Episodes

  • #380 - Bānjiā 搬家 | Moving House Day | Mandarin and English Bilingual podcast

    #380 - Bānjiā 搬家 | Moving House Day | Mandarin and English Bilingual podcast
    Nov 15 2024

    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 and English.


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    35 mins
  • #379 - Burnt food or leftovers | Mandarin and English Podcast

    #379 - Burnt food or leftovers | Mandarin and English Podcast
    Nov 8 2024
    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 on Patreon

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    50 mins
  • #378 - How Are You ... Tired | Mandarin and English Podcast

    #378 - How Are You ... Tired | Mandarin and English Podcast
    Nov 1 2024
    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

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    48 mins
  • #377 - We Got it! Finally | Mandarin and English Podcast

    #377 - We Got it! Finally | Mandarin and English Podcast
    Oct 18 2024
    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

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    34 mins
  • 回顾过去, 迎接新科技: Our Journey Down Memory Lane and a Gaming PC Buy!

    回顾过去, 迎接新科技: Our Journey Down Memory Lane and a Gaming PC Buy!
    Oct 11 2024
    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 usual laughs. Skritter - Learn to write Chineseskritter.com?ref=mandarinmonkeyUse promoCode: MANDARINMONKEYfor 10% off everything Get bonus content on Patreon

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    48 mins
  • #375 - Mistborn in Mandarin - Reading a Brandon Sanderson book in TWO languages

    #375 - Mistborn in Mandarin - Reading a Brandon Sanderson book in TWO languages
    Oct 4 2024
    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 complex world-building? 🧙‍♂️🔍 Tune in to test your fantasy vocabulary skills and discover why Mistborn is a must-read for fantasy lovers! Get bonus content on Patreon

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    55 mins
  • #374 - 房屋夢碎了 (Fángwū mèng suì le) | Chinese Learning Podcast, Boost Your Daily Chinese

    #374 - 房屋夢碎了 (Fángwū mèng suì le) | Chinese Learning Podcast, Boost Your Daily Chinese
    Sep 27 2024
    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 Chinese along the way. Ideal for those interested in Chinese listening practice and boosting Mandarin conversation skills. Perfect for both beginners and advanced learners wanting more real-life Mandarin content. Tune in now! Get bonus content on Patreon

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    41 mins
  • #373 - Clarkson’s Farm & Biscuit Tea: Fun Mandarin Vocabulary for Learners

    #373 - Clarkson’s Farm & Biscuit Tea: Fun Mandarin Vocabulary for Learners
    Sep 13 2024
    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 for some cultural insights, unique vocabulary, and a dash of British humour! Get bonus content on Patreon

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    54 mins