Elementary | I can't buy my size
Not that anyone's intimating that you've got big feet, a wide girth, or an ample posterior -- but those who have been in China for a while know that the Chinese tend to be a little more "petite" than ...
30 Jan 202315min
Newbie | Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes
Now, don't be shy to act out all the motions that go along with this podcast, wherein you will learn a well-loved song about your body parts in Mandarin Chinese. Think of it as multi-tasking--a Chines...
27 Jan 202312min
Elementary | Directory Assistance
You may be feeling stranded, lost, confused... but you are never alone. That's right--a friendly robotic lady voice and soothing Kenny G ballad are just a phone call away. Listen to this podcast, and ...
25 Jan 202313min
Newbie | St. Patrick's Day
You may know about a famous Chinese "Day for the Ladies," but what about that face-down-in-green-beer-that-seemed-like-a-good-idea-at-the-time holiday involving leprechauns? You'll only know if you li...
23 Jan 202313min
Elementary | Visiting Taiwan
Taiwan is not often the focus of our lessons at ChinesePod, but this time it's front and center. Learn such gems as "Taiwan is an island," as well as some of the names of the major cities on said isla...
20 Jan 202316min
Newbie | How Long Have You Been in Shanghai?
When you strike up a conversation with someone in Shanghai, people will inevitably want to know how long you've been there. Whether you're a grizzled expat who's been there for years or a newbie who's...
18 Jan 202310min
Elementary | The London Olympics
The 2012 Olympics are in London! If you're from London, going to London, or even fond of occasionally mentioning London, you'd better be able to say it in Chinese! (Oh, and while we're at it, let's ma...
16 Jan 202314min
Newbie | Class Is Over Now
Another Chinese class is over. You've answered the teacher's questions masterfully throughout and are ready to get home. Learn how classes are ended and how to bid farewell to your teacher in today's ...
13 Jan 202313min
