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Oct 30
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Is This Normal or Are We Just Weird?

MANDARIN MONKEY
About this episode

Is this normal, weird, or completely unacceptable?


We put 20 things and behaviours to the test, and some of our answers might surprise you!


From wearing the same underwear two days in a row and talking to yourself to little white lies, awkward social situations and secret habits, Ula and Tom share their opinions, funny stories and unexpected confessions.


Join us for a relaxed Mandarin-English conversation and see how many of these things you do too!


Want to improve your Mandarin through real conversations?

Join us at mandarinmonkey.com for lessons, speaking practice, flashcards and more!

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