In this first episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber break down a shocking rise in bear attacks across Japan — a record-high number of injuries and deaths that is now affecting autumn travel, local safety, and national policy.

本集討論今年日本「熊害事件」為何創新高、背後的環境因素、政府的因應措施，以及你在賞楓、登山或滑雪時應該知道的安全指南。

News source:《遠見》GVM, 2025/11/05, 陳育晟 (https://www.gvm.com.tw/article/125373)

📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese

🎯 In this episode, we cover:
– 今年日本熊害事件為何創下史上新高 (Why bear attacks in Japan hit a historic high this year)
– 氣候變暖與棲地破壞如何導致熊頻繁下山 (How climate & habitat loss pushed bears closer to humans)
– 政府出動自衛隊，社會對「撲殺 vs 生態修復」的討論 (Government response: Self-Defense Forces and public debate)
– 賞楓、登山、滑雪等旅遊活動的防熊自保指南 (Safety guidelines for travelers during autumn & winter activities)

🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom. ✨

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New Year’s Eve in Taiwan is more than just a countdown. In this episode, Joeru talks about what 「跨年」 really means, how it’s different from 「過年」, and why the countdown near 台北101 is such a big thing. From fireworks and concerts to staying in with friends, this episode shares real-life Mandarin you’ll actually hear around New Year’s.

📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese

🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
– What 「跨年」 means, and how it’s different from 「過年」
– Why January 1st (元旦) makes late-night celebrations easier in Taiwan
– What happens at Taiwan’s famous New Year’s Eve countdown events
– Common, everyday ways people celebrate if they don’t like big crowds

🗣 Listener Challenge:
你打算怎麼慶祝呢？你們國家有沒有特別的跨年活動？
How are you planning to celebrate? Are there any special New Year’s traditions in your country?

☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.

🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
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Ready to set your New Year goals—in Mandarin? ✨ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru walk you through five essential patterns for expressing wishes, plans, and intentions. From light ideas to firm commitments, you’ll learn how Mandarin subtly changes depending on how serious you are about your goals. Perfect for starting 2026 with clarity and confidence!

📘 Podcast Notes
Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.
Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese

🎯 Today’s Topic
How to express New Year wishes, hopes, plans, and decisions in natural Mandarin

🗝 Key Sentence
我希望明年可以賺大錢！(Wǒ xīwàng míngnián kěyǐ zhuàn dàqián!)
I hope I can make lots of money next year!

🗣 Listener Challenge
明年的你，想做什麼？希望什麼？打算什麼？
What’s one intention you have for 2026?
Try making a sentence using 我想 / 我希望 / 我打算 / 我計劃 / 我決定, and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!

🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記
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🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文

Why do Taiwanese people love 冷笑話 so much? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru break down the world of Chinese “cold jokes” — the jokes that make you question your life choices… and then laugh anyway. From simple Q&A riddles to Taiwan’s signature 諧音哏 (sound-based puns), you’ll learn how these jokes work, why they’re everywhere, and how to catch the hidden punchline like a local.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
– What “冷笑話” originally meant and how the meaning changed
– Why Taiwan LOVES sound-based puns (諧音哏)
– Examples of classic cold jokes you’ll hear on drink covers, menus, and even shop names
– How to recognize & enjoy 諧音哏 in daily life

🗣 Listener Challenge:
Tell us the best (or worst!) 冷笑話 you’ve ever heard — or try making your own 諧音哏!
Tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese so we can laugh (or cringe) with you 😂

🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬

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Feeling chilly lately? ❄️ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you how to say “It’s cold” in Mandarin — from the simple 很冷 (hěn lěng) to fun, expressive phrases like 冷死了！(lěng sǐ le!) and 冷得要命！(lěng de yàomìng!). You’ll also learn how “cold” can describe not just the weather, but even a bad joke — the famous 冷笑話 (lěng xiàohuà)!

🎯 Today’s Topic: Ways to express “cold” in Mandarin and how Taiwanese people stay warm in winter

🗝 Key Sentence: 今天好冷喔！（Jīntiān hǎo lěng o!）– It’s so cold today!

🗣 Listener Challenge:
天氣冷的時候，你會做什麼？(Tiānqì lěng de shíhou, nǐ huì zuò shénme?)
What do you usually do when it’s cold?
Share your answer in our Instagram Story (you’ll find it in our “Listener Challenge” highlight!) 💛

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
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🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文

What temperature counts as “cold” in Taiwan? 🧣 In this episode, Mindy talks about how Taiwanese people define “cold” — and why locals start wearing puffy jackets and using hand warmers as soon as the temperature drops below 20°C! You’ll also learn why Taiwan’s humid winters can feel even colder than snowy weather in Japan or Korea, and how people stay warm with heaters, “little suns,” and hot pot nights.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
– How “cold” feels different in a tropical, humid climate
– Common winter habits and phrases you’ll hear in Taiwan
– Why Taiwanese people say they’re afraid of wet cold, not dry cold

🗣 Listener Challenge:
你覺得幾度算冷？(Nǐ juéde jǐ dù suàn lěng?)
What temperature counts as cold for you?
Tell us your answer in our Instagram Story — and check out the “Listener Challenge” highlight to see how others answered! 💛

☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time. 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary and tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
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🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文

Is it pouring or just a drizzle? 🌧️ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you how to describe rainy weather in Mandarin — from light drizzle (下毛毛雨) to heavy downpour (下大雨) — and how to sound more natural using the pattern 雨下得～. You’ll also learn everyday words like 打雷, 閃電, 淋雨, and the funny expression 落湯雞 (“soaked like a wet chicken” 🐔).

🎯 Today’s Topic: How to talk about rain and humid weather in Mandarin

🗝 Key Sentence: 雨下得很大！（Yǔ xià de hěn dà!） – It’s raining heavily!

🗣 Listener Challenge:
今天的天氣怎麼樣？你那裡下雨了嗎？
How’s the weather where you are today? Try using 「下雨」 or 「雨下得很大」 in your own sentence and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

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🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文

In this episode, Mindy and Joeru dive into Taiwanese dining etiquette — from waiting for elders to start eating, to using public chopsticks, to why you should never stick your chopsticks straight into your rice. They also compare how dining culture in Taiwan differs from Western table manners — where everyone has their own plate and sticking to utensil order matters!

In this episode, we cover:
– Common do’s and don’ts at a Taiwanese dinner table (like waiting for elders and not making chewing sounds)
– Why sharing dishes (合菜) reflects Taiwan’s community values
– Key differences between Western “individual dining” and Taiwan’s “shared dining”
– How the idea of not wasting food leads to Taiwan’s strong “打包 culture”
– Personal stories and cross-cultural surprises from both hosts

🗣 Listener Challenge:
Next time you eat with Taiwanese friends, try noticing one table manner that feels different from your culture. Share your experience or sentence in Mandarin and tag us @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to hear your thoughts!

🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬

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Sharing dishes is a big part of Taiwanese food culture — whether you’re eating with friends, family, or colleagues. In this episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you the most useful verbs and polite phrases you’ll hear at a family-style table, plus how to ask others to help serve you in a natural, Taiwanese way.

🎯 Today’s Topic: Common verbs and polite phrases used when eating family-style in Mandarin

🗝 Key Sentence: 請幫我夾菜。（Qǐng bāng wǒ jiá cài。）– Please help me get some food

🗣 Listener Challenge:
Use 我幫你／請幫我 + action to describe something you would say during a shared meal.
Example: 我幫你盛飯 / 請幫我倒茶.
Share your sentence with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese! 🍽️💛

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
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🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文

Did you know there are “rules” when eating in Taiwan? 🥢🍚 In this episode, Mindy talks about what’s considered polite — and impolite — at the Taiwanese dinner table. From how to hold your bowl and chopsticks, to sitting posture and when to use 公筷母匙 (public chopsticks and spoons), you’ll learn the habits that shape how people eat together in Taiwan.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
– What “餐桌” (dining table) means in Mandarin
– Chopstick rules: why you shouldn’t stick them in your rice or food
– Proper posture and polite table behavior
– How 合菜 (shared dining) changes dining etiquette
– The meaning behind 公筷母匙 (public chopsticks and spoons)

🗣 Listener Challenge:
What about your culture? Are the dining rules similar or totally different from Taiwan’s? Share your thoughts in Mandarin on Instagram and tag us @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to hear your stories!

☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time. 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary and tips!

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How do you eat your meal — with chopsticks or a fork? 🥢🍴 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru explore the everyday Mandarin words for tableware — from chopsticks and spoons to plates, bowls, and cups. You’ll learn how to use the simple yet powerful pattern 用 + [餐具] + [動作] to describe what you do at the table in natural Mandarin.

🎯 Today’s Topic: Common tableware words and how to say what you do with them

🗝 Key Sentence: 我用筷子夾菜。(Wǒ yòng kuàizi jiá cài.) – I use chopsticks to pick up food.

🗣 Listener Challenge:
你吃飯的時候，會用什麼餐具？ What tableware do you usually use when you eat? Try making one sentence in Mandarin — for example:
👉 我喜歡用筷子吃麵。(I like to use chopsticks to eat noodles.)
👉 我常用杯子喝咖啡。(I often use a cup to drink coffee.)
Share your sentence on Instagram and tag us @bitesize.chinese!

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

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🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文

What’s it like to share an apartment with roommates? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk about 合租 hézū — shared renting, and what it’s like to live with other people under one roof.
They discuss common rental types in Taiwan, like 套房 (studio) and 雅房 (shared room), and explore the real-life ups and downs of roommate life — from keeping shared spaces clean, splitting chores, to dealing with different personalities.
You’ll also learn practical Mandarin for talking about conflicts, communication, and coordination — all essential topics if you live with others or want to describe your own living situation in Chinese!

In this episode, you’ll learn:
– Vocabulary for describing rental types and roommate relationships
– How to talk about house chores, habits, and shared spaces
– Useful expressions for conflicts, communication, and compromise

🗣 Listener Challenge:
What kind of roommate are you — quiet, tidy, or messy?
Describe your ideal roommate in Mandarin and tell us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!

🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬

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Looking for a place to live in Taiwan? 🏠 In this week’s episode, Mindy and Joeru chat about how to describe your apartment in Mandarin — from cozy studios and shared rooms to words you’ll need when signing a lease. From 套房 to 房東, this episode covers all the essential words you’ll need when renting in Taiwan — including what 頂樓加蓋 really means.

🎯 Today’s Topic: Real-life Mandarin for describing apartments

🗝 Key Sentence: 我租了一間套房。(Wǒ zū le yì jiān tào fáng.) — I rented a studio.

🗣 Listener Challenge: Which kind of apartment sounds most like you? Try saying it in Mandarin and share it with us @bitesize.chinese!

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

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What’s it like to rent an apartment in Taiwan? In this episode, Mindy shares her real-life renting experiences — from her very first tiny studio near university to her favorite loft apartment (and even a rooftop room that was way too hot!). She also breaks down the most common housing types in Taiwan, including 整層公寓 (whole apartment), 套房 (studio), 雅房 (shared room), and 頂樓加蓋 (rooftop apartment) — and offers practical tips for apartment hunting, like what to check before signing a contract and how to ask what’s included in your rent.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
– The most common types of rental housing in Taiwan
– Practical Mandarin phrases for renting and signing contracts
– Mindy’s personal renting stories (and lessons learned!)

🗣 Listener Challenge:
Have you ever rented a place in another country?
What’s your dream apartment like?
Tell us in the comments on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!

☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time. 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary and tips!

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In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk about all the fees you need to know when renting an apartment in Mandarin — from rent and deposit to monthly bills like water, electricity, and internet. You’ll learn how to say common “XX 費” words and useful sentences for daily conversations about housing costs.

🎯 Today’s Topic: Talking about rental costs and common “XX 費” words in Mandarin

🗝 Key Sentence: 房租多少錢？（Fángzū duōshǎo qián？）— How much is the rent?

🗣 Listener Challenge: What kind of fees do you pay for your apartment? Try saying it in Mandarin using today’s new words and tell us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

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🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文

200 episodes?! We honestly can’t believe it. This special episode is all about you — our amazing listeners. In this episode, we answer your questions, share some behind-the-scenes stories, and reflect on what we’ve learned from creating Bitesize Chinese over the years. Whether you’ve been with us since episode 1 or just found us last week, thank you for learning with us. 💛

In this episode, we cover:
– How Bitesize Chinese got started and how Mindy and Joeru met!
– How to stay motivated without a classroom
– Listener appreciation + our favorite messages
– What we’ve learned from teaching and podcasting
– Future plans: podcast notes, higher-level content, current events & more!

🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actuallyspeak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬

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Did you know that one little word like 聽 (tīng) can express seven different meanings in Mandarin? 👂 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru break down the differences between 聽, 聽了, 沒聽, 聽到, 沒聽到, 聽得到, and 聽不到

You’ll learn how to tell the difference between:
✅ listening vs. hearing
✅ completed vs. failed actions
✅ ability vs. result
And you’ll walk away ready to describe what you can (and can’t!) hear — all in Mandarin.

🎯 Today’s Topic: the different meanings of 聽, 聽了, 沒聽, 聽到, 沒聽到, 聽得到, and 聽不到

🗣 Listener Challenge:
What can you hear from your window right now? Describe it in Mandarin and tag us @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to hear what your world sounds like! 🌏👂

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

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🎉 🎉 🎉
We’re celebrating 200 episodes — and we want you in it!
Bitesize Chinese is turning 200 episodes, and we’re making a special episode featuring your voice.
Send us a short voice message (10–20 seconds) to:
– Share a funny or meaningful learning story
– Tell us your favorite episode
– Or ask us anything — about Chinese, teaching, or Holden the cat 🐈
🧡 Submit your voice via DM or check the “Ep.200” Story Highlight on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for details!
Submission Deadline: Nov 6, 2025

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Every country has its unique soundtrack — and Taiwan’s everyday sounds are full of memories and stories. In this episode, Joeru takes us on an audio journey through the sounds that define life in Taiwan — from morning cicadas and buzzing scooters to the evening garbage trucks that play cheerful tunes.

In this episode, we cover:
– Why cicadas mean “summer has arrived” ☀️
– The sounds that fill Taipei mornings: scooters, alarms, and busy streets 🛵
– Iconic tones from FamilyMart, 7-Eleven, and the MRT 🎶
– Why Taiwan’s musical garbage trucks surprise so many foreigners 🗑️
– A night call from the black-crowned night heron, Taiwan’s slow-walking park bird 🐦

🗣 Listener Challenge:
What sound reminds you of home? 🎧 Share it with us on Instagram — @bitesize.chinese

☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time. 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary and tips!

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🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文

🎉 🎉 🎉
We’re celebrating 200 episodes — and we want you in it!
Bitesize Chinese is turning 200 episodes, and we’re making a special episode featuring your voice.
Send us a short voice message (10–20 seconds) to:
– Share a funny or meaningful learning story
– Tell us your favorite episode
– Or ask us anything — about Chinese, teaching, or Holden the cat 🐈
🧡 Submit your voice via DM or check the “Ep.200” Story Highlight on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for details!
Submission Deadline: Nov 6, 2025

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Have you ever wondered how animals “speak Chinese”? 🐶🐱🦟 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru explore some of the cutest (and funniest) sound words in Mandarin. You’ll learn how these onomatopoeic words are used in real sentences and how they make Mandarin storytelling come alive.

🎯 Today’s Topic: Animal sounds and human noises (onomatopoeic)

🗝 Key Sentence: Holden不常喵喵叫。(Holden bù cháng miāo miāo jiào。)

🗣 Listener Challenge:
What’s a fun sound word in your language? Share it with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文

🎉 🎉 🎉
We’re celebrating 200 episodes — and we want you in it!
Bitesize Chinese is turning 200 episodes, and we’re making a special episode featuring your voice.

Send us a short voice message (10–20 seconds) to:
– Share a funny or meaningful learning story
– Tell us your favorite episode
– Or ask us anything — about Chinese, teaching, or Holden the cat 🐈

🧡 Submit your voice via DM or check the “Ep.200” Story Highlight on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for details!
Submission Deadline: Nov 6, 2025

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When the season changes, everyone seems to feel it — the weather, the mood, even the shopping malls start to shift! In this episode, Mindy and Joeru chat about what “season change” means in Taiwan, from how locals notice subtle weather changes to what people do to stay healthy, adjust skincare routines, and even prepare for end-of-season sales.

In this episode, we cover:
– What “換季 (huàn jì)” means in Taiwan and why it’s not as dramatic as “four seasons” abroad
– Seasonal signs in nature — from cherry blossoms to typhoon season and hot spring trips
– Health and skincare habits people follow to prevent allergies and dry skin
– Why “換季出清” (season-end sales) are the best time to shop for deals
– How Taiwanese households prepare for the shift — from cleaning air conditioners to carrying mini fans or heat packs

🗣 Listener Challenge:
你覺得你們國家的「換季」有什麼特色？ What’s one thing people in your country usually do when the season changes? Tell us in the comments or tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese 💛

🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬

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🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文