Best Upper Intermediate Podcasts (2026)

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Upper-intermediate | Focus and Specialization 16:35

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1h ago16:35

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Do you hear a big round of applause for your making it to Upper-Intermediate? You might find yourself in a learning plateau though. Take heart! This level is about focus, refining your goals and fully delving into the rewarding learning and life experiences on the road ahead. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1834…

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Upper Intermediate S1 #6 - Waiting Forever for a Train in France 11:49

4d ago11:49

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learn how to describe your surroundings using the celui qui relative prepositionBy FrenchPod101.com

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What NOT to Give: Chinese Gift Taboos (Upper Intermediate) 20:18

10d ago20:18

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Think gift-giving is easy? Not always — especially in Chinese culture 😅 In this episode, we talk about Chinese gift-giving taboos and the surprising reasons why things like clocks, shoes and other seemingly normal items, can send the wrong message. With funny examples, natural dialogues, and pronunciation practice, you’ll learn Chinese while pickin…

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资深吃货! Learn Festive Chinese Food Slang for the Holidays 5:14

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We'll be back in a few weeks to bring you more fun lessons on Chinese language and culture, but in the meantime, celebrate the holidays and boost your Chinese vocabulary in this quick five-minute bilingual episode! 🥟✨ Learn how to describe a true foodie (资深吃货), talk about a big holiday feast (大餐), and even say you’ve eaten to your limit (吃到嗓子哑了). P…

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Intermediate | Department Store Anniversary Sales 12:29

2h ago12:29

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When business is slow, it's a good time to have an department store "anniversary sale". Listen to a shop assistant subtly trick a customer into getting some discount goods. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2809

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Video News #105 - Free French Gifts of the Month - January 2026 1:15

2d ago1:15

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Get your learning gifts for the month of January 2026By FrenchPod101.com

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140. 翻篇 Turn the Page Meditation | Intermediate 10:52

6d ago10:52

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听Clara用容易理解的实用中文，带你一起做一个冥想练习🙏🙏 Listen to this episode in handy, comprehensible Mandarin Chinese, as we meditate together with Clara's voice. Ready to turn the page? ⬇️ Join the waitlist for Clara’s Spain Travel Diary Ebook PDF + Audio! (20+ entries, intermediate level) ⬇️ https://mailchi.mp/8779791c1a59/claras ⭐️ Join the ⁠CM Newsletter⁠ for more r…

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Story Listening Challenge #10 - The Bundle of Sticks 3:42

3d ago3:42

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improve your listening skills by comparing different versions of "The Bundle of Sticks"By FrenchPod101.com

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Upper-intermediate | Self-Taught Degrees in China 21:06

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Few countries are as education-crazy as China, but what recourse is left for those that couldn't afford a higher level education right out of high school but still have a desire to further their higher learning? China actually does have a system in place to help these people, but the reality is not exactly perfect. Learn about it in this Chinese le…

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Intermediate | Do You Buy Xmas Gifts? 14:14

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Today we hear a Chinese and British colleague chat about Christmas and how they will celebrate this holiday period. Seems like the Chinese colleague might be going on a date with someone! Have a Merry Xmas everybody. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2816

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Jesus: Most Famous Story Ever Told 🕊️ B1 English Listening 33:22

6d ago33:22

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Full life story, death & legacy — B1 English Listening. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com A British English telling of history's most famous life. Follow Jesus from the cheering crowds to the cross—and discover why his story changed the world. Learn English through a true story. — — — Stories & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com S…

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Fast French Conjugation with Gestures #1 - Parler (To Speak) — Present Tense 1:56

6d ago1:56

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study the present tense conjugation of the verb 'parler'.By FrenchPod101.com

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Upper-intermediate | Preparing for Pain 14:47

3d ago14:47

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In this lesson, an intrepid shopper is going through a rather long list of medical supplies as he receives assistance from the pharmacist. As for why an apparently healthy young man would need such an assortment of bandages and painkillers, listen in to this Chinese lesson to find out! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1823…

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139. 一个想法 An Idea (Will you decide for me?) | Intermediate 9:31

13d ago9:31

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听Clara用容易理解的实用中文，聊聊她的一个想法。 ⬇️ Join the waitlist for Clara’s Spain Travel Diary Ebook PDF + Audio! (20+ entries, intermediate level) 快加入等待名单吧！ ⬇️ https://mailchi.mp/8779791c1a59/claras ⭐️ Join the ⁠CM Newsletter⁠ for more resources & updates! ⭐️ Full Transcript / 文字稿: ⁠⁠www.cozymandarin.com⁠⁠ ⭐️ Become a Member / 加入社群: ⁠⁠patreon.com/ClaraZ⁠⁠ ⭐️ One-…

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Story Listening Challenge #9 - The Little Red Hen 3:27

6d ago3:27

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improve your listening skills by comparing different versions of "The Little Red Hen"By FrenchPod101.com

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Intermediate | Reserving a Taxi Cab by Telephone 12:28

6d ago12:28

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Major cities in China have automated taxi cab reservation services. You make a phone call, listen to a recording, and then are put in touch with an operator. This lesson will cover all the basics for what to expect from such a call, empowering you to start reserving your own taxis! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1529…

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3-Minute Japanese #4 - Asking How Someone Is 2:37

7d ago2:37

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how to ask and answer the question "How are you?"By JapanesePod101.com

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Throwback Thursday S1 #28 - Core Words: How to Say "I don't like it," "Please," and More! 8:02

7d ago8:02

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learn 10 high-frequency expressions, including common conversational phrasesBy FrenchPod101.com

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German Vocab Builder S1 #213 - Sauces:Common Words 4:14

13d ago4:14

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learn essential vocabulary about common terms related to different saucesBy GermanPod101.com

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Upper-intermediate | Driving in China 19:02

8d ago19:02

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Driving in China has been likened to action films, video games, and even demolition derby. Make no mistake -- there are good reasons not to get behind the wheel in China! On the other hand, there are also compelling reasons not to make that daily commute. Learn more in this lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1818…

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E124 Cajas, desorden y un último episodio - Lower Intermediate Spanish 17:15

13d ago17:15

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Este episodio lo grabamos entre cajas y mucho desorden 🏠. Nos estamos mudando, y además es la última grabación en esta casa… y del año. Mientras recogemos, hablamos de lo que hemos aprendido en 2025: los cambios, las frustraciones y esas lecciones que solo llegan con el caos. El Inglés cuenta que ahora se preocupa menos por todo, y yo reconozco que…

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138. 边旅行边练语言：我的5个技巧（下）Practice Languages on the Road - 5 Tricks I Actually Use (2/2) | Intermediate 12:18

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听Clara用容易理解的实用中文，继续聊聊边旅行边练语言。她还用哪些技巧呢？ Listen to this episode in handy, comprehensible Mandarin Chinese, as Clara continues to chat about methods/tricks to practicing languages while traveling. What tricks do you find useful? ⭐️ Join the ⁠CM Newsletter⁠ for more resources & updates! ⭐️ Full Transcript / 文字稿: ⁠⁠www.cozymandarin.com⁠⁠ ⭐️ Become a Mem…

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Intermediate | A Short Haircut 14:37

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Whether you prefer a high-end salon or that guy cutting hair under the bridge, this lesson will cover all the Mandarin Chinese a guy needs to simply make his hair shorter (and then a bit shorter). Beware, though: learning this material could result in massive hair loss. Use with caution. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1519…

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Hansel & Gretel: Horror House of Candy 🍭 B1 English Story 18:58

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Trapped in a candy house horror — B1 English story. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com A dark retelling of Hansel and Gretel in clear B1 English. A forest, a candy house, and a dangerous witch — told with simple vocabulary to help intermediate learners improve listening through stories. ——— 🧙‍♂️ Free story & transcript → https://simpleen…

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137. 边旅行边练语言：我的5个技巧（上）Practice Languages on the Road - 5 Tricks I Actually Use (1/2) | Intermediate 10:08

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听Clara用容易理解的实用中文，聊聊边旅行边练语言。她用哪些技巧呢？ Listen to this episode in handy, comprehensible Mandarin Chinese, as Clara chats about practicing languages while traveling. What tricks does she find useful? ⭐️ Join the ⁠CM Newsletter⁠ for more resources & updates! ⭐️ Full Transcript / 文字稿: ⁠⁠www.cozymandarin.com⁠⁠ ⭐️ Become a Member / 加入社群: ⁠⁠patreon.com/Clara…

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Story Listening Challenge #8 - Stone Soup 3:44

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improve your listening skills by comparing different versions of "Stone Soup"By FrenchPod101.com

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Upper-intermediate | Adopting a Chinese Child 17:59

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The Chinese are well aware that many foreigners are adopting Chinese babies. Many of these foreigners even return to China with their children, introducing the land of their heritage to them. But what does the average Chinese person think about this phenomenon? Listen in on one such conversation in this lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.…

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Words of the Week with Lya for Beginners #1 - Negative Adjectives 1:31

15d ago1:31

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learn five negative adjectivesBy FrenchPod101.com

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Advanced Audio Blog 3 S3 #16 - Germany, a Desert 2:17

21d ago2:17

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learn about service in GermanyBy GermanPod101.com

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Level 0.26 December festivals 2:27

14d ago2:27

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There is more to the month than Christmas!

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Intermediate | Music Corner in the Park 19:46

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Maybe you know about the weekly English corner in your local park, but did you know that there are also "music corners?" In China, these informal bands aren't too hard to find (they're the ones with the musical instruments in their hands), and they sometimes even draw quite a crowd. In this lesson, learn the vocabulary for various traditional Chine…

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Upper-intermediate | Market Research 3: Assessing the Competition 19:40

19d ago19:40

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In part three of this series, some serious research has been done on the motor home market in China. We're talking market share, we're talking core competitive advantages, we're talking high-end markets and low-end markets. Learn some of this very important marketing speak in this Chinese lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1846…

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小确幸: A Way To Find Joy in Stressful Times (Intermediate) 14:47

24d ago14:47

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Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? In this episode, we talk about the popular Mandarin phrase 小确幸 (xiǎo què xìng) — the Chinese concept of “small but certain happiness” that has become a modern lifestyle mindset across Asia. You’ll learn:• The meaning and origin of 小确幸• Why it became so influential in Chinese culture• How to use 小确幸 naturally in real…

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136. 第一句话，说点什么好呢？ Conversation Starters Anyone Can Use | Intermediate 11:38

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听Clara用容易理解的实用中文，聊聊开场白。 Listen to this episode in handy, comprehensible Mandarin Chinese, as Clara chats about 4 types of (natural) conversational starters that anyone can use! ⭐️ Join the ⁠CM Newsletter⁠ for more resources & updates! ⭐️ Full Transcript / 文字稿: ⁠⁠www.cozymandarin.com⁠⁠ ⭐️ Become a Member / 加入社群: ⁠⁠patreon.com/ClaraZ⁠⁠ ⭐️ One-time Do…

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Intermediate | Too Many Food Allergies 18:32

20d ago18:32

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We've all met one of those people that seems to be allergic to everything. Sure, it's not their fault, but that doesn't stop others from being annoyed at the dinner table. In this lesson, learn many sentences patterns related to expressing "allergies," "allergic," and "allergic reaction" in Mandarin Chinese, while also experiencing some fun social …

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Upper Beginner Season 2 S2 #12 - Want Some German Music? 14:25

21d ago14:25

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learn an irregular German verb and maybe about some irregular German music, along with some great German music Can you feel the beat already?By GermanPod101.com

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Basic Bootcamp S1 #5 - Counting from 20-100 7:41

22d ago7:41

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learn to count to 10,000By FrenchPod101.com

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Level 3.199 That works! 4:10

28d ago4:10

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A celebration of good design, big and small.

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Surviving Vietnam’s Worst Floods! My Story ⛈️ B1 English Stories 34:36

22d ago34:36

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Trapped by rising floodwaters in Vietnam — B1 English story. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com British accent story of Vietnam’s worst floods — a powerful true story of fear, darkness, rising water, families climbing higher, and friends escaping Hoi An. ——— Free Vocab Games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/a3 Support the show…

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Upper-intermediate | Market Research 2: Management Report 14:40

22d ago14:40

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So the consumer survey on the potential motorhome market in China has been conducted, and now it's time to present the results to the boss. This lesson, part 2 in an ongoing series, covers the key language for discussing marketing segments in a business setting. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1808…

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Intermediate | Construction 18:26

23d ago18:26

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Construction is everywhere in China's major cities. You can't avoid it, so you better learn how to talk about it. In this Chinese lesson, learn not only how to say that a road is under construction, but also learn to describe some of the major machinery on the construction site. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1507…

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E123 ¿La vida en 10 m²? - Spanish for False Beginners 13:32

27d ago13:32

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El Inglés llegó diciendo que quizá deberíamos comprar una microcasa… Nos hemos preguntado si podríamos vivir en solo 10 m². Hemos empezado a imaginar cómo sería grabar el podcast casi pegados, ducharnos encima del váter y vivir con solo lo que cabe en una mochila. Hablamos de minimalismo, de llevar solo lo necesario y de esa mezcla de libertad y ca…

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135. 聊聊十二月吧 Let’s Chat about This December | Intermediate 10:21

1M ago10:21

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听Clara用容易理解的实用中文，聊聊这个12月。 Listen to this episode in handy, comprehensible Mandarin Chinese, as Clara chats about this December. ⭐️ Join the ⁠CM Newsletter⁠ for more resources & updates! ⭐️ Full Transcript / 文字稿: ⁠⁠www.cozymandarin.com⁠⁠ ⭐️ Become a Member / 加入社群: ⁠⁠patreon.com/ClaraZ⁠⁠ ⭐️ One-time Donation / 小小支持一下: ko-fi.com/claraz ⭐️ Youtube / 油管…

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Video News #104 - Free French Gifts of the Month - December 2025 1:18

27d ago1:18

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Get your learning gifts for the month of December 2025By FrenchPod101.com

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134. 关于购物的中文表达 Chinese Expressions for Real-life Shopping | Intermediate 9:19

1M ago9:19

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听Clara用容易理解的实用中文，聊聊本月专题的最后一集——购物中用到的中文表达。 Listen to this episode in handy, comprehensible Mandarin Chinese, as Clara chats 4 Chinese expressions for real-life shopping. ⭐️ Join the ⁠CM Newsletter⁠ for more resources & updates! ⭐️ Full Transcript / 文字稿: ⁠⁠www.cozymandarin.com⁠⁠ ⭐️ Become a Member / 加入社群: ⁠⁠patreon.com/ClaraZ⁠⁠ ⭐️ One-time Donation /…

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Upper-intermediate | Market Research 1: Consumer Survey 23:49

27d ago23:49

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There's a vast market of billions of consumers in China, so companies are clamoring to get their products in the door. But are all products right for China? It may be wise to conduct a little market research before going all in on the Middle Kingdom. This lesson deals with a consumer survey regarding motor homes in China. Episode link: https://www.…

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Lower Intermediate Season 2 S2 #2 - Getting Spoiled By A French Grandma 8:57

29d ago8:57

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learn how to make comparisons using a formal conversation as an exampleBy FrenchPod101.com