Learn Taiwanese Mandarin
Learn Taiwanese Mandarin 是一個針對中高級學習者的中文播客。從第四集開始，節目全程使用中文，遇到較難的詞彙時，會用較慢且簡單的中文解釋。除了語言學習，你也會學到一些關於台灣的文化知識。隨著更多集數推出，主持人也會教你一些實用的台語/閩南語。跟我一起用中文學習中文吧！
单集
175. 適合學中文的電視節目：換個爸媽過幾天
Sharing a funny childhood story about swapping families and introduce the Taiwanese reality show 《換個爸媽過幾天》. Learn how teenagers experience different family rules and lifestyles while improving your listening skills with natural Taiwanese Mandarin!Episode page: https://lear-taiwanese-mandarin.webnode.tw/%e9%9f%b3%e9%a0%bb/Maayot: https://www.maayot.com
174. Dialogue Boost(9): 和男友一起玩遊戲
A fun dialogue about gaming with your partner, plus useful everyday Taiwanese Mandarin expressions.Episode page: https://lear-taiwanese-mandarin.webnode.tw/l/174-dialogue-boost-9/Maayot: https://www.maayot.com Watch it on Youtube:https://youtu.be/pQ8SeZUGrqMTimestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction-(00:01:49) Dialogue-(00:03:13) Explanation-(00:18:09) V
173. 武嶺 Wuling: Taiwan's Highest Road
Let's explore Wuling, a famous mountain in Taiwan, and learn about its scenery, sunrise, snow, and cycling culture.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/KER0d9Maayot: https://www.maayot.com Watch it on Youtube:https://youtu.be/cZ3S6RMkqYETimestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction-(00:01:58) Main Content-(00:16:44) Vocabulary Review
172. 你也愛看AI短劇嗎?
Why are AI short dramas so addictive? Let's talk about their appeal, clichés, and why we just can't stop watching!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/jVrajnMaayot: https://www.maayot.com Watch it on Youtube: https://youtu.be/CEsRSlUwlsATimestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction-(00:01:38) Main Content-(00:17:48) Vocabulary Review
171. [科學]你的腦袋裡有畫面嗎| Aphantasia and Hyperphantasia
Can you see pictures in your mind? Let’s talk about aphantasia and hyperphantasia.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/WzNe6xMaayot: https://www.maayot.com Watch it on Youtube: https://youtu.be/Y1qGEF7zWIkTimestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction-(00:00:42) Main Content-(00:17:41) Vocabulary ReviewSupport the Show.
170. 隨便說說：結婚後生活的改變
Rambling about the little changes, surprises, and realities of life after getting married—and learning useful everyday expressions along the way.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/OQMbMyMaayot: https://www.maayot.com Watch it on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NW5g0SHIgyITimestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction-(00:01:48) Change 1-(00:07:47) Change 2-(00:1
169. 新聞：前男友燒肉店 The “Ex-Boyfriend” BBQ Restaurant
Sharing a viral story from Taiwan's social media about a Tokyo BBQ restaurant nicknamed the "Ex-Boyfriend BBQ." Learn the story and useful Taiwanese Chinese vocabulary along the way.Episode page: https://reurl.cc/AX0mvpMaayot: https://www.maayot.com Timestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction-(00:02:31) News Clip-(00:03:23) Explanation-(00:18:21) Voc
168. 茶(Tea):History told by the word
Talking about tea, the history behind its name, and the trade routes that carried it around the world.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/yW6EgEMaayot: https://www.maayot.com Timestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction-(00:02:38) Explanation-(00:10:56) Vocabulary ReviewSupport the Show.Become a member an
167. Dialogue Boost (8) 自己做早餐
Learn everyday Chinese through a breakfast conversation, useful expressions, Taiwanese breakfast culture, and practical vocabulary for daily life.Episode page: https://reurl.cc/GgmkAdMaayot: https://www.maayot.com Timestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction-(00:01:32) Dialogue-(00:02:44) Explanation-(00:19:30) Vocabulary ReviewSupport t
166. 教書這件事 The Good, the Bad, and the Heartwarming
What is it like to be a teacher in Taiwan? Join me as I share funny, challenging, and heartwarming stories from the classroom.Episode page: https://reurl.cc/QN9pW0Maayot: https://www.maayot.com Timestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction-(00:01:02) My Background-(00:03:50) Story 1: The Two Red Lines Absence Note-(00:06:12) Story 2: Keeping Students Busy-(00:12:08) Story
165. 文學:《臺灣漫遊錄》
Introducing Taiwan Travelogue, the recent International Booker Prize winner, and my reflections on reading it.Episode page: https://reurl.cc/mpQ5O9Maayot: https://www.maayot.com Timestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction-(00:01:38) The Story-(00:13:05) The Author-(00:18:27) Vocabulary ReviewSupport the Show.Bec
164. 我和我的花
In this episode, I share my flower-growing experiences, funny plant failures, related vocabulary and idioms, and the life lessons I learned from taking care of plants. "Slow growth can still be meaningful growth."Episode page: https://reurl.cc/epZO0LMaayot: https://www.maayot.com Timestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction-(00:21:13) Vocabulary Review
163. 前幾個月的生活＋結婚、度蜜月
I'm back! In this episode, I share life updates—moving into a new home, getting married, and my honeymoon in Okinawa.Episode page: https://reurl.cc/A9Xe0pMaayot: https://www.maayot.com Timestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction-(00:03:06) Topic 1: Moving into my new house-(00:13:41) Topic 2: My Wedding+ Honeymoon-(00:20:38) Topic 3: Sharing Letters From Audiences-(00:31:5
162. 「中文怪物」--測驗你的中文能力的節目！
A popular show in Taiwan, "Chinese Monster," tests how well people really know Chinese. In this episode, Chiayu shares some tricky questions from the show and explains funny slang, idioms, and wordplay that even native speakers get wrong.中文怪物：https://youtu.be/BcoIR7z9yxE?si=MU71qLzznJmR7i4vEpisode page: https://reurl.cc/pYO7bQMaayot: https://www.maayot.comTim
161. 新聞：習近平和普丁的150歲對話
Xi and Putin caught on mic—talking not about war, but immortality. What happens when Xi and Putin chat about living to 150? In this episode, we explore their viral conversation, leaders' obsession with immortality, and teach key Mandarin words along the way.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/A3YNy8Maayot: https://www.maayot.comTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening+ Story-(00:10:0
160. 台灣的交通太可怕！
“To get cars to finally stop for us, do pedestrians need to arm themselves with bricks when crossing the street!?”In this episode, I talk about Taiwan's traffic problems, why accidents happen, how pedestrian safety differs across countries, and ways to improve. I also teach useful Chinese words about traffic and how to describe charts.Episode page:https://lear-taiwanese-mandarin.webnode.tw/l/1
159. 陪爸爸去醫院
Last week I spent a night in a Taiwanese hospital with my father after his kidney stone surgery. In this episode I share my personal experience with you and explain a few bits of vocabulary about doctors, nurses, pain, and Taiwan's health system.Episode page:https://lear-taiwanese-mandarin.webnode.tw/l/159/Maayot: https://www.maayot.comTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening-(00:
158. 有了AI，學語言=浪費時間？
In this episode, we read listener letters, discuss if AI makes language learning useless, and see how language affects personality.全聯音樂來源 (原始影片： / dfhxu7lyd2a)：Episode page:https://reurl.cc/WO0y6DMaayot: https://www.maayot.comTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening+ Reading Listener Letters-(00:10:27) Talking about AI & Language Learning-(00:15:43) Do languages affect personality?-(
157. 關稅怎麼影響台灣&美國的關係？
Talking about the U.S.-Taiwan tariff policy and its impact on trade, the semiconductor industry, and work culture. You can learn vocabulary related to politics, economics, and business while discussing how tariffs affect products, companies like TSMC, and cross-cultural workplace differences.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/2QY1kEMaayot: https://www.maayot.comTimestamps-(00:00:00)
156. My Trip to Palau (Listening Practice)
A childhood trip to Palau with shark feeding, jellyfish, and a hilarious beach moment. Learn useful Mandarin travel phrases and do a listening dictation.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/K90ZKRMaayot: https://www.maayot.comTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening-(00:03:54) Dialogue-(00:12:40) Vocabulary ReviewSupport the Show.Become a member and get e
155. Dialogue(9): Hotel Upgrade 飯店升等
In this episode, you'll hear a conversation at a hotel front desk. One guest checks in and finds out there's a room upgrade. Learn useful Chinese phrases like "reservation," "room upgrade," "included breakfast," and more.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/WOqG87Maayot: https://www.maayot.comTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening-(00:02:23) Dialogue-(00:03:26) Vocabulary Explanation-(00:10:07) Sen
154. Dialogue Boost (8) : Grandpa’s Younger Days 爺爺的年輕時代
In this Dialogue Boost episode, learn how to use useful Mandarin phrases like "while doing A, do B" and "anyone/anywhere" through a lively dialogue between Grandpa and his grandson.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/89o2RXTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening-(00:00:55) DialogueSupport the Show.Become a member and get extra learning guides for eac
153. 亞洲人數學比較好？
"Why Are Asians Good at Math?" In this episode of Learn Taiwanese Mandarin, we explore whether language influences math ability.Episode page: https://reurl.cc/XQW46DTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening+Explanation-(00:11:25) Vocabulary ReviewSupport the Show.Become a member and get extra learning guides for each upcoming episodes:https://www.
152. 文學：特別可愛的台語歌《足芳足芳》
What if a Taiwanese Hokkien song sounded like a French chanson? 🎶 In this episode, I introduce Tsiok Phang Tsiok Phang — a super cute song about kitchen joy, blending everyday Taiwanese life with French elegance. Learn fun phrases and fall in love with fragrant happiness! 🇹🇼🧄🇫🇷足芳足芳：https://reurl.cc/mYnWm1Episode page:https://reurl.cc/Ln3gAXTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening-(00:01:50) The Song:足芳足芳-(00
151. 新聞：台灣假日變多了！上班族超開心
Taiwan just added four national holidays—yay, more days off! Christmas is now one of them. Tune in to learn what's new and key phrases from local news.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/2QM52aMaayot: https://www.maayot.comTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction-(00:01:58) News Clip-(00:03:06) Explanation-(00:16:35) Vocabulary ReviewSupport the Show.
150. 什麼是「台灣感性」？
This episode explores "Taiwanese sensibility," a concept that's recently gone viral in South Korea. We talk about why visitors are drawn to Taiwan's nostalgic, everyday charm.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/XAODgEMaayot: https://www.maayot.comTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction-(00:02:09) Explanation-(00:10:51) Vocabulary ReviewSupport the Show.
148. 隨便說說：園遊會＋巧遇媽祖＋台灣的大罷免潮＋川普關稅
Join me for a fun catch-up on recent life in Taiwan—from winning a school relay race and running a food stall at a school fair, to encountering a Mazu procession and discussing Taiwan's recall movement and the US-China trade war.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/3KXVy9Maayot: https://www.maayot.comSupport the Show.Become a member and get extra learning guide
147. Dialogue Boost (7) 工作面試 I
In this episode, you'll learn practical phrases and sentence patterns for job interviews — plus how to sound polite and natural in Mandarin — through a casual mock interview between two friends.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/gR81apMaayot: https://www.maayot.comTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction-(00:01:23) Dialogue-(00:03:17) Explanation-(00:18:26) Vocabulary ReviewS
146. 媽祖遶境（Mazu Pilgrimage Tour）
Talking about the Mazu Pilgrimage, a major religious event in Taiwan. Learn about its cultural significance, history, and controversies.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/7K2M5lMaayot: https://www.maayot.comTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction-(00:01:04) Who is Mazu?-(00:04:39) What do you do in Mazu Pilgrimage Tour?-(00:13:42) Vocabulary ReviewSupport the Show.
145. 新聞：台積電投資美國！
Talking about TSMC's $100 Billion U.S. Investment. Taiwan's semiconductor giant TSMC plans a major U.S. expansion. This episode explores the reasons behind it, political and economic concerns, and how it affects Taiwan's tech industry.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/KdV8ygMaayot: https://www.maayot.comTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction-(00:01:19) Why is TSMC going to the U.S.?-(00:03:12)
144. 我做MBTI Personality Test
I took the MBTI Personality Test on my podcast—did ChatGPT get it right? In this episode, I go through the test, break down key personality terms in Mandarin, and talk about MBTI's pros and cons. You can take the test “in Chinese" with me and see what you get!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/geqd6LMaayot: https://www.maayot.comTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction-(00:07:20) What is
143. 你「午睡」了嗎？-----台灣人的午睡習慣
Why do Taiwanese people love taking naps after lunch? In this episode, I explore Taiwan's napping culture, from school to the workplace, and why it's so common. Is it a good habit or an unnecessary routine? What do you think?Episode page: https://reurl.cc/jQEKApMaayot: https://www.maayot.comTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction-(00:02:44) Main Topic-(00:14:15) Vocabulary Review
142. 隨便說說：我的新年假期＋2025年人生計畫
A New Year's ramble featuring my 2025 podcast plan, wedding prep, and Lunar New Year stories —Attack on Titan in theaters, Mahjong luck , cycling in Taichung, and family camping. Plus, thoughts on Taiwan's young generation! Episode page:https://reurl.cc/vpjWbyMaayot: https://www.maayot.comTimestamps-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction-(00:06:30) New Year Stories-(00:28:09) Voc
141. 新聞：DeepSeek的出現
In this episode, we discuss DeepSeek, a groundbreaking AI software. Learn key tech terms like 人工智慧, 新創, and 白熱化 while exploring its impact on global AI competition.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uPB5i1PQfhs
Episode: https://reurl.cc/d1be8V
Maayot: https://www.maayot.com
Timestamps
-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction
-(00:01:10) News Clip
-(00:02:05) Explanation
-(00:10:17) Vocab
140. 新聞：為什麼是左撇子？(video)
Is being left-handed genetic or a choice? In this episode, we explore a news story about left-handedness, share challenges left-handers face, and learn key Mandarin phrases like "到底" (after all) and "潑冷水" (discourage).
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7EkbDfz9BTo
Episode page: https://reurl.cc/xpoA15
Maayot: https://www.maayot.com
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-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction
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139. Dialogue Boost (6)去熱炒店吃飯
Happy New Year! In this episode, we listen to a dialogue about Taiwanese stir-fry restaurant. A video version is also included. Enjoy!
Watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/H0jt8nfl7bA
Episode page: https://reurl.cc/eGpxox
Maayot: https://www.maayot.com
Timestamps
-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction
-(00:02:34) Dialogue
-(00:04:20) Explanation
-(00:21:06) Vocabulary List+ Review
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138. 文學：《紅樓夢》
Finally, I 've finished this one! In this episode, my mom and I share our thoughts on the classic Dream of the Red Chamber. We explore its author, its deep cultural meaning, and the key characters.
Episode page: https://reurl.cc/RLX87e
Maayot: https://www.maayot.com
Timestamps
-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction
-(00:01:57) Introduce the author and the status of this book
-(00:09:09) Story
137. 新聞：台灣棒球第一次奪冠
Taiwan wins its first WBSC 12U Championship! This episode covers key Chinese sports terms, cultural insights, and a heartfelt post-game speech—great for Mandarin learners interested in sports and culture.
Episode page: https://reurl.cc/WAkDmy
Maayot: https://www.maayot.com
Timestamps
-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction
-(00:04:06) News Clip
-(00:05:34) Explanation
-(00:19:19) post-game spee
136. 隨便說說：騎腳踏車跌倒
Talking about our family cycling trip at Taiwan's Sun Moon Lake, featuring scenic views, challenges, and a minor accident.
Episode page: https://reurl.cc/xpg54V
Maayot: https://www.maayot.com
Timestamps
-(00:00:00) Opening+Story
-(00:18:00) Vocabulary List+ Review
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135. Dialogue Boost (5): 你想投給誰？
This new series focuses on conversational skills in various situations. This time, it's about taling "politics and election."
Episode page:https://reurl.cc/Nl350k
Maayot: https://www.maayot.com
Timestamps
-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction
-(00:03:50) Dialogue
-(00:06:00) Explanation
-(00:16:46) Vocabulary List+ Review
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134. Dialogue Boost (4): 去便利商店
In this episode, we dive into a fun dialogue about going to a Taiwanese convenience store and all the daily errands you can do there!
Episode page: https://reurl.cc/yv3nYy
Maayot: https://www.maayot.com
Timestamps
-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction
-(00:04:25) Dialogue
-(00:05:49) Explanation
-(00:19:57) Vocabulary List+ Review
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133. 文學：《背影》---朱自清
Zhu Ziqing is a key modern prose writer in China, and his work "The Back" is featured in middle school textbooks across Chinese societies, making it widely read and often memorized. Today, we will explore this classic work together!Episode page: https://reurl.cc/NlMAxxMaayot: https://www.maayot.com/Timestamps-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction-(00:06:03) Article (1st part)-(00:08:42) Explanat
132. Dialogue Boost (3): 一起看電影
This new series focuses on conversational skills in various situations. This time, I teach you many terms related to "watching movies," and how to politely express our own opinions in Chinese.
Episode page: https://reurl.cc/QEovap
Maayot: https://www.maayot.com/
Timestamps
-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction
-(00:02:04) Dialogue
-(00:04:35) Explanation
-(00:18:56) Vocabulary List+ Review
131. 和媽媽聊退休計畫
Talking to my mom about her retirement plans. Listening practice are included! Enjoy!
Episode page: https://reurl.cc/dyApy2
Maayot: https://www.maayot.com/
Timestamps
-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction
-(00:03:27) Talking to my mom
-(00:14:32) Explanation
-(00:30:00) Vocabulary List
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130. Dialogue Boost (2)：說再見
This new series focuses on conversational skills in various situations. This time, I teach you how to say goodbye and express your care to loved ones in Chinese.
Episode page: https://reurl.cc/WNM1GZ
Maayot: https://www.maayot.com/
Timestamps
-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction
-(00:01:48) Dialogue
-(00:03:20) Explanation
-(00:22:26) Dialogue Review
-(00:23:58) Vocabulary Explanation
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129. Dialogue Boost：第一次見面
This new series focuses on conversational skills in various situations. The first lesson teaches you how to say more than just "nihao" when meeting someone for the first time.
Episode page:https://reurl.cc/lynLRl
Linguocast:https://linguocast.com/explore
Timestamps
-(00:00:00) Opening+Sharing a Chinese Joke
-(00:06:17) Dialogue
-(00:07:55) Explanation
-(00:18:21) Vocabulary Review
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128. 新聞：黑神話-悟空 (Black Myth: Wukong)
Talking about the popular game "Black Myth: Wukong," its connection to "Journey to the West," and its impact on Chinese gaming culture.
Episode page:https://reurl.cc/4dbaZD
Maayot: https://www.maayot.com/
Timestamps
-(00:00:00) Opening+Introduction
-(03:25:23) News Clip
-(04:57:06) Journey to The West Story Summary
-(11:47:87) Vocabulary Explanation
-(18:57:34) Ending
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127. 隨便說說：菜鳥變老鳥-工作五年的心得
In this episode, I reflect on my five-year working journey, discussing the transition from a rookie to an experienced teacher, handling challenges, and finding fulfillment through autonomy, belonging, and strengths.
Episode page:https://reurl.cc/Nlbqep
Maayot: https://www.maayot.com/
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-(00:00:00) Working Experience
-(00:19:34) Vocabulary List
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126. 和小胖聊「運動改變人生」
Ｉinvite my friend 小胖 to discuss our experiences with sports like kendo, running, and swimming and how they have influenced our lives. We also share personal stories about starting sports in college, overcoming challenges, and the positive impact on our physical and mental well-being. The episode also introduces sports-related vocabulary and practical Mandarin sentences for learners.Episode page:ht
125. 文學：《三體》
Talking about "The Three-Body Problem," a challenging but fascinating sci-fi novel by Liu Cixin.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/kyZ7axMaayot: https://www.maayot.com/Timestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction-(00:02:40) The 1st Part-(00:09:38) The 2nd Part
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124. 隨便說說：去動物醫院＋看《鐵達尼號》
Sharing some anecdotes from my daily life, including a story about our injured cat's veterinary visit and watching the classic film Titanic during a hot day at home.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/XGO1yMMaayot: https://www.maayot.com/Timestamps-(00:00:00) The 1st story-(00:10:56) The 2nd story-(00:17:00) Vocabulary Explanation+Review
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123. 2024巴黎奧運
I talk with my friend, 小胖, for the 2024 Olympic Games, test 小胖 some facts and highlights about the upcoming games, discuss some questions and explain plenty of vocabulary. Enjoy!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/mM1GNAMaayot: https://www.maayot.com/Timestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction-(00:02:54) Talking with 小胖-(00:12:00) Vocabulary Explanation+Review
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122. 來台灣工作的移工與他們遇到的問題：Migrant Workers in Taiwan and Problems They Face
Talking about migrant workers in Taiwan. Are Taiwanese friendly to migrant workers? What problems should our society and the government deal with? This is an advanced and serious lesson, but I think it's important!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/DjkkbeMaayot: https://www.maayot.com/Timestamps-(00:00:00) Introduction and The First Part-(00:11:29) The Second Part-(00:19:30) Vocabulary Review
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121. 隨便說說：情侶吵架＋買房子＋遇到好人
Talking about some trivia I have been through recently.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/ZeoezAMaayot: https://www.maayot.com/Timestamps- (00:00:00) Sponsor Ad- (00:02:27) Introduction and The First Story-(00:11:39) The Second Story-(00:19:19) Vocabulary Review
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120. 台灣的畢業文化
In this episode, I talk about the graduation culture and traditions in Taiwan. Enjoy!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/0vR1gM
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119. 台灣搖滾歌手：伍佰
Talking about a well-known Taiwanese singer I like: 伍佰& China Blue. Episode page:https://reurl.cc/XG3DVM
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118. 你們都不跟我說中文：語言與文化差異
In this episode, I discuss the cultural differences and challenges faced while learning foreign languages, inspired by a listener's experience in Taiwan. I explore how cultural habits influence language use and the difficulties non-native speakers encounter when locals switch to English despite their efforts to speak Chinese.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/2Yl2E9
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117. 新聞：520總統就職+國會改革爭議
Talking about Taiwan's recent political news, including the inauguration of new president and government, and the recent protests against parliamentary reforms in Taipei.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/RqkDRg
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116. 購物失敗的經驗
I discussed shopping failures with my parents. My mom bought a bread maker during a food safety incident but eventually lost interest in baking. My dad bought ice axes and crampons for mountain climbing but only used them once. Shopping isn't always successful, but you can learn many useful words through the dialogues!!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/p3rmgQ
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115. 新聞：會說話的紅綠燈
In this episode, we talked about "低頭族," people who walk while using their phones and may not pay attention to traffic. A news clip is included to train you listening.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/z1rDAp
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114. 文學：經典鬼故事《畫皮》
Let's delve into the world of classic Chinese literature and listen to me read the renowned ghost story "The Painted Skin." Don't forget to test your comprehension with the quiz questions at the end!Episode page: https://lear-taiwanese-mandarin.webnode.tw/l/%E6%96%87%E5%AD%B8%EF%BC%9A%E7%B6%93%E5%85%B8%E9%AC%BC%E6%95%85%E4%BA%8B%E3%80%8A%E7%95%AB%E7%9A%AE%E3%80%8B/
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113. 隨便說說：喬遷派對
Talking about joining a housewarming party hold by my friend. Enjoy!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/WRnWRx
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112. 妹妹去聽Ed Sheeran的演唱會
Talking to my sister about her recent experience of attending a major concert for the first time. It's time to challenge your listening! Enjoy!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/prjnQ4
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111. 家榆的日本之旅（下）
In this episode, I continue to share more stories from my winter holiday trip to Japan. Enjoy!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/77QG4d
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110. 家榆的日本之旅（上）
In this episode, I share stories and experiences from my recent trip to Japan. The episode is divided into two parts, and in this first part, I talk about incidents at the airport, my visit to a traditional public bath, and the culinary differences between Taiwan and Japan. Stay tuned for more in the next episode!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/aL8vD9
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109. 聽眾Ｑ＆Ａ：學語言的心得＋我的工作
新年快樂～我回來了！It's good to start a new year and new episode with a lovely mail! In this episode I'm going to respond to an email sent by our listener, 恩雅. Enjoy!(This episode is very long but I think it's relatively easy to understand, so it doesn't include the part of me reading the example sentences! But I'll still put sentences in the learning guide. Thank you!)Episode page:http
108. 台北故宮博物院
In this episode, we'll explore Taiwan's largest and most significant museum, the National Palace Museum. Have you visited it? Learn about its rich history and treasures with me.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/v0LpVk
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107. 考試文化：考前做什麼？
Why do people eat steamed buns, cakes, and rice dumplings before taking an important exam? Listen to this episode and find out more about Chinese culture of tests and exams.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/dLyLe6
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106. 隨便說說：我養了兩隻貓咪
A casual episode talking about two little kittens we adopted recently.Epsidoe page:https://reurl.cc/eLD4bx
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105. 新聞： 2024台灣總統大選
This episode is all about the Taiwanese presidential election which is taking place in a couple of days on Saturday 13 January 2024. This is a very long episode, but I'm so determined to cover the whole story that I don't mind how long it takes. I feel it's worth spending some time to cover this topic in enough detail to make it easy to follow and informative. This is an important ele
104. 隨便說說：聖誕節
Hello! This is just a casual episode to wish you all a Merry Christmas and to teach you some words related to Christmas! Enjoy :)Episode page:https://reurl.cc/zlbV2N
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103. 旅行中遇到的麻煩 (1)
What kind of problems did you have when you were traveling? In this episode, I talk to my mom about some common troubles many of us have encountered while traveling, and how we solved them. (Listeing comprehension questions included.) Enjoy!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/E4Kmo0
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102. 玫瑰少年與LGBTQI
Taiwan became the first Asian country to legalize same-sex marriage in 2019. Today, I am going to talk about Taiwan's LGBTQI issues and the progress of Taiwanese society. Episode page：https://reurl.cc/K3y69j
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101. 適合學中文的電視節目：誰來晚餐
Taking about a good Taiwanese TV show for Chinese learners: 誰來晚餐（Guess Who）Enjoy!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/MyaLg4
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100. 披薩！
An episode about pizza and all the interesting and weird toppings we have in Taiwan, with many useful vocabulary related to foods and pizza flavors. Enjoy!By the way, it's the 100th episode of LTM. 謝謝大家的支持！ Why not leave a comment on Spotify/Apple Podcast about your thoughts after listening to this podcast? :) Episode page:https://reurl.cc/WvndLZ
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99. 台灣的原住民文化
An episode about Taiwan's aboriginal culture. Enjoy!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/GK0E03
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98. 家榆日記2: 看動漫
This is the second episode of the diary series. Listen to me reading a page about my thoughts after watching the anime, Attack on Titan. I wrote this one when I was in high school, which was about ten years ago! ;)Episode page:https://reurl.cc/L6zqV3
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97. 雙十一購物節
An episode about Double Eleven Shopping Festival, with many words related to online shopping. Enjoy!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/q0qV70
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96. 和爸爸聊騎腳踏車環島
A conversation with my father about his long-distance cycling trip around Taiwan, with lots of vocabulary for cycling and bicycles. As usual, I'll use easy words to explain our conversation. Enjoy!Episode page:https://reurl.cc/dmA88M
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95. 家榆日記1: 陌生電話
This is the new "diary series"! Listen to me reading out some pages from a diary which I wrote when I was about 13 years old. As usual, words and phrases are explained along the way.Episode page:https://reurl.cc/ZyMexM
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