Newbie | The Broken Chair

Subways are one of the great conveniences of first-tier Chinese cities. If you're in Beijing or Shanghai, the subway is often your best transportation option. Of course, if you're not yet familiar with the subway system, you could find yourself on a train heading in the wrong dir ... Show More

If you know "ni hao," you're ready to start networking in the Middle Kingdom. This lesson will equip you with a few more phrases to assist in Chinese introductions. But remember: you're no one if you don't have a "name card," so have yours ready! Episode link: https://www.chinese ... Show More

It's summertime - the perfect season for a nice picnic in the park. Check out today's lesson to learn how to describe planning a picnic in Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1469 

In today's podcast, learn how to ask for a temporary capital injection, in Mandarin Chinese. If you need somebody to let you hold a few g's until payday, or slip you some skin to cover the electrical bill, this is the lesson for you. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.c ... Show More

You know how to express yourself in Chinese with grace and tact. But when you need some down-and-dirty insults, what are you going to say? Listen to this Mandarin podcast and learn the Chinese you need to let people know that you mean business! Episode link: https://www.chinesepo ... Show More

If there's anything more fun than going to court, we've never done it. In today's podcast, learn how to take 'em to the cleaners, in Mandarin Chinese! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1141 

Short answer: Yeah, probably. Most Westerners have traded squatting for sitting and standing, to the detriment of our backs and joints. Learn the benefits of a good squat -- and how you can incorporate them into your day -- in this classic episode of BrainStuff.See omnystudio.com ... Show More

Want to improve your English naturally while enjoying a great short story? 📚 This lesson is perfect for practicing listening, reading, and vocabulary! You’ll learn real-life expressions used in everyday conversations, so you can speak more fluently and understand native speakers ... Show More

This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Hindi, to improve your Hindi vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Hindi. These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Hindi language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or ... Show More

Cathay Pacific has banned a Hong Kong couple from flying with the airline following an altercation with a mainland Chinese passenger over a reclining seat. Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts, tutorials and ... Show More

Your energy introduces you before you even say a word. So how do you cultivate an aura that captivates and draws people in effortlessly? In this episode, we’re diving deep into what makes someone truly magnetic. It’s not about being the loudest in the room or forcing attention—it ... Show More

You must check out today’s podcast, it’s an absolute must! And for your own good, you must not skip any part of this episode. You must be wondering why I just said that, so let’s find out! Today, we’re talking about a small word that carries a lot of weight: must. Just four lette ... Show More