Dashu Mandarin Podcast

Every learner of Chinese eventually encounters the unspoken rules and intense pressures of Chinese social dynamics, often at school or in the workplace. In this explosive episode, the Dashu Mandarin hosts share their...

Join us for a candid and juicy conversation with the renowned Zhifei Laoshi (智菲老师)! After years in the classroom, Zhifei Laoshi has made a monumental shift: leaving teaching to become the CEO of her own Chinese learning...

🎧 This episode is sponsored by GoEast Mandarin School GoEast Mandarin is a Chinese school based in Shanghai offering live 1-on-1 and small group online classes, as well as offline courses at their Shanghai campus. For...

Do Chinese people tend to judge others by their appearance? Why Chinese People Judge Foreigners Differently? We discuss how, in certain situations, such judgments can sometimes be seen as a form of racial...

In this episode of Dashu Mandarin, we talk about PUA, short for Pick-Up Artist. In Chinese, this term has changed from meaning “flirting skills” to describing toxic emotional control in relationships. Through this...

What do Chinese people really think about looks? Do Chinese care too much about appearance or is that just what people think? In this episode, Dashu Mandarin will dive deep into the topic of Chinese beauty standards...

Ever wondered what people in China really think about dating, marriage, and the single life? This isn't your typical textbook lesson. In this candid episode of 大叔中文 (Dashu Mandarin Podcast), we go "Beyond the Textbook"...

In this episode of Chinese podcast, we're excited to welcome our guest, Alvin Chen from Shanghai. Alvin shares his Chinese life story and gives us a glimpse into the vibrant and diverse lifestyle of Shanghai. He talks...

What happens when a Taiwanese man falls in love with a woman from a conservative Pakistani village? This is Uncle Richard's story—a tale of cultural clashes, religious differences, and a connection that has lasted for...

In this episode, we dive into the topic of emotional value — what it really means, why it's important, and how it affects our relationships, friendships, and even work dynamics, especially within the context of modern...

Meet Jim, an American who’s spent 15 years in China mastering the language and culture. Jim isn’t your average foreigner with good spoken Chinese—he’s fluent and professional, with a deep understanding of Chinese...

Join us on Dashu Mandarin as we dive into the fascinating evolution of China's dining scene! From the convenience of WeChat payments and 24/7 delivery apps to the rise of pre-made meals in restaurants, we explore how...

Dive into the vibrant world of KTV culture in China and Taiwan with our latest Chinese podcast episode! Perfect for intermediate to advanced Chinese learners, this episode uncovers the hilarious, heartfelt, and...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Join us for Episode #161 of Dashu Mandarin as Ben, Can, and Richard share heartfelt stories of life changes, personal growth, and new adventures! From Ben’s bold career shift back to teaching and his travel epiphanies...

Join the Dashu Mandarin Podcast as we explore Leo’s incredible journey, a Chinese adoptee raised in the U.S., who mastered fluent Mandarin from scratch! From his early life in a Chinese orphanage to embracing his...

Dive into the wild world of China's viral sensation, Red Sister (or Red Uncle?)! 🌟 Join the 大叔中文 Podcast as we unpack this hilarious and shocking internet drama shaking up social media. From bizarre rumors to...

Join us on the latest episode of Dashu Mandarin (大叔中文), a podcast tailored for intermediate to advanced Chinese learners! Today we had a fun chinese conversation with Taiwanese teacher Katrina Lee from Learn Chinese...

Discover how to master Chinese as an adult with practical strategies from polyglot expert Lao Liu! In this insightful podcast, we explore powerful language learning techniques, including the 80/20 rule, AI-driven study...

Join us on Dashu Mandarin as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Manning, a Canadian who spent 15 years in Taiwan! 🌏 In this episode, Manning shares her incredible journey of learning Chinese, from discovering...

Want 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...