Elementary | Buying Sandals

In today's lesson, we are showing you a conversation between a grumpy bus driver and an impatient passenger. Let's check out the dialogue! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4221 

Of all the great reasons to visit Beijing, one of the simple pleasures that tops most visitors' lists is the simple "stroll through the hutongs." These twisty old Beijing alleyways are traditional, they're charming, and they're a great way to get blissfully lost in Beijing. In to ... Show More

Mobile phones can bring our significant others right into our meetings. In this lesson, you're gonna learn three sentences so that when you're about to join a meeting, or even in a meeting, you'll know what to say to your dear ones on the phone. Watch out! This lesson is designed ... Show More

Put on your walking shoes, lace up your boots, or slip on your sandals – this episode is all about footwear! We'll explore lots of vocabulary for different shoe styles, from sneakers to stilettos so that you can boost your English skills, one step at a time.   Show notes and more ... Show More

Could the shoes you’re wearing every day be the reason for foot pain, ankle issues, bunions, plantar fasciitis, knee pain or even bad posture? After years of wearing ultra-cushioned, trendy sneakers (and dealing with constant foot problems), Chalene Johnson finally took the plung ... Show More

What is the deal with the mob? Just when you think you've got it "made," they fit you with a pair of concrete galoshes and tell you to take a swim. Get organized, and listen to today's Chinese podcast about an involuntary amputation. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1131 

From Nike’s historic link to Japan all the way to today’s thick-soled fashion craze, explore sneaker trends with me in slow, clear Japanese. We compare running, trail, and street pairs; decode words like “抽選販売” and “防水”; and chat about why ASICS fit my wide feet best. Includes a ... Show More

It's that time of year when the tank tops and shorts get packed away in storage. Out come the long johns, the thick socks, and the ear muffs. Join us in today's ChinesePod lesson as we learn how to talk about winter clothing in Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepo ... Show More

Louise : Aïe ! Je viens de casser le talon de ma chaussure ! En plus j’adore cette paire… C’est naze !Julien : Ah bah oui surtout qu’on a encore pas mal de route à faire. Va falloir que tu avances pieds nus…Louise : Ou sinon, faut que je trouve un cordonnier sur le chemin… Peut-ê ... Show More

Season 3, Episode 23, week of June 12, 2022 — Summer is coming, and TopToes and Ennie are discussing the quintessential piece of summer footwear, flip flops. We asked the audience a few questions to get to know more about what our community thinks about the beginning of flip flop ... Show More

Dr Chatterjee talks to co-founder of global footwear brand, Vivobarefoot, Galahad Clark. Galahad comes from the family behind shoe-making dynasty Clarks and he explains why he set up Vivobarefoot. They discuss why it is important to allow your feet to move naturally and what impa ... Show More

The couple in this Chinese lesson are shopping for jewelry, with an unusual disregard for price. Learn how to discuss some of the specific Chinese vocabulary relating to these expensive accessories, and even find out where China's "bargain jewelry" is. Episode link: https://w ... Show More

It turns out that your choice of footwear is far more than a fashion statement. Poorly fitting shoes can lead to a variety of health issues, both in your feet and up your body. Podiatrist Nicole Nicolosi, DPM shares what to look for in shoes to keep you and your feet feeling grea ... Show More