In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with Phil, one half of the Chengdu-based Chinese language program called Mandarin Blueprint. Our conversation covers many areas of language acquisition, in both formal and informal settings, and includes a ton of useful tips for Chinese learners in particular. Phil speaks tremendous Chinese and has, with his business partner Luke, created a comprehensive program for guiding students online and in Chengdu toward mastery in Chinese.

Topics Discussed



* How Phil was the first recipient of Chengdu’s entrepreneurship visa

* The shortcomings of studying Chinese in a Chinese university

* Rapidly acquiring elite-level Chinese to pass HSK 6

* The Mandarin Blueprint ideology which Phil promotes

* The “Heisig Method”, memory palaces, and more language acquisition tricks

* Tools & resources for advancing your learning

* Phil’s daily routine for improving his Chinese



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