Dashu Mandarin Podcast

Uncle Can is finally back after an operation and rest.

In today's mandarin podcast we interviewed Cherry from the  @chinesemandarincherry  Chinese Teacher Cherry is young, open-minded, and has experienced life abroad as well as life in big cities in China. But in the end, she made a surprising decision: she left the fast-paced city life behind and moved to Tengchong, a small town in Yunnan.Why would someone choose a quieter and simpler life after seeing so much of the world? What kind of mindset and inner journey led her to make this decision?In this natural Chinese conversation, we talk about modern Chinese culture and China life, pressure in big cities, slow living in China, and the different ways young Chinese people think about happiness and success today.This is also a great video for Chinese learners — you’ll hear natural spoken Mandarin, real opinions, and authentic cultural perspectives through comprehensible conversation.Whether you're learning Chinese or simply curious about life in China beyond Beijing and Shanghai, I hope you enjoy this interview.

In this episode of Dashu Mandarin Podcast, we invited Chinese teacher Ludi  @MANDARINONTHATBEAT  from the U.S. 🇺🇸🎤Ludi has created a completely different way to learn Chinese — through Afro-beat, Hip-hop, rhythm, and movement. Instead of memorizing endless vocabulary lists and boring grammar rules, you can naturally absorb Mandarin vocabulary, tones, pronunciation, and sentence patterns through music.🎶 Master Mandarin vocabulary, grammar & tones naturally with Afro-beat & Hip-hop music…All you have to do is… JUST LISTEN… and dance a little 💃🕺In today’s conversation, the Dashus explore a brand-new approach to Chinese learning with Ludi and talk about why learning Mandarin doesn’t have to feel stressful or boring. This is comprehensible input Chinese in real life — fun, memorable, and full of energy.Whether you're learning Chinese as a beginner or already studying HSK Chinese, this episode will show you a fresh and motivating way to improve your Mandarin listening skills naturally.

In this episode of Mandarin Podcast, we’re joined by Chinese teacher Siyu for a lively and insightful conversation about cross-cultural life and family.We explore Siyu’s experience in an international marriage, comparing the differences between Chinese and Spanish families in a fun and relatable way. She shares stories about how she gets along with her Spanish mother-in-law, and some hilarious moments when her Spanish husband celebrated Chinese New Year in China for the first time.We also dive into cultural differences in raising children in China and Spain, including how grandparents interact with their grandchildren, and the unique role of family in daily life. Plus, we talk about something you might not expect — the tradition of eating insects in Yunnan!This episode is perfect for Chinese learners who want to improve their listening skills while discovering authentic cultural perspectives.

Why do some people leave a class reunion feeling nostalgic and healed, while others leave feeling completely "broken" (破防)? In this episode, the Uncles dive into the complex world of peer comparison and the starkly different cultures of reunions in Mainland China and Taiwan. What We Discuss:The Unmasking of Adulthood: Uncle Cha shares how Taiwanese reunions often serve as a rare opportunity to drop the professional "masks" we wear and return to the innocence of youth. The Comparison Trap: Uncle Can provides a raw, honest look at the intense pressure of "keeping up" in Mainland China, where reunions can often feel like a stage for economic competition and social status. Unexpected Life Paths: We explore the dramatic shifts in life trajectories—from the high school delinquent who became a prestigious professor to the star athlete who ended up as a delivery driver. Extreme Choices for the Future: Uncle Ben shares stories of former classmates who took radical steps to change their lives, including joining the U.S. military for a green card or choosing a life of perpetual drifting as a backpacker. The "Secret" Side of Success: We pull back the curtain on the scandals and secrets that only old friends can share, including a shocking story of an affair that took place right in a school gym.