Chinese Podcast EP166: Why Do Chinese People Face So Much Pressure?
Join the Dashu Mandarin Podcast as we dive into the pressures of modern Chinese life! From coffee shop clashes to workplace stress, we explore real-life stories that reveal why pressure is such a big part of Chinese culture. Perfect for Chinese language learners, this episode blends authentic conversations with cultural insights to help you master Mandarin while understanding the heartbeat of China. Tune in, laugh, and learn with our three uncles as we discuss stress, ambition, and finding balance in a fast-paced world.
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Chinese Podcast Ep165: Who’s Your Best Friend?
Join us in this heartfelt episode of the Dashu Mandarin Podcast as we dive into warm and funny stories about lifelong friendships! 🎙️ Perfect for intermediate to advanced Chinese learners, our hosts share authentic, relatable tales of their best friends—from high school adventures and romantic escapades to ghostly encounters and life-changing moments. 🥰In this episode, you'll hear:Hilarious and touching stories about the hosts’ closest friends.Real Chinese conversations to boost your listening and comprehension skills.Cultural insights into friendship, family, and life in Chinese-speaking communities.
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Chinese Podcast Ep164: If We Were Not Mandarin Teachers
In this episode, the Uncles discussed what careers they might pursue if they were not Chinese teachers. Ben-shu shared his experience in Chinese course design, explaining that although he enjoyed the work, he had to leave due to company layoffs. He mentioned that while he is passionate about teaching Chinese, working in the gaming industry brought him heavy stress, and managing social media left him exhausted.Can-shu said that if he were not a Chinese teacher, he would like to be a writer, focusing on fantasy stories. He discovered his passion for storytelling while accompanying his child’s learning and hopes to develop further in this area.The episode also playfully explored possible future careers, such as a "dream therapist," as Uncle Richard mentioned, someone who uses technology to enter people’s dreams and help them solve psychological issues. The Uncles also shared imaginative ideas about future work, including distinguishing between human- and AI-created works.
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Chinese Podcast Ep163: Sexual Harassment In China
In this episode, we start with the Wuhan University Yang Jingyuan case and share some of our personal thoughts on sexual harassment in China. It’s not an academic discussion, just a casual exchange of ideas, giving you a glimpse into this social issue.
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Chinese Podcast Ep162: Why Surrogacy Is So Controversial in China?
Perfect for intermediate and advanced Chinese learners who want to explore real-world stories and improve their language skills. In this episode, we start with the shocking Zheng Shuang surrogacy scandal and dive into the many sides of surrogacy in China — from legal restrictions and moral debates to real-life cases. Along the way, you'll learn key Chinese vocabulary and expressions to talk about this sensitive topic in Mandarin.
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:
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