Learning Chinese Through Stories

Today, we delve into a thought-provoking phenomenon that has garnered significant attention and sparked intense debates in recent times. It all started in April 2021 when a post titled "Tang Ping Ji Shi Zheng Yi" (Lying Flat Is Justice) surfaced on the popular Chinese online community, Baidu Tieba. This post quickly caught the eyes of many, resonating with a large number of individuals. Join us as we explore the various perspectives and delve into the complexities of the "lying flat" movement, shedding light on the shifting dynamics of societal expectations and personal fulfillment in today's fast-paced world. ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback

Celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month of the lunar calendar, Dragon boat festival holds a significant place in the hearts of the Chinese people, tracing its roots back thousands of years. But why do we have the Dragon Boat Festival? Let's travel back in time to the Zhou Dynasty, an era when China was divided into seven warring states. ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we receive, and it helps

Celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month of the lunar calendar, Dragon boat festival holds a significant place in the hearts of the Chinese people, tracing its roots back thousands of years. But why do we have the Dragon Boat Festival? Let's travel back in time to the Zhou Dynasty, an era when China was divided into seven warring states. Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if

In this episode, we delve into a personal journey that challenges societal expectations and embraces the essence of living freely. The episode explores a profound quote, "你并不是为了一个什么目的在做一件事情，你只是很自由地活着而已" (You're not doing something for a specific purpose; you're simply living freely). Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we r

In this episode, we delve into a personal journey that challenges societal expectations and embraces the essence of living freely. The episode explores a profound quote, "你并不是为了一个什么目的在做一件事情，你只是很自由地活着而已" (You're not doing something for a specific purpose; you're simply living freely). Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we r

Leaving Alibaba without having another job lined up. Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we receive, and it helps us craft the following week’s Podcast. Leaving us a review on iTunes ! ************************************************************ If you are not in China, but want to get busy learning/speaking Chinese  with a

Leaving Alibaba without having another job lined up. Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we receive, and it helps us craft the following week’s Podcast. Leaving us a review on iTunes ! ************************************************************ If you are not in China, but want to get busy learning/speaking Chinese  with a

In these podcast episodes, we delve into the essential topic of supporting and comforting our friends when they appear upset. We provide you with practical phrases and questions to show your concern and offer solace during their difficult moments. Transcript of this episode  ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we receive, and it helps us craft the following week’s Podcast. Leaving us a review

Shout out to Edwin for sharing with us this idea of creating an episode of Chinese Idioms involving body parts ! In this episode we went through 5 categories and covered 11 idioms that involve body parts. Help us keep LCTS going and reach 200 patrons  https://www.patreon.com/learningchinesethroughstories Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciat

In this podcast episode, two college students, "琳琳儿" and "奔跑的蜗牛Running Snail," share their experiences of college life and how students can create their own unique experiences. We would love to hear your thoughts on what you think makes a great college experience and how you've made the most out of your time in university. R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we receive, and it helps u

In this episode, we will be discussing a common grammatical structure in Chinese that expresses the idea of "doing two things at the same time". This structure is known as "一边......一边......" (yī biān...yī biān...) and is often used to convey coordination between actions. We will explore various examples of this structure in use. We're always excited to hear from you. If you have any questions, comments, or additional examples to share, we'd love to hear from you. ************************************************************ Chinese for Superior- LCTS Chinese for Advanced-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate High-LCTS Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist Chinese for Beginners-Playlist If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will help more people find

In this episode, we will be exploring the fascinating world of Chinese historical dramas and delving into some of the most commonly used expressions found in these beloved shows. ************************************************************ Chinese for Superior- LCTS Chinese for Advanced-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate High-LCTS Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist Chinese for Beginners-Playlist If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will help more people find the podcast. Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Follow and subscribe for free Get the next episode as soon as it is available by following/subscribing it for free at Apple Podcast  Google Podcast Spotify

In this podcast episode, two college students, "琳琳儿" and "奔跑的蜗牛Running Snail," share their experiences of college life and how students can create their own unique experiences. We would love to hear your thoughts on what you think makes a great college experience and how you've made the most out of your time in university. R&S ************************************************************ If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will help more people find the podcast. Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Follow and subscribe for free Get the next episode as soon as it is available by following/subscribing it for free at Apple Podcast  Google Podcast Spotify

Xu Beihong drawing galloping horses Shout out to Dominic for sharing the idea of this topic with us ! THANK YOU!! Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. ************************************************************ Chinese for Superior- Playlist Chinese for Advanced-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate High-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist Chinese for Beginners-Playlist If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will help more people find the podcast. Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Follow and subscribe for free Get the next episode as soon as it is available by following/subscribing it for free at Apple Podcast  Google Podcast Spotify

Xu Beihong drawing galloping horses Shout out to Dominic for sharing the idea of this topic with us ! THANK YOU!! Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. ************************************************************ If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will help more people find the podcast. Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Follow and subscribe for free Get the next episode as soon as it is available by following/subscribing it for free at Apple Podcast  Google Podcast Spotify

The man who is great at playing with fire- Guoqiang Cai This episode was recorded at the request of our patron- Mathieu Bernimont! Thank you for your suggestion, Mathieu ! Please stay tuned for story walkthrough. Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. ************************************************************ Chinese for Superior- LCTS Chinese for Advanced-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate High-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist Chinese for Beginners-Playlist If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will help more people find the podcast. Thank you!!

The man who is great at playing with fire- Guoqiang Cai This episode was recorded at the request of our patron- Mathieu Bernimont! Thank you for your suggestion, Mathieu ! Please stay tuned for story walkthrough. Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. ************************************************************ Chinese for Superior- LCTS Chinese for Advanced-Playlist Chinese for Intermediate High-LCTS Chinese for Intermediate-Playlist Chinese for Beginners-Playlist If you think our podcast is valuable to you and others,  become our patron for as low as $5/month.You will have access to the transcripts, vocabulary list and patrons only episodes. ************************************************************ Are you already a listener? Leaving the show a review on iTunes will help more people find the podcast. Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Follow and subscribe for free Get the next episode as soon as it is available by following/subscribing it for free at

Notch the boat in search of the sword, a classic story from Master Lü's Spring and Autumn Annals（吕氏春秋） (239 BC)  

Notch the boat in search of the sword, a classic story from Master Lü's Spring and Autumn Annals（吕氏春秋） (239 BC)    

In this episode, we'll be taking a closer look at an explosive masterpiece created by the renowned Chinese artist Cai Guoqiang - "天梯" (Tianti), which translates to "Sky Ladder." Tianti is a breathtaking firework artwork that was first unveiled in 2015 in the city of Quanzhou, China. The piece consists of a series of ladder-like structures, which are suspended in mid-air and then set alight, creating a stunning display of light and sound. The result is a truly awe-inspiring spectacle that captures the beauty and power of fire. Cai Guoqiang is no stranger to creating spectacular firework displays, having worked on many high-profile events around the world, including the opening ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics. However, Tianti is a unique and deeply personal work for him, inspired by childhood memories of his grandmother and the idea of reaching for the heavens. In this episode, we'll explore the inspiration behind Tianti, the technical challenges of creating such an intricate and complex artwork, an