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Nov 2024
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#381 - Electrical Fire | Mandarin and En...

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In this episode, Tom and Ula Cain take you on a hilarious journey through the chaos of moving into their new home. From a wardrobe that refused to cooperate to an almost-electrical fire that cost a whopping $500 to fix, they’re sharing it all—with plenty of Chinglish banter along the way!

Whether you’re learning Mandarin or just love a good bilingual chat, this episode is packed with fun stories, useful vocab, and a reminder that even disasters can be funny (after the smoke clears). Perfect for Mandarin learners and fans of Chinglish life moments!

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