In this episode, Jared Turner and John Pasden delve into the topic of higher order thinking skills in language learning, with a focus on learning Chinese. They explore Bloom's Taxonomy and how it can be applied to language learning, and the challenges and rewards of creating in language learning. They emphasize the importance of seeking out programs that enc ... Show More
Jun 23
Crutch or Catalyst? The Truth About Pinyin
You’re reading Chinese, and there it is, pinyin over every character. It feels helpful, even comforting. But is it actually holding you back? In this episode, Jared and John explore how pinyin can become a crutch that cripples your Chinese progress and keeps you from truly master ... Show More
27m 40s
Jun 9
Starting Over in China: Chimsy’s Story of Risk, Grit, and Growth
In this episode, Jared sits down with Chimsy—marketer, meme connoisseur, and host of the China University Podcast—to dive deep into his unconventional journey from Costa Rica to China. What started as a challenge to prove a dismissive restaurant owner wrong turned into a life-cha ... Show More
49m 19s
Feb 2025
Back to Taiwan 回臺灣了│Daily routine│Feelings (Easy Taiwanese Mandarin Listening)
📣 Announcement! 📣 My NEW course 🇹🇼 Master Conversational Taiwanese Mandarin: Eating, Drinking, and Chatting is official online! This program will help you navigate Taiwan with ease, keep up with fast-paced conversations, and converse confidently with Taiwanese friends and fa ... Show More
10m 33s