Dashu Mandarin Podcast

李璨理查BEN
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Hello, everyone, it's Dashu Mandarin here. We're three Chinese teachers that focus on providing authentic and valuable Chinese learning materials for the Chinese learners of intermediate level and above. In this Podcast, we will talk about all kinds of things concerning China and Chinese culture, society, etc. You can also watch the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfsNycNoClXZA1FuUJSGT0w Welcome to join us.

  1. 1d ago

    Chinese Podcast EP227: Jensen Huang's Cheating Scandal! Why Is Infidelity So Taboo in China?

    00:00 Welcome to Dashu Mandarin!00:45 Jensen Huang's Cheating Scandal02:51 Uncle Can Reacts: When Public Images Collapse04:44 Why Is Cheating Such a Big Deal in Chinese Culture?06:18 Rumors, Public Relations & Celebrity Image09:20 Should We Separate Personal Morality from Professional Success?10:29 Chinese Celebrities Whose Scandals Changed Their Careers18:00 Who Gets Blamed More for Cheating?19:00 A Baseball Hero's Scandal and Its Consequences22:52 Uncle Ben Asks: Could Uncle Can Resist Temptation?24:33 Uncle Can Shares Real-Life Stories of Infidelity28:26 He Called Another Woman on His Wedding Day?!34:32 Would Uncle Richard Accept an Open Relationship?38:07 Uncle Richard Reveals His Experience with Cheating40:57 Why Do Unhappy Couples Stay Together?42:49 Who Really Pays the Price for Infidelity?44:43 Honesty, Loyalty & Final ThoughtsJensen Huang's cheating scandal has sparked a heated conversation about marriage, loyalty, and public image.In this episode, Uncle Richard, Uncle Ben, and Uncle Can discuss why infidelity is such a sensitive topic in Chinese society. Why do cheating scandals sometimes destroy celebrities' careers? Are successful people more likely to give in to temptation? And could any of the three uncles accept an open relationship?Along the way, the uncles share surprising real-life stories about cheating, marriage, and betrayal—including some very personal experiences!A lively, honest, and sometimes hilarious conversation about relationships, cultural differences, and human nature, all in natural Mandarin Chinese.

  2. Nov 6

    Chinese Podcast EP226: She Faced Disability, Rejection & Failure… But Never Gave Up!

    Meet Teacher Minmin (郑敏), one of the most cheerful and energetic guests we've ever had on Dashu Mandarin!A childhood injury changed her life. She faced discrimination, failed the postgraduate entrance exam five times, and experienced plenty of unexpected challenges along the way.But how did she become such a positive, funny, and passionate Chinese teacher?In this episode, Uncle Can, Uncle Ben, and Uncle Richard chat with Minmin about her childhood, education, career struggles, teaching experiences, and the surprising stories that had everyone laughing.A heartfelt, hilarious, and inspiring conversation in natural Mandarin Chinese!

  3. Nov 1

    Chinese Podcast EP225: Uncle Can Had to Give Away His Cat… Uncle Ben's Dad Has a ZOO?!

    Have you ever had to say goodbye to a pet you truly loved? 🐱💔In this episode, Uncle Can shares the emotional story of how his family adopted a cat, slowly fell in love with it, and eventually had to give it away. What started as a happy experience turned into a heartbreaking goodbye.The conversation then takes some unexpected turns! Uncle Ben shares hilarious stories about his father's four dogs, rescued cats, and unusual family life. The three uncles also open up about family relationships, childhood memories, and the complicated bonds between parents and children.From funny animal stories to surprisingly personal conversations, join us for another spontaneous, heartfelt, and sometimes hilarious episode of Dashu Mandarin!

  4. Oct 26

    Chinese Podcast EP224: Breakup Changed His Life...How a Star Chinese Teacher was born!

    Can a breakup completely change your life? 💔Meet John (王建中), a Chinese teacher with 20 years of teaching experience! But believe it or not, his journey into teaching Chinese began with an unexpected breakup.From working in marketing to becoming a Chinese teacher, John shares how one painful experience changed his career path and eventually led him to discover his passion for teaching.In this episode, the four teachers also chat about love, marriage, relationships, and the ups and downs of life—with plenty of laughter along the way! 😂Check Teacher Jhon's channel here https://www.youtube.com/@UC9RHneALOnf29DgQ5PCyNdg

  5. Oct 19

    Chinese Podcast EP223: Uncle Ben's Most Awkward Trip in China!

    Uncle Ben is finally back from his month-long trip to China! 🇨🇳✈️From delicious food and rainy days in Chengdu to meeting students and old friends, he has plenty of stories to share.But one unexpected experience turned his trip into an incredibly awkward adventure! 😳What happened? And how did Uncle Ben end up caught in the middle of someone else's complicated situation?Join the three uncles for a hilarious, unscripted conversation about travel, friendship, relationships, and life's unexpected twists!

  6. Oct 12

    Chinese Podcast EP222: What Do Chinese Teachers Watch Before Bed? Guilty Pleasures Revealed!

    Maayot, a Chinese graded reading platform that sends short Chinese stories to learners regularly, making Chinese reading easier to turn into a habit. Check out Maayot here: 👉https://www.maayot.com/Maayot，一个中文分级阅读平台。它可以定期给学习者发送短篇中文故事，帮助学习者更轻松、更持续地进行中文阅读练习。0:00 开场5:29 Maayot 8:40 我们刷哪些不正经的短视频-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Even after a long, exhausting day, taking 5 minutes to scroll through short videos before bed has become a universal decompression ritual. In this unscripted episode of Dashu Mandarin, the three hosts peel back the curtain and reveal what’s really on their algorithm feeds!From viral news to bizzare late-night livestreams, this episode is packed with authentic Chinese vocabulary and hilarious life observations:NYC Mayor Speaks Chinese: A look at the NYC Mayor’s viral Mandarin video and how online Chinese teachers chased the clout!Late-Night Guilty Pleasures: Uncle Cha gets moved by retired dairy cows and globe-trotting cats, while Ben encounters chaotic livestreams, kids flipping tables, and driving simulators!Learning Chinese Through Short Videos: How 10-second action clips can actually serve as incredible material for advanced description practice.

  7. Oct 6

    Chinese Podcast EP221: Busted! Talking Behind His Back... And HE JOINED THE CALL?!

    An unscripted episode turned into an absolute surprise! What started as a casual gossip session about our favorite "mysterious 4th member"—Brice (布莱)—took an unexpected turn when HE LOCALLY JOINED THE CALL mid-conversation!In this episode, the uncles dive deep into Brice’s life in Taiwan, only for Brea himself to crash the party and share his side of the story:- The Romance & Reality: How Brice met his Japanese girlfriend Coco, navigating an international relationship, and facing the sudden financial pressures of dating in Taiwan.- The Caught Red-Handed Moment: Brice joins the live call while Uncle Cha is mid-gossip—leading to laughter, awkwardness, and a truly wholesome confrontation!- Stunning Photography & Tears: Brice shows off his secret talent as a talented photographer, sharing incredible visual stories from Vietnam, Japan, and Korea. Uncle Cha’s heartfelt compliments leave Brice visibly moved (and wiping away a tear!).- Learning Chinese & New Projects:Brice breaks down the differences between self-studying Chinese vs. attending language school at NTU, and introduces his newly built Chinese learning tracker app, Edenia.试试布莱的edenia - https://www.edenia.study/From romantic unexpected encounters to genuine moments of vulnerability, this is one of our most chaotic, heartfelt, and entertaining episodes yet!

  8. Sep 26

    Chinese Podcast EP220: Meeting Online Friends in Real Life: Crazy Stories & Awkward Moments!

    It’s an unscripted, completely spontaneous episode! Starting with zero preparation and a collective brain freeze, the three hosts dive into a genuinely candid conversation about meeting online friends in real life.What happens when your digital connections step into reality?Ben gets recognized at a Barcelona restaurant by a former student from two years ago!Uncle Richard shares a traumatic experience of being stood up by an online student and how it changed his approach to meeting people.Uncle Can talks about his wife’s online mom group organizing massive offline meetups, and his own story of finding like-minded souls online through children's literature.

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Hello, everyone, it's Dashu Mandarin here. We're three Chinese teachers that focus on providing authentic and valuable Chinese learning materials for the Chinese learners of intermediate level and above. In this Podcast, we will talk about all kinds of things concerning China and Chinese culture, society, etc. You can also watch the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfsNycNoClXZA1FuUJSGT0w Welcome to join us.

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  • Creator
    李璨理查BEN
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    221
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 李璨理查BEN
  • Show Website
    Dashu Mandarin Podcast

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