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You Can Learn Chinese

By: Jared Turner
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  • Learn HOW to learn Chinese with hosts Jared Turner and John Pasden. You will learn tips, strategies, and insights so you can supercharge your language learning. You will also be inspired by guest interviews with people from all over the world who have learned Chinese.

    Both Jared and John both learned Chinese, lived in China for many years, and have worked with learners all over the world and understand the unique challenges that Chinese learners face. They stay at the forefront of language learning research and methods and bring that to listeners everywhere.

    Jared Turner
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Episodes
  • When to Start Reading for Maximum Fluency
    Jun 17 2024

    Discover why reading in Chinese is a game-changer for fluency and learn the best time to start using graded readers. Jared and John break down the benefits of extensive reading and offer tips on how to integrate graded readers into your study routine for maximum impact. Whether you're a beginner or intermediate learner, find out how reading can accelerate your Chinese learning journey.


    Links from the episode:

    • Mandarin Companion graded readers

    • John D’andrea Interview | YouTube

    • Theresa Munford Interview | YouTube

    • Send us a message | Mandarin Companion feedback form

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    25 mins
  • Raising Bilingual Children: Sunny's Story and Strategies from Spot of Sunshine Chinese
    Jun 3 2024

    Dive into the world of raising bilingual children with Sunny from Spot of Sunshine Chinese. In a chat with Jared, Sunny shares her journey from Taiwan to the suburbs of Chicago, discussing the challenges and triumphs of maintaining language and cultural connections.

    She offers tips and expert advice on effective strategies for parents raising bilingual children, emphasizing the importance of motivation, comprehensible input, and creating an immersive environment at home. Tune in to discover Sunny's insights and learn how to support your child's bilingual development.

    Links from the episode:

    • Sunny at Spot of Sunshine Chinese | Instagram and Website

    • Mandarin Companion graded readers

    • Send us a message | Mandarin Companion feedback form

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    45 mins
  • Motivation and the Influence of Cultural Attitudes on Learning
    May 13 2024

    Jared and John delve into research discussing the crucial role of attitudes and preconceptions of a culture towards learning its language. They explore the many facets of this issue, including how the current state of China’s political relations impacts language learning in the West.

    Links from the episode:

    • Mandarin Companion graded readers

    • Send us a message | Mandarin Companion feedback form
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    27 mins

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So happy I came found this podcast!!!

I love Chinese drama and love the sound of mandarin and decided I would love to learn mandarin so I can enjoy these dramas without being caught up in the subs. I have been researching on the best approach to learning mandarin and I am having so much fun just listening to you and your guests. I am able to take away some advice from every episode. Love it!

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