In this episode, we introduce Bai Lu and Zhang Linghe — two TOP Chinese superstars taking the world by storm with their amazing C-Dramas like Story of Kunning Palace. Learn about their stories, famous shows, and why C-Dramas are loved by foreigners interested in China.

Thanks for being here. This podcast is where stories, language, and connection meet. Whether you’re here to learn Chinese, find calm, or feel less alone—you belong. I’m so grateful you’re listening.

I started this because I believe Chinese is a language for everyone, no matter your budget, your level, or where you’re tuning in from. That’s why every episode has content for beginners, advanced learners, and everyone in between: learning should be open, not exclusive.

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Keywords: 学习中文, 汉语课程, 中文口语练习, 普通话发音, 中国文化, Learn Chinese, Mandarin lessons, Chinese vocabulary, HSK exam, Chinese for beginners, 中国語を学ぶ, Aprender chino, Apprendre le chinois, Chinesisch lernen, Imparare il cinese, 중국어 배우기, Aprender chinês, Учить китайский, Belajar bahasa Mandarin, เรียนภาษาจีน, تعلم الصينية

Thanks for being here. This podcast is where stories, language, and connection meet. Whether you’re here to learn Chinese, find calm, or feel less alone—you belong. I’m so grateful you’re listening.

I started this because I believe Chinese is a language for everyone, no matter your budget, your level, or where you’re tuning in from. That’s why every episode has content for beginners, advanced learners, and everyone in between: learning should be open, not exclusive.

🌏 Want to learn with this episode?

• Full downloadable transcript (Hanzi + Pinyin + English + Learning Tips!)
• Bonus episodes
• 👉 Get Full Transcripts & Bonus Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/ChineseAroundYou

☕ Buy me a coffee?

• A simple way to support the podcast on Ko-fi:
• 👉 Send a Coffee & Say Thanks: https://ko-fi.com/chinesearoundyou

📚 Want to learn Chinese with me directly?

• Get personalized 1-on-1 lessons or join engaging small group classes together with other learners around the world.
• 👉 Book Lessons on italki: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/5041997

⭐️ More Ways to Connect & Support:

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Keywords: 学习中文, 汉语课程, 中文口语练习, 普通话发音, 中国文化, Learn Chinese, Mandarin lessons, Chinese vocabulary, HSK exam, Chinese for beginners, 中国語を学ぶ, Aprender chino, Apprendre le chinois, Chinesisch lernen, Imparare il cinese, 중국어 배우기, Aprender chinês, Учить китайский, Belajar bahasa Mandarin, เรียนภาษาจีน, تعلم الصينية

Why do northern Chinese eat dumplings, but southern Chinese eat rice cake? Why can’t you sweep on New Year’s Day? Learn useful Chinese vocabulary and culture in this fun episode for HSK 2-3 learners.

Thanks for being here. This podcast is where stories, language, and connection meet. Whether you’re here to learn Chinese, find calm, or feel less alone—you belong. I’m so grateful you’re listening.

I started this because I believe Chinese is a language for everyone, no matter your budget, your level, or where you’re tuning in from. That’s why every episode has content for beginners, advanced learners, and everyone in between: learning should be open, not exclusive.

🌏 Want to learn with this episode?

• Full downloadable transcript (Hanzi + Pinyin + English + Learning Tips!)
• Bonus episodes
• 👉 Get Full Transcripts & Bonus Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/ChineseAroundYou

☕ Buy me a coffee?

• A simple way to support the podcast on Ko-fi:
• 👉 Send a Coffee & Say Thanks: https://ko-fi.com/chinesearoundyou

📚 Want to learn Chinese with me directly?

• Get personalized 1-on-1 lessons or join engaging small group classes together with other learners around the world.
• 👉 Book Lessons on italki: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/5041997

⭐️ More Ways to Connect & Support:

• 📧 Got Ideas? Want to Chat? missymoonsun@outlook.com
• ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@chinesearoundyou
• 📱 Rate & Review: If you enjoy the podcast, please take 2 seconds to rate it 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ in your app! It helps others find this community.

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Keywords: 学习中文, 汉语课程, 中文口语练习, 普通话发音, 中国文化, Learn Chinese, Mandarin lessons, Chinese vocabulary, HSK exam, Chinese for beginners, 中国語を学ぶ, Aprender chino, Apprendre le chinois, Chinesisch lernen, Imparare il cinese, 중국어 배우기, Aprender chinês, Учить китайский, Belajar bahasa Mandarin, เรียนภาษาจีน, تعلم الصينية

This trailer is a bonus episode shared on Patreon.

You can download the full transcript for free for this episode, including Hanzi, Pinyin, English, and learning tips:

📄 https://www.patreon.com/posts/extra-bonus-with-149584362?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

Explore more bonus episodes, transcripts, and learning resources across HSK 1–6, all designed for learners from beginner to advanced:

👉 https://www.patreon.com/ChineseAroundYou

Thanks for being here. This podcast is where stories, language, and connection meet. Whether you’re here to learn Chinese, find calm, or feel less alone—you belong. I’m so grateful you’re listening.

I started this because I believe Chinese is a language for everyone, no matter your budget, your level, or where you’re tuning in from. That’s why every episode has content for beginners, advanced learners, and everyone in between: learning should be open, not exclusive.

🌏 Want to learn with this episode?

• Full downloadable transcript (Hanzi + Pinyin + English + Learning Tips!)
• Bonus episodes
• 👉 Get Full Transcripts & Bonus Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/ChineseAroundYou

☕ Buy me a coffee?

• A simple way to support the podcast on Ko-fi:
• 👉 Send a Coffee & Say Thanks: https://ko-fi.com/chinesearoundyou

📚 Want to learn Chinese with me directly?

• Get personalized 1-on-1 lessons or join engaging small group classes together with other learners around the world.
• 👉 Book Lessons on italki: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/5041997

⭐️ More Ways to Connect & Support:

• 📧 Got Ideas? Want to Chat? missymoonsun@outlook.com
• ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@chinesearoundyou
• 📱 Rate & Review: If you enjoy the podcast, please take 2 seconds to rate it 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ in your app! It helps others find this community.

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Keywords: 学习中文, 汉语课程, 中文口语练习, 普通话发音, 中国文化, Learn Chinese, Mandarin lessons, Chinese vocabulary, HSK exam, Chinese for beginners, 中国語を学ぶ, Aprender chino, Apprendre le chinois, Chinesisch lernen, Imparare il cinese, 중국어 배우기, Aprender chinês, Учить китайский, Belajar bahasa Mandarin, เรียนภาษาจีน, تعلم الصينية

Thanks for being here. This podcast is where stories, language, and connection meet. Whether you’re here to learn Chinese, find calm, or feel less alone—you belong. I’m so grateful you’re listening.

I started this because I believe Chinese is a language for everyone, no matter your budget, your level, or where you’re tuning in from. That’s why every episode has content for beginners, advanced learners, and everyone in between: learning should be open, not exclusive.

🌏 Want to learn with this episode?

• Full downloadable transcript (Hanzi + Pinyin + English + Learning Tips!)
• Bonus episodes
• 👉 Get Full Transcripts & Bonus Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/ChineseAroundYou

☕ Buy me a coffee?

• A simple way to support the podcast on Ko-fi:
• 👉 Send a Coffee & Say Thanks: https://ko-fi.com/chinesearoundyou

📚 Want to learn Chinese with me directly?

• Get personalized 1-on-1 lessons or join engaging small group classes together with other learners around the world.
• 👉 Book Lessons on italki: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/5041997

⭐️ More Ways to Connect & Support:

• 📧 Got Ideas? Want to Chat? missymoonsun@outlook.com
• ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@chinesearoundyou
• 📱 Rate & Review: If you enjoy the podcast, please take 2 seconds to rate it 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ in your app! It helps others find this community.

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Keywords: 学习中文, 汉语课程, 中文口语练习, 普通话发音, 中国文化, Learn Chinese, Mandarin lessons, Chinese vocabulary, HSK exam, Chinese for beginners, 中国語を学ぶ, Aprender chino, Apprendre le chinois, Chinesisch lernen, Imparare il cinese, 중국어 배우기, Aprender chinês, Учить китайский, Belajar bahasa Mandarin, เรียนภาษาจีน, تعلم الصينية

Thanks for being here. This podcast is where stories, language, and connection meet. Whether you’re here to learn Chinese, find calm, or feel less alone—you belong. I’m so grateful you’re listening.

I started this because I believe Chinese is a language for everyone, no matter your budget, your level, or where you’re tuning in from. That’s why every episode has content for beginners, advanced learners, and everyone in between: learning should be open, not exclusive.

🌏 Want to learn with this episode?

• Full downloadable transcript (Hanzi + Pinyin + English + Learning Tips!)
• Bonus episodes
• 👉 Get Full Transcripts & Bonus Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/ChineseAroundYou

☕ Buy me a coffee?

• A simple way to support the podcast on Ko-fi:
• 👉 Send a Coffee & Say Thanks: https://ko-fi.com/chinesearoundyou

📚 Want to learn Chinese with me directly?

• Get personalized 1-on-1 lessons or join engaging small group classes together with other learners around the world.
• 👉 Book Lessons on italki: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/5041997

⭐️ More Ways to Connect & Support:

• 📧 Got Ideas? Want to Chat? missymoonsun@outlook.com
• ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@chinesearoundyou
• 📱 Rate & Review: If you enjoy the podcast, please take 2 seconds to rate it 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ in your app! It helps others find this community.

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Keywords: 学习中文, 汉语课程, 中文口语练习, 普通话发音, 中国文化, Learn Chinese, Mandarin lessons, Chinese vocabulary, HSK exam, Chinese for beginners, 中国語を学ぶ, Aprender chino, Apprendre le chinois, Chinesisch lernen, Imparare il cinese, 중국어 배우기, Aprender chinês, Учить китайский, Belajar bahasa Mandarin, เรียนภาษาจีน, تعلم الصينية

This trailer is a bonus episode shared on Patreon.

You can download the full transcript for free for this episode, including Hanzi, Pinyin, English, and learning tips:

📄 https://www.patreon.com/posts/extra-bonus-with-146832118?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

Explore more bonus episodes, transcripts, and learning resources across HSK 1–6, all designed for learners from beginner to advanced:

👉 https://www.patreon.com/ChineseAroundYou