Learning Chinese through Stories

LCTS
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Learning Chinese through Stories

Using more than 99% target language, LCTS听故事说中文 creates authentic and immersive Chinese language podcast. It covers a wide range of topics and proficiency levels(Novice, Intermediate, Advanced). Every story has two parts: story (A) and story explanation (B), accompanied by annotated vocabulary and transcript. For example, an episode titled "2.3.12 A" means this episode is at the level of Intermediate High (2.3), is the 12th episode created for this level, and is the story, not story explanation. You can also read along with the stories and explanations by becoming our patrons.

  1. 22 HR AGO

    2.3.28A《我们的家的男子汉》2 Story

    Welcome to 听故事说中文, the podcast where stories come alive to help you improve your Chinese language proficiency and cultural competency.  Today, we’re diving into the charming world of a young boy who embodies the spirit of curiosity and the joy of life. Left in the care of his family while his parents work in Anhui, this little "男子汉" wins hearts with his hearty appetite and playful nature. We’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode. Feel free to engage with us and share your comments. LCTS ************************************************************ Support Our Podcast If our podcast brings value to your life and you'd like to help us continue creating great content, consider becoming a patron for as little as $7 a month. As a patron, you will enjoy: ✨ Ad-free episodes for an uninterrupted listening experience. 📜Access to all story and story walkthrough transcripts. 📚 Comprehensive vocabulary lists. 🎧 EExclusive patron-only episodes. 💬 The opportunity to join our member community for weekly online meetups. Your support means the world to us and allows us to keep delivering the content you love. Thank you for considering becoming a part of our community! 💖 - LCTS ************************************************************ Check out our playlists on Spotify  Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist  Chinese for Intermediate High-Playlist Chinese for Advanced-Playlist  Chinese for Superior- Playlist  Chinese for Beginners-Playlist

    7 min

  2. 2 NOV

    2.3.27B《我们家的男子汉》1 Story Walkthrough

    Welcome to 听故事说中文, the podcast where stories come alive to help you improve your Chinese language proficiency and cultural competency.  Today, we’re diving into the charming world of a young boy who embodies the spirit of curiosity and the joy of life. Left in the care of his family while his parents work in Anhui, this little "男子汉" wins hearts with his hearty appetite and playful nature. We’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode. Feel free to engage with us and share your comments. LCTS ************************************************************ Support Our Podcast If our podcast brings value to your life and you'd like to help us continue creating great content, consider becoming a patron for as little as $7 a month. As a patron, you will enjoy: ✨ Ad-free episodes for an uninterrupted listening experience. 📜Access to all story and story walkthrough transcripts. 📚 Comprehensive vocabulary lists. 🎧 EExclusive patron-only episodes. 💬 The opportunity to join our member community for weekly online meetups. Your support means the world to us and allows us to keep delivering the content you love. Thank you for considering becoming a part of our community! 💖 - LCTS ************************************************************ Check out our playlists on Spotify  Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist  Chinese for Intermediate High-Playlist Chinese for Advanced-Playlist  Chinese for Superior- Playlist  Chinese for Beginners-Playlist

    34 min

  3. 26 OCT

    2.3.27A《我们家的男子汉》1Story

    Welcome to 听故事说中文, the podcast where stories come alive to help you improve your Chinese language proficiency and cultural competency.  Today, we’re diving into the charming world of a young boy who embodies the spirit of curiosity and the joy of life. Left in the care of his family while his parents work in Anhui, this little "男子汉" wins hearts with his hearty appetite and playful nature. We’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode. Feel free to engage with us and share your comments. LCTS ************************************************************ Support Our Podcast If our podcast brings value to your life and you'd like to help us continue creating great content, consider becoming a patron for as little as $7 a month. As a patron, you will enjoy: ✨ Ad-free episodes for an uninterrupted listening experience. 📜Access to all story and story walkthrough transcripts. 📚 Comprehensive vocabulary lists. 🎧 EExclusive patron-only episodes. 💬 The opportunity to join our member community for weekly online meetups. Your support means the world to us and allows us to keep delivering the content you love. Thank you for considering becoming a part of our community! 💖 - LCTS ************************************************************ Check out our playlists on Spotify  Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist  Chinese for Intermediate High-Playlist Chinese for Advanced-Playlist  Chinese for Superior- Playlist  Chinese for Beginners-Playlist

    6 min

  4. 5 OCT

    3.3.26B《乡下人家》Story walkthrough

    Welcome to 听故事说中文, the podcast where stories come alive to help you improve your Chinese language proficiency and cultural competency. In this episode we journey to the world of rural Chinese life, as captured through the evocative words of 陈醉云. Picture a humble village home, where melon vines gracefully climb trellises and vibrant gourds dangle like nature's own ornaments. These scenes, with their verdant greens and lively reds, form a unique charm that outshines the grandeur of urban stone lions and towering flagpoles. In this episode, we delve into the simple yet magnificent rural landscapes, where peonies and dahlias bloom according to the seasons, offering a glimpse into the rustic elegance of farm life. Imagine wandering among bamboo groves, discovering fresh shoots peeking through the earth, or witnessing the daily rituals of hens and their chicks foraging in harmony with nature. As evening falls, envision villagers dining under the open sky, surrounded by the gentle hues of dusk and the soothing chorus of katydids. This is a portrait of tranquility and harmony that only the countryside can offer. Join us as we explore these captivating stories, and don’t forget to share your thoughts and comments with us. R&S ************************************************************ Support Our Podcast If our podcast brings value to your life and you'd like to help us continue creating great content, consider becoming a patron for as little as $7 a month. As a patron, you will enjoy: ✨ Ad-free episodes for an uninterrupted listening experience. 📜Access to all story and story walkthrough transcripts. 📚 Comprehensive vocabulary lists. 🎧 EExclusive patron-only episodes. 💬 The opportunity to join our member community for weekly online meetups. Your support means the world to us and allows us to keep delivering the content you love. Thank you for considering becoming a part of our community! 💖 - LCTS ************************************************************ Check out our playlists on Spotify  Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist  Chinese for Intermediate High-Playlist Chinese for Advanced-Playlist  Chinese for Superior- Playlist  Chinese for Beginners-Playlist

    35 min

  5. 28 SEPT

    3.3.26A《乡下人家》 Story

    Welcome to 听故事说中文, the podcast where stories come alive to help you improve your Chinese language proficiency and cultural competency. In this episode we journey to the world of rural Chinese life, as captured through the evocative words of 陈醉云. Picture a humble village home, where melon vines gracefully climb trellises and vibrant gourds dangle like nature's own ornaments. These scenes, with their verdant greens and lively reds, form a unique charm that outshines the grandeur of urban stone lions and towering flagpoles. In this episode, we delve into the simple yet magnificent rural landscapes, where peonies and dahlias bloom according to the seasons, offering a glimpse into the rustic elegance of farm life. Imagine wandering among bamboo groves, discovering fresh shoots peeking through the earth, or witnessing the daily rituals of hens and their chicks foraging in harmony with nature. As evening falls, envision villagers dining under the open sky, surrounded by the gentle hues of dusk and the soothing chorus of katydids. This is a portrait of tranquility and harmony that only the countryside can offer. Join us as we explore these captivating stories, and don’t forget to share your thoughts and comments with us. R&S ************************************************************ Support Our Podcast If our podcast brings value to your life and you'd like to help us continue creating great content, consider becoming a patron for as little as $7 a month. As a patron, you will enjoy: ✨ Ad-free episodes for an uninterrupted listening experience. 📜Access to all story and story walkthrough transcripts. 📚 Comprehensive vocabulary lists. 🎧 EExclusive patron-only episodes. 💬 The opportunity to join our member community for weekly online meetups. Your support means the world to us and allows us to keep delivering the content you love. Thank you for considering becoming a part of our community! 💖 - LCTS ************************************************************ Check out our playlists on Spotify  Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist  Chinese for Intermediate High-Playlist Chinese for Advanced-Playlist  Chinese for Superior- Playlist  Chinese for Beginners-Playlist

    9 min

  6. 20 SEPT

    2.3.26B《永远的西瓜》Story Walkthrough

    Welcome to 听故事说中文, the podcast where stories come alive to help you improve your Chinese language proficiency and cultural competency. In today’s episode, we journey with renowned author Liang Xiaosheng into a summer memory. On a blazing hot day, our storyteller brings home a watermelon from the market, only to find it’s a “爆炸瓜” – an overripe melon. Planning to throw it away, he’s stopped by his wife’s excitement. She recalls her childhood, a time of scarcity, where such melons were a rare and cherished treat. Tune in to discover how a seemingly spoiled fruit can hold the sweetest of memories. Enjoying the episode? Share your thoughts and leave a comment! Your engagement enriches our storytelling community. - LCTS ************************************************************ Support Our Podcast If our podcast brings value to your life and you'd like to help us continue creating great content, consider becoming a patron for as little as $7 a month. As a patron, you will enjoy: ✨ Ad-free episodes for an uninterrupted listening experience. 📜Access to all story and story walkthrough transcripts. 📚 Comprehensive vocabulary lists. 🎧 EExclusive patron-only episodes. 💬 The opportunity to join our member community for weekly online meetups. Your support means the world to us and allows us to keep delivering the content you love. Thank you for considering becoming a part of our community! 💖 - LCTS ************************************************************ Check out our playlists on Spotify  Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist  Chinese for Intermediate High-Playlist Chinese for Advanced-Playlist  Chinese for Superior- Playlist  Chinese for Beginners-Playlist

    39 min

  7. 13 SEPT

    2.3.26A《永远的西瓜》Story

    Welcome to 听故事说中文, the podcast where stories come alive to help you improve your Chinese language proficiency and cultural competency. In today’s episode, we journey with renowned author Liang Xiaosheng into a summer memory. On a blazing hot day, our storyteller brings home a watermelon from the market, only to find it’s a “爆炸瓜” – an overripe melon. Planning to throw it away, he’s stopped by his wife’s excitement. She recalls her childhood, a time of scarcity, where such melons were a rare and cherished treat. Tune in to discover how a seemingly spoiled fruit can hold the sweetest of memories. Enjoying the episode? Share your thoughts and leave a comment! Your engagement enriches our storytelling community. R&S ************************************************************ Support Our Podcast If our podcast brings value to your life and you'd like to help us continue creating great content, consider becoming a patron for as little as $7 a month. As a patron, you will enjoy: ✨ Ad-free episodes for an uninterrupted listening experience. 📜Access to all story and story walkthrough transcripts. 📚 Comprehensive vocabulary lists. 🎧 EExclusive patron-only episodes. 💬 The opportunity to join our member community for weekly online meetups. Your support means the world to us and allows us to keep delivering the content you love. Thank you for considering becoming a part of our community! 💖 - LCTS ************************************************************ Check out our playlists on Spotify  Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist  Chinese for Intermediate High-Playlist Chinese for Advanced-Playlist  Chinese for Superior- Playlist  Chinese for Beginners-Playlist

    8 min

  8. 2 SEPT

    2.2.52B《一碗清汤面》Story Walkthrough

    Welcome to another episode of 听故事说中文! In this heartwarming story by 栗良平, we follow the tradition of a humble noodle shop in Tokyo named "小丸子" that stays open late every New Year's Eve. On one particularly cold New Year's Eve, a young mother and her two children, dressed in shabby clothes, enter the shop. The kind-hearted owners, moved by their plight, serve them a bowl of noodle soup with extra ingredients. This simple act of kindness becomes an annual tradition, and over the years, the children grow up and return to the shop, now successful young adults, to relive the cherished memory of their past. Please let us know if you like the story or have any topic you want us to cover . R&S ************************************************************ Support Our Podcast If our podcast brings value to your life and you'd like to help us continue creating great content, consider becoming a patron for as little as $7 a month. As a patron, you will enjoy: ✨ Ad-free episodes for an uninterrupted listening experience. 📜Access to all story and story walkthrough transcripts. 📚 Comprehensive vocabulary lists. 🎧 EExclusive patron-only episodes. 💬 The opportunity to join our member community for weekly online meetups. Your support means the world to us and allows us to keep delivering the content you love. Thank you for considering becoming a part of our community! 💖 - LCTS ************************************************************ Check out our playlists on Spotify  Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist  Chinese for Intermediate High-Playlist Chinese for Advanced-Playlist  Chinese for Superior- Playlist  Chinese for Beginners-Playlist

    44 min
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Using more than 99% target language, LCTS听故事说中文 creates authentic and immersive Chinese language podcast. It covers a wide range of topics and proficiency levels(Novice, Intermediate, Advanced). Every story has two parts: story (A) and story explanation (B), accompanied by annotated vocabulary and transcript. For example, an episode titled "2.3.12 A" means this episode is at the level of Intermediate High (2.3), is the 12th episode created for this level, and is the story, not story explanation. You can also read along with the stories and explanations by becoming our patrons.

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