染成金色，给人一种神秘而宁静的感觉。En: The sunlight dyes the dunes golden, giving a mysterious and tranquil feeling.Zh: 梅，是一位热情的植物学家，正踏上寻找传说中月光下盛开的稀有沙漠花的旅程。En: Mei, an enthusiastic

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15:04

A Violin's Calling: Li Wei's Journey to Self-Belief

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2025/11/04

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: A Violin's Calling: Li Wei's Journey to Self-Belief Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-04-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 李伟站在学校的走廊上，微风轻轻拂过他的脸。En: Li Wei stood in the school hallway as a gentle breeze brushed against his face.Zh: 他手里握着小提琴，心里却像装着一只快乐的小鸟，总是想飞出去。En: He held a violin in his hand, but in his heart, there was a joyful little bird that always wanted to fly away.Zh: 深秋的校园被五颜六色的树叶装扮得格外美丽。En:

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14:17

From Classroom Partners to Lifelong Friends: Li &...

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2025/11/04

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: From Classroom Partners to Lifelong Friends: Li & Xiao's Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-04-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在北京的一所公立高中，秋天的晨光透过窗户洒在桌上，学生们穿着整齐的校服在走廊里走动。En: In a public high school in Beijing, the autumn morning light poured through the windows, illuminating the desks, while students dressed neatly in their uniforms moved about the corridors.Zh: 地上铺满了金色的落叶，校园里充满了青春的气息。En:

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13:21

Secrets Unveiled: A Scholar's Quest on Zhongqiu Jie

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2025/11/03

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Secrets Unveiled: A Scholar's Quest on Zhongqiu Jie Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-03-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 中秋节的清晨，古老的茶馆坐落在繁华的中世纪村庄中心。En: On the morning of the Zhongqiu Jie, an ancient teahouse was nestled in the heart of a bustling medieval village.Zh: 茶馆里飘散着茉莉花茶的香气，墙上挂着彩色的纸灯笼，木雕精美细致。En: The aroma of Molihua cha wafted through the teahouse, with colorful paper lanterns hanging on the

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13:32

Jewels and Bargains: A Medieval Market Adventure

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2025/11/03

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Jewels and Bargains: A Medieval Market Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-03-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在一个秋天的下午，李华走进了一家中世纪主题的餐厅。En: On an autumn afternoon, Li Hua walked into a medieval-themed restaurant.Zh: 推开厚重的木门，她感受到浓浓的历史氛围。En: Pushing open the heavy wooden door, she was enveloped by a rich historical atmosphere.Zh: 餐厅里，烛光摇曳，墙上挂满了色彩鲜艳的旗帜，服务生穿着古装，仿佛将人带回了古代的集市。En: Inside the

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