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The Bitesize Chinese Podcast is a Taiwanese Mandarin podcast designed to support learners at every stage.
🎧 Podcast series include:
– Bitesize Basics 🍰: clear, practical Mandarin for beginners
– Bitesize Talks ☕️: everyday topics for confident beginners
– Bitesize Convos 🗣️: natural Mandarin for upper-intermediate learners
– Bitesize News 🌍: advanced Mandarin through real-world news
📘 Podcast Notes are available for all episodes, providing transcripts and structured review materials to help you slow down, understand, and retain what you hear.
Whether you’re just starting out or refining advanced skills, Bitesize Chinese helps you build Mandarin one small bite at a time. 🥢
🔅 Contact: hello@bitesizechinese.com
🔅 Website: www.bitesizechinese.com
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- 300 - Ep.299 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ Is Mental Health Finally Okay to Talk About? 台灣人越來越重視心理健康了嗎？
In this episode of Bitesize Convos, Mindy and Joeru discuss how attitudes toward mental health have changed in Taiwan. They explore why younger generations are more open to talking about stress and emotions, how popular terms like 內耗 and 情緒價值 became part of everyday conversations, and why seeking therapy is still not always an easy choice.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
How older and younger generations view mental health differentlyWhy terms like 內耗, 情緒價值, 情勒, and 界線感 have become so popularHow Asian families express (or don’t express) emotionsWhy therapy is becoming more accepted, but still isn’t accessible to everyone🧠 Listener Challenge:
你們國家的人對心理健康有什麼看法呢？心理諮商還是一個「禁忌」話題嗎？How is mental health viewed in your country? Is therapy still considered a taboo topic? Share your thoughts with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
🗣 Bitesize Convos series help you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 21 Sep 2026 - 299 - Ep.298 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Feeling a Bit Anxious Lately 我最近有一點焦慮
In this episode of Bitesize Basics, Mindy and Joeru teach you how to talk about emotions in Mandarin. You’ll learn useful words like 開心、興奮、滿足、感動, as well as more difficult emotions such as 焦慮、煩躁、失望 and 憂鬱.
📘 Podcast Notes
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🎯 Today’s Topic:
Talking about emotions and feelings in Mandarin
🗝 Key Sentence:
我最近有一點焦慮。
(Wǒ zuìjìn yǒu yìdiǎn jiāolǜ.)
I’ve been feeling a little anxious lately.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你今天感覺怎麼樣？心情好嗎？
Nǐ jīntiān gǎnjué zěnmeyàng? Xīnqíng hǎo ma?
How are you feeling today?
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 21 Sep 2026 - 298 - Ep.297 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Why Am I Tired Even When I’m Not Busy? 明明不忙，為什麼還是很累？
You’re sleeping enough. You’re not even that busy. So why do you still feel tired?
In this episode of Bitesize Talks, Joeru talks about a feeling many people know well: being tired even when it seems like you haven’t done much. From checking our phones all day to “resting” by watching more videos and lying in bed with a busy mind, he reflects on why modern life can make it so difficult to truly rest.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– Natural Mandarin for talking about tiredness and rest
– How to describe everyday habits with phones and social media
– Useful expressions like 明明、一看就是、and 反而
– Simple ways to talk about stress, sleep, and giving yourself a real break
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你最近累嗎？你覺得什麼事情讓你覺得累？你累的時候，會怎麼休息？
Are you tired lately? What do you think makes you tired? What do you do when you need to rest?
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 14 Sep 2026 - 297 - Ep.296 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 I’m Under a Lot of Stress 我最近壓力很大
Feeling stressed lately? In this episode of Bitesize Basics, Mindy and Joeru talk about stress, feeling busy, tired, or frustrated, and some common ways people relax and take care of their mental health in Mandarin.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic:
Talking about stress and healthy ways to relieve it in Mandarin
🗝 Key Sentence:
我最近壓力很大。
(Wǒ zuìjìn yālì hěn dà.)
I’ve been under a lot of stress lately.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
最近讓你覺得最有壓力的是什麼事？你通常會怎麼放鬆？
(Zuìjìn ràng nǐ juéde zuì yǒu yālì de shì shénme shì? Nǐ tōngcháng huì zěnme fàngsōng?)
What has been the biggest source of stress in your life recently? What do you usually do to relieve stress?
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 14 Sep 2026 - 296 - Ep.295 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ AI or a Mandarin Teacher? 你會選 AI 還是真人老師？
Can AI replace Mandarin teachers? 🤖📚 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru discuss how AI is changing the way people learn Mandarin. From instant feedback and personalized practice to awkward sentences and missing human connection, they explore both the strengths and limitations of AI in language learning—and why the role of teachers may be changing rather than disappearing.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– How Mandarin learners are currently using AI to study
– The biggest advantages and disadvantages of AI language learning
– Why AI still struggles with natural spoken Mandarin
– How the role of language teachers may evolve in the AI era
– Whether you should learn Mandarin with AI, a teacher, or both
🧠 Listener Challenge:
你用過 AI 學語言嗎？AI 最幫助你的地方是什麼？你覺得它有哪些做不到的事情呢？Have you ever used AI to learn a language? What did it help you with, and where did it fall short?
🗣 Bitesize Convos series help you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 07 Sep 2026 - 295 - Ep.294 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Ask AI for Help 請 AI 幫我…
How do you ask someone (or AI!) to do something for you in Mandarin? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru build on last week’s AI topic and introduce a super useful structure for real-life communication — using 幫 / 請 / 叫 to get things done. You’ll learn how tone changes depending on your word choice, and how to sound natural, polite, or more direct depending on the situation.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic:
Asking someone (or AI) to do something for you using natural and context-appropriate Mandarin patterns
🗝 Key Sentence:
我請 AI 幫我安排行程。 (Wǒ qǐng AI bāng wǒ ānpái xíngchéng.) – I ask AI to plan my travel itinerary for me
🗣 Listener Challenge:
最近你需要誰幫你做一件事？你會怎麼說？ Try to use: 我請… or 我叫… and share your sentence with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 07 Sep 2026 - 294 - Ep.293 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 Brain-Computer Interfaces & the Future of AI 2030年的AI預言
What will AI look like in 2030? 🤖
In this episode of Bitesize News, Amber and Joeru look at five predictions about the future of AI — from changes in the global chip industry to AI in healthcare, brain-computer interfaces, energy efficiency, and even the question of whether AI should one day have rights.
Along the way, you’ll learn useful Mandarin vocabulary and expressions commonly found in news and technology discussions, including 預言、壟斷、掌控、有望、普及 and more.
從晶片市場、醫療應用到腦機介面，AI 在未來幾年可能出現哪些重大變化？這集我們將一起看看專家對 2030 年 AI 發展提出的五項預測，也聊聊當 AI 越來越進步，我們可能面對哪些新的科技與社會議題。
News source:《科技新報》2026/06/24 (https://technews.tw/2026/06/24/5-more-ai-predictions-for-the-year-2030/*)*
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
In this episode, we cover:
– 新晶片技術是否可能打破目前由少數公司掌控的市場現況
(Could new chip technologies disrupt today’s semiconductor market?)– AI 未來如何更廣泛地應用於醫療領域
(How AI could become more widely used in healthcare)– 「腦機介面」是否有望普及，讓人直接用大腦控制電腦
(Could brain-computer interfaces let us control computers with our minds?)– AI 的能源效率未來可能出現哪些突破
(How AI could become significantly more energy-efficient)– AI 是否應該擁有「權利」？
(Should AI have rights in the future?)🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom.
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingWed, 02 Sep 2026 - 293 - Ep.292 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Are We Too Dependent on AI? 我們是不是太依賴 AI 了？
We use AI to write emails, plan trips, organize ideas… but are we becoming too dependent on it?
In this episode of Bitesize Talks, Mindy shares how AI slowly became part of her daily life — from writing podcast content to deciding what to eat for dinner. She also talks about something more personal: why more and more people are starting to treat AI like a friend, and whether that could change the way we connect with real people.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– Natural Mandarin for talking about AI and daily habits – How to express dependence, stress, and complicated feelings – Vocabulary related to technology, communication, and emotions – Reflections on AI, human connection, and modern life
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你平常會用 AI 做什麼？你覺得自己越來越依賴 AI 了嗎？ What do you usually use AI for? Do you think you’re becoming more dependent on it?
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 31 Aug 2026 - 292 - Ep.291 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 What Can You Do with AI? 你用 AI 做什麼？
What can you actually do with AI in Mandarin? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru introduce a super practical sentence pattern — 我用 AI + Verb — to help you talk about how you use AI in daily life. From looking up information to writing emails and making presentations, you’ll learn natural, real-life Mandarin you can start using right away.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic:
Talking about how you use AI in daily life using a simple and practical sentence pattern
🗝 Key Sentence:
我用 AI 查資料。 (Wǒ yòng AI chá zīliào.) – I use AI to look up information.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你用 AI 做什麼？ Try to answer using: 我用 AI… and share your sentence with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 31 Aug 2026 - 291 - Ep.290 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ Can MBTI Predict a Good Relationship? MBTI能看出兩人合不合嗎？
Can MBTI predict whether two people will get along? In Taiwan, MBTI has become almost as popular as astrology. Many people ask about personality types when making friends, dating, or even meeting new coworkers. But can four letters really tell us whether two people are compatible?
In this episode, Mindy and Joeru discuss how MBTI influences friendships, romantic relationships, and workplace dynamics. They also explore the limits of personality tests and talk about what truly matters when getting to know someone.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– Why MBTI has become so popular in Taiwan
– Whether personality types affect friendships and dating
– If opposite personalities attract or create conflict
– How MBTI can (and can’t) help in the workplace
– Why compatibility involves more than just personality type
🧠 Listener Challenge:
你在交朋友或談戀愛的時候，會在意對方的 MBTI 嗎？你有沒有曾經因為認識更深之後，而改變對一個人的看法呢？歡迎和我們分享你的經驗！
Do you pay attention to someone’s MBTI when making friends or dating? Have you ever changed your opinion about someone after getting to know them better?
🗣 Bitesize Convos series help you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 24 Aug 2026 - 290 - Ep.289 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 MBTI Personality Types (2) T 人、F 人、S 人、N 人
Last time, we talked about E 人、I 人、J 人、and P 人 — and this week, we’re continuing with the other four MBTI personality types 😆 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru introduce beginner-friendly Mandarin expressions to talk about emotions, decision-making styles, creativity, and the way people understand the world.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic:
Talking about MBTI personality types in Mandarin (T/F/S/N)
🗝 Key Sentence:
你是 T 人還是 F 人？
(Nǐ shì T rén háishì F rén?) – Are you a T person or an F person?🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 24 Aug 2026 - 289 - Ep.288 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 The Personality Behind Obsessive Fandom 狂粉為何由愛生恨？
In this episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber discuss a recent attack involving an obsessive fan and a cheerleader — and explore why intense admiration can sometimes turn into jealousy, harassment, or even aggression.
本集將用清楚易懂的中文討論帶你了解「狂粉」常見的跟蹤、偷拍與騷擾行為，以及為什麼有些粉絲會把自己與偶像的關係想像得過於親密，甚至在遭到拒絕後「由愛生恨」。
News source:
《聯合報》, 2026/06/22, 沈能元 (低自信、妄想型人格 狂粉易由愛生恨)
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
In this episode, we cover:
– 什麼是「狂粉」？狂粉可能有哪些越界行為？
(What is an obsessive fan, and what behaviors can cross the line?)
– 為什麼有些粉絲會把自己和偶像的關係想像得過於親密？
(Why some fans imagine a closer relationship with their idols than actually exists)
– 從喜愛、嫉妒到挫折：狂粉為什麼可能「由愛生恨」？
(How admiration can turn into jealousy, frustration, and resentment)
– 當追星變成跟蹤、騷擾甚至攻擊時，應該如何面對？
(What happens when fandom escalates into stalking, harassment, or aggression)
🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom.
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 24 Aug 2026 - 288 - Ep.287 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Can MBTI Really Explain Who You Are? MBTI真的能了解一個人嗎？
Can MBTI really help us understand a person? MBTI has become incredibly popular in recent years, and many people use labels like E 人, I 人, J 人, and P 人 to describe themselves. In this episode, Joeru shares his thoughts on why MBTI feels accurate, why people can change over time, and why we should be careful not to judge others based on four letters alone.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– Why MBTI has become so popular
– How personality can change over time
– Why MBTI may be a useful tool, but not a complete answer
– How Taiwanese people casually talk about personality types
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你相信 MBTI 嗎？你的個性有沒有改變過？你覺得 MBTI 很準，還是只是好玩而已呢？Do you believe in MBTI? Has your personality changed over time? Do you think MBTI is accurate — or just something fun? Tell us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingTue, 18 Aug 2026 - 287 - Ep.286 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 MBTI Personality Types (1) E 人、I 人、J 人、P 人
MBTI has become incredibly popular in Taiwan recently — people now casually describe themselves as “E 人”, “I 人”, “J 人”, or “P 人” in daily conversation 😆 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru introduce some beginner-friendly Mandarin expressions to talk about personality types, habits, and social behavior.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic:
Talking about MBTI personality types in Mandarin (E/I/J/P)
🗝 Key Sentence:
你是 E 人還是 I 人？ (Nǐ shì E rén háishì I rén?) – Are you an E person or an I person?
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingTue, 18 Aug 2026 - 286 - Ep.285 🌞 Summer Special 🌞 5 Swedish Words You Can't Translate 五個藏在生活裡瑞典詞
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男女1+1 主動防禦HPV(人類乳突病毒)
—— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 ——
This is Bitesize Summer Special (3) 🌞 In this episode, Mindy shares five of her favorite Swedish words—fika, fredagsmys, lagom, allemansrätten, and smultronställe. While these words may be difficult to translate directly, each one offers a glimpse into how many Swedes think about relationships, rest, nature, and everyday life. Rather than learning Swedish vocabulary, you'll explore the cultural values hidden behind these words—all in natural Taiwanese Mandarin.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
What fika really means (it's much more than coffee!)Why many Swedes look forward to fredagsmys every FridayThe idea behind lagom and finding the "just right" balanceWhat allemansrätten teaches us about freedom and responsibilityWhy smultronställe is one of Mindy's favorite Swedish words🗣 Listener Challenge:
今天介紹的五個詞當中，哪一個最能代表你現在需要的生活呢？
是 fika、fredagsmys、lagom，還是 smultronställe？
Which of today's five Swedish words speaks to you the most right now? Tell us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 27 Jul 2026 - 285 - Ep.284 🌞 Summer Special 🌞 Breakfast with a Swedish Family 在瑞典人家吃早餐
跟另一伴攜手走下去前，不只是甜言蜜語、浪漫送禮，這件事做好準備更重要！預防 HPV 是對彼此「愛情」最基本的尊重和承諾。別讓對健康的傷害變成愛情的阻礙，為彼此主動做好HPV預防才能說是「真愛」。
立即諮詢醫師，展現你對愛的承諾。
男女1+1 主動防禦HPV(人類乳突病毒)
—— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 ——
This is Bitesize Summer Special (2) 🌞 In this episode, Mindy takes you to a real Swedish breakfast table. Together with her Swedish boyfriend, she introduces some typical breakfast foods and three interesting items rarely seen in Taiwan: egg cups, a cheese slicer, and fish roe in a tube. They also compare Swedish and Taiwanese breakfast habits—from cold and hot food to eating at home and visiting breakfast shops.
📘 Podcast Notes
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🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– What a typical Swedish breakfast looks like
– How Swedes use egg cups, cheese slicers, and Kaviar
– The differences between Swedish and Taiwanese breakfast culture
– Useful Mandarin for describing food and breakfast habits
🗣 Listener Challenge:
那你呢？你每天都吃早餐嗎？你比較喜歡熱的早餐，還是冷的早餐？你覺得你會喜歡瑞典早餐嗎？
What about you? Do you eat breakfast every day? Do you prefer a hot or cold breakfast? Do you think you would enjoy a Swedish breakfast? Tell us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 20 Jul 2026 - 284 - Ep.283 🌞 Bitesize Summer Special 🌞 A Long Summer Day in Sweden 瑞典的慢活夏日時光
跟另一伴攜手走下去前，不只是甜言蜜語、浪漫送禮，這件事做好準備更重要！預防 HPV 是對彼此「愛情」最基本的尊重和承諾。別讓對健康的傷害變成愛情的阻礙，為彼此主動做好HPV預防才能說是「真愛」。
立即諮詢醫師，展現你對愛的承諾。
男女1+1 主動防禦HPV(人類乳突病毒)
—— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 ——
This is Bitesize Summer Special (1) 🌞 In this episode, Mindy shares what a long summer day in Sweden feels like—from swimming and drinking coffee by the lake to learning that doing nothing can be a meaningful way to enjoy the summer.
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– Why summer days feel so long in Sweden
– How Swedish families spend time together during summer
– Why a simple day by the lake can be enough
– How Mindy is learning to rest without feeling guilty
– Useful Mandarin for discussing summer, free time, and different attitudes toward rest
🗣 Listener Challenge:
如果夏天的一天完全沒有行程，你會怎麼過？你能享受什麼都不做，還是會覺得有一點罪惡感呢？
If you had a summer day with absolutely no plans, how would you spend it? Could you enjoy doing nothing, or would you feel a little guilty? Tell us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
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🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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Powered by Firstory HostingFri, 17 Jul 2026 - 283 - Ep.282 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ Living with Climate Crisis 與氣候危機共存的時代
人還沒踏入照顧前，對無常總是抽象。直到現實焦慮撲面而來，才被迫直面「存在與不存在」的重量。
🎧作家張曼娟：「照顧，是每個人必然會遇到的一段生命歷程」
點擊👉 https://fstry.pse.is/9ktqye
—— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 ——
Climate disasters appear in the news almost every day, but do we still react to them? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru discuss climate crisis, disaster fatigue, climate anxiety, and why there is often a gap between what we know and how we actually behave.
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– Climate crisis vs. climate change
– Why disaster news no longer shocks us
– Climate anxiety, disaster fatigue, and becoming numb to bad news
– Why knowing the problem doesn’t always lead to action
– Convenience, responsibility, and whether individual actions matter
🧠 Listener Challenge:
當你聽到熱浪、豪雨、森林大火或颱風等新聞時，你通常有什麼感覺呢？你會感到擔心、無力、樂觀，還是已經慢慢習慣這些消息了呢？
When you hear news about heat waves, floods, wildfires, or typhoons, how do you usually feel? Do you feel worried, hopeful, powerless, or have you become used to hearing these stories?
🗣 Bitesize Convos series help you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us!
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Powered by Firstory HostingWed, 08 Jul 2026 - 282 - Ep.281 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Typhoon Day Mandarin 明天放颱風假
🎧作家黃大米：「你一輩子不是要得到他的道歉，你要得到他的愛。」完整收聽「先來一杯 我們再聊」點擊連結👉 https://fstry.pse.is/9ktrjg
照顧人生無法預期何時來，感人故事、預備未來！讓我們有機會不在照顧困境掙扎。
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Typhoon season is a big part of life in Taiwan! 🌀 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru introduce useful beginner Mandarin words and phrases related to typhoons, typhoon days, and what Taiwanese people do before a storm arrives.
You’ll learn practical vocabulary like 颱風 (typhoon), 颱風假 (typhoon day), 停班停課 (work and school cancelled), and even why so many Taiwanese people buy 泡麵 (instant noodles) before a typhoon.
📘 Podcast Notes
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🎯 Today’s Topic:
Talking about typhoon season and typhoon days in Mandarin
🗝 Key Sentence:
明天放颱風假。
(Míngtiān fàng táifēng jià.)
Tomorrow is a typhoon day.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
要是明天放颱風假，你會做什麼？If tomorrow is a typhoon day, what would you do?
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
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Powered by Firstory HostingWed, 08 Jul 2026 - 281 - Ep.280 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 Are Student Athletes Becoming “Medal Machines”? 臺灣的體育班是否該走入歷史
跟另一伴攜手走下去前，不只是甜言蜜語、浪漫送禮，這件事做好準備更重要！預防 HPV 是對彼此「愛情」最基本的尊重和承諾。別讓對健康的傷害變成愛情的阻礙，為彼此主動做好HPV預防才能說是「真愛」。
立即諮詢醫師，展現你對愛的承諾。
男女1+1 主動防禦HPV(人類乳突病毒)
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In this episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber discuss a growing debate in Taiwan: Should sports classes (體育班) continue to exist? Following the excitement of the World Cup, they explore why some experts are calling for major changes to Taiwan’s youth sports education system.
本集將用清楚、易懂的中文討論台灣近年引起熱議的「體育班」制度。你會了解專家為什麼呼籲逐步廢除高中以下體育班、這套制度目前面臨哪些問題，以及如何在追求運動成績與學生全面發展之間取得平衡。
News source: ETToday新聞雲, 2026/05/24, 記者陶本和(https://www.ettoday.net/news/20260524/3171128.htm#google_vignette)
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
In this episode, we cover:
– 什麼是體育班？台灣為什麼會有這個制度？
(What are sports classes, and why does Taiwan have them?)– 為什麼專家呼籲逐步廢除高中以下體育班？
(Why are experts calling for sports classes below high school to be phased out?)– 「以競賽成績為導向」可能帶來哪些問題？
(How can a competition-focused system affect students?)– 運動成績、學業與未來發展，真的只能三選一嗎？
(Can students balance sports, academics, and future careers?)– 新聞裡常見的正式中文，例如「呼籲」、「廢除」、「淪為」、「以…為導向」等說法
(Useful formal Mandarin commonly used in news reports, including words)🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom.
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Powered by Firstory HostingWed, 01 Jul 2026 - 280 - Ep.279 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ When Summer Becomes Too Hot 一年比一年熱的夏天
跟另一伴攜手走下去前，不只是甜言蜜語、浪漫送禮，這件事做好準備更重要！預防 HPV 是對彼此「愛情」最基本的尊重和承諾。別讓對健康的傷害變成愛情的阻礙，為彼此主動做好HPV預防才能說是「真愛」。
立即諮詢醫師，展現你對愛的承諾。
男女1+1 主動防禦HPV(人類乳突病毒)
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Summer used to mean vacations, outdoor adventures, and fun with friends. But lately, many people feel that summer is becoming harder to enjoy. ☀️🥵
In this episode, Mindy shares her thoughts on how summers seem hotter, longer, and more exhausting than before. From staying indoors and running the air conditioner all day to worrying about electricity bills and the future of our climate, she reflects on how extreme weather may be changing our daily lives.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– Why summer felt different when we were younger – How hotter weather is changing our daily habits – Air conditioning, electricity bills, and environmental concerns – Thoughts about the future and extreme weather
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你住的地方，夏天是不是也變得越來越難忍受了呢？它怎麼影響你的生活？
Do you think summers are getting hotter where you live? How has summer changed your daily life?
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 29 Jun 2026 - 279 - Ep.278 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Summer Survival Mandarin 去百貨公司吹冷氣
跟另一伴攜手走下去前，不只是甜言蜜語、浪漫送禮，這件事做好準備更重要！預防 HPV 是對彼此「愛情」最基本的尊重和承諾。別讓對健康的傷害變成愛情的阻礙，為彼此主動做好HPV預防才能說是「真愛」。
立即諮詢醫師，展現你對愛的承諾。
男女1+1 主動防禦HPV(人類乳突病毒)
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Summer in Taiwan is hot, humid, and sometimes a little bit uncomfortable ☀️🥵 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you some essential beginner-friendly Mandarin words and phrases to help you survive the summer months in Taiwan.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic:
Talking about hot weather, staying cool, and protecting yourself from the summer heat in Mandarin.🗝 Key Sentence:
我去百貨公司吹冷氣。
(Wǒ qù bǎihuò gōngsī chuī lěngqì。)
I go to the mall to enjoy the A/C.🗣 Listener Challenge:
夏天很熱的時候，你會做什麼？What do you do when it’s really hot in the summer?🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 29 Jun 2026 - 278 - Ep.277 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ FIFA World Cup Fever in Taiwan? 世界盃到了，大家都變足球迷？
🎧民歌之母陶曉清：「摸到乳房硬塊，檢查確認乳癌，第一個想法是『啊，要死了』。」完整收聽「先來一杯 我們再聊」點擊連結👉 https://fstry.pse.is/9kts5a
照顧人生無法預期何時來，感人故事、預備未來！讓我們有機會不在照顧困境掙扎。
—— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 ——
Do Taiwanese people actually watch soccer? Every four years, the FIFA World Cup seems to turn everyone into a football fan — even people who never watch a match the rest of the time! In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk about sports culture in Taiwan, why soccer isn’t as popular as baseball or basketball, and why the World Cup still captures everyone’s attention.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– Why so many people become “four-year football fans” during the World Cup
– Which sports are most popular in Taiwan and why
– How sports culture differs between Taiwan and other countries
– Why people support certain teams, even if they don’t usually watch soccer
🧠 Listener Challenge:
Are you a soccer fan? If not, have you ever watched the World Cup anyway? Which team would you support, and why?
你是足球迷嗎？如果不是，你看過世界盃嗎？你會支持哪一支球隊？為什麼呢？
🗣 Bitesize Convos series help you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 22 Jun 2026 - 277 - Ep.276 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 FIFA World Cup (2) 法國隊進球了！
跟另一伴攜手走下去前，不只是甜言蜜語、浪漫送禮，這件事做好準備更重要！預防 HPV 是對彼此「愛情」最基本的尊重和承諾。別讓對健康的傷害變成愛情的阻礙，為彼此主動做好HPV預防才能說是「真愛」。
立即諮詢醫師，展現你對愛的承諾。
男女1+1 主動防禦HPV(人類乳突病毒)
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The FIFA World Cup is in full swing! ⚽ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru continue their World Cup mini-series and teach you some useful Mandarin for talking about what happens during a soccer match. Learn how to talk about goals, fouls, referees, yellow cards, red cards, and even one of the most famous (and confusing!) soccer words: offside.
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic:
Talking about what happens during a soccer match in Mandarin — including goals, mistakes, fouls, referees, cards, and reactions to the game.
🗝 Key Sentence:
法國隊進球了！
(Fǎguó duì jìn qiú le!)
Team France made a goal!
🗣 Listener Challenge:
最近你有看世界盃的比賽嗎？你覺得比賽精彩嗎？還是很可惜？
(Zuìjìn nǐ yǒu kàn Shìjièbēi de bǐsài ma? Nǐ juéde bǐsài jīngcǎi ma? Háishì hěn kěxí?)
Have you watched any World Cup matches recently? Was the match exciting, or was the result disappointing?
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 22 Jun 2026 - 276 - Ep.275 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 2026 World Cup Faces Extreme Heat Risks 世足賽將面臨高溫挑戰
跟另一伴攜手走下去前，不只是甜言蜜語、浪漫送禮，這件事做好準備更重要！預防 HPV 是對彼此「愛情」最基本的尊重和承諾。別讓對健康的傷害變成愛情的阻礙，為彼此主動做好HPV預防才能說是「真愛」。
立即諮詢醫師，展現你對愛的承諾。
男女1+1 主動防禦HPV(人類乳突病毒)
—— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 ——
In this episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber discuss a new study warning that extreme heat could affect more than 90% of matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They explore how rising temperatures may impact players and fans, and the measures FIFA plans to take to reduce heat-related risks.
本集將用清楚易懂的中文帶你了解為什麼科學家擔心世界盃面臨高溫挑戰、高溫可能對球員和比賽造成哪些影響，以及 FIFA 將如何因應這些風險。
News source: 關鍵評論網, 2026/6/8 (https://www.thenewslens.com/article/268357*)*
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
In this episode, we cover:
– 為什麼超過九成的世界盃賽事可能面臨高溫風險 (Why over 90% of World Cup matches may face heat risks)
– 極端高溫如何影響球員表現與比賽公平性 (How extreme heat may affect performance and fairness)
– 高溫帶來的中暑與熱衰竭風險 (The risks of heat exhaustion and heatstroke)
– FIFA 將採取哪些措施因應高溫挑戰 (How FIFA plans to respond to extreme heat)🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom.
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingThu, 18 Jun 2026 - 275 - Ep.274 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ World Cup One-Day Fans 世足賽的一日球迷
跟另一伴攜手走下去前，不只是甜言蜜語、浪漫送禮，這件事做好準備更重要！預防 HPV 是對彼此「愛情」最基本的尊重和承諾。別讓對健康的傷害變成愛情的阻礙，為彼此主動做好HPV預防才能說是「真愛」。
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Are you a soccer fan… or only during the FIFA World Cup? ⚽ In this episode, Mindy talks about the curious phenomenon of the 「一日球迷」 — people who normally don’t follow soccer, but suddenly become very invested when the World Cup comes around. From watching match highlights and checking scores to joining conversations with friends, the World Cup has a unique way of bringing people together.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– What 「一日球迷」 (one-day soccer fan) means
– Why people who normally don’t watch soccer suddenly care about the World Cup
– How major international sporting events create a sense of connection and participation
– Why the World Cup feels different from other sporting events🗣 Listener Challenge:
你平常會看足球嗎？還是你也跟我一樣，是世界盃期間才會突然開始關心足球的「一日球迷」呢？如果有的話，你支持哪一隊？為什麼呢？⚽🌎
Do you normally watch soccer? Or are you also a “one-day soccer fan” who only gets interested during the World Cup? If so, which team do you support? Why?☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
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🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 15 Jun 2026 - 274 - Ep.273 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 FIFA World Cup (1) 世界盃足球賽
The FIFA World Cup is finally here! ⚽ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru introduce some beginner-friendly Mandarin for talking about soccer matches. You’ll learn how to talk about teams, match schedules, sports fans, scores, and match results — perfect for following the World Cup in Mandarin.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic:
Talking about soccer matches (teams, match schedules, fans, scores, and results) in Mandarin
🗝 Key Sentence:
今天有荷蘭對日本的比賽。 (Jīntiān yǒu Hélán duì Rìběn de bǐsài.) There is a match between the Netherlands and Japan today.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你是哪一隊的球迷？最近有沒有你想看的比賽？ (Nǐ shì nǎ yí duì de qiúmí? Zuìjìn yǒu méiyǒu nǐ xiǎng kàn de bǐsài?) Which team do you support? Is there a match you’re excited to watch?
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 15 Jun 2026 - 273 - Ep.272 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ How to Complain Without Making It Awkward 想抱怨又不想尷尬？
Have you ever wanted to complain about something in Mandarin… but worried about sounding rude? 😅 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru explore how Taiwanese people express dissatisfaction without creating conflict. From softening your tone with words like 「好像」 and 「有點」 to understanding the role of 面子 (face) in communication, you’ll learn how to sound more natural and culturally appropriate when dealing with uncomfortable situations.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– Why Taiwanese people often avoid direct confrontation
– Useful phrases and sentence patterns for expressing complaints politely
– How to soften criticism with words like 「好像」、「可能」、「有點」 and A-not-A questions
– The cultural role of 面子 (face) when giving feedback or expressing dissatisfaction
– How complaint language changes from mild frustration to open confrontation
🧠 Listener Challenge:
Think of a situation where you were unhappy about something — maybe a noisy roommate, a late coworker, or poor service at a restaurant.
How would you express your dissatisfaction in Mandarin while still sounding polite?
想一想，你最近有沒有遇到讓你不太滿意的事情？你會怎麼用中文委婉地表達不滿呢？
🗣 Bitesize Convos series help you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 08 Jun 2026 - 272 - Ep.271 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 3 Ways to Apologize in Mandarin 抱歉讓你等了
In this episode of Bitesize Basics, Mindy and Joeru show you how to say sorry in Mandarin in a way that actually sounds natural. You’ll hear how 不好意思, 抱歉, and 對不起 are used in everyday situations, and when to use each one. We’ll also introduce a simple pattern 抱歉讓你… to help you sound more sincere when you apologize.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic:
How to apologize in Mandarin using natural, situation-based expressions
🗝 Key Sentence:
抱歉讓你等了。(Bàoqiàn ràng nǐ děng le。) - Sorry for keeping you wait.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
如果你遲到了，或忘了帶東西，你會怎麼道歉？How would you apologize in Mandarin in these situations? Try using 不好意思, 抱歉, or 對不起 and say it out loud.
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 08 Jun 2026 - 271 - Ep.269 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Is It Really “Okay”? 真的沒關係嗎？
Do people really mean it when they say “it’s okay”? In this episode, Mindy talks about a very common situation in Taiwan — saying 「沒關係」 even when you don’t actually feel okay. She shares a personal story and reflects on why people sometimes hold back their real feelings, how this connects to more indirect communication, and what can happen when things are left unsaid.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– What 「沒關係」 can really mean in real-life situations
– Why people avoid expressing negative feelings directly
– A simple way to express discomfort without sounding too harsh
🗣 Listener Challenge:
When you say “it’s okay”… do you really mean it? Have you ever said 「沒關係」 but felt something else inside? Share your experience with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese 💛
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 01 Jun 2026 - 270 - Ep.268 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 How to Say “I’m Not Happy” 你這樣真的不行！
In this episode of Bitesize Basics, Mindy and Joeru talk about how to say you’re not happy in Mandarin — without sounding too direct. You’ll learn how to soften your tone using 我覺得有一點…, a natural way to express discomfort, disappointment, or frustration without blaming the other person.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic:
Expressing dissatisfaction in a soft, natural, and culturally appropriate way
🗝 Key Sentence:
你這樣真的不行！(Nǐ zhèyàng zhēn de bù xíng!) - This is really not okay!
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你的朋友常常遲到，你會怎麼說？ How would you tell your friend you’re not happy — but still sound polite in Mandarin? Try using 我覺得有一點… and say it out loud!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 01 Jun 2026 - 269 - Ep.267 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ What Counts as Attractive? 台灣的審美觀跟你們一樣嗎？
What counts as “attractive” in different cultures? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk about beauty standards in Taiwan — from pale skin and double eyelids to fashion, body image, and social pressure. They also compare Taiwanese beauty culture with Western and Japanese perspectives, and share their own experiences adapting to different expectations abroad.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– Useful Mandarin for expressing personal opinions about appearance and beauty
– Common Taiwanese beauty standards for men and women
– Cultural differences between Taiwan, Japan, and Western countries
– How beauty standards can create pressure and insecurity
– Real-life experiences of adapting to different beauty cultures overseas🧠 Listener Challenge:
你們國家的主流審美觀是什麼呢？跟台灣很像，還是完全不一樣？大家對曬黑、化妝、身材或穿搭有什麼看法呢？What beauty standards are common in your culture? Are they similar to Taiwan’s, or completely different? How do people in your country feel about tanning, makeup, body shape, or fashion?
🗣 Bitesize Convos series help you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 25 May 2026 - 268 - Ep.266 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Polite Compliments in Mandarin 你今天氣色很好！
In this episode of Bitesize Basics, Mindy and Joeru show you how to give compliments in Mandarin without sounding awkward or too direct 😆 Instead of talking about someone’s body, you’ll learn alternative ways to sound friendly and polite!
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic:
Giving compliments in Mandarin in a natural, indirect, and culturally appropriate way
🗝 Key Sentence:
你今天氣色很好！(Nǐ jīntiān qìsè hěn hǎo!) – You look great today!
🗣 Listener Challenge:
How would you compliment someone in Mandarin without talking about their body? Try using expressions like 氣色很好 or 穿得很好看, and say it out loud!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 25 May 2026 - 267 - Ep.265 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 Thailand Changes Its Visa-Free Policy 泰國為什麼要改免簽政策？
Thailand is considering shortening its visa-free stay period from 60 days to 30 days — but why? In this episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber break down the recent discussion around Thailand’s visa-free policy, the concerns behind the proposed changes, and what “visa-free travel” actually means in Mandarin.
本集我們會一起用新聞中文聊聊「免簽」這個常見的旅遊詞彙，並討論為什麼有些國家會突然修改免簽政策，以及這些改變背後可能涉及的觀光、安全與國際關係問題。
News source:中央通訊社 CNA, 2026/03/21, 李宗憲 (https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202603210182.aspx*)*
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
In this episode, we cover:
– 泰國為何擬縮短免簽停留期限 (Why Thailand plans to shorten visa-free stays)
– 「免簽」、「濫用」、「現行政策」等新聞常用詞 (Useful news vocabulary like “visa-free,” “abuse,” and “current policy”)
– 免簽政策與觀光、國安之間的關係 (The connection between visa policies, tourism, and national security)
– 哪些因素會影響一個國家是否開放免簽 (What factors affect whether a country offers visa-free entry)🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom.
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 25 May 2026 - 266 - Ep.263 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Talk About Body Changes in Mandarin 你變瘦了！
In this episode of Bitesize Basics, Mindy and Joeru teach you how to talk about body changes in Mandarin using 變 + adjective — like getting thinner, gaining weight, or getting tanned. They also share those very real moments in Taiwan when someone suddenly comments on your appearance… and why it’s not always as rude as it sounds 😆
📘 Podcast Notes: Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic: Describing body and appearance changes in a natural and neutral way
🗝 Key Sentence: 你變瘦了！(Nǐ biàn shòu le！) - You lost weight!
🗣 Listener Challenge: What would you say in Mandarin if you met a friend after a long time and they looked a bit different? Try using 變 + adjective and say it out loud!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingTue, 19 May 2026 - 265 - Ep.264 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Why Are We So Anxious About Our Bodies? 我們為什麼這麼在意身材？
Do you ever compare your body to people you see online? In this episode of Bitesize Talks, Joeru talks about “body anxiety” (身材焦慮) — the pressure many people feel about their appearance, especially in the age of social media. From comments about weight to the idea of choosing health over perfection, this episode explores a topic that many people quietly struggle with.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– How Taiwanese people talk about body image and appearance
– Useful Mandarin related to body anxiety and social pressure
– Why some people are shifting their focus from “being skinny” to “feeling healthy”
🗣 Listener Challenge:
Do you care a lot about your appearance or body shape? Do those feelings motivate you — or stress you out? Tell us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingTue, 19 May 2026 - 264 - Ep.262 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ Staying Close in Modern Family Life 現代家庭關係改變了嗎？
Are we actually closer to our families today… or just more connected? In this episode of Bitesize Convos, Mindy and Joeru talk about modern family relationships — what it means to feel “close” to your family, and how technology has changed the way we stay in touch.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– What “close family relationships” really mean – Whether technology brings families closer or creates distance – Generation gaps and family expectations – How to build stronger family relationships in modern life
🧠 Listener Challenge:
你覺得你跟家人的關係親近嗎？你們平常比較常「聊天」，還是只是「傳訊息」？
Do you feel close to your family? Do you usually have real conversations, or mostly just exchange messages?
Have you ever had conflicts with your family? How did you deal with them? 你有沒有跟家人發生過衝突？最後是怎麼處理的？
Share your story with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
🗣 Bitesize Convos series help you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 11 May 2026 - 263 - Ep.261 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 How Close Are You to Your Family? 我跟我媽媽的關係很好
In this episode of Bitesize Basics, Mindy and Joeru talk about how to describe your relationship with your family in Mandarin. You’ll learn how to talk about closeness, familiarity, and how often you stay in touch — using natural expressions you’ll actually hear in real conversations.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic:
Talking about your relationship with your family — including emotional closeness and communication habits
🗝 Key Sentence:
我跟我媽媽的關係很好。 (Wǒ gēn wǒ māma de guānxì hěn hǎo.) I have a very good relationship with my mom.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你跟你家人關係怎麼樣？
How would you describe your relationship with your family in Mandarin? Try answering out loud and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese 💛
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 11 May 2026 - 262 - Ep.260 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 The Truth About “Sugar-Free” Drinks 「無糖飲料」真的無糖嗎？
In this episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber explore a surprising (and slightly alarming) report about Taiwan’s beloved hand-shaken drinks. A recent investigation reveals that many beverages contain more sugar than labeled—and even drinks marketed as “sugar-free” may not be completely free of sugar.
本集將用清楚、易懂的中文帶你了解這則與日常生活息息相關的新聞：為什麼「無糖」不一定真的沒有糖？手搖飲的含糖量為什麼容易被低估？以及這對我們的健康可能帶來哪些影響。
News source:《中央通訊社CNA》, 2026/04/23 (https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604230121.aspx)
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
In this episode, we cover:
– 新聞標題中的關鍵用詞解析：含糖量、標榜、逾半 (Key vocabulary in the headline: “sugar content,” “to market/claim,” “more than half”)
– 為什麼超過 85% 的手搖飲含糖量高於標示 (Why over 85% of drinks contain more sugar than labeled)
– 標榜「無糖」的飲料，為什麼仍檢出糖分 (Why “sugar-free” drinks may still contain sugar)
– 長期攝取高糖飲品可能帶來的健康風險 (The potential health risks of long-term sugar consumption)
🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom.
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingFri, 08 May 2026 - 261 - Ep.259 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Is “filial piety” love… or pressure? 孝順是愛還是壓力？
Is “filial piety” love… or pressure? In this episode of Bitesize Talks, Joeru introduces the concept of 孝順 (xiàoshùn) — a key value in Chinese culture that’s all about caring for and respecting your parents. But what does it really mean in modern life? This episode explores how the meaning of 孝順 is changing, and why it can sometimes feel like both love and pressure.
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– What 孝順 means and how it’s used in daily life – Cultural differences between Chinese and Western views on family responsibility – How younger generations are redefining 孝順 – Why 孝順 can sometimes feel like pressure
🗣 Listener Challenge:
What does “filial piety” mean to you? 你覺得「孝順」是什麼？
Is it about love, responsibility, or sometimes pressure? 你覺得孝順是愛、責任，還是有時候會帶來壓力？
Tell us on Instagram 👉 @bitesize.chinese
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 04 May 2026 - 260 - Ep.258 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Debunking Mandarin Family Terms!
Why don’t we just call cousins… “COUSINS”? 🤯 In this episode of Bitesize Basics, Mindy and Joeru break down one of the most confusing topics for Mandarin learners — family members. You’ll learn how Mandarin categorizes family based on relationship, generation, and family line — and why it’s actually more logical than you think.
📘 Podcast Notes
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🎯 Today’s Topic:
Family members in Mandarin — and why Chinese is much more specific than English when talking about family
🗝 Key Sentence:
姑姑的孩子是我的表姊。
(Gūgu de háizi shì wǒ de biǎo jiě.) My aunt’s child (on my father’s side) is my older female cousin.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你有表兄弟姊妹或是堂兄弟姊妹嗎？他們是誰的孩子？
Do you have 表 (biǎo) cousins or 堂 (táng) cousins? Can you introduce your family in Mandarin? Try describing how your family members are related to you and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 04 May 2026 - 259 - Ep.257 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ Is Dating Easier or Harder Now? 現代交友真的比較容易嗎？
Modern Dating in Taiwan — Is it Easier or Harder Today? ****In this episode of Bitesize Convos, Mindy and Joeru talk about how dating has changed over time — from meeting people in school or at work, to using social media and dating apps today. Is modern dating actually easier, or does having too many choices make it harder?
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– How people used to meet vs how they meet today
– The pros & cons of dating apps (and why it can feel like an interview 😅)
– When does “meeting up” become a date?
– First date ideas, paying expectations, and relationship milestones
🧠 Listener Challenge:
你覺得現在談戀愛比較容易，還是比較困難？在認識新朋友或約會的時候，有沒有什麼「踩紅線」的行為？ Do you think dating today is easier or harder? What are some “red flags” for you when meeting someone new?
🗣 Bitesize Convos series help you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 27 Apr 2026 - 258 - Ep.256 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 The Date Went Well! 今天約會很開心
From 曖昧 to 約會 😏 What happens after you meet someone you like? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru break down how dating actually happens in Mandarin — step by step. From meeting on dating apps to chatting, asking someone out, and going on a date, you’ll learn the key actions and phrases to talk about dating naturally.
📘 Podcast Notes
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🎯 Today’s Topic: How to describe the dating process in Mandarin (from meeting to going on a date)
🗝 Key Sentence: 今天約會很開心！(Jīntiān yuēhuì hěn kāixīn!) – The date went really well today!
🗣 Listener Challenge:
在交友軟體上認識喜歡的人以後，你會做什麼？What would you do after meeting someone you like on a dating app? Try describing the next steps in Mandarin using today’s vocabulary — and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 27 Apr 2026 - 257 - Ep.255 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 Is El Niño Making Typhoons Worse? 強聖嬰會讓颱風更強嗎？
In this episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber break down a climate trend that could directly impact your daily life — the rising probability of a strong El Niño, and what it means for this year’s weather in Taiwan and beyond.
本集將用清楚易懂的中文討論帶你了解「強聖嬰機率上升」代表什麼、為什麼會讓颱風變強、極端天氣如何形成，以及這些變化可能對我們的生活帶來什麼影響。
News source: 民視新聞網, 2026/04/21 (https://www.ftvnews.com.tw/news/detail/2026421W0158*)*
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
In this episode, we cover:
– 什麼是「聖嬰現象」？為什麼今年特別受到關注 (What El Niño is and why it matters this year)
– 強聖嬰機率上升，對氣候與海溫的影響 (How a strong El Niño affects ocean temperatures and climate patterns)
– 為什麼颱風可能變得更強、時間更長 (Why typhoons may become stronger and last longer)
– 極端天氣（高溫、暴雨）如何影響日常生活 (How extreme weather could impact daily life)
🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom.
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 27 Apr 2026 - 256 - Ep.254 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Situationship Explained 曖昧讓人受盡委屈？
In this episode of Bitesize Talks, Mindy explores the idea of 「曖昧關係」— those in-between situations where two people have feelings for each other, but aren’t officially together. She talks about why this kind of relationship is so common today, how dating apps play a role, and why some people find it exciting while others feel anxious or insecure. She also shares how people’s attitudes toward relationships are changing, with more people now choosing honesty and clarity over ambiguity.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– What 「曖昧關係」 really means in Mandarin
– How to describe modern dating and relationship stages
– Why people feel stressed or confused in ambiguous relationships
– How relationship expectations are changing today
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你喜歡曖昧的感覺嗎？還是你比較喜歡一開始就很清楚的關係呢？ Do you enjoy the feeling of ambiguity, or do you prefer a clear relationship from the beginning? Tell us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese 💛
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 20 Apr 2026 - 255 - Ep.253 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Are You Seeing Anyone? 你現在有對象嗎?
Are you single… or 曖昧? 😏 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru walk you through how to talk about your relationship status in Mandarin. From saying you’re single to describing a relationship — or something in between — you’ll learn natural, real-life expressions that people actually use in everyday
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic: How to ask and describe your relationship status in Mandarin
🗝 Key Sentence: 你現在有對象嗎？(Nǐ xiànzài yǒu duìxiàng ma?) – Are you currently seeing someone?
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你現在單身嗎？還是有對象呢？Are you single, or are you seeing someone? Try answering this question in Mandarin using today’s expressions and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 20 Apr 2026 - 254 - Ep.252 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ China Terms Appearing in Taiwan? 在台灣也會聽到中國用語？
Do you say 影片 or 視頻? 外送 or 外賣? In this episode of Bitesize Convos, we talk about Mainland Chinese terms that are increasingly heard in Taiwan — and why. From internet slang to everyday expressions, we explore how media, culture, and generational differences shape the way we speak.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– Common Mainland Chinese terms now heard in Taiwan – How media platforms (抖音、小紅書) influence vocabulary – Generational differences in language acceptance – The debate between language evolution vs cultural identity
🧠 Listener Challenge:
你有注意到台灣和中國之間的用語差異嗎？有沒有哪個中國用語是你覺得不錯的？或是你特別不喜歡的？
Have you noticed vocabulary differences between Taiwan and China? Is there a Mainland Chinese term you like — or one you really dislike?
🗣 Bitesize Convos series help you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 13 Apr 2026 - 253 - Ep.251 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Fun Vocab Differences between Taiwan and China
Some Mandarin vocabulary differences are small. Some… can be dangerous. 😏 In this episode of Bitesize Basics, we explore fun (and sometimes risky!) word differences between Taiwan and Mainland China — from 痛 vs 疼 to 土豆, 愛人, and 酒店. By the end, you’ll know how to avoid some very awkward misunderstandings.
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic: Fun and sometimes risky vocabulary differences between Taiwan and Mainland China — and how small word choices can lead to very different meanings.
🗣 Listener Challenge: Have you ever experienced a funny misunderstanding because of vocabulary differences? Tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese and share your story 💛
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 13 Apr 2026 - 252 - Ep.250 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 Honduras Regrets Cutting Ties with Taiwan? 宏都拉斯與臺斷交代價浮現？
🎧 What happened after Honduras cut ties with Taiwan? 🇭🇳 In this episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber explore the real impact of Honduras breaking diplomatic relations with Taiwan in 2023 — and how that decision is now affecting its economy, especially the shrimp export industry.
本集用清楚易懂的中文帶你了解宏都拉斯與台灣斷交後的影響，包括白蝦出口重挫、經濟壓力，以及當地開始出現希望恢復對台關係的聲音。
News Source: ETtoday新聞雲, 2026/04/07 (https://www.ettoday.net/news/20260407/3144820.htm?from=fb_et_news_pic)
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
In this episode, we cover:
– 為什麼宏都拉斯與台灣斷交後，白蝦出口大幅下滑 (Why shrimp exports dropped sharply after cutting ties with Taiwan)
– 「斷交」、「建交」、「重挫」等新聞常見用語 (Key news expressions like “cut diplomatic ties,” “establish relations,” and “suffer a major setback”)
– 中國承諾未兌現，對當地產業造成的影響 (How unfulfilled promises impacted the local economy)
– 台灣目前的邦交國現況與外交挑戰 (Taiwan’s current diplomatic situation and global challenges)
🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom.
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingFri, 10 Apr 2026 - 251 - Ep.249 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Do you speak Mandarin or Chinese? 你說的是華語還是中文？
Do you speak Chinese… or Mandarin? 🤔 In this episode of Bitesize Talks, Joeru shares how studying abroad made him rethink the difference between 中文 and 華語. What does “Chinese” really mean — and why might “Mandarin” be more accurate?
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– The difference between Chinese and Mandarin – Why “Mandarin” is more specific – How language and identity are connected
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你說的是「Chinese」還是「Mandarin」？為什麼？
When you introduce yourself, do you say “I speak Chinese” or “I speak Mandarin”? Why did you choose that answer? Tell us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese 💛
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 06 Apr 2026 - 250 - Ep.248 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Chinese or Mandarin? 中文？漢語？華語？
Are you learning Chinese… or Mandarin? 🤔 And what’s the difference between 中文、漢語、華語、國語、普通話? In this episode of Bitesize Basics, we break down these commonly used (and often confusing!) terms in a clear and simple way. By the end, you’ll understand how each word connects to language, ethnicity, culture, and region — and you’ll know exactly how to answer the question: 你在學什麼語言？
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic: Common weather expressions and how to talk about how it feels outside
🗝 Key Sentence: 我在學中文。（Wǒ zài xué Zhōngwén。）- I am studying Chinese.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你在學什麼語言？How do you usually describe the language you’re studying? Try saying it in one full sentence in Mandarin and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese 💛
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 06 Apr 2026 - 249 - Ep.247 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ Online Shopping Confessions 網購習慣大公開！
Do you browse online shops for fun… or only when you need something? 👀 In this episode of Bitesize Convos, Mindy and Joeru chat about their online shopping habits — from algorithm-triggered impulse buys to careful price comparisons and lessons learned along the way. If you love shopping (or regret shopping 😅), this one’s for you.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– Browsing for fun vs shopping with a purpose – Getting “burned” by algorithms and impulse buying – How our online shopping habits have changed over time – How we decide if something is worth buying (reviews, price comparison, delivery speed) – The biggest pros and cons of online shopping
🧠 Listener Challenge:
你的網購習慣是什麼？ 你會仔細比較、看評價，還是常常被演算法「燒到」就下單？
What are your online shopping habits like? Do you compare carefully, or do you buy on impulse after getting “burned” by the algorithm? Share your experience with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to hear your story! 💛
🗣 Bitesize Convos series help you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 30 Mar 2026 - 248 - Ep.246 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Online Shopping Vocabulary (2) 我要到超商取貨
This episode continues from Ep.243 and focuses on what happens after you buy something online. Mindy and Joeru introduce practical Mandarin expressions for delivery options, picking up packages, unboxing, returning or exchanging items, and leaving reviews.
You’ll also learn Taiwan-specific terms like 超商取貨 and 店到店, helping you feel more confident navigating online shopping and package pickup in Taiwan.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic:
What happens after you place an order — delivery, pickup, and returns
🗝 Key Sentence:
我要到超商取貨。(Wǒ yào dào chāoshāng qǔ huò。)
– I am picking up my package at the convenience store.
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 30 Mar 2026 - 247 - Ep.245 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 一季超越全年！國片票房創新高 The Secret Behind Taiwan's Box Office Boom
Taiwanese films are making a comeback — and the numbers are surprising. In this episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber break down why local Taiwanese movies are hitting record-breaking box office numbers in 2026, and what this means for the future of the industry.
本集將用清楚易懂的中文帶你了解台灣國片票房為什麼在2026年創下新高、文化部如何看待這個現象，以及台灣電影產業正在發生的轉變。
News source:中央通訊社 CNA, 2026/03/09, 趙靜瑜(https://www.gvm.com.tw/article/125373)
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
In this episode, we cover:
– 為什麼2026年第一季國片票房創下歷史新高 (Why Taiwanese films hit a record high in Q1 2026)
– 「票房破億」、「市占率」這些新聞常見說法 (Key news expressions like “box office surpassing 100 million” & “market share”)
– 台灣電影產業逐漸成熟的原因 (What’s driving the growth of Taiwan’s film industry)
– 政府如何支持國片發展 (Government support behind the film boom)
🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom.
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingWed, 25 Mar 2026 - 246 - Ep.244 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Online Shopping in Taiwan Is TOO Convenient 超方便的網購服務
In this episode of Bitesize Talks, Joeru shares how his experience with online shopping has completely changed over time — from inconvenient and risky to something he now relies on almost every day. Through simple, real-life Mandarin, you’ll learn how technology, payment systems, and delivery speed have transformed the way people shop.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– What online shopping (網購) looked like in the past – Why people didn’t trust it before (limited platforms, scams, slow delivery) – How online payment and logistics have improved – Why online shopping is now so convenient in Taiwan
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你最近一次網購是買什麼？你喜歡網購嗎？ What was the last thing you bought online? Do you prefer online shopping or going to stores? Tell us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese 💛
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 23 Mar 2026 - 245 - Ep.243 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Online Shopping Vocabulary (1) 把東西加入購物車
Shopping online in Mandarin doesn’t have to be complicated 🛒
In this episode, Mindy and Joeru walk you through the essential Mandarin vocabulary for online shopping — before you buy. From adding items to your cart to placing an order and making a payment, you’ll learn how Taiwanese speakers actually talk about online shopping in everyday life.
This episode focuses on what happens before your order is completed, using simple verbs and natural sentence patterns that beginners can start using right away.
📘 Podcast Notes
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🎯 Today’s Topic:
Online shopping basics before checkout — cart, order, and payment
🗝 Key Sentence:
把東西加入購物車
(Bǎ dōngxī jiārù gòuwùchē)
– Add an item to the shopping cart
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 23 Mar 2026 - 244 - Ep.242 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ The “Disaster-Ready” Taiwanese Way 台灣的日常防災工作
Why do people often say Taiwanese are “so prepared” for disasters — while locals feel it’s just normal life? In this episode of Bitesize Convos, Mindy and Joeru talk about everyday disaster preparedness in Taiwan — from earthquake alerts and school drills to the calm, practical mindset many locals grow up with.
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– The types of natural and social disasters people in Taiwan live with
– How government systems and schools build disaster awareness into daily life
– What individuals and families do to prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, and fires
– The mindset behind Taiwan’s disaster culture: “better safe than sorry”
🧠 Listener Challenge:
What’s one disaster-preparedness habit you have in your daily life? 你平常有沒有做過哪些防災準備呢？⛑️
🗣 Bitesize Convos series help you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 16 Mar 2026 - 243 - Ep.241 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Asking for Help in Mandarin 請幫我叫救護車
How do you ask for help in Mandarin? 🆘 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you simple, real-life Mandarin phrases for asking for help — especially in urgent or emergency situations. You’ll learn how to politely ask for help, how to say you need help right away, and how to add a short reason if you can — all in beginner-friendly Mandarin.
📘 Podcast Notes
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🎯 Today’s Topic:
How to ask for help and talk about emergency situations in simple Mandarin
🗝 Key Sentence:
請幫我叫救護車。
Qǐng bāng wǒ jiào jiùhùchē.
Please help me call an ambulance.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
What would you say when you need help? Which sentence would you use? Try making one simple sentence to ask for help in Mandarin.
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 16 Mar 2026 - 242 - Ep.240 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 Earthquake Tests TSMC’s Resilience 強震考驗台積電韌性
In this episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber break down news surrounding the 12/27 earthquake in Taiwan and how it tested TSMC’s resilience and response能力. We explain the headline, key news vocabulary, and sentence patterns, and walk you through why this earthquake drew global attention — from supply chain concerns to how Taiwanese society responds to natural disasters.
本集將用清楚易懂的中文，帶你理解地震新聞的重點、生詞用法，以及這類產業新聞為什麼不只是在講「天災」。
News source:《自由時報》, 2025/12/29 (https://ec.ltn.com.tw/article/breakingnews/5292960*)*
📘 Podcast Notes
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In this episode, we cover:
– 新聞標題解析：「強震考驗台積電的韌性與應變能力」 (How to understand and unpack a typical Mandarin news headline)
– 重點新聞生詞比較與用法 (Key vocabulary you’ll often see in disaster & industry news)
– 新聞常見句型解析與例句 (High-frequency sentence patterns in Mandarin news)
– 地震後為何全球關注台積電？ (TSMC’s role in the global semiconductor supply chain)
🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom.
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingWed, 11 Mar 2026 - 241 - Ep.239 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ No One Panics Over Earthquakes in Taiwan 台灣人不怕地震嗎？
What happens when you experience an earthquake in Taiwan for the first time? 🌏 In this episode, Mindy invites you to imagine sitting in a café in Taiwan when the ground starts shaking — and why locals often stay surprisingly calm. She explains why earthquakes are part of daily life in Taiwan, how geography plays a role, and how school earthquake drills shape people’s reactions. Mindy also shares the basic safety idea Drop, Cover, and Hold On, to help you feel more prepared and less afraid.
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– What earthquakes feel like in Taiwan and how locals usually react
– Why earthquakes happen so often in Taiwan (in simple terms)
– How earthquake drills are taught in schools
– Basic earthquake safety ideas for indoor situations
– How preparation helps people stay calm in emergencies
🗣 Listener Challenge:
如果你第一次在台灣遇到地震，你覺得你會很緊張，還是會跟台灣人一樣「淡定」呢？
If you were in Taiwan and experienced an earthquake for the first time, do you think you’d panic or stay calm?
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 09 Mar 2026 - 240 - Ep.238 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 What to Do in a Natural Disaster 天災來了！
Natural disasters in Taiwan 🌪️🌧️ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru introduce some of the most common natural disasters you’ll hear about in Taiwan — from earthquakes and typhoons to heatwaves and cold spells. You’ll also learn a very practical key sentence that people use in real life to talk about what to do during an emergency, all in beginner-friendly Mandarin.
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic:
Common natural disasters in Taiwan and how people usually talk about what to do when they happen
🗝 Key Sentence:
地震來的時候，應該要躲在桌子下。
(Dìzhèn lái de shíhou, yīnggāi yào duǒ zài zhuōzi xià.)
When an earthquake happens, you should hide under a table.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
天災來的時候，應該要做什麼？不要做什麼？
When a natural disaster happens, what should you do? What should you not do?
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 09 Mar 2026 - 239 - Ep.237 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ A Day as an Office Worker in Taiwan 台灣上班族的一天
What does a typical workday look like for office workers in Taiwan? In this episode of Bitesize Convos, Mindy and Joeru walk you through 台灣上班族的一天 — from waking up, commuting, and grabbing breakfast, to group chat culture, lunch breaks, overtime, and even “invisible overtime” after work. Through personal experiences from very different workplaces, we explore what makes Taiwanese work culture unique (and very relatable).
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– Different work schedules in Taiwan: 朝九晚五、排班、彈性上班、責任制
– Commuting culture, rush hour, and what people actually do on the way to work
– Taiwan’s breakfast and lunch culture (and why eating at your desk is so normal)
– Office life, meeting styles, and LINE group chat culture
– Overtime, leaving work on time, and the idea of「隱形的加班」
🧠 Listener Challenge:
你們國家的上班族一天，跟台灣最不一樣的地方是什麼？
What’s the biggest difference between work life in your country and in Taiwan?
Come share with us on Instagram 👉 @bitesize.chinese
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 02 Mar 2026 - 238 - Ep.236 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Useful Office Vocabulary (2) 我正在做，馬上好。
Need a quick way to reply at work? 💻📩
In this episode, Mindy and Joeru walk you through the most useful office phrases for everyday work situations. From saying you’re done or still working on something, to replying naturally with 收到, 沒問題, or 再給我一點時間, you’ll learn short, practical Mandarin that people actually use at work.
📘 Podcast Notes
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🎯 Today’s Topic:
Office phrases for progress updates and work replies
🗝 Key Sentence:
我正在做，馬上好。
(Wǒ zhèngzài zuò，mǎshàng hǎo。) — I’m on it, will be done right away.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
Which phrase would you use most often at work?
我做完了 / 我還沒做完 / 我在做 / 再給我一點時間
Try using one of them in a real message this week and see how it feels.
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 02 Mar 2026 - 237 - Ep.235 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 Will Team Taiwan Edge Out South Korea at the WBC? WBC中華隊將力壓南韓？
In this episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber break down the latest headline from the WBC (World Baseball Classic 世界棒球經典賽) — with MLB’s official website predicting that Team Taiwan (中華隊) will advance, even edging out South Korea.
本集用清楚易懂的新聞中文，帶你了解什麼是「晉級」、「力壓」、以及體育新聞裡常見的比賽用語。同時，我們也聊聊：為什麼台灣人這麼關心棒球？WBC 對台灣來說代表什麼意義？
News source: 鏡週刊, 2026/02/22 （文：東森新聞）(https://www.mirrormedia.mg/external/ebc_538722)
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
In this episode, we cover:
– WBC 是什麼？為什麼台灣高度關注？ (What is the World Baseball Classic, and why does it matter so much in Taiwan?)
– 標題解析：「晉級」、「力壓」的新聞用法 (Key headline vocabulary: advance to the next round & edge out)
– 韓國隊赴沖繩集訓、中華隊在台北大巨蛋備戰 (Korea training in Okinawa vs. Taiwan preparing at Taipei Dome)
– 「備戰」、「赴」、「看好」、「闖關」等正式新聞詞彙 (Formal news verbs commonly used in sports reporting)
– 台韓棒球競爭的歷史與「台式應援」文化 (The Taiwan–Korea rivalry and the rise of Taiwanese cheering culture)
🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom.
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 02 Mar 2026 - 236 - Ep.234 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Back to Work! 開工讓我頭好痛！
Does going back to work after a long holiday make your head hurt too? In this episode, Joeru talks about 開工 — the feeling of returning to work after Lunar New Year. From early mornings and endless group chats to seeing your boss again, we explore why 開工 feels so painful… and how workplace relationships (and 開工紅包 👀) can change everything.
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– What 開工 really means in everyday Mandarin
– Why many people feel stressed or tired before returning to work
– How workplace relationships can change how you feel about your job
– A common Lunar New Year tradition in Taiwanese companies: 開工紅包
🗣 Listener Challenge:
對你來說，開工是讓你期待，還是讓你頭痛的事情？
開工前，你會調整生活習慣或心情嗎？
If you were the boss, how would you make going back to work more exciting? Come share your thoughts with us on Instagram 👉 @bitesize.chinese ☕️✨
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 23 Feb 2026 - 235 - Ep.233 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Useful Office Vocabulary (1) 你明天會進辦公室嗎？
This week, Mindy and Joeru kick off our Back to Work 開工 theme with simple, practical office vocabulary for everyday Mandarin which you can use right away. From coworkers and clients to going into the office or working from home, this episode helps you talk about your work life in clear, beginner-friendly Mandarin.
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic: Back-to-work office vocabulary
🗝 Key Sentence: 你明天會進辦公室嗎？(Nǐ míngtiān huì jìn bàngōngshì ma?)
— Will you go into the office tomorrow?
🗣 Listener Challenge:
明天你會進辦公室，還是在家工作？
Try answering in Mandarin and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 23 Feb 2026 - 234 - Ep.232 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 Inside Taiwan’s Mazu Pilgrimage 白沙屯媽祖進香
This week on Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber explore the story behind Taiwan’s Mazu pilgrimage. What does 媽祖 represent? What exactly is 進香? And why do thousands of people walk for days as part of this tradition? We also go through the 2026 白沙屯媽祖進香 schedule and key news vocabulary in simple Mandarin.
本集將用清楚易懂的中文討論帶你了解 2026 年白沙屯媽祖進香的最新日程安排、相關宗教用語，以及為什麼這場 8 天 7 夜的活動，被形容為「考驗信眾體力」的年度盛事。
News source: 今日新聞網, 2026/02/02, 潘毅 (https://www.nownews.com/news/6782335*)*
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In this episode, we cover:
– 2026 白沙屯媽祖進香日程正式揭曉 (2026 Baishatun Mazu pilgrimage schedule announced)
– 「揭曉」、「考驗」、「信眾」等新聞關鍵詞解析 (Key vocabulary from the headline explained)
– 擲筊、起駕、回宮等宗教專有名詞 (Religious terms like zhíjiǎo, qǐjià, and returning to the temple)
– 「為期 + 時間 + 的活動」、「採…的制度」、「視 + N + V」句型用法 (Useful news sentence patterns for intermediate learners)
– 為什麼媽祖進香吸引大量信眾與外國遊客？ (Why this pilgrimage attracts both locals and international visitors)
🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom.
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Powered by Firstory HostingFri, 20 Feb 2026 - 233 - Ep.231 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ wkward Family Questions at Lunar New Year 過年可怕的親戚問題
Why does Lunar New Year make so many people anxious? In this episode of Bitesize Convos, Mindy and Joeru talk about one of the most relatable (and stressful) parts of Lunar New Year in Taiwan — awkward questions from relatives.
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🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– Why Lunar New Year family gatherings often feel stressful
– The most common “awkward” questions about work, relationships, and life progress
– The cultural idea of caring through asking questions and where it comes from
– How people cope with family pressure, from vague answers to humor and avoidance
🧠 Listener Challenge:
What’s the most awkward question you’ve ever been asked? 你被親戚問過最尷尬的一個問題是什麼？😅
🗣 Bitesize Convos series help you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us!
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 16 Feb 2026 - 232 - Ep.230 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Lunar New Year Dates & Traditions 大年初一去拜年
This episode is all about the Mandarin you’ll hear during Lunar New Year in Taiwan. 🧧 Mindy and Joeru break down the most common New Year dates and what people usually do on those days — from reunion dinners and visiting relatives to resting, praying, and heading back to work. It’s a practical look at the kind of Mandarin you’ll actually hear during the holiday.
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🎯 Today’s Topic:
How to talk about Lunar New Year dates and traditions using simple, natural Mandarin
🗝 Key Sentence:
大年初一去拜年。(Dànián chū yī qù bàinián.) On the first day of Lunar New Year, we visit people and say Happy New Year.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你覺得農曆年的哪一天最有趣？ Which Lunar New Year day do you find the most interesting?
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 16 Feb 2026 - 231 - Ep.229 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ The 12 Chinese Zodiacs 十二生肖的故事
As Lunar New Year gets closer, Mindy tells the classic story behind the 十二生肖 (Chinese zodiac) in simple Mandarin. From the zodiac race to the rat, the dragon, and the missing cat, this episode helps you understand where the twelve animals come from — and why people still talk about zodiac signs today.
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🎯 In this episode, you’ll hear about:十二生肖 (Chinese zodiac signs): 🐭 鼠 (shǔ)、🐮 牛 (niú)、🐯 虎 (hǔ)、🐰 兔 (tù)、🐲 龍 (lóng)、🐍 蛇 (shé)、🐴 馬 (mǎ)、🐐 羊 (yáng)、🐵 猴 (hóu)、🐔 雞 (jī)、🐶 狗 (gǒu)、🐷 豬 (zhū)
The story behind the zodiac order
Why the rat and the cat became enemies
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你屬什麼？What’s your Chinese zodiac sign?
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 09 Feb 2026 - 230 - Ep.228 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 What’s Your Chinese Zodiac? 你屬什麼？
How do people talk about age in Mandarin — without directly asking? 🧧🐎 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru break down the most common ways to ask and answer age-related questions in Mandarin — and introduce a very Taiwanese twist: using zodiac signs to roughly guess someone’s age. You’ll learn how to talk about age, birth year, and zodiac signs in a natural, conversational way — just in time for Lunar New Year.
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🎯 Today’s Topic:
Talking about age, birth year, and zodiac signs in everyday Mandarin
🗝 Key Sentence:
我屬馬。(Wǒ shǔ mǎ.) – I’m a Horse. / I was born in the Year of the Horse.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
「你屬什麼？」
If you’re not sure, look up the zodiac animal for your birth year and give it a try!
Share your sentence with us on Instagram and tag @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to see it 😊
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 09 Feb 2026 - 229 - Ep.227 🗣 Bitesize Convos 🗣 Social Media in Taiwan 台灣人的社群媒體日常
If you move to Taiwan, THIS social media app will run your life — whether you like it or not. 📱 In this episode of Bitesize Convos, Mindy and Joeru chat about social media in Taiwan — what platforms people actually use, how different generations use them, and the habits (and problems) that come with being constantly online.
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🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– Social media platforms commonly used in Taiwan
– Why LINE is essential in daily life
– How Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Threads are actually used
– Generational differences in social media habits
– Social media issues like oversharing, anxiety, and misinformation
🗣 Listener Challenge:
What’s one thing about social media in Taiwan that surprised you?
今天提到的台灣社群媒體現況，哪一件事最讓你驚訝？😺
🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 02 Feb 2026 - 228 - Ep.226 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Using LINE in Mandarin 我打LINE給你
How do people actually use LINE in Taiwan? 💬📱 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru walk you through the most common ways people use LINE in everyday life — from adding a new contact and sending messages to calling friends and even sending money with LINE Pay. You’ll learn practical verbs and expressions that Taiwanese speakers use all the time, in real conversations.
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🎯 Today’s Topic:
Essential LINE vocabulary for chatting, calling, and sending money in Mandarin
🗝 Key Sentence:
我打LINE給你。
(Wǒ dǎ LINE gěi nǐ.)
– I will call you on LINE.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你最常用 LINE 做什麼？
是加朋友、傳訊息、打電話，還是轉 Line Pay？
What do you use LINE for the most? Try answering with one sentence in Mandarin, and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to see how you use today’s expressions!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 02 Feb 2026 - 227 - Ep.225 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 Will the NTD Depreciate? 新台幣貶值疑慮
In this episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber unpack the latest headlines around the New Taiwan Dollar (NTD) following the conclusion of Taiwan–US tariff negotiations. We break down what exchange rates actually mean, why Taiwan’s investment commitments to the US are raising concerns about currency depreciation, and how economists interpret the short-term and long-term impact on the NTD.
本集將用清楚、易懂的中文新聞語言，帶你了解什麼是匯率、新台幣為什麼會出現「貶值疑慮」，以及這類經濟新聞和一般人的生活有什麼關係。
News source:《台視新聞網》, 2026/01/19, 林品瑄、王秋明 (https://www.gvm.com.tw/article/125373)
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In this episode, we cover:
– 什麼是「匯率」？為什麼 1 美元兌 30 元台幣很重要
(What an exchange rate actually means, explained simply)
– 台美關稅談判落幕後，台灣承諾對美投資的背景
(Background of the Taiwan–US tariff deal and investment promises)
– 為什麼「對美投資」會引發新台幣貶值的疑慮
(Why overseas investment can trigger depreciation concerns)
– 新聞中常見的金融用語解析： 「落定」、「貶值」、「短線承壓」、「可望」、「區間震盪」
(Key financial expressions you’ll often hear in Mandarin news)
🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom.
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Powered by Firstory HostingWed, 28 Jan 2026 - 226 - Ep.224 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Popular Apps in Taiwan 台灣人常用的APP
Have you ever wondered which apps people in Taiwan actually use every day? In this episode, Joeru walks you through the most common mobile apps in Taiwan — from social media to messaging and mobile payments — and explains how locals really talk about them in Mandarin.
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🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– How to say “app” in Chinese: 應用程式 / App / A-P-P
– Popular social apps in Taiwan: Facebook (臉書 / FB), Instagram (IG), and Threads（脆）
– Why LINE is basically a must-have app in Taiwan
– Stickers, Line Pay, and how people actually use mobile payments
– Everyday apps that make life in Taiwan easy for foreigners
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你們國家有哪些「一定要下載」的手機 App？
If a foreigner visited your country, which apps would you recommend?
Share with us on Instagram 👉 @bitesize.chinese 💬
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time. 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary and tips!
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 26 Jan 2026 - 225 - Ep.223 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Instagram Actions in Mandarin 我常在IG發文
How do you talk about Instagram in Mandarin? 📱✨
In this episode, Mindy and Joeru break down the most practical Mandarin expressions for using IG — from posting and stories to liking, saving, and sending DMs. You’ll learn how Taiwanese speakers actually talk about social media, using simple, everyday language you can start using right away.
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🎯 Today’s Topic:
Essential Instagram vocabulary and common actions on social media
🗝 Key Sentence:
我不常發文，可是我常發限動。
(Wǒ bù cháng fā wén, kěshì wǒ cháng fā xiàndòng.)
– I don’t post very often, but I post stories a lot.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你比較常發文，還是發限動？你會按讚、留言，還是收藏？
Do you post more, or share stories more often? What do you usually do on IG? Try answering in Mandarin and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to see your sentences!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 26 Jan 2026 - 224 - Ep.222 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ Drinking Culture in Taiwan 台灣的飲酒文化
Do Taiwanese people actually drink a lot? 🍺 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru take a closer look at Taiwan’s drinking culture — when people drink, where they drink, and why drinking in Taiwan feels very different from many Western countries.
From family dinners and 熱炒店 to KTV and cocktail bars, we talk about how alcohol is tied to social context, not daily habit — and how traditional “battle-style” drinking culture is slowly shifting in modern Taiwan.
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🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– Do Taiwanese people drink often? Comparing Taiwan with France, the UK, and Japan
– Why drinking in Taiwan is usually occasion-based, not everyday behavior
– Common drinking settings: home, restaurants, KTV, and bars — and how the vibe changes
– Traditional drinking culture: 拚酒、不醉不歸、敬酒、給面子
– Modern shifts toward choice, boundaries, and relaxed social drinking
– Common Mandarin expressions you’ll hear when drinking in Taiwan (like 小酌、乾杯、我敬你)
🗣 Listener Challenge:
喝酒對你來說是日常習慣，還是多半只在慶祝的場合才會喝？你在台灣有過什麼「飲酒文化衝擊」的經驗嗎？歡迎到 Instagram @bitesize.chinese 跟我們分享 🍻
Is drinking more of a daily habit, or something you do mainly for special occasions? Have you ever experienced any drinking culture shock in Taiwan? Share your thoughts with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese 🍻
🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 19 Jan 2026 - 223 - Ep.221 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Ordering Cocktails at a Bar 我要一杯烈一點的調酒
Walking into a bar can be intimidating — especially when you don’t know the cocktail names. In this episode of Bitesize Basics, Mindy and Joeru show you a much easier way to order drinks in Mandarin: by describing the base spirit, the flavor, and the feeling you want.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese🎯 Today’s Topic:
How to order cocktails in Mandarin by describing what you want, not naming drinks🗝 Key Sentence:
我要一杯烈一點的調酒 (Wǒ yào yì bēi liè yìdiǎn de tiáojiǔ) - I want a stronger cocktail.🗣 Listener Challenge:
Imagine you’re at a bar. What would you order?
Try saying one sentence in Mandarin, for example:
👉 我想喝清爽一點的調酒
👉 我想喝甜甜的、奶類的調酒Share your sentence and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to see what you’d order 🍸🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 19 Jan 2026 - 222 - Ep.220 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 Trump’s “Donroe Doctrine” & Venezuela Crisis 川普「唐羅主義」與委內瑞拉局勢
In this episode of Bitesize News, Amber and Joeru break down a major international headline involving Donald Trump and Venezuela — and explain why this story has sparked intense discussion in Taiwan.
本集將用清楚、可理解的新聞中文，帶你拆解「唐羅主義」是什麼、新聞標題裡的關鍵詞怎麼看懂，以及這起事件為什麼不只是拉丁美洲的事，也牽動台灣人對國際政治與安全的關注。我們會一步步從新聞標題出發，解析重要生詞、句型，再延伸討論不同國家立場背後的政治與經濟因素。
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🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– 什麼是「唐羅主義」？ (What is the “Tangluo Doctrine”?)
– 為什麼部分委內瑞拉人民支持這次行動？ (Why do some people in Venezuela support this action?)
– 這則新聞為什麼在台灣引起高度關注？ (Why has this news drawn so much attention in Taiwan?)
– 新聞生詞與句型重點解析 (Key news vocabulary and sentence patterns explained in clear, learner-friendly Mandarin)
🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom.
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingWed, 14 Jan 2026 - 221 - Ep.219 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Bubble Tea Culture in Taiwan 台灣手搖飲文化
If you’ve been to Taiwan, you’ve probably noticed one thing very quickly — drink shops are everywhere. In this episode of Bitesize Talks, Mindy talks about Taiwan’s famous 手搖飲文化 and why bubble tea is much more than just a drink.
📘 Podcast Notes
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🎯 In this episode, you’ll hear about:
– What 「手搖飲」 really means in Taiwan
– How bubble tea grew out of Taiwan’s tea culture
– Why customization, price, and convenience matter so much
– How buying drinks became a social habit in everyday life
🗣 Listener Challenge:
What’s your favorite hand-shaken drink — or one you really want to try?
Share your answer with us on Instagram and tag @bitesize.chinese 🧋
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
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Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 12 Jan 2026 - 220 - Ep.218 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Ordering Tea in Taiwan 我要一杯紅茶拿鐵
Ordering drinks in Taiwan can feel overwhelming — so many teas, toppings, sugar levels, and ice options. In this episode, Mindy and Joeru break it down step by step and show you how locals actually order drinks, starting from one simple sentence and building up naturally.
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🎯 Today’s Topic: How to order drinks in Mandarin, from tea names to toppings, sugar, and ice
🗝 Key Sentence: 我要一杯紅茶拿鐵。(Wǒ yào yì bēi hóngchá nátié.) - I want a cup of fresh milk tea.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
Can you decode this popular “drink code”: 珍奶微微?
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 12 Jan 2026 - 219 - Ep.217 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ Study Plan for 2026 制定2026的學習計畫
Setting a study plan sounds simple — but why do so many learners end up feeling stressed, bored, or stuck? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk about how to 制定學習計畫 (set a study plan) in a way that’s realistic, flexible, and actually sustainable. From exam preparation experiences to language learning routines, we break down what works, what doesn’t, and why copying other people’s methods often backfires.
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– What 「制定」 really means in Mandarin (安排 / 設計 + 決定)
– Common mistakes in learning plans (too big, too ideal, too strict)
– Why motivation fades — and how planning can help
– How to build a study plan that fits your time, energy, and resources
– The “take a bite” philosophy behind 一口中文
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你 2026 年想設定的一個學習目標是什麼？這個星期，你可以先做哪一個小小、可行的行動？
What’s one learning goal you want to set for 2026 — and what’s one small, realistic step you can take this week?
🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 05 Jan 2026 - 218 - Ep.216 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Good & Bad Habits in Mandarin 好習慣和壞習慣
New year, new habits! ✨ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru dive into one of the most practical topics for the start of 2026 — how to talk about the habits you want to build and the habits you want to quit in Mandarin. From classics like “sleep early, wake early” to deeper lifestyle changes like 記帳、投資理財、斷捨離, you’ll learn natural patterns you can use right away.
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🎯Today’s Topic:
How to express good and bad habits in Mandarin
🗝Key Patterns:
養成～的好習慣 (yǎngchéng ~ de hǎo xíguàn) — to build a good habit
戒掉～的壞習慣 (jièdiào ~ de huài xíguàn) — to quit a bad habit
🗣Listener Challenge:
今年你想養成什麼好習慣？想戒掉什麼壞習慣？
What’s one habit you want to start — or one you want to stop — in 2026?
Make a sentence using today’s patterns and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese so we can cheer you on!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 05 Jan 2026 - 217 - Ep.215 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 Bear Attacks in Japan 日本熊害
In this first episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber break down a shocking rise in bear attacks across Japan — a record-high number of injuries and deaths that is now affecting autumn travel, local safety, and national policy.
本集討論今年日本「熊害事件」為何創新高、背後的環境因素、政府的因應措施，以及你在賞楓、登山或滑雪時應該知道的安全指南。
News source:《遠見》GVM, 2025/11/05, 陳育晟 (https://www.gvm.com.tw/article/125373)
📘 Podcast Notes
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🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– 今年日本熊害事件為何創下史上新高 (Why bear attacks in Japan hit a historic high this year)
– 氣候變暖與棲地破壞如何導致熊頻繁下山 (How climate & habitat loss pushed bears closer to humans)
– 政府出動自衛隊，社會對「撲殺 vs 生態修復」的討論 (Government response: Self-Defense Forces and public debate)
– 賞楓、登山、滑雪等旅遊活動的防熊自保指南 (Safety guidelines for travelers during autumn & winter activities)
🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom. ✨
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingWed, 31 Dec 2025 - 216 - Ep.214 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Celebrate New Year’s Eve 跨年做什麼？
New Year’s Eve in Taiwan is more than just a countdown.In this episode, Joeru talks about what 「跨年」 really means, how it’s different from 「過年」, and why the countdown near 台北101 is such a big thing. From fireworks and concerts to staying in with friends, this episode shares real-life Mandarin you’ll actually hear around New Year’s.
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– What 「跨年」 means, and how it’s different from 「過年」
– Why January 1st (元旦) makes late-night celebrations easier in Taiwan
– What happens at Taiwan’s famous New Year’s Eve countdown events
– Common, everyday ways people celebrate if they don’t like big crowds
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你打算怎麼慶祝呢？你們國家有沒有特別的跨年活動？
How are you planning to celebrate? Are there any special New Year’s traditions in your country?
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 29 Dec 2025 - 215 - Ep.213 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 5 Useful Patterns to Make New Year Wishes
Ready to set your New Year goals—in Mandarin? ✨ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru walk you through five essential patterns for expressing wishes, plans, and intentions. From light ideas to firm commitments, you’ll learn how Mandarin subtly changes depending on how serious you are about your goals. Perfect for starting 2026 with clarity and confidence!
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic
How to express New Year wishes, hopes, plans, and decisions in natural Mandarin
🗝 Key Sentence
我希望明年可以賺大錢！(Wǒ xīwàng míngnián kěyǐ zhuàn dàqián!)
I hope I can make lots of money next year!
🗣 Listener Challenge
明年的你，想做什麼？希望什麼？打算什麼？
What’s one intention you have for 2026?
Try making a sentence using 我想 / 我希望 / 我打算 / 我計劃 / 我決定, and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 29 Dec 2025 - 214 - Ep.212 中文的「冷笑話」🥶🙄 Why Taiwanese Love Bad Jokes
Why do Taiwanese people love 冷笑話 so much? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru break down the world of Chinese “cold jokes” — the jokes that make you question your life choices… and then laugh anyway. From simple Q&A riddles to Taiwan’s signature 諧音哏 (sound-based puns), you’ll learn how these jokes work, why they’re everywhere, and how to catch the hidden punchline like a local.
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– What “冷笑話” originally meant and how the meaning changed
– Why Taiwan LOVES sound-based puns (諧音哏)
– Examples of classic cold jokes you’ll hear on drink covers, menus, and even shop names
– How to recognize & enjoy 諧音哏 in daily life
🗣 Listener Challenge:
Tell us the best (or worst!) 冷笑話 you’ve ever heard — or try making your own 諧音哏!
Tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese so we can laugh (or cringe) with you 😂
🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 22 Dec 2025 - 213 - Ep.211 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 It’s So Cold! 今天好冷喔！
Feeling chilly lately? ❄️ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you how to say “It’s cold” in Mandarin — from the simple 很冷 (hěn lěng) to fun, expressive phrases like 冷死了！(lěng sǐ le!) and 冷得要命！(lěng de yàomìng!). You’ll also learn how “cold” can describe not just the weather, but even a bad joke — the famous 冷笑話 (lěng xiàohuà)!
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🎯 Today’s Topic: Ways to express “cold” in Mandarin and how Taiwanese people stay warm in winter
🗝 Key Sentence: 今天好冷喔！（Jīntiān hǎo lěng o!）– It’s so cold today!
🗣 Listener Challenge:
天氣冷的時候，你會做什麼？(Tiānqì lěng de shíhou, nǐ huì zuò shénme?)
What do you usually do when it’s cold?
Share your answer in our Instagram Story (you’ll find it in our “Listener Challenge” highlight!) 💛
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 22 Dec 2025 - 212 - Ep.210 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ When Do Taiwanese People Feel “Cold”? 台灣人的「冷」
What temperature counts as “cold” in Taiwan? 🧣 In this episode, Mindy talks about how Taiwanese people define “cold” — and why locals start wearing puffy jackets and using hand warmers as soon as the temperature drops below 20°C!
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
In this episode, you’ll learn:
– How “cold” feels different in a tropical, humid climate
– Common winter habits and phrases you’ll hear in Taiwan
– Why Taiwanese people say they’re afraid of wet cold, not dry cold
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你覺得幾度算冷？(Nǐ juéde jǐ dù suàn lěng?)
What temperature counts as cold for you?
Tell us your answer in our Instagram Story — and check out the “Listener Challenge” highlight to see how others answered! 💛
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 15 Dec 2025 - 211 - Ep.209 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 It’s Raining! 下雨了！
Is it pouring or just a drizzle? 🌧️ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you how to describe rainy weather in Mandarin — from light drizzle (下毛毛雨) to heavy downpour (下大雨) — and how to sound more natural using the pattern 雨下得～. You’ll also learn everyday words like 打雷, 閃電, 淋雨, and the funny expression 落湯雞 (“soaked like a wet chicken” 🐔).
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🎯 Today’s Topic: How to talk about rain and humid weather in Mandarin
🗝 Key Sentence: 雨下得很大！（Yǔ xià de hěn dà!） – It’s raining heavily!
🗣 Listener Challenge:
今天的天氣怎麼樣？你那裡下雨了嗎？
How’s the weather where you are today? Try using 「下雨」 or 「雨下得很大」 in your own sentence and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 15 Dec 2025 - 210 - Ep.208 餐桌上的台灣文化！🍽️🥢 Taiwanese Dining Manners
In this episode, Mindy and Joeru dive into Taiwanese dining etiquette — from waiting for elders to start eating, to using public chopsticks, to why you should never stick your chopsticks straight into your rice. They also compare how dining culture in Taiwan differs from Western table manners — where everyone has their own plate and sticking to utensil order matters!
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
In this episode, we cover:
– Common do’s and don’ts at a Taiwanese dinner table (like waiting for elders and not making chewing sounds)
– Why sharing dishes (合菜) reflects Taiwan’s community values
– Key differences between Western “individual dining” and Taiwan’s “shared dining”
– How the idea of not wasting food leads to Taiwan’s strong “打包 culture”
– Personal stories and cross-cultural surprises from both hosts
🗣 Listener Challenge:
Next time you eat with Taiwanese friends, try noticing one table manner that feels different from your culture. Share your experience or sentence in Mandarin and tag us @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to hear your thoughts!
🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 08 Dec 2025 - 209 - Ep.207 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Polite Phrases for Shared Meals 請幫我夾菜
Sharing dishes is a big part of Taiwanese food culture — whether you’re eating with friends, family, or colleagues. In this episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you the most useful verbs and polite phrases you’ll hear at a family-style table, plus how to ask others to help serve you in a natural, Taiwanese way.
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🎯 Today’s Topic: Common verbs and polite phrases used when eating family-style in Mandarin
🗝 Key Sentence: 請幫我夾菜。（Qǐng bāng wǒ jiá cài。）– Please help me get some food
🗣 Listener Challenge:
Use 我幫你／請幫我 + action to describe something you would say during a shared meal.
Example: 我幫你盛飯 / 請幫我倒茶.
Share your sentence with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese! 🍽️💛
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 08 Dec 2025 - 208 - Ep.206 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ 餐桌上的規定 The Unspoken Rules at the Dinner Table
Did you know there are “rules” when eating in Taiwan? 🥢🍚 In this episode, Mindy talks about what’s considered polite — and impolite — at the Taiwanese dinner table. From how to hold your bowl and chopsticks, to sitting posture and when to use 公筷母匙 (public chopsticks and spoons), you’ll learn the habits that shape how people eat together in Taiwan.
📘 Podcast Notes
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Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
In this episode, you’ll learn:
– What “餐桌” (dining table) means in Mandarin
– Chopstick rules: why you shouldn’t stick them in your rice or food
– Proper posture and polite table behavior
– How 合菜 (shared dining) changes dining etiquette
– The meaning behind 公筷母匙 (public chopsticks and spoons)
🗣 Listener Challenge:
What about your culture? Are the dining rules similar or totally different from Taiwan’s? Share your thoughts in Mandarin on Instagram and tag us @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to hear your stories!
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 01 Dec 2025 - 207 - Ep.205 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 All About Tableware 我用筷子夾菜
How do you eat your meal — with chopsticks or a fork? 🥢🍴 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru explore the everyday Mandarin words for tableware — from chopsticks and spoons to plates, bowls, and cups. You’ll learn how to use the simple yet powerful pattern 用 + [餐具] + [動作] to describe what you do at the table in natural Mandarin.
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
🎯 Today’s Topic: Common tableware words and how to say what you do with them
🗝 Key Sentence: 我用筷子夾菜。(Wǒ yòng kuàizi jiá cài.) – I use chopsticks to pick up food.
🗣 Listener Challenge:
你吃飯的時候，會用什麼餐具？ What tableware do you usually use when you eat? Try making one sentence in Mandarin — for example:
👉 我喜歡用筷子吃麵。(I like to use chopsticks to eat noodles.)
👉 我常用杯子喝咖啡。(I often use a cup to drink coffee.)
Share your sentence on Instagram and tag us @bitesize.chinese!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 01 Dec 2025 - 206 - Ep.204 合租生活的大小事 🏠👯♀️ Roommates & Shared Living in Taiwan!
What’s it like to share an apartment with roommates? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk about 合租 hézū — shared renting, and what it’s like to live with other people under one roof.
They discuss common rental types in Taiwan, like 套房 (studio) and 雅房 (shared room), and explore the real-life ups and downs of roommate life — from keeping shared spaces clean, splitting chores, to dealing with different personalities.
You’ll also learn practical Mandarin for talking about conflicts, communication, and coordination — all essential topics if you live with others or want to describe your own living situation in Chinese!
📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here:https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese
In this episode, you’ll learn:
– Vocabulary for describing rental types and roommate relationships
– How to talk about house chores, habits, and shared spaces
– Useful expressions for conflicts, communication, and compromise
🗣 Listener Challenge:
What kind of roommate are you — quiet, tidy, or messy?
Describe your ideal roommate in Mandarin and tell us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬
🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 24 Nov 2025 - 205 - Ep.203 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 I rented a Studio 我租了一間套房
Looking for a place to live in Taiwan? 🏠 In this week’s episode, Mindy and Joeru chat about how to describe your apartment in Mandarin — from cozy studios and shared rooms to words you’ll need when signing a lease. From 套房 to 房東, this episode covers all the essential words you’ll need when renting in Taiwan — including what 頂樓加蓋 really means.
🎯 Today’s Topic: Real-life Mandarin for describing apartments
🗝 Key Sentence: 我租了一間套房。(Wǒ zū le yì jiān tào fáng.) — I rented a studio.
🗣 Listener Challenge: Which kind of apartment sounds most like you? Try saying it in Mandarin and share it with us @bitesize.chinese!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 24 Nov 2025 - 204 - Ep.202 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ 在台灣租房子 Renting in Taiwan
What’s it like to rent an apartment in Taiwan? In this episode, Mindy shares her real-life renting experiences — from her very first tiny studio near university to her favorite loft apartment (and even a rooftop room that was way too hot!). She also breaks down the most common housing types in Taiwan, including 整層公寓 (whole apartment), 套房 (studio), 雅房 (shared room), and 頂樓加蓋 (rooftop apartment) — and offers practical tips for apartment hunting, like what to check before signing a contract and how to ask what’s included in your rent.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
– The most common types of rental housing in Taiwan
– Practical Mandarin phrases for renting and signing contracts
– Mindy’s personal renting stories (and lessons learned!)
🗣 Listener Challenge:
Have you ever rented a place in another country?
What’s your dream apartment like?
Tell us in the comments on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time. 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary and tips!
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 17 Nov 2025 - 203 - Ep.201 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 How Much Is the Rent? 房租多少錢？
In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk about all the fees you need to know when renting an apartment in Mandarin — from rent and deposit to monthly bills like water, electricity, and internet. You’ll learn how to say common “XX 費” words and useful sentences for daily conversations about housing costs.
🎯 Today’s Topic: Talking about rental costs and common “XX 費” words in Mandarin
🗝 Key Sentence: 房租多少錢？（Fángzū duōshǎo qián？）— How much is the rent?
🗣 Listener Challenge: What kind of fees do you pay for your apartment? Try saying it in Mandarin using today’s new words and tell us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 17 Nov 2025 - 202 - Ep.200 兩百集特別節目 🎁🎉 Listener Q&A & Our Journey!
200 episodes?! We honestly can’t believe it. This special episode is all about you — our amazing listeners. In this episode, we answer your questions, share some behind-the-scenes stories, and reflect on what we’ve learned from creating Bitesize Chinese over the years. Whether you’ve been with us since episode 1 or just found us last week, thank you for learning with us. 💛
In this episode, we cover:
– How Bitesize Chinese got started and how Mindy and Joeru met!
– How to stay motivated without a classroom
– Listener appreciation + our favorite messages
– What we’ve learned from teaching and podcasting
– Future plans: podcast notes, higher-level content, current events & more!
🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actuallyspeak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Powered by Firstory HostingMon, 10 Nov 2025 - 201 - Ep.199 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Can You Hear It? 聽, 聽到, 聽得到 Explained!
Did you know that one little word like 聽 (tīng) can express seven different meanings in Mandarin? 👂 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru break down the differences between 聽, 聽了, 沒聽, 聽到, 沒聽到, 聽得到, and 聽不到
You’ll learn how to tell the difference between:
✅ listening vs. hearing
✅ completed vs. failed actions
✅ ability vs. result
And you’ll walk away ready to describe what you can (and can’t!) hear — all in Mandarin.
🎯 Today’s Topic: the different meanings of 聽, 聽了, 沒聽, 聽到, 沒聽到, 聽得到, and 聽不到
🗣 Listener Challenge:
What can you hear from your window right now? Describe it in Mandarin and tag us @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to hear what your world sounds like! 🌏👂
🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!
🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
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