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ChinesePod - Intermediate
ChinesePod makes learning Mandarin fun and easy! In this Intermediate Level Podcast Feed, explore broader contexts and applications of frequently used expressions needed to navigate comfortably in a Mandarin speaking environment. Deepen your knowledge on current affairs while learning and increase your confidence level in speaking Chinese. Expand your Mandarin Chinese learning experience by also SUBSCRIBING to ChinesePod - Beginner and ChinesePod - Advanced Podcast channels. For a more in depth…
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ChinesePod - IntermediateUpper-intermediate | Closing A Meeting
You used our "Opening a Meeting" to wow 'em and just finished the proposal of your life. So you smile, put down your laser pointer and... sit down? That would…
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Intermediate | A Detained Package
Sometimes getting a package in China isn't quite as simple as having it shipped to your home address. Packages can get detained by customs, in which case you…
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Pre-intermediate | Mooncakes For The Staff
Glorified paperweights or delicious traditional Chinese treats? Every autumn, Chinese offices are inundated with mooncakes - sweet, impossibly dense…
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Upper-intermediate | Recognizing An Employee
ChinesePod can attest that late night text messages are not the recommended route to complimenting employees. So, how can you do it (without legal…
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Intermediate | Street Food
While most “laowai” that live here might have trouble explaining the directions to the sidewalk vendors, you can bet they know the entire selection by heart…
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Pre-intermediate | Can't Get To Sleep
Having trouble falling asleep? Anxious before bed? Well unfortunately we can't solve these problems for you - but what we can do is teach you how to describe…
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Upper-intermediate | Black Market Gun Deal
Despite our cheerful demeanor, even we have a dark side. This lesson features one (soon-to-be-unlucky) man attempting to buy a firearm (illegally). Why…
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Intermediate | I'm Pregnant!
'Bun in the oven' lost something when you tried to translate it to 'baozi in a steamer basket.' In this podcast, learn how to break the news to your…
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Pre-intermediate | I Don't Feel Well 我不舒服
This lesson introduces dialog that expresses how to communicate when someone doesn't look well and when someone one has an upset stomach. The vocabulary…
ChinesePod - IntermediateUpper-intermediate | An Athlete's Strengths And Weaknesses
Being a true fan of any sport requires you to have a slightly deeper knowledge of participating athletes than "he runs really fast" or "she jumps really high."…
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Intermediate | Introducing Hotels
With only a single letter difference between “hotel” and “hostel,” a lesson in Mandarin Chinese on where you lay that head of yours whilst on the road might…
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Pre-intermediate | Getting Taller (Not Fatter)
Children grow so quickly - it's amazing. Especially for relatives who don't get to see their young nieces, nephews, or grandchildren on a regular basis. In…
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Upper-intermediate | An Unhappy Valentine's
It's been a year since the breakup at Valentines, but today's character receives a call from their sister wishing them a happy Valentine's, only to stir up…
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Intermediate | Wishing People Well at Chinese New Year
In this lesson, we teach you how to wish someone a Happy Chinese New Year. First we teach you the most common ones like "xin nian kuai le", or "gong xi fa…
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Pre-intermediate | Toothache
Toothaches hurt. If you have a toothache, this is a fact you'll be wanting to communicate. In this lesson, we talk about toothaches, swollen faces, and scary…
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Upper-intermediate | A Classic Grand Slam Matchup
Grand Slam tournaments have been the stage for classic battles between fierce rivals throughout tennis history: Becker and Edberg, Lendl and McEnroe, Borg and…
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Intermediate | Chinese New Year Plans
Certain ancient Chinese traditions are more easily assimilated to the Western mind. Five days straight of blowing off firecrackers tends to sit better than…
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Pre-intermediate | The North Has Central Heating
Contrary to what you'd think, winter often feels colder in south China than in north China. Why is this? Two words: central heating. So cuddle up with a warm…
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Upper-intermediate | Whose Home For Chinese New Year?
Chinese New Year is all about going home to one's family and enjoying precious time with family stuffing one's face. But what happens when a husband and wife…
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Intermediate | Calligraphy
At ChinesePod, we expect a lot from our listeners: well kept, an invite over for cake every now and then, and personal growth--so, even though you just now…
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Pre-intermediate | What Have You Done In 2009?
Christmas has just passed and it's that time of year again - the time when you look back on everything you've done and think about what you'd like to do in the…
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Upper-intermediate | Exchange Rates
Although they may sound similar, the difference between the “yen” and the “yuan” is big. So how does the world’s next big economy communicate? In terms of…
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Intermediate | Goals For Studying Chinese
With more and more “laowai” coming to the People’s Republic, more and more find themselves in conversations about the occasional frustration one finds at that…
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Pre-intermediate | Borrowing Money From A Friend
You're in that awkward situation where you don't have any money and you have to ask a friend for help. Fear not. Hopefully you have as good a friend as Daisy…
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Upper-intermediate | Homeschooling
In a society renowned for its rigid examination system, homeschooling might seem like a very attractive option to conscientious parents that are looking to do…
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Intermediate | How's Business?
Yes, you want to come to China to see the beautiful sites and meet the gorgeous ChinesePod crew, but there’s a good chance that work will bring you here, so…
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Pre-intermediate | Asking For Sick Leave
Even the hardest-working employees need a break sometimes! Whether you're actually sick or not, knowing how to ask your Chinese boss for a bit of time off is a…
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Upper-intermediate | Intellectual Property Lawsuits
You know it’s a heavy lesson when the writer of these intros has to look up the definition. So, to guard himself from any more ridicule: Here’s a podcast with…
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Intermediate | Dreaming Of You
Are you a dream reader, a modern-day Zhougong? Do you like to share your dreams with your friends? Then today's lesson is for you! While telling someone that…
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Pre-intermediate | I'll Call You Back
Too busy to talk? Then I'll call you back! In this lesson, ChinesePod takes you through how to return a call in Chinese. Episode link…
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Upper-intermediate | New Year's Cash
For corrupt officials, cash-filled envelopes involve a wink, a nod, and an expedited liquor license. For little kids, envelopes stuffed with cash mean: Happy…
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Intermediate | New Year's Wishes
Happy New Year, ChinesePoddies! That's right - we're saying goodbye to 2009 and hello to a new decade. But who needs resolutions when you've got the "god of…
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Pre-intermediate | Add Me on WeChat
It's now one of the top five most used apps on the planet, but outside of the Sinosphere, few people know about it. It's WeChat! In this lesson, learn what the…
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Upper-intermediate | New Year's Resolutions
For Ken, it’s getting back into archery. For Jenny, it’s finding Roger Federer again. For a few of our guests it’s….Nope, not going to give it away! In this…
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Intermediate | Christmas
We know what went on at your company Christmas party which basically puts you far, far down on the list of who’s been naughty and nice. Fortunately, in this…
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Pre-intermediate | Picking Up a Friend at the Airport
Your friend just got off of a long haul flight. He's got nasty bed-head and his breath could kill a small animal. But even that can't deter you from doing your…
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Upper-intermediate | A Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
This is a tale of a young man with a penchant for women who flip out on him and make his life miserable, even long after they've "ended" it. Yes, the crazy…
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Intermediate | Christmas Gifts from China
After spending some time in China, going home for Christmas can be a troublesome event for any expat. Aside from getting that plane ticket home, you've also…
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Pre-intermediate | Ordering Flowers
So you're planning to send some flowers, but roses have been done to death, and you've got some other ideas. But did you know that some flowers are "for old…
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Upper-intermediate | A Creepy Guy
Any good bar has its share of dolled-up girls and shady but ever-so-eligible bachelors. Maybe he hadn't had enough to drink, maybe he has a staring problem, or…
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Intermediate | Office Christmas Party
The entire team is here, celebrating the holidays at an office Christmas party. Delve into a little CPod office mayhem as we discuss decorating the workspace…
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Pre-intermediate | Varieties of Candy
Halloween means Trick-or-Treating, which means bucket-loads of candy! Be it fruit gummies, toffee, chocolate or lollipops, ChinesePod is taking you on a…
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Upper-intermediate | Opening a Meeting
You’re going places, which is why you’re using ChinesePod. So, it shouldn’t surprise anyone to know that at some point you might be meeting with local…
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Intermediate | Manly Beards or Pretty Boys?
What do Chinese girls think of a guy with a goatee? Well, we can't speak for all girls, but we can speak for two fictional girls in a fictional dialog, and…
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Pre-intermediate | A Snake Discovery
Let's go out for a spring stroll, shall we? But wait! What's that up ahead? A snake! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2136
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Upper-intermediate | Buying Goods From Abroad Online
There's an endless number of reasons for purchasing goods from abroad online: trying to avoid jacked up prices on imported goods, distrust of products produced…
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Intermediate | Lesson Brainstorming
Ever desired a glimpse into how the finest and most brilliant minds at ChinesePod come up with award-winning lessons on a stunningly regular basis? Well, loyal…
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Pre-intermediate | Hamsters, Snakes, And Owls
There's only so much that can be said about owning cats and dogs before you, the intermediate learner, feels that urge to move onto discussions about other…
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Upper-intermediate | Romantic Movies And Real Life
We all love a romantic chick-flick every now and then, but for some women it becomes a problem: they expect every man to live up to their Ryan Gosling/ Zhou…
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Intermediate | Stop Speeding!
The Grand Prix held here in Shanghai showcased breakneck speeds, hairline turns and drivers with death wishes…and that was all in the taxi ride to the stadium…
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Pre-intermediate | Grammar Lesson
There aren't many things more fun than learning Chinese grammar. Today, you're in for a real treat-- this podcast is all about a class of students who are…
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Upper-intermediate | Chinese Commuters
Any look at a bus, subway or highway on any given day will give you an idea of the constant struggle facing those who depend on the transportation system here…
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Intermediate | Family Life
Never has China been accused of not respecting family. In fact, concepts like moving out of your parents’ house before marriage are still in their infancy. In…
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Pre-intermediate | Grab Some Veggies From The Store
You can't cook dinner without a big pile of ingredients. In today's Chinese podcast, you'll learn how to tell someone to pick up a load of fresh vegetables…
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Upper-intermediate | Shaolin Temple
While many don’t know this (due to the fact that it’s not true), all ChinesePod employees are required to attend a 6-month intensive course at the famous kung…
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Intermediate | A Promotion
You wouldn’t be here if you weren’t a good, pro-active, self-motivating individual. So we’ll make you a deal. After listening to this lesson, you tell 10…
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Pre-intermediate | Language Exchange
If you're learning Chinese in China, there's a very good chance that someone will try to become your language partner. With any luck, you'll become fast…
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Upper-intermediate | Marketing Proposal
Brace yourself. Jenny is going to talk about “proposals” but it’s not what you think (cancel that flight here). It’s all about the “next big thing,” and you’re…
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Intermediate | Signing A Rental Agreement
In this lesson, we are at the lease signing, and a conversation occurs between the landlord, tenant, and property agent, going over the finer details of the…
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Pre-intermediate | Buying Pants 买裤子
In this lesson, we discuss our favorite pastime: shopping! We review various places one can go shopping. We learn about different kinds of pants and how to…