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Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
stephanie
34 episodes
1 month ago
In this episode we get to hear "suitcase stories" from a local friend outside of the XIS community. Audrey's work as a teacher and translator and her involvement with English corners have given her lots of opportunities to interact with and build relationships with foreigners in China and she has some great insights to share. We also get to hear G10 student, Kimi Lee, share a collaborative approach to learning about culture as well as learn the saying, "三人行必有我师“/”When there are 3 people walki...
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In this episode we get to hear "suitcase stories" from a local friend outside of the XIS community. Audrey's work as a teacher and translator and her involvement with English corners have given her lots of opportunities to interact with and build relationships with foreigners in China and she has some great insights to share. We also get to hear G10 student, Kimi Lee, share a collaborative approach to learning about culture as well as learn the saying, "三人行必有我师“/”When there are 3 people walki...
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Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S4 Suitcase Stories E4
In this episode we get to hear "suitcase stories" from a local friend outside of the XIS community. Audrey's work as a teacher and translator and her involvement with English corners have given her lots of opportunities to interact with and build relationships with foreigners in China and she has some great insights to share. We also get to hear G10 student, Kimi Lee, share a collaborative approach to learning about culture as well as learn the saying, "三人行必有我师“/”When there are 3 people walki...
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2 months ago
42 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S4 Suitcase Stories E3
In this conversation we get to hear from our very own Miss Harris (XIS Principal) and Niu Laoshi (lead for XIS' Chinese language program)! Both of them have a lot of experience (and stories!) of watching new arrivals come and adjust to their new life here in China and at XIS. We also learn some important cultural tips from XIS G10 student, Helina Ju, as well as learn the idiom, "因地制宜“/ ”Suit measures to local conditions".
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2 months ago
39 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S4 Suitcase Stories E2
This is a special episode, where two of XIS's summer interns, Laura and Andrea Gonzalez, interview XIS G5 teacher, Tori Vaughn, about her "suitcase stories". We also get a great opportunity to learn some valuable lessons from XIS G11 student, Uri Kim as well as learn the idiom, "礼尚往来“/”Courtesy demands reciprocity".
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2 months ago
32 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S4 Suitcase Stories E1
,We get to hear some great advice from XIS G11 student, William Zhang, that includes the idiom, "入乡随俗“/ "When you enter the village follow their customs." We also get a chance to hear from XIS's former G2 teacher, Sidney Stewart: What she brought with her, all that she gained and learned during her stay in China, and what she wants to take back to her passport culture.
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2 months ago
44 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
Season 4 "Suitcase Stories" Promo
This season: Suitcase Stories — exploring the deeply personal journeys of going and staying in China. What do we pack when we cross cultures? What do we carry home? And what transforms us along the way? From unexpected discoveries to hard-won lessons, these conversations dive into what makes Chinese culture unique and how it shapes us. Hear stories about the things we carry, the things we leave behind, and how China changes us. Join us next week, October 21, for Episode 1 of Season 4.
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3 months ago
4 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S3 E5恭喜发财May you have a prosperous new year! (CNY Part 2)
In this episode we get to hear Kevin Hu and Lucy Liu, two local friends, give explanation of and insight into some of the traditions of CNY as well as share some of their favorite memories. I learned a lot from this conversation and am excited to share it with you. Also we get a chance to learn about 红包/hóngbāo/red packets from XIS senior, Asher Wendler. We would love your feedback on this season of episodes about traditional Chinese holidays. Thanks! https://form.jotform.com/stephanie...
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1 year ago
1 hour 1 minute

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S3 E4 新年快乐Happy New Year (CNY Part 1)
Chinese New Year (CNY) is so big that it needs at least 2 episodes. In this episode (Part 1) we get the "outsider's" perspective with Paul and Analisa. They share what it's like celebrating this important holiday with local friends and what they have learned about the holiday and Chinese culture through their experiences. We also get to hear April Carrillo share her favorite CNY memory and XIS senior, Hanna Jung, share a CNY origin story. Next week we'll get to hear about CNY from two local f...
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2 years ago
32 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S3 E3 端午安康Dragon Boat Festival
What do dragon boat races, a patriot-poet named Qu Yuan, zongzi (glutinous rice- with filling- steamed in bamboo leaves) and fragrant pouches have in common? They are all connected with a holiday that falls on the 5th day of the 5th month of the lunar calendar. In this episode we will talk with Louisa Xia and Athena Hao about their understanding of and experiences with Dragon Boat Festival. We also get to hear Xi'an International School 2023 alumna, Paulina Yao tell the well known story of Qu...
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2 years ago
30 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S3 E2清明节安康Tomb Sweeping Festival
Tomb sweeping festival (清明节qīngmíngjié) may be observed in the early spring (April 4 or 5) but learning about the meaning and traditions associated with it can give us insight into Chinese culture that is helpful no matter what season we're in. This episode features a conversation with He Laoshi (Teacher He) as well as a conversation with DeAnn, an American that has taught English in China for many years. Both of them share their experiences with Tomb sweeping festival and what stands o...
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2 years ago
54 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S3 E1中秋节快乐Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
,With Mid-Autumn Festival right around the corner, it's a great time to get a taste for the season through stories. In this episode, Melinda Tan and Deborah Liu share their hometown and away from home memories and experiences with Mid-Autumn Festival . At the end of the episode we also get to hear Kyle Ju tell the famous Mid-Autumn Festival legend of Houyi and Chang'e.
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2 years ago
38 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S210 第二故乡Second Home
This episode features a conversation with my good friends, Steve and Linda. They share about their experiences when they first arrived in China back in the late 80's/early 90s, what they've loved about their lives in China over the almost 3 decades they've spent here, and the deep friendships they've made along the way. At the end of the episode, XIS senior, Joseph Kim, teaches some life wisdom through the Chinese idiom, "盲人摸象/mángrénmōxiàng/3 blind men touching an elephant". Since this is ...
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2 years ago
47 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S2E9 做积极的倾听者Leading and Listening
This episode features XLIS Deputy Head of School, Brian Lalor. Brian shares with us what he's learned about culture and life as he's lived and been a leader in Xi'an as well as in other cross-cultural contexts in Asia. At the end of the episode, XIS senior, Abraham Kim, teaches us some Chinese history and a life lesson through the idiom, "纸上谈兵/zhǐshàngtánbīng/To discuss battle tactics on paper (armchair strategist)" We'd love your feedback! https://form.jotform.com/stephaniewendler/tricolor...
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2 years ago
40 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S2E8 跨文化桥Building Bridges
In this episode, Blake and Rachel, long-time local staff here at Xi'an International School, share the major cultural differences that they've observed over the years, where cultural misunderstandings are more likely to happen between Chinese and foreign staff, and how to build bridges between the cultures. At the end of the episode, XIS senior, Kevin Kang, teaches us the Chinese idiom, "画蛇添足/huàshétiānzú/Drawing legs on a snake". Thanks for your feedback! https://form.jotform.com/stephanie...
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2 years ago
49 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S2E7 孟母三迁The Greatness of a Mother's Love
In this episode, one of our newer Chinese staff members at Xi'an International School shares about her cross-cultural experiences and what has surprised her about working with people from different cultures. She also shares about her family dynamics growing up and what's important to her with her own family now. At the end of the episode, XIS grade 11 student, Hanna Jung, teaches us the Chinese idiom, "一箭双雕"/"Hit two hawks with one arrow". Would you like a bonus story? Check out the title o...
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2 years ago
49 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S2E6 左邻右舍融洽Harmonious Neighbors
In this episode I get to have a conversation with my friend and neighbor, Xiao Xiao. She shares what she's learned to appreciate about China through her own cross-cultural experiences as well as her thoughts on education and what is valuable to her. At the end of the episode, XIS junior, Abby Carrillo, teaches us the Chinese idiom, "埋头苦干"/to bury your head in hard work. We'd love your feedback! https://form.jotform.com/stephaniewendler/tricolor-podcast-feedback
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2 years ago
37 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S2E5 三人行必有我师The Posture of a Learner
In this episode we get to hear Mike and Karla share about what they love about living in China and what they learned about themselves and Chinese culture during their transition to life in China. At the end of the episode, XIS Grade 11 student, Kevin Lee, teaches us the Chinese idiom, "举手之劳"/"As easy as lifting one's finger". Thanks for your feedback! https://form.jotform.com/stephaniewendler/tricolor-podcast-feedback
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2 years ago
47 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S2E4内外有别Insiders and Outsiders Are Different
In this episode I am joined by Stephan and Robin. They share their experiences of adjusting to life in China as a family and what they learned about themselves and the culture during and post language school. At the end of the episode, XIS grade 10 student, Paul Yao, teaches us the Chinese idiom, "滥竽充数"/ playing the "flute" to make up the numbers". Thanks for your feedback! https://form.jotform.com/stephaniewendler/tricolor-podcast-feedback
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2 years ago
40 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S2E3 一步一个脚印Every step leaves its print
In this episode we get to hear about Chinese language learning from the Chinese teacher's perspective. Xia laoshi and Li laoshi share what they've learned about the language learning process from their experiences both as teachers and students. At the end of the episode, XIS Grade 10 student, Rui Yang, teaches us the idiom, "叶公好龙"/"Ye gong's fondness of dragons" We'd love your feedback! https://form.jotform.com/stephaniewendler/tricolor-podcast-feedback
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2 years ago
39 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S2E2 千里之行始于足下 A thousand mile journey begins with the first step
In this episode I'm joined by Audra and Ben, two more recent additions to the Xi'an International School teaching staff. They share about their Chinese language learning journey: What they thought it would be like, what it's actually like and what they have learned along the way. At the end of the episode, XIS senior, Paulina Yao, shares about the idiom, "邯郸学步“/"To copy the way they walk in Handan" We'd love your feedback! https://form.jotform.com/stephaniewendler/tricolor-podcast-feedback
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2 years ago
37 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
S2E1 活到老学到老As long as you're alive- Keep Learning!
It's a brand new season of TriColor and our first few conversations of the new season will be focused on Chinese language learning. This episode features Paul Wendler and Daniel Hovey discussing their language learning journey, when first started learning Chinese and now. After the conversation, one of our Xi'an International School Students tells the story behind and how to use the 成语/cheng yu (Chinese idiom) "闻鸡起舞”. https://form.jotform.com/stephaniewendler/tricolor-podcast-feedback
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2 years ago
47 minutes

Tricolor Chinese Culture Podcast
In this episode we get to hear "suitcase stories" from a local friend outside of the XIS community. Audrey's work as a teacher and translator and her involvement with English corners have given her lots of opportunities to interact with and build relationships with foreigners in China and she has some great insights to share. We also get to hear G10 student, Kimi Lee, share a collaborative approach to learning about culture as well as learn the saying, "三人行必有我师“/”When there are 3 people walki...