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Ah, the problems of others. The landlord is raising the rent just a bit too high. Someone's lover has run off with someone else. A wayward son can't seem to find his way. For some, hearing about these problems is reason enough to end a conversation or leave the room, but for othe ... Show More

Ah, bed wetting. Whether it's your young child, or your "friend" who had that "totally realistic dream where I was using the toilet," bed wetting is a fact of life. Learn the key vocabulary to discuss it in this lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1667 

You're out of college and it's time to do something with your life. You can't just hang out on your parent's couch all day, can you? In this lesson, someone discusses with their mother about pursuing their dream of starting a magazine. Also, be sure to check out the new task feat ... Show More

<p>You may not be strutting on the catwalk, but your significant other is working it tonight! With this lesson, you can let everyone in the room know, hey... she&#39;s with me! And you&#39;ll do it in Mandarin Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0913</p> 

It's fairly common in China for the newcomer in the office to send out a friendly introductory email to new co-workers. In this lesson we'll be taking a look at that simple email, and all its essential Chinese words and phrases. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1496 

<p>The Chinese terms for various relatives are a bit complicated. But don&#39;t worry, ChinesePod is here to help you learn them! In today&#39;s Mandarin lesson, start talking about your sons, daughters and other family members. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1293</p> 

<p>We at ChinesePod are always ready to give you a hand as you learn Mandarin. In today's lesson, learn how to share your burdens with a friend, all in Chinese! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1107</p> 

Are you one of the Chinese learners who are afraid of complicated and scary Chinese characters? In this series, we are gonna show you 66 traditional characters that you see every day produced in our Taipei Studios! This episode is a recap of the first five lessons, be sure to rev ... Show More

<p>The Chinese terms for various relatives are a bit complicated. But don&#39;t worry, ChinesePod is here to help you learn them! In today&#39;s Mandarin lesson, start talking about your sons, daughters and other family members. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1195</p> 

We know the challenge of getting into Mandarin Chinese is daunting to say the least, but don't worry, ChinesePod is here to help! Today's lesson is a practical guide for the complete newbie, hopefully assuaging some of the fears associated with learning Mandarin and giving you po ... Show More

<p>Writing classy lessons about bodily functions may be considered a difficult task by some. One lesson better left to the naughty neighborhood kids, perhaps. But, we at ChinesePod know that there are certain times where acting out what you are trying to get across in polite comp ... Show More

<p>If you're reading this, you're most likely studying Mandarin. You need to learn how to talk about yourself and your teachers. In today's lesson, learn how to explain in Chinese that you're a student. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1182</p>