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Episode 5 – Mastery: Traveling Taught Me to Live Within the Unknown

Travel isn’t always about destinations—it’s often about stepping away from routines and learning to live with uncertainty.

In this mastery-level episode, you’ll hear the story of a slow journey across Spain that became a lesson in letting go of control, embracing the unknown, and finding rhythm in everyday life. From plazas and small cafés to quiet reflections, it’s about how travel reshapes not just where you go, but how you see yourself.

Perfect for learners at HSK 5 or higher—advanced students ready for a challenge.

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Episode 4 – Advanced: The Rhythm of the Seasons and Life

Seasons don’t just change the weather—they shape what we eat, how we live, and even how we think about ourselves.

In this advanced-level episode, you’ll hear reflections on how the rhythm of spring, summer, autumn, and winter influence daily life, habits, and personal growth. From seasonal foods to writing letters at each season’s turn, this story explores how cycles of nature mirror the cycles within us.

Perfect for learners around HSK 4–5, same as our Get Speaking Mandarin 4 course (forthcoming)!

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Episode 3 – Intermediate: My Eating Habits

As kids, many of us loved fried chicken and fries. But as we grow older, our eating habits often change.

In this intermediate-level episode, you’ll hear a story about shifting from fast food favorites to healthier choices like vegetables, fruits, and soy milk. Along the way, you’ll also get a glimpse of Taiwan’s nutrition education and everyday food culture.

Perfect for learners around HSK 3–4, same as our Get Speaking Mandarin 3 course!

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Episode 2 – Basic: Night Market

For many people, night markets are more than just a place to eat—they’re a way to experience life.

In this Basic-level episode, you’ll hear a short story about a night market dinner: fried chicken cutlets, bubble tea, sausages, stinky tofu, and more. Along the way, you’ll get a feel for Taiwanese street food culture, family bonding, and even the joy of trying to cook favorite snacks at home.

By the end, you’ll understand the story and be ready to talk about your own food experiences in Mandarin.

Perfect for learners around HSK 2–3 level, same as our Get Speaking Mandarin 2 course!

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Welcome to the Get Listening Mandarin Podcast! This is a free graded series to help you build listening comprehension step by step.

Each level lines up with our Get Speaking Mandarin courses and HSK levels:

•  Foundations → HSK 1–2
•  Basic → HSK 2–3
•  Intermediate → HSK 3–4
•  Advanced → HSK 4–5
•  Mastery → HSK 5+

Episode 1 – Foundations: The Food I Like

Everyone has a favorite food—some love noodles, others prefer rice. In this Foundations-level story, you’ll hear about one person’s favorite food: dumplings.

You’ll learn about family traditions, eating habits, and why food brings happiness to daily life. By the end, you’ll not only understand the story but also practice talking about your favorite foods in Mandarin.

Perfect for learners around HSK 1–2, same as our Get Speaking Mandarin 1 course!

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