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MaoMi Chinese is a podcast and website for Mandarin Chinese learners made by a professional Chinese teacher as well as a Chinese learner - to get the best of both perspectives. We share tips and provide listening practice for intermediate+ learners. We make your learning more enjoyable by engaging you with intercultural resources across various topics.
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Today's Episode: A name many people in China remember. In this episode of MaoMi Chinese, we gently revisit the case of Zhang Yingying and focus on the parents left behind. A quiet, serious story about loss, love, and what it means to keep going when answers never come. Membership Preview: When the news fades, the parents stay. After the Zhang Yingying case, next MaoMi Chinese+ episode looks at what happens to mothers and fathers who lose their only child in China. A quiet, heavy topic about l...
Today's Episode: A simple sentence has taken over Chinese social media: “Love you, old self. See you tomorrow.” Why does it touch so many young people? In this episode, we explore where it came from, what it really means, and why being gentle with yourself matters more than ever. Membership Preview: Why does 老 sometimes mean old, but sometimes mean experienced, close, or even cute? In next MaoMi Chinese+ episode, we unpack one small word with many meanings. You will see how 老 changes feeling ...
Today's Episode: Is “losing weight” on your 2026 resolution? In this episode of MaoMi Chinese, we talk about a new policy in Hangzhou where the city begins to manage residents’ body weight. Is it about health, control, or good habits? Let’s explore what this rule means and why it has sparked debate. Membership Preview: In next MaoMi Chinese+, we will look at real Chinese news headlines about Hangzhou’s weight management plan. We will break down simple words, read between the lines, and see ho...
Today's Episode: A nurse, a marathon champion, and a big online debate. In this episode of MaoMi Chinese, we talk about Zhang Shuihua, known as “the fastest nurse”. Why did her words after winning a marathon cause so much discussion? Where is the line between work, passion, and fairness to others? Membership Preview: Work–life balance sounds simple, but in China it’s much harder than it looks. After the story of the “fastest nurse”, this episode explores overtime culture, pressure at work, an...
Today's Episode: New year, new resolution. Or the same plans that quietly fail? In this episode of MaoMi Chinese, we talk about New Year resolutions: big ambitions, small realities, and why so many plans don’t last. From cooking at home to going to the gym, let’s discuss how to make goals that actually work. Membership Preview: Want to learn Chinese through real TV shows? In next episode of MaoMi Chinese+, we explore Chinese dramas and variety shows from 2025 that learners can actually unders...
Today's Episode: In this episode, we unpack 擦边, content that touches the line but doesn’t cross it. This is also one of the most mentioned word in China 2025! What does it mean, why is it everywhere, and why does it spark debate in China? Membership Preview: Perfect faces, perfect lives, perfect videos, and people are tired. In next MaoMi Chinese+ episode, we will explore 活人感, another 2025’s most talked-about word. Why do Chinese netizens crave “real people” online, and what does 活人感 really m...
1Today's Episode: Have you noticed that many Chinese tour groups are full of older people? In this episode, we talk about why 大爷大妈 love group travel, how time, language and safety play a role, and what this says about travel culture in China. Simple Chinese, real life, real culture. Membership Preview: Very cheap group tours can look attractive, but they often come with hidden problems. In next MaoMi Chinese+ episode, we talk about what can go wrong on low-price tours, how people feel when thi...
Today's Episode: Eating alone is becoming more popular in China. In this episode, we talk about 一人食 — what it means, why young people choose it, and why eating alone doesn’t always mean being lonely. Simple Chinese, real life, real culture. Membership Preview: How do you say “I want to be alone” in natural Chinese? In next MaoMi Chinese+ episode, you’ll learn many gentle, polite ways to say it — with simple sentences, slow explanations, and lots of examples you can actually use. Support MaoMi...
Today's Episode: Why do so many Chinese viewers love Zootopia 2 but dislike its Chinese dubbing? In this episode, we explore why celebrity voice acting often feels “not right”, why people say they “get pulled out of the story”, and what audiences really want. Let’s dive in! Membership Preview: In next MaoMi Chinese+ episode, we look at some fun and surprising Chinese translations of famous films, and explore the culture, humour, and history behind them. If you’ve ever wondered why titles chan...
Today's Episode: Discover how a young woman from the UK fell head-over-heels for Chinese food and became one of its greatest storytellers. In this episode, meet Fuchsia Dunlop — the first foreigner to train at a Sichuan chef school, and explore her delicious journey into Chinese cuisine. Membership Preview: Discover China’s breakfast culture with next MaoMi Chinese+ episode! From hot, filling meals in the north to soft, light dishes in the south, and unique local specialties in every city. Le...
Today's Episode: Blind boxes are one of the hottest trends in China. What’s the secret behind their charm? Let’s talk about the excitement, the collecting culture, the social side, and why some people can’t stop buying them. Fun or a waste of money? Membership Preview: In next MaoMi Chinese+ episode, we open another kind of “blind box” — words with 盲. What do they really mean? How do Chinese people use them? You’ll get clear explanations, natural examples, and speaking practice to help you re...
Today's Episode: On today’s episode of MaoMi Chinese, let’s meet Xuanxuan, a shy young woman with a huge heart. She boldly asks strangers at weddings if she can take their leftovers… and brings them home to feed 120 stray cats! A story of courage, kindness, and a little chaos. Today’s episode is sponsored by Maayot Chinese, a graded Chinese reading platform packed with many helpful features. Explore it and find out more! Membership Preview: Want to know why cats and dogs are taking over Chine...
Today's Episode: A Tibetan boy from a small town became famous across China — all because of one smile. In this episode, discover who Ding Zhen is, why people loved him, and why some later criticised him. A story about fame, purity, and being yourself. Today’s episode is sponsored by Maayot Chinese, a graded Chinese reading platform packed with many helpful features. Explore it and find out more! Membership Preview: A smile made Ding Zhen famous across China, but what does his story tell us a...
Today's Episode: Where do Chinese people love to move to — and why? 🌏 In this episode, we’ll explore the top countries Chinese immigrants choose, and uncover what draws them there — education, lifestyle, or just the dream of a new world. Today’s episode is sponsored by Maayot Chinese, a graded Chinese reading platform packed with many helpful features. Explore it and find out more! Membership Preview: Ever wondered what it takes to get a Chinese Green Card? 🇨🇳 In next MaoMi Chinese+ episode, ...
Today's Episode: Have you ever seen a barbecue restaurant using corn as fuel? 🌽🔥 In today’s episode of MaoMi Chinese, we will talk about a viral story from China — how a creative idea sparked a huge online debate about waste, food, and innovation! Today’s episode is sponsored by Maayot Chinese, a graded Chinese reading platform packed with many helpful features. Explore it and find out more! Membership Preview: Want to learn fun internet slang in Chinese? 😎 In next MaoMi Chinese+ episode, we ...
Today's Episode: Ever felt rushed to check out before noon? In this episode, we talk about a hotel in Wuhan that lets guests stay a full 24 hours. No matter when they check in! A small change that’s making big waves online. Would you pay more for extra rest? Today’s episode is sponsored by Maayot Chinese, a graded Chinese reading platform packed with many helpful features. Explore it and find out more! Membership Preview: Planning a trip to China but not sure where to stay? In next episode of...
Today's Episode: During China’s Golden Week, many young travellers skipped pricey hotels and slept in tents instead — not in the wild, but near train stations and tourist spots! In this episode, discover why more young people in China are choosing tents over comfort during the holidays. Today’s episode is sponsored by Maayot Chinese, a graded Chinese reading platform packed with many helpful features. Explore it and find out more! Membership Preview: Ever wondered how some travellers explore ...
Today's Episode: Meet Jingdezhen’s “Chicken Cutlet Brother”, a cheerful street vendor whose warm smile and funny words turned him into an online sensation. Discover how one man selling fried chicken brought new life to his hometown and made everyone fall in love with his spirit. Today’s episode is sponsored by Maayot Chinese, a graded Chinese reading platform packed with many helpful features. Explore it and find out more! Membership Preview: Discover the secret behind Jingdezhen’s Chicken Cu...
Today's Episode: What does it mean to be a “rat person”? 🐀 In China, more and more young people call themselves lǎoshǔ rén—night owls who avoid socialising and “lie flat” to escape pressure. In this episode, discover why this trend is growing and what it tells us about youth today. Today’s episode is sponsored by Maayot Chinese, a graded Chinese reading platform packed with many helpful features. Explore it and find out more! Membership Preview: Ever wondered why “老鼠” appears in Chinese idiom...
Today's Episode: In China, famous restaurant chain XiBei has sparked heated debate. Many say their dishes are “pre-made food” instead of freshly cooked. Why are people upset? Is pre-made food always bad, or just bad when it’s pricey? Let’s dive into this hot topic! Today’s episode is sponsored by Maayot Chinese, a graded Chinese reading platform packed with many helpful features. Explore it and find out more! Membership Preview: After “pre-made food” heated debates, Chinese netizens now joke ...
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