There is no shortage of advice on how to learn Chinese, but in this episode, hosts John and Jared not only talk about 10 common bad tips for learning Chinese, but also reframe them so you know what to do instead. Guest interview is with Dave Landis, a language enthusiast who shares his journey of learning Chinese, the role it played in his relationship with ... 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