2025 is almost over! In this episode, we learn a Chinese idiom for "a new start." I will also teach you 6 lucky phrases using numbers 1 to 6. Let’s wish for a healthy and happy 2026!
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/12/ep79.html
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As 2025 comes to an end, what can we do now to avoid regret later? This episode shares 6 life lessons from 80-year-olds: keep your body strong, be brave to spend on experiences, declutter your home, and talk to your family. Start now and give your future self a wonderful gift.
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/12/ep78.html
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Pingtung is amazing! This episode shares my trip discovery: two very special nature parks you must book first. One is Bih-tou Grassland, a huge green field next to the blue Pacific Ocean. The other is Longkeng, a place with beautiful coral rock shapes where the waves sound like music.
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/12/ep77.html
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What happens when Google Maps fails you at huge transport hubs like Banqiao Station? This episode shares real-life tips on the art of asking for directions: how to choose the right person, ask precisely, and the vital role of kind strangers in saving your trip.
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/12/ep76.html
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 I fixed my sleep, but one night of TV made me "lose the good habit" (pò gōng)! Learn about this cool Chinese word and its meanings: effort is wasted, show the real you, and lose your skill.
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/12/ep75.html
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Are you a "pre-sleep phone scroller"? This episode shares why switching to a physical book instead of screens is the ultimate bedtime routine. We discuss how bedtime reading aids sleep, brings relaxation, and share personal reading recommendations!
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/11/ep74.html
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A November typhoon? We explore Taiwan’s unusual storm season and national Typhoon SOP. Discover the resilience and methods—from securing water and power to evacuations—that help the island minimize disaster.
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/11/ep73.html
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投資並非全無風險，投資人開戶、交易前應了解自身財務狀況及風險承受度，並詳閱投資相關說明文件。

——以上廣告由 Firstory 與【月城南廣告】共同執行——

Lidong (Beginning of Winter)! Discover Taiwanese tonic foods like Ginger Duck and Mutton Hot Pot to stay warm, boost immunity, and fight the cold.
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/11/ep72.html
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投資並非全無風險，投資人開戶、交易前應了解自身財務狀況及風險承受度，並詳閱投資相關說明文件。

——以上廣告由 Firstory 與【月城南廣告】共同執行——

Discussing "The Good Are Bullied." Learn from cat philosophy to set boundaries and live with confidence to stop being exploited.
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/11/ep71.html
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即日起至2025年底，打開將來銀行APP，單筆買美股ETF享前三筆買進0手續費；定期定額享0.1% 超低手續費優惠！

投資並非全無風險，投資人開戶、交易前應了解自身財務狀況及風險承受度，並詳閱投資相關說明文件。

——以上廣告由 Firstory 與【月城南廣告】共同執行——

The Mandarin Monster Challenge! 100 foreigners in Taiwan compete for a NT$300,000 prize. Beyond the brutal competition, the show highlights the contestants' positive attitude and teamwork, proving that the invisible rewards (friendship and growth) are more valuable than the prize money.
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/10/ep70the-mandarin-monster.html
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My silent kindness vs. the fear of disturbing. I hesitate to help, but a recent gesture inspires me to be braver.
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/10/ep69.html
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 Recently, persistent shoulder and arm pain sent me on a much-needed rehabilitation journey. My shoulder and arm pain forced me to realize: You absolutely cannot ignore your body's warnings!
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/10/ep68.html
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 I apologize for last week's break! Today, we celebrate Teachers' Day (Confucius' Birthday) by discussing the great ancient teacher's revolutionary ideas on education, followed by a look at the meaning of the Mid-Autumn Festival.
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/10/ep67.html
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This is the famous legend of how the 12 animals of the Chinese Zodiac were chosen and ranked. Find out which animals made the list, why the clever rat is in first place, and why the cat and rat became enemies.
Transcript： https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/09/ep66stories-in-chinese.html
Music by Audionautix.com
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Are you a fast-paced or slow-paced person? I'll share how I embrace my slow pace, the nickname my classmates gave me, and a humorous fable about a bear and two campers that shows why running faster than a bear isn't the only goal.
中文逐字稿Transcript： https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/09/ep65.html
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 I've had three rice cookers in my life, but my latest one is a game-changer! I'll share how its advanced functions make cooking easier and explain why rice is an essential part of my daily life.
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/09/ep64.html
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This is the famous tale of Chen Shimei, a handsome and intelligent man who betrays his wife and children after becoming a high-ranking official. It's a story that has made his name synonymous with being a heartless betrayer.
Transcript： https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/09/ep63stories-in-chinese.html
Music by Audionautix.com
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Do you always want new things? In this episode, we'll talk about the idiom "loving the new and loathing the old" and explore the difference between those who are fickle and those who are more nostalgic.
中文逐字稿Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/09/ep62.html
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Ever wondered about the difference between "new," "old," and "secondhand"? I’ll share my thoughts on why I love used books, and we'll explore how these concepts apply to everything from cars to houses and even our memories.
中文逐字稿Transcript： https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/09/ep61.html
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Do you know the story behind the Qixi Festival? Join me as I tell the classic Chinese legend of the separated lovers, the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl, who are reunited just once a year.
Transcript：https://chinesewithmanman.blogspot.com/2025/08/ep60stories-in-chinese.html
Music by Audionautix.com
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