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Today's Episode:
A name many people in China remember. In this episode of MaoMi Chinese, we gently revisit the case of Zhang Yingying and focus on the parents left behind. A quiet, serious story about loss, love, and what it means to keep going when answers never come.
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When the news fades, the parents stay. After the Zhang Yingying case, next MaoMi Chinese+ episode looks at what happens to mothers and fathers who lose their only child in China. A quiet, heavy topic about loss, ageing, and lives that don’t stop hurting.
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A simple sentence has taken over Chinese social media: “Love you, old self. See you tomorrow.” Why does it touch so many young people? In this episode, we explore where it came from, what it really means, and why being gentle with yourself matters more than ever.
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Why does 老 sometimes mean old, but sometimes mean experienced, close, or even cute? In next MaoMi Chinese+ episode, we unpack one small word with many meanings. You will see how 老 changes feeling and relationship in real Chinese. Simple examples, real usage, no confusion.
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Is “losing weight” on your 2026 resolution? In this episode of MaoMi Chinese, we talk about a new policy in Hangzhou where the city begins to manage residents’ body weight. Is it about health, control, or good habits? Let’s explore what this rule means and why it has sparked debate.
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In next MaoMi Chinese+, we will look at real Chinese news headlines about Hangzhou’s weight management plan. We will break down simple words, read between the lines, and see how media language shapes opinions. A great chance to learn Chinese through real, current news.
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A nurse, a marathon champion, and a big online debate. In this episode of MaoMi Chinese, we talk about Zhang Shuihua, known as “the fastest nurse”. Why did her words after winning a marathon cause so much discussion? Where is the line between work, passion, and fairness to others?
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Work–life balance sounds simple, but in China it’s much harder than it looks. After the story of the “fastest nurse”, this episode explores overtime culture, pressure at work, and why so many people feel unable to switch off. Can we really separate work from life in China? Let's talk about it in next MaoMi Chinese+ episode!
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New year, new resolution. Or the same plans that quietly fail? In this episode of MaoMi Chinese, we talk about New Year resolutions: big ambitions, small realities, and why so many plans don’t last. From cooking at home to going to the gym, let’s discuss how to make goals that actually work.
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Want to learn Chinese through real TV shows? In next episode of MaoMi Chinese+, we explore Chinese dramas and variety shows from 2025 that learners can actually understand. From school life and work pressure to love, travel and comedy, find out what to watch, how hard the language is, and what Chinese you can learn from each show.
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