

Mandarin Monkey Podcast
Mandarin Monkey
Chinese and English Language podcast. A mixed couple (Tom & Ula) living in Taiwan, teach Chinese through the use of Chinglish (Chinese and English) on a variety of topics. Learn Chinese, study methods, Entertainment, news, life, business, hints and tricks to learning Mandarin. Hear a native speaking naturally and at natural pace but with the English translation so you can follow the context of the conversation. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 10, 2019 • 39min
Repetition - 149 Mandarin Verbs
This is 149 useful Mandarin verbs. Great stuff to repeat on the way to work or in the car to look like a crazy person. It's not going to be interesting, but it will help your vocab lists grow if you listen to it a number of times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 5, 2019 • 19min
Lesson 46 - Using 白 Bái - Colour, Clear, For No Reason
Explore the fascinating meanings of 白 (bái) in Mandarin! Learn how it describes the color white, ample uses in everyday language, and idioms like 真相大白, revealing clarity. Discover how 白 can signify actions done for no reason, with phrases that illustrate wasted effort. The hosts dive into grammar nuances, such as doubling 白 and correct usage in practical situations. Wrap up with engaging examples that make these concepts stick. Perfect for anyone looking to enrich their Mandarin vocabulary!

Jan 28, 2019 • 31min
eBook Read Along #7 - Mandarin Phrase Book Walk-through (p28- FINISH) Countries & EMERGENCY
Join Ula and Tom as they wrap up their live read-along by exploring country names and crucial emergency phrases. They'll debate pronunciation nuances from France to Turkey, and reveal fascinating cultural tidbits like the origins of noodles. Emergency vocabulary takes center stage with vital phrases for calling for help, asking about medical needs, and dealing with various emergencies. They even tackle tricky distinctions for reporting incidents, ensuring listeners are well-prepared for any situation!

Jan 17, 2019 • 1h 5min
#21 - Beginners, Learning & Chat
We speak Mandarin and English. We mix it up. We use Chinglish. we Talked about learning mandarin and languages in general. We talk about movies again because we like that topic, we talk about winter vacation and summer vacation and a host of other things. We discuss the audiobook and E2. Find Out More. Become a Patron. Add us on Twitter for regular updates. Join the facebook group for some live sessions coming up. FREE Ebookhttps://mailchi.mp/b7b502e7507b/mandarinmonkeySoundCloudhttps://soundcloud.com/mandarin-monkeyPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/MandarinMonkeyTwitterhttps://twitter.com/Mandarin_MonkeyFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/MandarinMonkey/Website www.mandarinmonkey.comItuneshttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mandarin-monkey-podcast/id1430708691?mt=2WhatsApp Grouphttps://chat.whatsapp.com/3v9THVRlakx19SnSPcpcJE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 12, 2019 • 1h 25min
#20 - Dreams, Inception, Happiness and Inspiration
We talk about a whole range of topic in the one. WORTH A LISTEN. We discuss Tom's crazy dream, our inspirations, good things that happen in the world, movies and happiness. All in Mandarin and English. and Chinglish sometimes. Enjoy.Find Out More. Become a Patron. Add us on Twitter for regular updates. Join the facebook group for some live sessions coming up. FREE Ebookhttps://mailchi.mp/b7b502e7507b/mandarinmonkeySoundCloudhttps://soundcloud.com/mandarin-monkeyPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/MandarinMonkeyTwitterhttps://twitter.com/Mandarin_MonkeyFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/MandarinMonkey/Website www.mandarinmonkey.comItuneshttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mandarin-monkey-podcast/id1430708691?mt=2WhatsApp Grouphttps://chat.whatsapp.com/3v9THVRlakx19SnSPcpcJE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 10, 2019 • 1h 7min
eBook Read Along #6 - Mandarin Phrase Book Walk-through (p25-28) Directions & General
We go through the directions, general and Money sections of the phrasebook. With a bunch of help from the chat. Find Out More. Become a Patron. Add us on Twitter for regular updates. Join the facebook group for some live sessions coming up. FREE Ebookhttps://mailchi.mp/b7b502e7507b/manda...SoundCloudhttps://soundcloud.com/mandarin-monkeyPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/MandarinMonkeyTwitterhttps://twitter.com/Mandarin_MonkeyFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/MandarinMonkey/Website www.mandarinmonkey.comItuneshttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/m...WhatsApp Grouphttps://chat.whatsapp.com/3v9THVRlakx... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 7, 2019 • 57min
#19 - Pulling, Nicknames, Chinglish, Films & Swine Flu
In this episode we talk about swine flu, the words for pulling and pushing. race, ABCs, Diseases, Movies, general chit chat and a bunch of other things. Hope you enjoy. Find Out More. Become a Patron. Add us on Twitter for regular updates. Join the facebook group for some live sessions coming up. FREE Ebookhttps://mailchi.mp/b7b502e7507b/mandarinmonkeySoundCloudhttps://soundcloud.com/mandarin-monkeyPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/MandarinMonkeyTwitterhttps://twitter.com/Mandarin_MonkeyFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/MandarinMonkey/Website www.mandarinmonkey.comItuneshttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mandarin-monkey-podcast/id1430708691?mt=2WhatsApp Grouphttps://chat.whatsapp.com/3v9THVRlakx19SnSPcpcJE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 4, 2019 • 58min
EBook Read Along #5 - Mandarin Phrase Book Walk - Through (p20 - 24) Sex & Small Talk
Mandarin phrasebook walk through pg 20-24 SEX and SMALL TALKFind Out More. Become a Patron. Add us on Twitter for regular updates. Join the facebook group for some live sessions coming up. FREE Ebookhttps://mailchi.mp/b7b502e7507b/mandarinmonkeySoundCloudhttps://soundcloud.com/mandarin-monkeyPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/MandarinMonkeyTwitterhttps://twitter.com/Mandarin_MonkeyFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/MandarinMonkey/Website www.mandarinmonkey.comItuneshttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mandarin-monkey-podcast/id1430708691?mt=2WhatsApp Grouphttps://chat.whatsapp.com/3v9THVRlakx19SnSPcpcJE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 2, 2019 • 1h 4min
Podcast - #18 - Xmas, New year & Quitting our jobs
IN this podcast we discuss xmas and the new year. We talk about various vocabs surrounding those things. We also discuss Mandarin Monkey plans and what we want to achieve this year. Including quitting our day jobs. OMG.Find Out More. Become a Patron. Add us on Twitter for regular updates. Join the facebook group for some live sessions coming up. FREE Ebookhttps://mailchi.mp/b7b502e7507b/mandarinmonkeySoundCloudhttps://soundcloud.com/mandarin-monkeyPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/MandarinMonkeyTwitterhttps://twitter.com/Mandarin_MonkeyFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/MandarinMonkey/Website www.mandarinmonkey.comItuneshttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mandarin-monkey-podcast/id1430708691?mt=2WhatsApp Grouphttps://chat.whatsapp.com/3v9THVRlakx19SnSPcpcJE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 18, 2018 • 1h 17min
eBook Read Along #4 - Mandarin Phrase Book Walk-through (p16-19)
Dive into essential Mandarin vocabulary for dietary restrictions like gluten-free and vegetarian options. Explore how to comfortably explain lactose intolerance at restaurants. Discover key phrases for ordering water and understanding restaurant customs. Unpack business Mandarin, including polite expressions, job application terms, and how to ask about company revenue. Plus, enjoy a sneak peek at upcoming discussions on sex and emergencies. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their Mandarin skills!


