Dashu Mandarin Podcast

In today's chinese podcast, we interview a Chinese language teacher who chose an unconventional path. She left a stable job behind in China, set out on her own, and even rode a motorcycle across Tibet. This is a true story about courage, freedom, and listening to your inner voice. If you’re curious about life beyond comfort zones, this journey may inspire you.

Every learner of Chinese eventually encounters the unspoken rules and intense pressures of Chinese social dynamics, often at school or in the workplace. In this explosive episode, the Dashu Mandarin hosts share their personal, often traumatic, stories about dealing with the WORST authority figures they’ve ever met!We dive into the dark side of Chinese environments, discussing experiences that shaped our understanding of human nature.

Join us for a candid and juicy conversation with the renowned Zhifei Laoshi (智菲老师)! After years in the classroom, Zhifei Laoshi has made a monumental shift: leaving teaching to become the CEO of her own Chinese learning platform.In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges and motivations behind her transition, revealing the unfiltered reality of running an innovative language business.Learn Chinese with fun stories, articles, and videos at https://dashumandarin.com/ 📖✨ —no boring textbooks! 🚫📚Curious about your actual Chinese proficiency? Discover it with Uncle Can's $15 trial lesson and get a personalized assessment![https://mandarinr3zb.setmore.com/mandarin]

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Do Chinese people tend to judge others by their appearance? Why Chinese People Judge Foreigners Differently? We discuss how, in certain situations, such judgments can sometimes be seen as a form of racial discrimination.Drawing from personal experiences and cultural observations, Dashu Mandarin offers a deeper insight into how appearance plays a role in social interactions in China. This episode is part of our ongoing series where we not only teach Chinese language but also dive into real-life cultural nuances, helping learners understand both the language and the complexities of Chinese society.Whether you're learning Chinese or interested in Chinese culture, join us as we explore these issues with honest, real-world examples and provide valuable language input along the way.