Oct 7

Intermediate | Networking Event

What young professional can resist a networking event? Well, it might be a bit easier to resist if you have no clue what to say to meet people. In this Chinese lesson, learn how to chat up another professional and make some of those all-important human connections. Episode link: ... Show More

18m 8s

Oct 5

Upper-intermediate | Activities on Douban

Facebook is blocked in China, so it's not used by most Chinese for socializing and organizing events. For organizing events, especially for the young Chinese artsy crowd, the place to go is Douban. Here you can find information on events as well as book reviews, movie reviews and ... Show More

14m 49s

Oct 2

Intermediate | Airport Check-In Problems

In this Chinese lesson we join our ill-fated hero at the airport check-in desk. He's battling airport regulations and not doing so well. This could be you, so if you're one of those slightly more "complicated" passengers, this lesson might be just what you need. Episode link: htt ... Show More

17m 13s

Mar 2025

Slow English Podcast With Video #27 Wedding

Hello everyone! Welcome to ‘Easy English with Emilie.’ I’m Emilie, and in this podcast, I help you learn simple English for everyday life.Today, we will talk about weddings! Weddings are special events where two people get married and celebrate with their families and f ... Show More

8m 25s

Apr 2024

Newbie | I'm Married

Dandy, aren’t we? With that custom-made suit you got made here, you’re bound to turn some heads. In this podcast, ward off a wandering eye and learn to say you are married, in Mandarin Chinese. Ahem…your spouse did ask us to teach you how to speak about being spoken for. Episo ... Show More

12m 13s

Dec 2022

364 - Get Married in Chinese with ShaoLan and Co-Founder, President & COO Lea Tarnowski from Averon

Learn how to say “get married,” “wedding” and “propose” in Chinese along with Lea Tarnowski, who celebrated her marriage in 3 different countries! ShaoLan also shares some fascinating insights into the role that marriage plays in Chinese society and some of the traditions associa ... Show More

10m 56s

Aug 2025

Elementary | Asking about What to Wear

So you've gotten the invitation to the big event, and you're eager to make a good impression, but one key question lingers: what should you wear?? In today's Chinese lesson, learn how to ask this key question, as well as some of the most likely (culturally appropriate) answers. E ... Show More

18m 38s

May 2024

Elementary | Happiness Candy

Have you ever been on the receiving or giving end of 'Happiness Candy'? In today's lesson you'll learn how to congratulate newlyweds in Mandarin, and also get to know when people are asking subtle personal questions about your marital status. So without further ... Show More

16m 49s

May 2026

Lesson 037. Chinese Holidays and Vacation.

What holidays are there in China and what people do during those holidays? Learn such expressions as have a nice a holiday! Have a nice weekend! Middle Autumn Festival and moon cakes, Chinese New Year and Dragon Boat Festival. Learn all about these traditional Chinese holidays an ... Show More

28m 34s

Mar 2025

Slow English Podcast With Video #26 Shopping

Hello everyone! Welcome to ‘Easy English with Emilie.’ I’m Emilie, and in this podcast, I help you learn simple English for everyday life.Today, we will talk about weddings! Have you ever been to a wedding? Weddings are happy celebrations with family and friends. You ca ... Show More

7m 44s

Jan 2025

Elementary | Dinner with Friends

The Chinese terms for various relatives are a bit complicated. But don't worry, ChinesePod is here to help you learn them! In today's Mandarin lesson, start talking about your sons, daughters and other family members. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1293

17m 11s

Intermediate | Chinese Wedding Customs