Chinese Around You: Learn Real Chinese Mandarin Through Stories & Culture

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你好！Whether you're saying 'nihao' for the first time or debating China's tech trends in Mandarin – welcome to Chinese Around You, where language meets living culture!  As a TESOL educator & CATTI-certified translator with 10,000+ teaching hours, I’ve seen learners struggle with two things:  1️⃣ Finding materials that grow with their level (from HSK1 beginners to HSK6+ advanced learners)  2️⃣ Understanding the ‘why’ behind Chinese habits– not just the language, but the culture that shapes it  That’s why every episode gives you:  ✨ Multi-level nuggets: HSK words explained through real-life scenarios    - Beginners: Key phrases with pinyin & slow pronunciation    - Intermediate: Grammar breakdowns & cultural insights    - Advanced: Slang, idioms, and deep dives into Chinese thinking  ✨ Culture decoded: From workplace norms to weekend rituals, we explore what makes China tick  ✨ Actionable practice: Tiered challenges for every level (try saying it → use it creatively → debate it)  DOWNLOAD the【podcast transcript with Pinyin and English】at https://ko-fi.com/chinesearoundyou Book one on one or group Chinese lessons with Melissa on italki: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/5041997 Chinese Around You monthly member to have access to podcast transcripts, bonus audio lessons, guided reading video lessons, meet-up and more! 

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