Learning Chinese Through Stories

In this episode, we will be discussing a common grammatical structure in Chinese that expresses the idea of "doing two things at the same time". This structure is known as "一边......一边......" (yī biān...yī biān...) and is often used to convey coordination between actions. We will explore various examples of this structure in use. We're always excited to hear from you. If you have any questions, comments, or additional examples to share, we'd love to hear from you. ************************************************************ Chinese for Superior- LCTS Chinese for Advanced-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate High-LCTS Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist Chinese for Beginners-Playlist If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will help more people find

In this episode, we will be exploring the fascinating world of Chinese historical dramas and delving into some of the most commonly used expressions found in these beloved shows. ************************************************************ Chinese for Superior- LCTS Chinese for Advanced-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate High-LCTS Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist Chinese for Beginners-Playlist If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will help more people find the podcast. Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Follow and subscribe for free Get the next episode as soon as it is available by following/subscribing it for free at Apple Podcast  Google Podcast Spotify

In this podcast episode, two college students, "琳琳儿" and "奔跑的蜗牛Running Snail," share their experiences of college life and how students can create their own unique experiences. We would love to hear your thoughts on what you think makes a great college experience and how you've made the most out of your time in university. R&S ************************************************************ If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will help more people find the podcast. Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Follow and subscribe for free Get the next episode as soon as it is available by following/subscribing it for free at Apple Podcast  Google Podcast Spotify

Xu Beihong drawing galloping horses Shout out to Dominic for sharing the idea of this topic with us ! THANK YOU!! Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. ************************************************************ Chinese for Superior- Playlist Chinese for Advanced-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate High-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist Chinese for Beginners-Playlist If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will help more people find the podcast. Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Follow and subscribe for free Get the next episode as soon as it is available by following/subscribing it for free at Apple Podcast  Google Podcast Spotify

Xu Beihong drawing galloping horses Shout out to Dominic for sharing the idea of this topic with us ! THANK YOU!! Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. ************************************************************ If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will help more people find the podcast. Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Follow and subscribe for free Get the next episode as soon as it is available by following/subscribing it for free at Apple Podcast  Google Podcast Spotify

The man who is great at playing with fire- Guoqiang Cai This episode was recorded at the request of our patron- Mathieu Bernimont! Thank you for your suggestion, Mathieu ! Please stay tuned for story walkthrough. Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. ************************************************************ Chinese for Superior- LCTS Chinese for Advanced-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate High-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist Chinese for Beginners-Playlist If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will help more people find the podcast. Thank you!!

The man who is great at playing with fire- Guoqiang Cai This episode was recorded at the request of our patron- Mathieu Bernimont! Thank you for your suggestion, Mathieu ! Please stay tuned for story walkthrough. Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. ************************************************************ Chinese for Superior- LCTS Chinese for Advanced-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate High-LCTS Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist Chinese for Beginners-Playlist If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will help more people find the podcast. Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Follow and subscribe for free Get the next episode as soon as it is available by following/subscribing it for free at

Notch the boat in search of the sword, a classic story from Master Lü's Spring and Autumn Annals（吕氏春秋） (239 BC)  

Notch the boat in search of the sword, a classic story from Master Lü's Spring and Autumn Annals（吕氏春秋） (239 BC)    

In this episode, we'll be taking a closer look at an explosive masterpiece created by the renowned Chinese artist Cai Guoqiang - "天梯" (Tianti), which translates to "Sky Ladder." Tianti is a breathtaking firework artwork that was first unveiled in 2015 in the city of Quanzhou, China. The piece consists of a series of ladder-like structures, which are suspended in mid-air and then set alight, creating a stunning display of light and sound. The result is a truly awe-inspiring spectacle that captures the beauty and power of fire. Cai Guoqiang is no stranger to creating spectacular firework displays, having worked on many high-profile events around the world, including the opening ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics. However, Tianti is a unique and deeply personal work for him, inspired by childhood memories of his grandmother and the idea of reaching for the heavens. In this episode, we'll explore the inspiration behind Tianti, the technical challenges of creating such an intricate and complex artwork, an

In this episode, we'll be taking a closer look at an explosive masterpiece created by the renowned Chinese artist Cai Guoqiang - "天梯" (Tianti), which translates to "Sky Ladder." Tianti is a breathtaking firework artwork that was first unveiled in 2015 in the city of Quanzhou, China. The piece consists of a series of ladder-like structures, which are suspended in mid-air and then set alight, creating a stunning display of light and sound. The result is a truly awe-inspiring spectacle that captures the beauty and power of fire. Cai Guoqiang is no stranger to creating spectacular firework displays, having worked on many high-profile events around the world, including the opening ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics. However, Tianti is a unique and deeply personal work for him, inspired by childhood memories of his grandmother and the idea of reaching for the heavens. In this episode, we'll explore the inspiration behind Tianti, the technical challenges of creating such an intricate and complex artwork, an

In this episode, we're going to dive into the meaning and significance of a popular Mandarin Chinese song called "他一定很爱你" (Tā yídìng hěn ài nǐ), which translates to "He Definitely Loves You." This song has captured the hearts of many listeners with its powerful lyrics and emotional melody, and it has become an anthem of sorts for those who have experienced love and heartbreak. Thanks Simeng ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We app

In this episode, we shared a story about Lu An Ke (Eckart Löwe) , a German volunteer who spent over a decade (1997-2013) in moutainous area of China to educate local kids who were left behind by their parents working in the  cities. His students consider Lu both their closest friend and best teacher. His story was well-know in China. In 2009 and 2013, he was interviewed by ChaiJing, a well-respected Chinese journalist and environmental activist, about his experience. Hope you enjoy it. Thanks Simeng ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ***********************************************************

In this episode, we shared a story about Lu An Ke (Eckart Löwe) , a German volunteer who spent over a decade (1997-2013) in moutainous area of China to educate local kids who were left behind by their parents working in the  cities. His students consider Lu both their closest friend and best teacher. His story was well-know in China. In 2009 and 2013, he was interviewed by ChaiJing, a well-respected Chinese journalist and environmental activist, about his experience. Hope you enjoy it. Thanks Simeng ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ***********************************************************

Have you ever thought about the differences between south China and north China ? In this episode, we shared some anecdotal misunderstandings  between northern and  southern Chinese as shared on Zhihu, a question and answering forum.  Please let us know what you think. ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we receive, and it helps us craft the following week’s Podcast. Leaving us a review on iTunes ! *****

Have you ever thought about the differences between south China and north China ? In this episode, we shared some anecdotal misunderstandings  between northern and  southern Chinese as shared on Zhihu, a question and answering forum.  Please let us know what you think. ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we receive, and it helps us craft the following week’s Podcast. Leaving us a review on iTunes ! *****

What does a college student's day look like ?  In this episode, you will meet Xiaolin, a college student from a top tier university in Wuhan. Shout out to Cal who shared with us this idea. Please let us know what you think. _R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we receive, and it helps us craft the following week’s Podcast. Leaving us a review on iTunes ! *****************************************

What does a college student's day look like ?  In this episode, you will meet Xiaolin, a college student from a top tier university in Wuhan. Shout out to Cal who shared with us this idea. Please let us know what you think. _R&S ************************************************************ If you like this episode and would like to access the transcript and ad free audio, please consider supporting us by becoming a patron, where you will find all transcripts and other benefits. ************************************************************ Chinese for Superior- LCTS Chinese for Advanced-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate High-LCTS Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist Chinese for Beginners-Playlist If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will he

In this episode we narrated a habit of 李嘉诚 Li Jia Cheng/ Li Ka-shing, one of the most influential entrepreneurs in Asia and the world. In 2019 Forbes put Li in the list of the world's most generous philanthropists outside of the US. Li is often referred to as "Superman Li/ 李超人" in Hong Kong because of his business prowess. Please let us know what you think.