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S1E16 "I'm on a Horse!" | The Art of Being Late 🚗🐴
Alex is late for the recording (again), but this time he has a valid excuse: Beijing traffic. Or does he?In this episode, Lulu teaches the essential survival phrases for when you are running late in…
S1E15 The "Hot Water" Cure | Being Sick in China 🤒☕
Alex has the flu, but the doctor didn't give him any medicine—just a strange piece of advice: "Drink more hot water." Is this a medical cure or a scam?In this episode, Alex and Lulu discuss the…
S1E14 How to Say "No" (Without Saying "No") | The Art of Soft Rejection 🙅♂️💔
Ever invited a Chinese friend out and heard "I'll think about it," only to never hear from them again? You might have missed the hint! In this episode, Alex learns a painful lesson about "Face"…
S1E13 The War of the Bill (Fighting to Pay!)
Have you ever tried to split the bill with a Chinese friend, only to have them get angry and push your money away? 💸🙅♂️In this episode, Alex learns that paying the bill in China isn't just a…
S1E12 The Lazy Guide to Ordering Food (No Menu Needed!)
Staring at a 50-page menu full of Chinese characters with zero pictures? Don't panic! 😱In this episode, Alex is overwhelmed by a text-only menu, but Lulu saves the day with the "Lazy Person's Guide"…
S1E10 "Let Me Out!" – How to Politely Push Through a Crowd
🚇 Stuck on the subway while the doors are closing?China's subways are convenient, but during rush hour, they are a battlefield. If you just whisper "sorry," you might miss your stop!In this episode,…
S1E9 "Do You Want a Bag?" – Surviving the 7-11 Speed Run
🍱 Ever eaten cold spaghetti because you were too scared to speak?In this episode, Alex shares his tragic lunch story: eating a cold bento box because he panicked when the 7-11 clerk started speaking…
S1E8 "Hello Beauty!" - Addressing Strangers
Have you ever sat in a busy Chinese restaurant, thirsty and hungry, but felt too awkward to shout "Waiter!"? Or maybe you tried the "polite western nod" and got completely ignored?In this episode,…
S1E11 Emergency! Where is the Bathroom? (请问 / 洗手间 / 在哪儿)
We've all been there: You're exploring a new city, you drank too much bubble tea, and suddenly... it's an emergency. 🚨In this episode, Alex and Lulu teach you the essential survival phrases for…
S1E7 WeChat Etiquette
Did you ask for a Chinese friend's phone number to send an SMS? 📱Big mistake! In China, SMS is mostly for verification codes or scammers. If you want to make friends, you need to use WeChat (微信).In…
S1E6 "Master" Driver? How to Take a Taxi in China Like a Local
Alex tried to call a taxi driver "Mr. Car Man". It didn't go well. 🚕Taking a taxi in China can be intimidating. Drivers are fast, impatient, and often don't speak English. But don't worry, we have…
S1E5 Why "4" means Death & "666" is Awesome (Chinese Numbers)
Alex bought a phone number ending in 444. Big mistake. 💀In China, numbers aren't just for counting—they carry heavy meanings. Buying the wrong number can make you look clueless, or even bring "bad…
S1E4 "Too Expensive!" How to Bargain Like a Pro in China
Alex bought a T-shirt for 200 RMB. Lulu says it's worth 50. 💸Welcome to the Chinese "Fake Market", where the price tag is just a fantasy and bargaining is a dramatic performance! If you don't…
S1E3 "Less Sugar, Please!" The Ultimate Guide to Ordering 奶茶 (Bubble Tea)
Are you addicted to Bubble Tea (奶茶 - Nǎichá)? 🧋Alex is! But every time he goes to a shop, he panics and accidentally orders... beans? 😱 Ordering drinks in China can feel like a math test, but don't…
S1E2 Stop Saying "Wo De Mingzi Shi"! (Introduce Yourself Like a Local)
You walked up to a new friend and said: "我的名字是..." (Wǒ de míngzì shì)? 🛑Oh no! You just sounded like you were reading a police report, or maybe introducing yourself in kindergarten! While…
S1E1 Stop Saying "Ni Hao Ma"!(How to NOT Sound Like a Robot)
Do you start every conversation with "Ni Hao Ma"? 🛑In this debut episode, Alex and Lulu break down the greetings locals actually use.🎧 What you’ll learn: 🤖 The "Textbook" Trap: Why "Ni Hao Ma" sounds…
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