Learn HOW to learn Chinese with hosts Jared Turner and John Pasden. You will learn tips, strategies, and insights so you can supercharge your language learning. You will also be inspired by guest interviews with people from all over the world who have learned Chinese. Both Jared and John both learned Chinese, lived in China for many years, and have worked with learners all over the world and understand the unique challenges that Chinese learners face. They stay at the forefront of language l ...
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A podcast about how to learn Mandarin. In-depth discussions about how to overcome challenges, solve problems and get the most out of your learning. For more information and inspiration, visit https://www.hackingchinese.com!
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I'm here to help you get your foot in the Chinese learning door.
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I'm Learning Mandarin is a podcast that dives deep into the questions that matter to Chinese learners. Host, Mischa Wilmers, talks to the world's leading scholars and draws on his experience of self-studying the language to fluency. Visit the Im Learning Mandarin blog. Popular posts include: Your Ultimate Guide To Learning Chinese Tones: https://imlearningmandarin.com/2024/09/16/its-never-too-late-to-learn-chinese-tones-heres-how/ How Long Does It Take To Learn Mandarin: https://imlearningma ...
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Dimsum Hanyu Pinyin - Learn Mandarin Chinese
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Listen and Learn Chinese from an intermediate-level, non-native learner perspective. Max and Hasnaien are two Canadians who have been learning Mandarin for a few years and are excited to share their own homemade tips and tricks for learning Mandarin but aren't so far gone that they don't understand the grind of learning Chinese. If you're brand new to learning Chinese or wanting to brush up on your basics, feel free to start right at Episode 1, which is the first episode of our Tones and Pīn ...
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Bite-size Taiwanese is a podcast giving you a taste of real, everyday Taiwanese. Co-hosts Phil & Alan will guide you through the ins and outs of the Taiwanese language (Southern Min/Hokkien) with light-hearted, fun (and occasionally funny) conversations on how it’s used in Taiwan. The Newbie podcast is geared towards newcomers to this language and will handily equip visitors with basic survival Taiwanese skills. Listen to our other podcasts: Bite-size | Elementary, Bite-size | Pronounce it l ...
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Through Dimsum Mandarin, you will learn practical Mandarin Chinese in dimsum-sized chunks at your convenience. Learn useful words and phrases, as well as the skills to confidently put together sentences for everyday situations.
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Yi's Chinese Learning Studio - a quick to speak Chinese
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Complementary audios for Cantonese book "Learn to Speak Cantonese I"
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Learn a little Taishanese every day! Visit inspirlang.com for more Taishanese lessons or join our group discussion InspirLang on Facebook. You can make a donation at https://inspirlang.com/support/ to help us to continue making the Taishanese language alive and relevant.
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The Audio Long Read podcast is a selection of the Guardian’s long reads, giving you the opportunity to get on with your day while listening to some of the finest longform journalism the Guardian has to offer, including in-depth writing from around the world on current affairs, climate change, global warming, immigration, crime, business, the arts and much more. The podcast explores a range of subjects and news across business, global politics (including Trump, Israel, Palestine and Gaza), mo ...
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What is Hokkien Dialect? Hokkien is a dialect of Min Nan Chinese spoken in southern Fujian, Malaysia, Taiwan, and by many overseas Chinese throughout Southeast Asia. And in this iHokkien Podcast, we're gonna teach you how to SPEAK Penang Hokkien Dialect!
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You don’t need a PhD in linguistics to explore interesting, unique features of different languages. In this podcast, “Language Matters” by Diplomatic Language Services, we make language accessible to everyday people by discussing features which may not exist in other languages. For instance, unless you have studied a Slavic language, you may not be familiar with “verbs of motion”, but we can teach you! Join us each episode as we host experts to discuss how these unique features impact learni ...
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Hello, everyone, it's Dashu Mandarin here. We're three Chinese teachers that focus on providing authentic and valuable Chinese learning materials for the Chinese learners of intermediate level and above. In this Podcast, we will talk about all kinds of things concerning China and Chinese culture, society, etc. You can also watch the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfsNycNoClXZA1FuUJSGT0w Welcome to join us.
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Struggling to get your kids excited about learning Chinese? Frustrated by the endless drills and resistance to speaking Mandarin at home? Mandarin Mayhem is here to turn that chaos into real, fluent conversations. Join host Julie Liu, founder of Motherly Notes, MBA University of Chicago, now at University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education, as she dives deep with moms, language specialists, progressive educators, and experts who know what *actually* works. We’re busting the myth ...
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From the archive: ‘A nursery of the Commons’: how the Oxford Union created today’s ruling political class
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29:49We are raiding the Guardian long read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2022: at the Oxford university debating society in the 80s, a generation of aspiring politicians honed the art of winning using jokes, rather than facts By Simon Kuper. Read by Andrew McGregor. He…
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Crutch or Catalyst? The Truth About Pinyin
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27:40You’re reading Chinese, and there it is, pinyin over every character. It feels helpful, even comforting. But is it actually holding you back? In this episode, Jared and John explore how pinyin can become a crutch that cripples your Chinese progress and keeps you from truly mastering characters. They revisit Jared’s blog post from years ago, Pinyin …
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255 - 7 characteristics of a great Chinese tutor or private teacher
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17:22A great tutor can transform your Chinese learning, but how do you know if a tutor is good? Let's explore the key qualities that make a tutor truly effective! #learnchinese #tutor #teacher Link to article on Hacking Chinese: 7 characteristics of a great Chinese tutor or private teacher: https://www.hackingchinese.com/characteristics-of-a-great-chine…
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‘Outdated and unjust’: can we reform global capitalism?
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34:05President Trump’s tariffs have plunged the world economy into chaos. But history counsels against despair – and the left should seize on capitalism’s crisis of legitimacy By John Cassidy. Read by Chris Reilly. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
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Extremely loud and incredibly scouse: how Jamie Carragher conquered football punditry
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46:06Football coverage no longer stops after the final whistle. And in this new era, the former Liverpool defender reigns supreme By Kieran Morris. Read by Felipe Pacheco. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
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How to use language exchange to level up your Mandarin
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11:37Links: My Discord server: https://discord.gg/b9PAyKwT9p My blog: imlearningmandarin.com -- In this episode, I share my personal experiences and practical tips on how to use language exchange to supercharge your Mandarin speaking skills. I talk about: When I think it's best to start looking for a language exchange partner. Where I’ve had the most su…
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From the archive: Burying Leni Riefenstahl: one woman’s lifelong crusade against Hitler’s favourite film-maker
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49:37We are raiding the Guardian long read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2021: Nina Gladitz dedicated her life to proving the Triumph of the Will director’s complicity with the horrors of nazism. In the end, she succeeded – but at a cost Written and read by Kate Connol…
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254 - How to get the most out of your Chinese tutoring sessions
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17:11Having a tutor can be great for learning Chinese, but how much progress you make depends as much on you as on the tutor. Come prepared, stay engaged, and make the most of each session! #learnchinese #tutor #teacher #student Link to article on Hacking Chinese: How to get the most out of your Chinese tutoring sessions: https://www.hackingchinese.com/…
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‘You can let go now’: inside the hospital where staff treat fear of death as well as physical pain
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38:52In a Danish palliative care unit, the alternative to assisted dying is not striving to cure – offering relief and comfort to patients and their families By Line Vaaben. Read by Freya Miller. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
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An English gentleman, a crooked lawyer: the secrets of Stephen David Jones
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54:02With his brilliant mind and impeccable credentials, it’s little wonder that wealthy clients trusted him with their fortunes. Then they started to get suspicious By Hettie O’Brien. Read by Simon Vance. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
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Links: My website: imlearningmandarin.com -- In this episode, I discuss one of the biggest challenges Mandarin learners face: improving listening skills. I explore why this aspect of language learning often feels so frustrating, including the psychological hurdles unique to Mandarin and the sheer amount of vocabulary needed for smooth comprehension…
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From the archive: Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o: three days with a giant of African literature
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59:05We are raiding the Guardian long read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2023: The Kenyan novelist’s life and work has intersected with many of the biggest events of the past century. At 85, he reflects on his long, uncompromising life in writing Written and read by Ca…
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253 - 8 myths about learning Chinese that are holding you back
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29:10Believing the wrong things about learning Chinese can waste time and lead you astray. Let's explore eight myths that might be holding you back! #learnchinese #myths #hanzi #pronunciation #study Link to article on Hacking Chinese: 8 myths about learning Chinese that are holding you back: https://www.hackingchinese.com/myths-about-learning-chinese-th…
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Starting Over in China: Chimsy’s Story of Risk, Grit, and Growth
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49:19In this episode, Jared sits down with Chimsy—marketer, meme connoisseur, and host of the China University Podcast—to dive deep into his unconventional journey from Costa Rica to China. What started as a challenge to prove a dismissive restaurant owner wrong turned into a life-changing adventure of language, culture, and self-discovery. Chimsy share…
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Death, divorce and the magic of kitchen objects: how to find hope in loss
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28:45As they pass through different hands, cooking utensils can magically connect us to loved ones who are no longer with us By Bee Wilson. Read by Colleen Prendergast. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
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Missing in the Amazon: the disappearance – episode 1
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26:51Three years ago British journalist Dom Phillips and Brazilian indigenous defender Bruno Pereira vanished while on a reporting trip near Brazil’s remote Javari valley. The Guardian’s Latin America correspondent Tom Phillips investigates what happened in the first episode of a new six-part investigative podcast series. Find episode 2 – and all future…
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A deadly mission: how Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira tried to warn the world about the Amazon’s destruction
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30:36The Guardian journalist and the Brazilian Indigenous expert were killed while investigating the impact of deforestation. In this extract from the book Phillips was writing at the time of his death, he reflects on his encounters with the rainforest and its people – and why it is so vital to save this precious place By Dom Phillips. Read by Felipe Pa…
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Exposing Mandarin learning snake oil content
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8:06Links: My website: imlearningmandarin.com -- On today's episode, I'm going to talk about a genre of Mandarin learning content which in recent times has exploded on the internet. And that is what I would broadly term as Mandarin learning snake oil. I break down how you can easily tell the difference between Mandarin learning advice given in good fai…
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From the archive: Alan Yentob: the last impresario
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47:39We are raiding the Guardian long read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2016: For decades, Alan Yentob was the dominant creative force at the BBC – behind everything from Adam Curtis to Strictly Come Dancing. He was a towering figure in British culture – so why did ma…
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252 - Beyond tīng bu dǒng, part 7: How to navigate different types of listening in Mandarin
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16:38Listening is essential when learning Mandarin, but not all listening situations are the same. By recognising different types of listening, you can improve your chances of successfully navigating spoken Mandarin. #learnchinese #listening #conversations #comprehension The best podcasts for learning Chinese: https://www.hackingchinese.com/the-best-pod…
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‘We know what is happening, we cannot walk away’: how the Guardian bore witness to horror in former Yugoslavia
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31:34During the decade-long conflicts, the major powers dithered as Serb militias carried out their brutal campaigns of ethnic cleansing. Guardian reporters became more passionate and more outspoken in their condemnation, attracting praise and criticism By Ian Mayes. Read by Owen McDonnell. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/long…
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The ancient psychedelics myth: ‘People tell tourists the stories they think are interesting for them’
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33:19The narrative of ancient tribes around the world regularly using ayahuasca and magic mushrooms in healing practices is a popular one. Is it true? By Manvir Singh. Read by Sebastián Capitán Viveros. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
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251 - Student Q&A: June, 2025: Beginner listening, group conversations, and Chinese news
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16:35How do you get started with listening in Mandarin? What makes group conversations so challenging? And is it true that news broadcasts in Chinese are harder than in other languages? #learnchinese #listening #beginner #news #conversations Chinese listening challenge, June 2025: https://www.hackingchinese.com/chinese-listening-challenge/ The Fluent Li…
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From the archive: The lost Jews of Nigeria
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49:14We are raiding the Guardian long read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2022: Until the 1990s, there were almost no Jews in Nigeria. Now thousands have enthusiastically taken up the faith. Why? By Samanth Subramanian. Read by Raj Ghatak. Help support our independent j…
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Generate instant Mandarin podcasts on any topic with this mindblowing AI tool
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14:02Links; Notebook LM: https://notebooklm.google.com/ My website: imlearningmandarin.com -- In this episode, I’m sharing a tool that’s completely blown my mind, it might be one of the most impressive things I’ve ever come across for language learning. It’s called Notebook LM, and it’s a website run by Google. Here’s what makes it so powerful: you can …
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Are AI Tutors the Future of Language Learning?
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36:55AI tutors are everywhere—but are they actually good for learning Chinese? In this episode, Jared and John take a deep dive into the fast-evolving world of AI-powered language learning tools. They explore how these AI tutors work and why tools that work well in English often fall short in Chinese. You'll learn: - The surprising limitations of AI whe…
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‘We thought we could change the world’: how an idealistic fight against miscarriages of justice turned sour
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42:06When a no-nonsense lecturer set up a radical solution to help free the wrongfully convicted in the UK, he was hopeful he could change the justice system. But what started as a revolution ended in acrimony By Francisco Garcia. Read by Nicholas Camm. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod…
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Chinese Podcast EP150: Learn Chinese Fluently: Native-Like Immersion Tips沉浸式学习中文
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52:15Want to learn Chinese fluently like a native? Join us on [Podcast Name] as we dive into Wei's incredible journey of mastering Mandarin naturally! From zero Chinese to fluent conversations, Wei shares immersive tips that helped him sound like a native speaker through daily life, media, and love. Discover practical strategies for learning Chinese thr…
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Chinese Podcast EP149: Life without phone, internet and electricity 没有手机,电和互联网的生活
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31:15What happens when an entire country loses power? In this episode of Dashu Mandarin Podcast, we dive into the massive 10-hour blackout that hit Spain, Portugal, and parts of France. Join Uncle Ben as he shares his firsthand experience of navigating work stress, a powerless city, and a surprising shift in perspective. From cultural differences betwee…
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Chinese Podcast EP148: Learn Chinese Faster : Motivation to learn Chinese 学习中文的动力
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47:26Ready to supercharge your Chinese learning journey? 🚀 In this episode of our Chinese learning podcast, we've invited Teacher Katrina Lee and dived deep into the secrets of staying motivated while mastering Mandarin. Join our engaging discussion with experienced Teacher Katrina as we explore intrinsic and extrinsic motivation strategies, practical t…
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Chinese Podcast EP147: Chinese Teachers’ Honest Chat: From Childhood to Life Planning大叔真心话
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53:39Join three Chinese uncles in an honest and heartfelt episode of the Dashu Mandarin Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into personal stories, from childhood memories and emotional challenges to life-changing decisions like discipline, fitness, and future planning. Hear how we three uncles navigate work, family, and self-discovery while sharing r…
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Chinese Podcast EP146: A Gen Z Chinese Vlog Teacher’s Life and Love Story 零零后中文老师的爱情观与中文Vlog
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37:55欢迎大家关注和追踪董老师的油管频道https://youtube.com/@chinese-at-dawnPlease subscribe teacher Dong's YouTube Channel
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‘All other avenues have been exhausted’: Is legal action the only way to save the planet?
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32:29Monica Feria-Tinta is one of a growing number of lawyers using the courts to make governments around the world take action By Samira Shackle. Read by Díana Bermudez. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
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Interviewing Chris in Mandarin after 6 months coaching
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20:15Links:Sign up for the I'm Learning Mandarin Newsletter to get updates as soon as new spaces become available at the I'm Learning Mandarin gym: https://imlearningmandarin.com/Find out more about the I'm Learning Mandarin gym: https://imlearningmandarin.com/gymChris Blogpost Month 1: https://imlearningmandarin.com/2024/1...Chris Blogpost Month 2: htt…
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From the archive: Super-prime mover: Britain’s most successful estate agent
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42:26We are raiding the Guardian long read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2022: Gary Hersham has been selling houses to the very rich for decades. At first, £1m was a big deal. Now he sells for £50m, £100m, even £200m. What does it take to stay on top in this cut-throat…
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250 - Will Hacking Chinese help you learn Mandarin?
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9:07Is learning how to learn worth your time, or should you just engage directly with Chinese instead? The answer depends, but the longer your perspective, the more important it becomes to tweak your method! #learnchinese #how-to #progress #hackingchinese #efficiency Link to written article on Hacking Chinese: Will reading or listening to Hacking Chine…
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A year of hate: what I learned when I went undercover with the far right
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34:58Working for Hope Not Hate, I infiltrated an extremist organisation, befriended its members and got to work investigating their political connections Written and read by Harry Shukman. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
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‘I am not who you think I am’: how a deep-cover KGB spy recruited his own son
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49:36For the first time, the man the KGB codenamed ‘the Inheritor’ tells his story By Shaun Walker. Read by James Faulkner. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
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From the archive: What lies beneath: the truth about France’s top serial killer expert
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58:12We are raiding the Guardian long read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2021: An intrepid expert with dozens of books to his name, Stéphane Bourgoin was a bestselling author, famous in France for having interviewed more than 70 notorious murderers. Then an anonymous c…
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249 - Zi.Tools: A powerful free resource for exploring Chinese characters
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12:39Zi.Tools is a great free resource for exploring Chinese characters. See what it offers and how you can use it to boost your learning! #learnchinese #chinesecharacters #hanzi #etymology #analysis #dictionary Link to written article on Hacking Chinese: Zi.Tools: A powerful free resource for exploring Chinese characters: https://www.hackingchinese.com…
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City 不 City: How Paul Mike Ashton Memed His Way to Fame in China
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52:29Meet Paul Mike Ashton, the American content creator who turned a quirky catchphrase into a nationwide sensation with his viral "City 不 City" meme. Growing up in a small town in Pennsylvania, Paul's curiosity for Asian cultures led him to study Chinese, setting him on a path that would take him from the Amish countryside to the neon lights of Shangh…
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‘Why would he take such a risk?’ How a famous Chinese author befriended his censor
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39:25Online dissent is a serious crime in China. So why did a Weibo censor help me publish posts critical of the Communist party? By Murong Xuecun. Read by Zhang Wang Li. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
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The mystery of the nameless girl found dead in a Spanish border town
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38:52On a summer morning in 1990, the body of a young woman appeared in a small town close to the frontier. For those who saw her, finding her identity became an obsession that would last 30 years By Giles Tremlett. Read by Luis Soto. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
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Chinese Podcast EP145: Speaking fluent chinese in one year? 一年达到流利说中文?
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43:55Join us on Dashu Mandarin as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Spencer, aka "Big Dragon," a Canadian student who mastered fluent Chinese in just one year! Discover his unique "Fluency Formula," from immersive listening with Dashu Mandarin podcasts to leveraging high-frequency vocabulary and real-life conversations with his native-speaking…
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Is Taiwan a good place to study Mandarin?
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11:32My blog: imlearningmandarin.com -- In this episode, I delve into the question: Is Taiwan a good place to study Mandarin? I draw on my experiences of living and studying in Taiwan and give it an overall rating out of 10 across three criteria: 1. Overall as a place to live. 2. Quality of teaching. 3. Immersive opportunities.…
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From the archive: Food fraud and counterfeit cotton: the detectives untangling the global supply chain
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45:32We are raiding the Guardian long read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2021: Amid the complex web of international trade, proving the authenticity of a product can be near-impossible. But one company is taking the search to the atomic level By Samanth Subramanian. Re…
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