Mandarin Monkey Podcast

Dive into a thrilling episode of the Mandarin Monkey Podcast, where language learning meets fun and unpredictability! 🌟 In this special edition, hosts Ula and Tom take on the classic game of Truth or Dare, with a bilingual twist. 🇨🇳🇬🇧Ula, speaking exclusively in Mandarin, and Tom, responding in English, navigate a series of daring challenges and revealing truths. This episode isn't just a game; it's a rollercoaster of emotions, cultural exchange, and linguistic gymnastics. 🎭Whether you're a Mandarin learner, an English enthusiast, or just in for a good laugh, this episode has something for everyone. 🎧 Laugh, learn, and leap into language with us. As Ula and Tom reveal their truths and face their dares, you'll find yourself not just entertained, but also picking up phrases in both languages. 📚So, plug in your headphones and join us for an episode filled with surprises, learning, and a whole lot of fun. Who knows? You might just dare to learn a new language by the end of it! 😉

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Tom and Ula talk about the new Mandarin hangout set up coming in 2024 and how it can help you learn Mandarin faster and find a better time to make friends and level up. Diving into whether or not its the journey to fluency thats the fun bit or the fluency itself, and what fluency really means in any language. Should we enjoy the enjoy or try and get to the result as quickly as possible? All this discussed in both Mandarin Chinese and English. Enjoy!

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Ula doesn't want to read fiction. Tom want's her to try it. Can Tom convince her to read a novel? Also what does Ula's strange dream about her mother, travelling to the mountains and been caught doing something naughty in university mean? Let's find out in the Mandarin monkey podcast. Your Mandarin Chinese and English dream of a bi-lingual podcast.

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Welcome to another episode of the Mandarin Monkey podcast. Tom and Ula talk about Culture in Taiwan, Betel nuts, Laduzi, Spicy food, Lord of the Rings the musical, and Tom's birthday. ALl spoken in both Mandarin and English the entire time. Enjoy.

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Welcome to another exciting episode of Mandarin Monkey! This week, we've got a special treat for you. Join Tom, our English-speaking co-host, and Ula, our Mandarin maestro, as they dive into a smorgasbord of topics that will leave you both enlightened and entertained.Life's ups and downs: How living in Taiwan and England shapes our perspectives.The universal language of games: From board games to video games, we've got it covered.Celebrations across cultures: How do we party in the East and West?The enchanting Mid-Autumn Festival: Mooncakes, lanterns, and the mythology that lights up the night.Parenting 101: Raising children in a bilingual and bicultural environment.Gain unique insights into the cultural nuances of living in Taiwan and England.Learn Mandarin and English phrases that you can use in everyday conversations.Discover how different cultures celebrate life's milestones.Get tips on raising bilingual children.Enjoy a hearty laugh and maybe even shed a tear.

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We discuss starting to watch Peaky Blinders on Netflix finally and what Ula think about each of the accents she hears in it. Also about a msattering of other things. But all in Mandarin Chinese and English for your listening pleasure! Enjoy.

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We are officially back after the long summer holidays and on schedule for our weekly podcast. It's been trying times for everyone over the break, but the kids are back at school, the thinking cap is back on and Tom bought a super sour warhead pickle for Ula to try. All spoken in Mandarin Chinese and English for your listening pleasure.

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In this heartfelt episode of the Mandarin Monkey podcast, hosts Tom and Ula explore the resilience of the human spirit as they share their personal experiences of being struck by COVID for the second time. Uniting the English-speaking Tom with the Mandarin-speaking Ula, this dynamic duo navigates language barriers, life challenges, and the global pandemic.The episode delves into the powerful notion that learning anything in life, be it a language or overcoming adversity, requires true grit and determination. Join Tom, who speaks English but understands Mandarin, and Ula, who speaks Mandarin but understands English, as they engage in a compelling conversation that transcends cultural boundaries.From the highs and lows of battling COVID to the joy of learning a new language, this episode offers inspiring insights and real-life lessons that resonate with listeners from all walks of life.

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Tom and Ula are back! The Mandarin Monkey Podcast is back after a few weeks away and with children being at home on their summer holiday. Listen to Ula if you want to learn Mandarin Chinese. Listen to Tom if you want to learn English. Split your brain down the middle to learn both at the same time. :)

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Are you looking to enhance your Mandarin skills and interested in real-life conversations? Tune into our latest episode where we delve into the topic of Procrastination, or as we say in Mandarin - 拖延. We unpack the psychological aspects behind procrastination and discuss practical tips in Mandarin and English to help you overcome it. This episode is a perfect blend of language learning and self-improvement. Learn key Mandarin phrases, understand native speed conversations, and enrich your vocabulary related to work, productivity, and time management. Let's tackle 拖延 together while improving our Mandarin skills. Whether you're a beginner or intermediate Mandarin learner, this podcast is your perfect companion to elevate your language learning journey. Join us now! #MandarinEnglishPodcast #BilingualPodcast #LearnMandarin #ChineseLanguageLearning #OvercomingProcrastination #拖延

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