So you want to get back into learning Chinese after taking a break. John and Jared give you tips on how to get back into...

There is no shortage of advice on how to learn a language, but in this episode, hosts John and Jared not only talk about 10...

Jared Turner and John Pasden discuss the impact of extensive reading on language learning by sharing stories from research that illustrate the impact it has...

John and Jared discuss 5 principles to optimize your note-taking for language learning to maximize your learning gains. Guest interview is with Nick Anderson, a...

What does a great tutor do differently? How often should they correct you? What should you do if you can’t afford a private tutor? John...

In June of 2023, Jared Turner delivered the keynote speech at the Swire Chinese language conference in Newcastle, England. This episode features his address discussing...

Jared and John answer listener questions about learning Chinese such as the effectiveness of extensive reading, habits for Chinese learners, tools for learning word context...

If you feel like you have a different personality in Chinese, then you’re not alone. Jared & John talk about this fascinating phenomenon on how...

China has lifted COVID restrictions and is issuing visas. It’s time to visit China! Jared and John talk about what you need to know about...

Do you ever feel like natives speak Chinese too fast? John and Jared talk about the nuances of rate of speech in listening and how...