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Chinese and English Language podcast. A mixed couple (Tom & Ula) living in Taiwan, teach Chinese through the use of Chinglish (Chinese and English) on a variety of topics. Learn Chinese, study methods, Entertainment, news, life, business, hints and tricks to learning Mandarin. Hear a native speaking naturally and at natural pace but with the English translation so you can follow the context of the conversation. Enjoy. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo ...
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In this episode we are waiting for a call from our solicitor to let us know everything has gone through on our new house purchase. Nervousness, excitement, apprehension it's all in this episode. Oh, and we are standing up because we threw away our chairs and packed most of the studio. All spoken in Mandairn and English for you learners of Chinese a…
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In this episode, we discuss our upcoming house move and dive into a fun game of Would You Rather (A háishi B). Practice Mandarin comprehension as we explore tricky choices and share personal updates. Perfect for Mandarin learners looking to improve their listening skills with real-life conversations and playful language practice. Get bonus content …
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On this episode of the worlds number 1 Chinglish podcast we discuss a whole host of things in both Mandarin and English. Moving house, to do's, goals, new business ideas, revamping Mandarin Monkey, and then suddenly Ula asks Tom how he is. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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We finally got some great news about our new house and actually just after recording went to see it and measure things. This one is slightly shorter because we are excited. BUT, it's all spoken in both Mandarin and English for your learning pleasure. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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All spoken in both English and Mandarin. In this episode (376), we take a fun trip down memory lane, revisiting what we were talking about years ago on the podcast and reflecting on how far we've come. Plus, after much deliberation, we finally pull the trigger on a big decision—buying a gaming PC! Tune in for some nostalgia, tech talk, and the usua…
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In this episode, Tom and Ula dive into the fascinating world of Brandon Sanderson’s Mistborn! 📚✨ Join us as we explore this epic fantasy novel and see just how many fantastical words we can understand. 🤔 From allomancy to mistwraiths, Ula reads a few passages to challenge both Tom and our listeners. Can you keep up with the magical terms and comple…
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In this episode, we share some disappointing news: our new house plans have been delayed, impacting our goals and vision for the future. But setbacks can lead to growth! We reflect on our achievements this year and discuss new goals to aim for next year. Join us for an honest conversation on turning challenges into motivation, while learning Chines…
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In this episode, we explore the world of farming through Mandarin vocabulary inspired by Clarkson's Farm. Discover useful phrases for farming life while we discuss the curious world of British teas, including biscuit and jam-and-toast flavours! Perfect for Mandarin learners who want to add a fun, practical twist to their language practice. Tune in …
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In this episode, we dive into the adventure of camping in the rain, share the chaos and excitement of moving house, and discuss the joys (and challenges) of buying hamsters. Plus, we break down our thoughts on the new Fallout series on Amazon Prime. Tune in for some laughs, stories, and our usual fun mix of topics! Get bonus content on Patreon Host…
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In this episode, Tom and Ula from Mandarin Monkey explore what truly makes a house feel like a home. They discuss everything from comforting smells and personal decorations to the technology and emotions that transform a new space into your space. Perfect for language learners, this engaging conversation is spoken in both Mandarin and English. Tune…
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Tom and Ula play guess who, or at least a version of guess who but in Mandarin Chinese. It's more like twenty questions. You can pick up a bunch of new questions and vocabulary in this one. All spoken in English and Mandarin for your listening and learning pleasure. Enjoy. :) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m…
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We play a version of Cards Against Humanity in this one with English set ups and Mandarin answers. This will push your Mandarin a bit and also has slightly saucey questions in it so beware of little ears. One speaks English the other speaks Mandarin. Enjoy. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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We play Family Fortune or Family Fueds in this episode of the Mandarin Monkey Podcast. Ula will be speaking Mandarin Chinese while Tom speaks English. Tom quizzes Ula on Family Fueds style and we learn a bunch of new Mandarin Chinese words. Try and guess the top answers yourself! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…
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ōuzhōu fáng fēng is the name of the episode because thats what we agreed on. Listen to this bilingual podcast to enhance your mandarin listening ability while being able to understand context with the English. All spoken in Mandarin and English. Enjoy! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Discussing how winning the lottery could allow you to pursue your dreams and passions more freely. (以积极的方式结束,讨论中彩票如何让你更自由地追求梦想和激情。Yǐ jījí de fāngshì jiéshù, tǎolùn zhōng cǎipiào rúhé ràng nǐ gèng zìyóu de zhuīqiú mèngxiǎng hé jīqíng.)1. 彩票 (cǎipiào) – Lottery2. 钱 (qián) – Money3. 捐款 (juānkuǎn) – Donation4. 投资 (tóuzī) – Investment5. 房子 (fángzi) – Ho…
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Can you say 'ni hao ma' to a native Mandarin speaker? A contentious subject amoungst content creators. Ula has strong feelings about it. Also if you are going to learn Chinese, you have to put the effort and hours in. www.mandarinmonkey.com Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Tom and Ula talk about their trip to Hastings, an extremely smelly crab arm and sliding down the bed. All done in Mandarin and English for your listening pleasure. Enjoy. Camping (露营 lùyíng)帐篷 (zhàngpéng) – Tent营火 (yínghuǒ) – Campfire睡袋 (shuìdài) – Sleeping bag背包 (bēibāo) – Backpack烤肉 (kǎoròu) – BarbecueSeaside (海边 hǎibiān)沙滩 (shātān) – Beach海浪 (hǎ…
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Ula went back to Taiwan. 🫢Traditional: 飛機Simplified: 飞机Pinyin: fēi jīEnglish: airplaneTraditional: 機場Simplified: 机场Pinyin: jī chǎngEnglish: airportTraditional: 登機證Simplified: 登机证Pinyin: dēng jī zhèngEnglish: boarding passTraditional: 辦理登機Simplified: 办理登机Pinyin: bàn lǐ dēng jīEnglish: check-inTraditional: 行李Simplified: 行李Pinyin: xíng lǐEnglish: lugg…
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Tom and Ula answer random questions and give you 11 new Mandarin words to think about. 随机 (suíjī) - Random无限 (Wúxiàn) - Unlimited. Related to the question about having an unlimited supply of something.奇怪 (Qíguài) - Weird or strange. Useful when discussing the weirdest things seen in someone’s home or strange habits.动物 (Dòngwù) - Animal. Pertinent t…
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What would you choose to encapsulate the essence of today? From the latest technological marvels to cultural icons, and personal mementos that hold significant meaning, we discuss what should make the cut for our hypothetical time capsule. We'll delve into not just what items to include, but why they matter and what they could tell people a century…
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Tom and Ula discuss good and bad advice they have gotten over the years.Mandarin Vocabulary Related to Advice:建议 (Jiànyì) - Advice最好 (Zuì hǎo) - Best最坏 (Zuì huài) - Worst经验 (Jīngyàn) - Experience智慧 (Zhìhuì) - Wisdom错误 (Cuòwù) - Mistake成功 (Chénggōng) - Success失败 (Shībài) - Failure教训 (Jiàoxùn) - Lesson启发 (Qǐfā) - Inspiration Get bonus content on Patr…
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Hey Mandarin Monkey fam! This week, we’re taking a hilarious hike through the history of social media – yes, we’re talking about the good, the bad, and the downright cringe-worthy moments from our digital pasts. Remember the thrill of customizing your MySpace page or the challenge of expressing your whole vibe in just 140 characters? How about thos…
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In this heartwarming episode of our Chinese Learning Podcast, we dive into the theme of "Life's Little Wins: Celebrating Small Victories." Join us as we share personal anecdotes and reflections on the small accomplishments that brighten our daily lives. From mastering a new Mandarin phrase to finally understanding a complex Chinese character, we ex…
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Dive into the Mandarin Monkey Podcast, your go-to for a Chinese learning podcast that brings laughter and language together. In this episode, we share unforgettable tales from the great outdoors—camping blunders, unexpected wildlife encounters, and the humor in the unpredictability of nature. It's a unique blend of learning Chinese conversation ski…
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Join us in this exciting episode of the Mandarin Monkey Podcast, your go-to Chinese learning podcast, as we uncover 20 essential life hacks that will not only improve your daily life but also enhance your Chinese speaking and listening practice. Tom and Ula, a dynamic mixed couple living in Taiwan, bring you a unique blend of Chinese conversation i…
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Dive into the world of irritation with us on Mandarin Monkey as we explore the nuances of 恼人 (nǎo rén). This episode brings personal anecdotes, cultural insights, and laughter together, shedding light on the universal irritations that bind us. Discover how different cultures tackle annoyance and learn practical strategies for managing your own 恼人 m…
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After two weeks away from the microphone we are back with updates on whats been going on. High pressure situations, set means, no touching and a spa day. Let the Mandarin and English begin. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.저자 Mandarin Monkey
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This time there are some Mandarin and English compaints. What are the three items you cannot live without? what are you doing for Chinese new year if at all? What's the silliest thing you have ever done? Let's find out in both Mandarin and English. 抱怨#learnmandarin #learnenglish Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…
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We discuss the new Mandarin hangout sessions and some new grateful cards that Ula has been practising. Learning how to say sorry and the worse grades we have ever received. All in Mandarin Chinese and English. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.저자 Mandarin Monkey
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Friday bilingual chat with Mandarin Monkey! This one has a number of new Mandarin phrases you can learn and includes a good old fashioned game of You or Me. #mandarin #chinese #english #bilingual Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.저자 Mandarin Monkey
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In this episode we speak about face mites, the Taiwanese election, learning goals, The Suits and salaries. Spoken in both Mandarin and English the Mandarin Monkey podcast is a Chinese and English Language podcast. A mixed couple (Tom & Ula) living in Taiwan, teach Chinese through the use of Chinglish (Chinese and English) on a variety of topics. Le…
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Happy New Year! This is the first Mandarin Monkey Podcast episode of 2024. We dig into learning goals and new year goals in general.Spoken in both Mandarin and English the Mandarin Monkey podcast is a Chinese and English Language podcast. A mixed couple (Tom & Ula) living in Taiwan, teach Chinese through the use of Chinglish (Chinese and English) o…
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Tune into this vibrant episode of the Mandarin Monkey Podcast, where co-host Tom recounts his recent trip to San Francisco! 🌉🎙️ Join us as we explore a series of captivating stories and experiences that Tom encountered during his visit to this dynamic city.Perfect for learners of Mandarin and English, this episode offers a bilingual journey through…
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Welcome to a special episode of the Mandarin Monkey podcast, where we blend the fun of learning Mandarin with the joy of gratitude! In this episode, we take a delightful detour from our usual Mandarin lessons to discuss what makes us truly grateful. Join us as we share hilarious personal stories, sprinkle in some Mandarin phrases related to gratitu…
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In this heartwarming and lively episode of Mandarin Monkey, hosts Tom and Ula dive into the emotionally rich topic of parenthood. After a special request from an Instagram follower, they open up about the joys, challenges, and anxieties of becoming new parents, sharing their personal experiences and insights. The episode takes a playful turn with t…
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Dive into a thrilling episode of the Mandarin Monkey Podcast, where language learning meets fun and unpredictability! 🌟 In this special edition, hosts Ula and Tom take on the classic game of Truth or Dare, with a bilingual twist. 🇨🇳🇬🇧Ula, speaking exclusively in Mandarin, and Tom, responding in English, navigate a series of daring challenges and re…
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Tom and Ula talk about the new Mandarin hangout set up coming in 2024 and how it can help you learn Mandarin faster and find a better time to make friends and level up. Diving into whether or not its the journey to fluency thats the fun bit or the fluency itself, and what fluency really means in any language. Should we enjoy the enjoy or try and ge…
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Ula doesn't want to read fiction. Tom want's her to try it. Can Tom convince her to read a novel? Also what does Ula's strange dream about her mother, travelling to the mountains and been caught doing something naughty in university mean? Let's find out in the Mandarin monkey podcast. Your Mandarin Chinese and English dream of a bi-lingual podcast.…
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Welcome to another episode of the Mandarin Monkey podcast. Tom and Ula talk about Culture in Taiwan, Betel nuts, Laduzi, Spicy food, Lord of the Rings the musical, and Tom's birthday. ALl spoken in both Mandarin and English the entire time. Enjoy. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Welcome to another exciting episode of Mandarin Monkey! This week, we've got a special treat for you. Join Tom, our English-speaking co-host, and Ula, our Mandarin maestro, as they dive into a smorgasbord of topics that will leave you both enlightened and entertained.Life's ups and downs: How living in Taiwan and England shapes our perspectives.The…
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We discuss starting to watch Peaky Blinders on Netflix finally and what Ula think about each of the accents she hears in it. Also about a msattering of other things. But all in Mandarin Chinese and English for your listening pleasure! Enjoy. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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We are officially back after the long summer holidays and on schedule for our weekly podcast. It's been trying times for everyone over the break, but the kids are back at school, the thinking cap is back on and Tom bought a super sour warhead pickle for Ula to try. All spoken in Mandarin Chinese and English for your listening pleasure. Get bonus co…
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In this heartfelt episode of the Mandarin Monkey podcast, hosts Tom and Ula explore the resilience of the human spirit as they share their personal experiences of being struck by COVID for the second time. Uniting the English-speaking Tom with the Mandarin-speaking Ula, this dynamic duo navigates language barriers, life challenges, and the global p…
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Tom and Ula are back! The Mandarin Monkey Podcast is back after a few weeks away and with children being at home on their summer holiday. Listen to Ula if you want to learn Mandarin Chinese. Listen to Tom if you want to learn English. Split your brain down the middle to learn both at the same time. :) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. S…
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Are you looking to enhance your Mandarin skills and interested in real-life conversations? Tune into our latest episode where we delve into the topic of Procrastination, or as we say in Mandarin - 拖延. We unpack the psychological aspects behind procrastination and discuss practical tips in Mandarin and English to help you overcome it. This episode i…
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Welcome to the latest episode of Mandarin Monkey, the immersive podcast perfect for language learners and culture enthusiasts! Join us as we dive deep into captivating conversations, blending English and Mandarin seamlessly in a way that makes language learning enjoyable.In today's episode, we discuss a wide range of fascinating topics, from global…
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Welcome back, language learners and culture explorers, to another intriguing episode of the Mandarin Monkey Podcast. If you're looking for an English-Chinese language adventure that connects you to the vibrant heart of China or Taiwan, then buckle up - we've got you covered! This week, we've returned from a memorable break away, brimming with tales…
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On this exciting episode of the Mandarin Monkey podcast, we delve deep into the world of mentorship, in both life and business, bringing the experience closer to you in English and Mandarin Chinese. This rich and practical exploration offers you the chance to enhance your Mandarin comprehension while gleaning insights into the influential role of m…
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