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 sharing a nostalgic tale of 桂花雨, or "Osmanthus Rain," a story that takes us back to the author’s childhood in her coastal hometown. It’s a time when the air is filled with the enchanting fragrance of blooming osmanthus flowers, and the entire village comes together to harvest this delicate treasure before the looming threat of typhoon season. Through...
Feb 04, 2025•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 bring you a tale that is both a glimpse into history and a lesson in courage. Set in the late 19th century, our story follows a young Sun Yat-sen, the future father of modern China, as he navigates the traditional Confucian school system. In a classroom where rote learning and strict discipline reign supreme, Sun Yat-sen finds himself questioning the me...
Jan 22, 2025•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Free Transcript for Season 1 Episode 1-5 ************************************************************ Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a LCTS member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts for both RealLife Chinese for Beginners and Learning Chinese through stories. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can practice your spoken Chinese with Rui & Simeng and other language en...
Jan 13, 2025•4 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 bring you a tale that is both a glimpse into history and a lesson in courage. Set in the late 19th century, our story follows a young Sun Yat-sen, the future father of modern China, as he navigates the traditional Confucian school system. In a classroom where rote learning and strict discipline reign supreme, Sun Yat-sen finds himself questioning the me...
Dec 29, 2024•7 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 explore the transformative journey of Tang Ying, born in 1990 and regarded as "the model child" in her village. Working as a designer, Tang earned a sizable salary but faced a grueling commute and long hours, leading her to feel like a robot. Ultimately, she decided to return to her hometown, where she started a business selling cured meats with her fam...
Dec 13, 2024•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 explore the transformative journey of Tang Ying, born in 1990 and regarded as "the model child" in her village. Working as a designer, Tang earned a sizable salary but faced a grueling commute and long hours, leading her to feel like a robot. Ultimately, she decided to return to her hometown, where she started a business selling cured meats with her fam...
Nov 30, 2024•6 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Nov 21, 2024•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Nov 12, 2024•7 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Nov 02, 2024•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Oct 26, 2024•6 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 lio...
Oct 05, 2024•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 lio...
Sep 28, 2024•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 c...
Sep 20, 2024•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 c...
Sep 13, 2024•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Sep 02, 2024•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Aug 24, 2024•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to another episode of 听故事说中文! Today, we're diving into the incredible journey of BYD, a company whose name stands for "Build Your Dreams." Founded by Wang Chuanfu, a man with humble beginnings and a grand vision for electric vehicles, BYD has transformed from a small battery manufacturer in Shenzhen to a global leader in the electric car industry. Join us as we explore how Wang's determination and innovative spirit led BYD to create China's first mass-produced electric car and capture th...
Aug 13, 2024•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to another episode of 听故事说中文! Today, we're diving into the incredible journey of BYD, a company whose name stands for "Build Your Dreams." Founded by Wang Chuanfu, a man with humble beginnings and a grand vision for electric vehicles, BYD has transformed from a small battery manufacturer in Shenzhen to a global leader in the electric car industry. Join us as we explore how Wang's determination and innovative spirit led BYD to create China's first mass-produced electric car and capture th...
Jul 06, 2024•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to another episode of 听故事说中文! In this episode, we are sharing a story by Lao She that captures his evolving sentiments towards hens. At first, he expresses a deep dislike for hens, describing their incessant clucking and pecking as annoying. As the story progresses, he witnesses a hen fiercely protect and care for her brood, which changes his perspective. By the end of the episode, he concludes that a mother, whether a hen or a human, is a true hero, demonstrating responsibility, love, c...
Jun 25, 2024•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to another episode of 听故事说中文! In this episode, we are sharing a story by Lao She that captures his evolving sentiments towards hens. At first, he expresses a deep dislike for hens, describing their incessant clucking and pecking as annoying. As the story progresses, he witnesses a hen fiercely protect and care for her brood, which changes his perspective. By the end of the episode, he concludes that a mother, whether a hen or a human, is a true hero, demonstrating responsibility, love, c...
Jun 15, 2024•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to another episode of 听故事说中文! In this episode, we are sharing the unexpected struggles of "The People Who Sell Houses Like Cliff Drops," focusing on Yang Chenlu's regrettable journey of buying a house that quickly depreciated. From a heated dispute over a buyer's lowball offer to regret over a missed selling opportunity, we explore the harsh realities of today's real estate market in China. ************************************************************ Support Our Podcast If our podcast br...
Jun 08, 2024•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to another episode of 听故事说中文! In this episode, we are sharing the unexpected struggles of "The People Who Sell Houses Like Cliff Drops," focusing on Yang Chenlu's regrettable journey of buying a house that quickly depreciated. From a heated dispute over a buyer's lowball offer to regret over a missed selling opportunity, we explore the harsh realities of today's real estate market in China. ************************************************************ Support Our Podcast If our podcast br...
May 25, 2024•6 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to another episode of 听故事说中文! In this week's meetup, we talked about local flavors and how that connects us to our local community. ************************************************************ 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 walk...
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May 11, 2024•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast By becoming a member, you'll gain exclusive early access to 4 ad-free episodes/month, sync your Chinese learning experience with story and story walkthrough transcripts as well as episode-specific vocabulary lists. Plus, our weekly online meetups provide a platform for learners worldwide to practice speaking. ************************************************************ In this episode , we meet Mr. Wang, a man in his seventies who has been living alone since his wife passed away. Despite being i...
May 04, 2024•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Season2Conversation6《我要去买杯咖啡》 I'm going to go buy a cup of coffee Free Transcript for Season 1 Episode 1-5 ************************************************************ Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a LCTS member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts for both RealLife Chinese for Beginners and Learning Chinese through stories. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can pr...
Apr 21, 2024•7 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts as well as vocabulary list covered in our our conversation. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can practice your spoken Chinese with Rui & Simeng and other language enthusiasts ? Besides having exclusive access to the transcript, you can also engage in spontaneous conversations with other le...
Apr 21, 2024•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can practice your spoken Chinese with Rui & Simeng and other language enthusiasts ? Besides having exclusive access to the transcript, you can also engage in spontaneous conversations with other learners where you can improve your Chinese speaking skills i...
Apr 07, 2024•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can practice your spoken Chinese with Rui & Simeng and other language enthusiasts ? Besides having exclusive access to the transcript, you can also engage in spontaneous conversations with other learners where you can improve your Chinese speaking skills i...
Mar 26, 2024•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Season2Conversation1《今天晚上去不去看电影》 Free Transcript for Season 1 Episode 1-5 ************************************************************ Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a LCTS member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts for both RealLife Chinese for Beginners and Learning Chinese through stories. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can practice your spoken Chinese with R...
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