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Episode 32: 中国变成今天的中国都经历了什么？(What Did China Have To Go Through To Become Today's China?) May 31, 2020

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In past episodes, we have spoken about the two opium wars, the Sikkim expedition and the end of the Qing dynasty. In this episode, I read an excerpt from a book that illustrates very well what China was like during that period of time and how hard China had to fight to become today’s China. Today’s China should not be taken for granted.
The book is called 《为什么是毛泽东》(“Why Was It Mao Zedong”). As the title suggests, that period of time played an important role in how Chairman Mao came to power.
To see the transcript, visit: https://chinesecolloquialised.com

Episode 31: 中英第三次战争 (The Third Time China And Great Britain Went To War) May 24, 2020

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Also available on most major podcast platforms (e.g. Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / etc.).
In this episode, I talk about the third time China and the UK went into battle. Could it be as a result of opium again?! Let’s find out.
To see the transcript, visit: https://chinesecolloquialised.com

Episode 30: 中国人为什么用筷子? (Why Do Chinese People Use Chopsticks?) May 17, 2020

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In this episode, I explore why Chinese people use chopsticks and briefly touch upon the history of chopsticks.
To see the transcript, visit: https://chinesecolloquialised.com

Episode 29: 提笔忘字 (Forgetting How To Write A Chinese Character) May 10, 2020

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In this episode, I talk about the growing tendency of young people in China who are increasing forgetting how to write certain Chinese characters. I also talk about the 6 different ways in which Chinese characters are structured and used; knowing the formation of Chinese characters may help us to better remember the characters.
To see the transcript, visit: https://chinesecolloquialised.com

Episode 28: 中国桃文化（China's Culture Re. Peaches） May 03, 2020

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In this episode, I talk about the importance of peaches in Chinese culture.
To see the transcript, visit: https://chinesecolloquialised.com

Episode 27: 中国人为什么喜欢喝温水？（Why Do Chinese People Like Drinking Warm Water So Much?) Apr 26, 2020

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In this episode, I talk about why Chinese people like drinking warm water so much. I’ve had enough funny looks so I think it’s time to talk about it.
To see the transcript, visit: https://chinesecolloquialised.com

Episode 26: 留守儿童 (China's 'Left-Behind' Children) Apr 19, 2020

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There is a group of people in China known as the ‘left-behind’ children. In the rural, poorest areas of China, the parents of these children tend to leave home to work in the bigger cities. They may not return home much (measured in months and years) but they will usually send money home on a frequent basis. This is their way of offering better support to their families but it inevitably leaves a lasting impact on the children who are growing up without the love and care of their parents.
To see the transcript, visit: https://chinesecolloquialised.com

Episode 25: King Henry VIII VS 汉武帝（King Henry VIII VS Emperor Han Wu) Apr 12, 2020

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In this episode, I talk about the similarities between King Henry VIII and the seventh emperor of the Han dynasty of China.
To see the transcript, visit: https://chinesecolloquialised.com
YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/LFNytJ1MRE8

Episode 24: 抑郁（Depression） Apr 05, 2020

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In this episode, I talk about depression. Most of the world is now in lockdown mode, with the reduced level of social interaction, depressive symptoms may appear. I hope we can all look after our own mental wellbeing as well as look out for our family and friends.
To see the transcript, visit: https://chinesecolloquialised.com
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Episode 23: 长生不老药 (The Elixir Of Life) Mar 29, 2020

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In this episode, I talk about the pursuit by many Chinese emperors of the magical pill of immortality.
To see the transcript, visit: https://chinesecolloquialised.com
I've also been trying to think of more creative and fun ways that might help you to build vocabulary, YouTube link below.
YouTube: https://youtu.be/NTNYQjHYA9o

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