Full Mandarin Stories by Mandarin Monkey
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Full Mandarin Story is a podcast designed for Mandarin learners at the upper beginner to intermediate level, offering a variety of engaging stories to help improve listening skills.
From imaginative tales about futuristic AI and robotic dogs to everyday life stories like cooking pizza and daily routines, each episode provides an immersive learning experience. The stories are told in clear, natural Mandarin, making it easier to follow along, pick up new vocabulary, and get used to real-world sentence structures.
Whether you're commuting, taking a break, or winding down for the day, tune in and immerse yourself in Mandarin, one story at a time.
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完美
Is striving for perfection always a good thing? In this story, we follow 小西, a woman juggling work, family, and expectations — until life reminds her it’s okay to be imperfect. A thoughtful story for…
減少塑料垃圾 Reducing Plastic Waste
Protecting the earth starts with small habits! This story explores practical and simple ways to reduce plastic waste in daily life. Great for learners looking to boost vocabulary related to the…
醜小鴨的故事 The Ugly Duckling
A little duckling, rejected for being different, goes on a journey to find belonging—only to discover her true beauty. This heartwarming story teaches self-worth and growth, perfect for upper…
What Is AA制?
Ever heard of “Go Dutch” or “AA制”? This episode breaks down this common phrase and how it’s used when splitting bills in Mandarin-speaking cultures. A practical and easy-to-follow story for upper…
思念家鄉 Missing Home
A true story! After moving to the UK, Ula reflects on homesickness—missing mom's cooking, familiar streets, and knowing where to go. A heartfelt exploration of what it means to miss home for upper…
夫妻臉 Couple Face
Ever heard someone say a couple is starting to look alike? This story explores the Chinese concept of "couple face"—how partners develop similar expressions and mannerisms over time. A cultural…
養成好習慣 Developing Good Habits
A college student works part-time but still asks his mom for money to spend on entertainment with friends. Mom decides he must move out in a year to learn financial responsibility and develop better…
借錢不 還 Borrowing Money Without Returning It
A friend constantly borrows money with various excuses but never pays back—until the narrator sees new purchases on social media and demands repayment. A relatable story about friendship dilemmas for…
你相信這世界上有鬼嗎? Do You Believe In Ghosts?
David asks his mom about ghosts after a classmate claims to see a transparent figure at school. Their conversation gets playfully spooky! A Mandarin dialogue for intermediate learners practicing…
去海灘的一天 A Day At the Beach
Ning Ning lives minutes from the beach and loves her seaside routine—collecting colorful seashells, swimming in calm waters, and sunbathing on warm sand. A Mandarin story for upper beginner to…
長途飛行做什麼? What Do You Do on Long Flights?
Xiao Qiao loves to travel but dreads long flights. In this story, hear how she passes 14 hours in the air—watching movies, reading, and avoiding awkward moments! A fun, relatable listen for upper…
夏兒的韓文學習之路 Sia’er’s Korean Learning Journey
Sia’er loves Korean culture but struggles to improve her Korean after years of study. With her mother’s advice, she decides to try new ways of learning. This story is perfect for upper beginners to…
生病的同事 A Sick Colleague
When a colleague falls ill, what can you do to help? This story explores useful Mandarin vocabulary for talking about being sick, offering help, and expressing concern, great for upper beginners to…
夏日野餐 Summer Picnic
Sunshine, sandwiches, and sushi—two friends plan the perfect summer picnic. This life style dialogue is full of useful Mandarin vocabulary about food, planning, and outdoor fun, ideal for upper…
快樂的規則 The Rules of Happiness
When was the last time you truly smiled? This uplifting story shares simple but powerful rules for living a happier life—less hate, more giving, and embracing each moment without regret. A warm and…
真是太巧了! What a Coincidence!
One surprising meeting after another—this story is full of unexpected connections and the phrase "真是太巧了!" (What a coincidence!). A great episode to learn how to express surprise and relate personal…
端午節要做什麼? What Do We Do on Dragon Boat Festival?
Zongzi, dragon boat races, and egg-balancing competitions—this story shows how one family celebrates 端午節 (Dragon Boat Festival)! Learn useful vocabulary and cultural traditions in Mandarin through a…
看你啊 It’s Up to You
This episode features five practical, everyday conversations using the phrase “看你啊”, a natural way to say “it’s up to you” in Mandarin. Perfect for upper beginners to intermediate learners looking to…
再說吧 Maybe Later
Xiao Gang keeps inviting his new classmate out—but she keeps saying "再說吧." What does that really mean? This story helps learners understand how to politely decline invitations in Mandarin using a…
早知道 If Only I Had Known
Regret after the fact—we've all been there. This story shares a series of everyday situations using the phrase “早知道” (If I had known earlier) to express regret. Great for upper beginners to…
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Full Mandarin Stories by Mandarin Monkey has published 33 episodes since March 2025, covering topics in Education, Language Learning.
Full Mandarin Stories by Mandarin Monkey is currently dormant with new episodes every few days. Average episode length is 16m.
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