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May 2024
17m 41s

Intermediate | Counterfeit Money

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You thought that picture of Mao was a little too handsome... the bill a little too clean... the shiny bits just a little too shiny. Oh if only there were a battery of tests to put your cash through. Oh, right... there is. Listen to this podcast and learn a few Chinese words, and a few Chinese tricks, to make sure your bills are the real deal. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1020

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