Two White Chicks in China: Live in China | Learn Chinese | Make Money in Asia | Shenzhen

Today’s question comes from Ashley, who asks us how we managed to learn Chinese. If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact: From zero skyscrapers in 1978 to 283, how Shenzhen got put on the map.Hollie’s news: Thousands hunt for mysterious creature, hearing dragon’s humming. The Mistakes We Made: 1. 1 word = 1 Chinese character 2. Saying things too slowly 3. Trying to translate from English 4. Ignoring Chinese characters / trying to memorize by writing them over and over again 5. Being worried about speaking and understanding 6. Sticking to comfortable environments 7. Avoiding communicating until I’ve studied more Our word of the episode is ‘study’ 学习 (xué xí) You can support us on Patreon!Check out our new Chinese character course.If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online DictionarySend us a Voicemail!Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Episode Length 00:59:11 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct downloadListen and subscribe on Apple PodcastsOr download to your Android device using Podbean.If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review wherever you’re listening!Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below! Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC145 – All the Ridiculous Mistakes We’ve Made Trying to Learn Chinese, Episode 145 appeared first on Written Chinese.

Today’s question comes from Mike. He asks, ‘Is it common for Chinese families not to tell a loved one that they have cancer?’ If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact: An update with some actual concrete info regarding China’s latest visa expert policies.Hollie’s news: Hebei farmer has spent 17 years growing trees into chairs.We discuss some of the themes of The Farewell, also known as 别告诉她 (bié gào su tā) ‘Don’t Tell Her’, including:individualism vs collectivismhow cancer and death is dealt with in China and Chinese familiesthe ethics of lyingthe doctor’s dilemmaListen to our episode on honoring the dead in ChinaOur word of the episode is ‘don’t’ 别 (bié) You can now support us on Patreon!Check out our new Chinese character course.If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online DictionarySend us a Voicemail!Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Episode Length 00:46:08 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct downloadListen and subscribe on Apple PodcastsOr download to your Android device using Podbean.If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review wherever you’re listening!Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below! Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC144 – The Farewell, Episode 144 appeared first on Written Chinese.

Today’s question comes from William. He asks, ‘What’s a typical Chinese wedding ceremony like, and is it different for weddings between foreigners and Chinese?’ If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact: Fun Taobao StatsHollie’s news: New Craze over Headphone Wire Waist Challenge A ‘typical’ Chinese weddingChris’s wedding in AustraliaFollow Chris on Instagram @chrisedwards_au.Listen to the previous episodes with Chris:TWCC09 – Meeting the Chinese-in-lawsTWCC24 – Chinese EtiquetteThe 6 Etiquettes of a Traditional Chinese Wedding CeremonyChris’s Wedding Song: Our word of the episode is ‘wedding’ 婚礼 (hūn lǐ) You can now support us on Patreon!Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links)If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online DictionarySend us a Voicemail!Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Episode Length 00:34:12 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct downloadListen and subscribe on Apple PodcastsOr download to your Android device using Podbean.Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here.If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review wherever you’re listening!Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below! Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC143 – Your Chinese Wedding, Episode 143 appeared first on Written Chinese.

Today’s question comes from Melissa. She asks, ‘How do you bake in China without an oven?’ If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact about China: Chinese Woman Drops in on Work Colleagues from a Height of 300 MetresHollie’s news: Woman discovers hidden camera inside Uniqlo dressing room in Shenzhen Christmas and Thanksgiving dinners using the toaster ovenBaking cakes and breadMaking stock for soups, homemade hummus, salsa, etcMaking ‘taco’ and fajita mixLack of DIY culture in ChinaHandicrafts emerging slowlyThe emergence of ‘Maker’ movementMost people don’t even have a toolbox at home Our word of the episode is ‘oven’ 烤箱 (kǎo xiāng) You can now support us on Patreon!Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links)If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online DictionarySend us a Voicemail!Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Episode Length 00:30:49 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct downloadListen and subscribe on Apple PodcastsOr download to your Android device using Podbean.Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here.If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review wherever you’re listening!Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below! Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC142 – Bread and Cake When There are No Ovens to be Found, Episode 142 appeared first on Written Chinese.

Today’s question comes from Charmaine. She asks, do young Chinese people still spend money on luxury brands? Or are they spending more on travelling? If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact about China: What China’s Arcade-Game Obsession Says About the Future of Retail GamificationHollie’s news: Jiangsu driver fails breathalyzer test after eating durianWhat young and married Chinese spend money onLuxury shoppers in ChinaChina’s hard-working millennials see luxury as their rewardYoung couples with childrenOur word of the week is ‘to spend money’ 花钱 (huā qián)You can now support us on Patreon!Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links)If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online DictionarySend us a Voicemail!Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Episode Length 00:28:47 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct downloadListen and subscribe on Apple PodcastsOr download to your Android device using Podbean.Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here.If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review wherever you’re listening!Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below! Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC141 – Money Spending Habits in China, Episode 141 appeared first on Written Chinese.

Today’s question comes from Christian. He asks, What Western products do you miss from home? What do you usually bring back to China from home when you go? If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact about China: Luckin’ Coffee’s IPO ‘ The Starbucks of China’Hollie’s news: Taiwanese man swallows Airpod while sleeping, still uses it after pooping it back outA few things we bring back to China Our word of the week is ‘product’ 产品 (chǎn pǐn)You can now support us on Patreon!Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links)If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online DictionarySend us a Voicemail!Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Episode Length 00:28:47 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct downloadListen and subscribe on Apple PodcastsOr download to your Android device using Podbean.Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here.If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review wherever you’re listening!Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below! Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC140 – Things You Still Can’t Get in China, Episode 140 appeared first on Written Chinese.

This week, our question comes from Donna, who asked us what it’s like to live in a city during the hot months. If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact about China: Another Tesla spontaneously combusts, this time in ChinaHollie’s news: Would You Wait in Line with 7,000 People for Dinner?!Learn more about China’s Three FurnacesTop 10 Furnace Cities in ChinaHow people stay cool in citiesAncient China Ways to Keep CoolAll about FAN DEATHOur word of the week is ‘air conditioning’ 空调 (kōng tiáo)You can now support us on Patreon!Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links)If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show Written Chinese is our sponsorTo learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online DictionarySend us a Voicemail!Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Episode Length 00:49:01 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct downloadListen and subscribe on Apple PodcastsOr download to your Android device using Podbean.Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here.If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review wherever you’re listening!Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below! Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC139 – China’s Furnace Cities, Episode 139 appeared first on Written Chinese.

This week, Nora and Hollie get on a call to catch up during the novel coronavirus outbreak in China. If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… What Shenzhen looks like during the virusRestrictions and rulesSome myths about the coronavirusHow people feel about the virus in the U.S. and small-town AmericaThank you for everyone who has supported us and we really appreciate everyone for staying subscribed.You can support us on Patreon!Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links)If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show Written Chinese is our sponsorTo learn Chinese, try out our Online Dictionary.Send us a Voicemail!Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Episode Length 00:37:10 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct downloadListen and subscribe on Apple PodcastsOr download to your Android device using Podbean.Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here.If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review wherever you’re listening!Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below! Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post BONUS EPISODE 3 – COVID-19 Coronavirus: Inside China and Out, Bonus 3 appeared first on Written Chinese.

This week, well…join us for some background madness whilst we come clean about what on earth has been going on for the last 7 months… If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… What the heck happened!Thank you for everyone who has supported us and we really appreciate everyone for staying subscribed.You can support us on Patreon!Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links)If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show Written Chinese is our sponsorTo learn Chinese, try out our Online Dictionary.Send us a Voicemail!Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Episode Length 00:10:03 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct downloadListen and subscribe on Apple PodcastsOr download to your Android device using Podbean.Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here.If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review wherever you’re listening!Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below! Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post BONUS EPISODE 2 – WHAT HAPPENED…, Bonus 2 appeared first on Written Chinese.

This week, our topic comes from Kathy, who asks us about the preferred accent in China. If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Easy to read little facts about Chinese culture that Nora mentionedHollie’s news: Shareable makeup booths are now a thing in ChinaDifference between dialect and accentThe Beijing accentFocusing on pronunciation when learning ChineseCheck out MandarinHQ to perfect your accentOur word of the week is ‘accent’ 口音 (kǒu yin)You can now support us on Patreon!Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links)DON’T FORGET TO CLAIM YOUR FREE WRITTEN CHINESE DICTIONARY FLASHCARDS! Use the promo code ‘twowhitechicks’ for your free set of dating flashcards. Read these instructions to claim your Chinese flashcards!If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show Written Chinese is our sponsorTo learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online Dictionary, or alternatively, you can check out our Written Chinese Dictionary app!Send us a Voicemail!Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Episode Length 00:36:33 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct downloadListen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast player for free!Or download to your Android device using StitcherDownload the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here.If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review on Apple Podcasts!Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below! Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC138 – What’s the Sexiest Chinese Accent?, Episode 138 appeared first on Written Chinese.

This week, our topic has been influenced by several questions relating to having families in China. If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact about China: China Creates World’s First Gene-edited Babies Hollie’s news:  Hundreds of runners caught cheating at Shenzhen half-marathon by taking shortcut through bushes Sex Education in China Teen pregnancies Fertility and IVF TCM and fertility  Family pressure and DINK couples “Fertility desire“ Our word of the week is ‘child’ 孩子 (hái zi) You can now support us on Patreon! Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links) DON’T FORGET TO CLAIM YOUR FREE WRITTEN CHINESE DICTIONARY FLASHCARDS! Use the promo code ‘twowhitechicks’ for your free set of dating flashcards. Read these instructions to claim your Chinese flashcards! If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show Written Chinese is our sponsor To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online Dictionary, or alternatively, you can check out our Written Chinese Dictionary app! Send us a Voicemail! Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Support us on Patreon! Episode Length 00:49:23 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct download iTunes: Listen and subscribe on iTunes for free! Or download to your Android device using Stitcher Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review on iTunes! Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below! Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC137 – Sex Ed, Fertility, and IVF, Episode 137 appeared first on Written Chinese.

This week, our topic comes from Taylor, who asks us about a work-life balance in China and what the average workweek is like. If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact about China: China Creates World’s First Gene-edited Babies Hollie’s news:  China’s first driverless taxis are now being tested out!  The 996 average work week Hard work and long hours compared with the West Foreigners work/life balance in China China Will Have a 4-day Workweek by 2030 Our word of the week is ‘to balance’ 兼顾 (jiān gù) You can now support us on Patreon! Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links) DON’T FORGET TO CLAIM YOUR FREE WRITTEN CHINESE DICTIONARY FLASHCARDS! Use the promo code ‘twowhitechicks’ for your free set of dating flashcards. Read these instructions to claim your Chinese flashcards! If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show Written Chinese is our sponsor To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online Dictionary, or alternatively, you can check out our Written Chinese Dictionary app! Send us a Voicemail! Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Support us on Patreon! Episode Length 00:46:09 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct download iTunes: Listen and subscribe on iTunes for free! Or download to your Android device using Stitcher Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review on iTunes! Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below! Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC136 – China’s Work-Life Balance, Episode 136 appeared first on Written Chinese.

This week, our topic comes from Antonina, who asks us about charities and NGOs in China. If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Hollie’s news: Woman Eats Instant Ramen for 3 Weeks to Save up For Singles Day We interview Ronny, a local businessman and chairman of the charity, A Heart For China A Heart for China official WeChat account ID: AHFC Visit Chestnut 1984 if you’re in Shenzhen! Our word of the week is ‘charity’ 慈善机构 (cí shàn jī gòu) You can now support us on Patreon! Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links) DON’T FORGET TO CLAIM YOUR FREE WRITTEN CHINESE DICTIONARY FLASHCARDS! Use the promo code ‘twowhitechicks’ for your free set of dating flashcards. Read these instructions to claim your Chinese flashcards! If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show Written Chinese is our sponsor To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online Dictionary, or alternatively, you can check out our Written Chinese Dictionary app! Send us a Voicemail! Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Support us on Patreon! Episode Length 00:25:25 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct download iTunes: Listen and subscribe on iTunes for free! Or download to your Android device using Stitcher Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review on iTunes! Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below!   Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC135 – The Charity and NGO Scene in China, Episode 135 appeared first on Written Chinese.

This week, our topic comes from Hannah, who asks us about culture shock and how to overcome it in China. If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact about China: The World’s Largest Airport opening in Beijing Hollie’s news: “Flaunt Your Wealth” Challenge goes viral in China Some things that might cause “culture shock” in China Ways we’ve overcome some daily ‘aggravations’ How to just get on with it Our word of the week is ‘culture shock’ 文化冲击 (wén huà chōng jī) You can now support us on Patreon! Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links) DON’T FORGET TO CLAIM YOUR FREE WRITTEN CHINESE DICTIONARY FLASHCARDS! Use the promo code ‘twowhitechicks’ for your free set of dating flashcards. Read these instructions to claim your Chinese flashcards! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show Written Chinese is our sponsor To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online Dictionary, or alternatively, you can check out our Written Chinese Dictionary app! Send us a Voicemail! Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Support us on Patreon! Episode Length 00:38:38 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct download iTunes: Listen and subscribe on iTunes for free! Or download to your Android device using Stitcher Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review on iTunes! Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below!   Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC134 – An Insider’s Guide to Culture Shock, Episode 134 appeared first on Written Chinese.

This week, our topic comes from Edward, who asks us about sports in China. If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact about China: For the love of Durian! Naked woman statue has nudity restored after being covered up Football and the World Cup in China Basketball and its history Popular sports in modern China Ancient Chinese sports There’s lots to read about on Wikipedia’s Sport in China page Our word of the week is ‘competition’ 比赛 (bǐ sài) You can now support us on Patreon! Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links) DON’T FORGET TO CLAIM YOUR FREE WRITTEN CHINESE DICTIONARY FLASHCARDS! Use the promo code ‘twowhitechicks’ for your free set of dating flashcards. Read these instructions to claim your Chinese flashcards! If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show Written Chinese is our sponsor To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online Dictionary. Send us a Voicemail! Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Support us on Patreon! Episode Length 00:33:02 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct download iTunes: Listen and subscribe on iTunes for free! Or download to your Android device using Stitcher Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review on iTunes! Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below! Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC133 – Ancient and Modern Chinese Sports, Episode 133 appeared first on Written Chinese.

This week, our topic comes from Cathy, who asks us to talk about apartments in China and how they differ from homes in the West. If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact: Chinese to live longer than Americans by 2040 Shenzhen’s light show:   Times for the show Shenzhen becomes national forest city Dormitories and shared living Chinese ‘walkups’ and traditional Chinese apartments ‘Wealthy’ Chinese homes Appliances and alternatives Our word of the week is ‘fridge’ 冰箱 (bīng xiāng) You can now support us on Patreon! Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links) DON’T FORGET TO CLAIM YOUR FREE WRITTEN CHINESE DICTIONARY FLASHCARDS! Use the promo code ‘twowhitechicks’ for your free set of dating flashcards. Read these instructions to claim your Chinese flashcards! If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show Written Chinese is our sponsor To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online Dictionary, or alternatively, you can check out our Written Chinese Dictionary app! Send us a Voicemail! Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Support us on Patreon! Episode Length 01:05:53 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct download iTunes: Listen and subscribe on iTunes for free! Or download to your Android device using Stitcher Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review on iTunes! Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below!   Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC132 – Chinese vs. Western Homes, Episode 132 appeared first on Written Chinese.

This week, our topic comes from Christian, who asks us to discuss ‘cell phone addiction’ in China after watching this video. If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact about Jaywalkers in Shenzhen now Under Surveillance Chinese fugitive turns himself in after 26 years because he can’t afford medical bills Some info on ‘internet addiction’ Most internet addicted countries Hong Kong and its cell phone ‘addiction’ ‘Addiction’ boot camps Other instances of the dangers of cell phone use Our word of the week is ‘addiction’ 成瘾 (chéng yǐn) You can now support us on Patreon! Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links) DON’T FORGET TO CLAIM YOUR FREE WRITTEN CHINESE DICTIONARY FLASHCARDS! Use the promo code ‘twowhitechicks’ for your free set of dating flashcards. Read these instructions to claim your Chinese flashcards! If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show Written Chinese is our sponsor To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online Dictionary, or alternatively, you can check out our Written Chinese Dictionary app! Send us a Voicemail! Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Support us on Patreon! Episode Length 00:30:01 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct download iTunes: Listen and subscribe on iTunes for free! Or download to your Android device using Stitcher Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review on iTunes! Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below!   Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC131 – Electronic Opium, Episode 131 appeared first on Written Chinese.

This week our question comes from Sondor, who asks us “Can you help me find a western style pub in Meizhou, Guangdong?” If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact about live streaming on Taobao First foreign smoker fined in Shenzhen Sondor’s Question Lyvia’s Blog about visiting Meizhou, her Grandpa’s birthplace Some basic stuff about Meizhou The Hakka language Listen to a Hakka conversation, listen to a comparison between Mandarin, Cantonese and Hakka Hakka folk music Hakka Cuisine Hakka Walled Villages Famous Hakka people Our word of the week is ‘Hakka’ 客家 (kè jiā) You can now support us on Patreon! Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links) DON’T FORGET TO CLAIM YOUR FREE WRITTEN CHINESE DICTIONARY FLASHCARDS! Use the promo code ‘twowhitechicks’ for your free set of dating flashcards. Read these instructions to claim your Chinese flashcards! If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show Written Chinese is our sponsor To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online Dictionary, or alternatively, you can check out our Written Chinese Dictionary app! Send us a Voicemail! Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Support us on Patreon! Episode Length 00:39:45 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct download iTunes: Listen and subscribe on iTunes for free! Or download to your Android device using Stitcher Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review on iTunes! Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below!   Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC130 – What is Hakka Han?, Episode 130 appeared first on Written Chinese.

This week, our question comes from Lisa, who asks us “How do I send money home to the UK, and can I open a bank account in China?” If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Nora’s fact about the Chinese Turtle-smuggling Flight Attendants Chinese peeping Tom installed secret cameras to film couples in love hotels and sell footage online Some sending money home options Untried methods Opening a bank account in Hong Kong Opening a bank account in China Paying tax on income if you’re ‘Merican Our word of the week is ‘bank’ 银行 (yín háng) You can now support us on Patreon! Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links) DON’T FORGET TO CLAIM YOUR FREE WRITTEN CHINESE DICTIONARY FLASHCARDS! Use the promo code ‘twowhitechicks’ for your free set of dating flashcards. Read these instructions to claim your Chinese flashcards! If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show Written Chinese is our sponsor To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online Dictionary, or alternatively, you can check out our Written Chinese Dictionary app! Send us a Voicemail! Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Support us on Patreon! Episode Length 00:40:43 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct download iTunes: Listen and subscribe on iTunes for free! Or download to your Android device using Stitcher Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review on iTunes! Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below!   Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC129 – On Taxes, Banking, and Sending Money Back Home, Episode 129 appeared first on Written Chinese.

This week, we interview Patrice, who we met up with after she arrived in Shenzhen, China! If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode, We Talk About… Find out how to apply for visa free entry to Hainan Visa Nora’s fact about the new grocery chain created by Jack Ma Permanent Number: Chinese Mother Tattoos Phone Number on Son’s Arm, Strikes through Old One Patrice introduces herself Coming to China with her cats Her expectations of China and how it’s been different Patrice’s article about bringing her cats to China Listen to Patrice’s podcast Language Nerds Do Earth! Our word of the week is ‘animal’ 动物 (dòng wù) You can now support us on Patreon! Check out our new ‘Ultimate Packing List for China‘ (contains affiliate links) DON’T FORGET TO CLAIM YOUR FREE WRITTEN CHINESE DICTIONARY FLASHCARDS! Use the promo code ‘twowhitechicks’ for your free set of dating flashcards. Read these instructions to claim your Chinese flashcards! If you have a question for us, please send us a voicemail or leave us a message below! People and Companies We Mentioned in the Show Written Chinese is our sponsor To learn more Chinese words, you can try out our Online Dictionary, or alternatively, you can check out our Written Chinese Dictionary app! Send us a Voicemail! Visit us and give us a ‘like’ on our Two White Chicks Facebook page! Support us on Patreon! Episode Length 00:25:09 Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for our next topic and another question from one of our listeners! If you want to ask us a question you can Send us a Voicemail! Download Options Direct Download: Right-click here and click “Save As” for a direct download iTunes: Listen and subscribe on iTunes for free! Or download to your Android device using Stitcher Download the Chinese app 荔枝FM (Lizhi FM) and search for Two White Chicks in China or FM854237. Follow the instructions for using Lizhi here. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a positive review on iTunes! Alternatively, you can leave us a comment below!   Thanks for listening, guys! – Hollie & Nora The post TWCC128 – Listener Spotlight #1: Patrice Has Moved to China, Episode 128 appeared first on Written Chinese.