Mandarin Mama Chitchat25 Jun 2024

Mandarin Episode: From Russia to Taiwan - Raising Bilingual Kids and Embracing Cultural Diversity with 拉娜 Lana

In today's episode of our Mandarin Mama Chitchat podcast, we have the pleasure of interviewing 拉娜Lana, a Russian guest who moved to Taiwan eight years ago after meeting her Taiwanese husband while studying in Japan. Lana is fluent in Mandarin, Russian, English, and Japanese, and she has developed a deep love for Taiwan, finding it welcoming and similar to Japan.

Now raising two children in Taiwan, Lana considers it her home. Our conversation revolves around the challenges and joys of raising bilingual kids in Taiwan, particularly Lana's desire for her children to learn Russian, her native language. We also discuss the process of adjusting to life in Taiwan, including adapting to different food and overcoming stereotypes.

Join us in this episode as we delve into Lana's story, exploring how she navigates the intersection of different cultures and languages in Taiwan. Discover how she overcomes various challenges to provide her children with a multicultural upbringing. Don't miss this inspiring and heartwarming conversation that will deepen your understanding of bilingual education and cultural diversity.

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