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Are you ready to supercharge your Mandarin Chinese listening comprehension? Our podcast is the perfect tool for you.

Studies show that the key to mastering a second language is through repetition and active processing. That's why each episode of our podcast features a story in Mandarin Chinese, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Mandarin Chinese and English.

This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a bilingual support to aid your listening comprehension.

But we don't stop there. Research in sociolinguistics highlights the importance of culture in language learning, which is why we provide a list of vocabulary words and a transcript of the audio to help you understand the cultural context of the story. And for your convenience, we also include a transcript of the audio to help you refer back to any parts you may have struggled with.

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  • Harmony in Snowflakes: A Festival of Communication & Talent

    Harmony in Snowflakes: A Festival of Communication & Talent
    Dec 26 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Harmony in Snowflakes: A Festival of Communication & Talent Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-12-26-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 漫天的雪花飘落，校园的操场被白雪覆盖，远处红色的灯笼暗示着即将到来的春节。En: Snowflakes are falling all over, covering the school sports field in white, while the red lanterns in the distance hint at the imminent arrival of Spring Festival.Zh: 这里是学校的年末庆典准备现场，En: This is the preparation site for the school's year-end celebration.Zh: 空气中弥漫着寒冷的气息，但同学们的热情却让这里充满活力。En: The air is filled with a chill, but the enthusiasm of the students makes this place vibrant.Zh: 梁站在操场中央，眼神坚定地指挥着。En: Liang stands at the center of the field, directing with a determined gaze.Zh: 作为一个认真负责的学生，他主动承担起节日组织的任务，他希望这个节日能让每位同学都参与其中。En: As a diligent and responsible student, he voluntarily took on the task of organizing the festival, hoping that this event could involve every student.Zh: 梅是梁最好的朋友，她站在梁的身旁，对他的每一个决定都表示支持。En: Mei is Liang's best friend, standing by his side, supporting his every decision.Zh: 心里，她多么希望也能在台上表演，但怕被拒绝，她一直没敢说出口。En: In her heart, she wishes she could perform on stage, but afraid of rejection, she has never dared to express it.Zh: 贾是舞台上的主角，她自信满满，但对梁的某些计划并不认同，总是提出不同的意见。En: Jia is the star on the stage, full of confidence, yet she disagrees with some of Liang's plans, often offering different opinions.Zh: 一天，梁、梅和贾聚集在一起，商讨节目的细节。En: One day, Liang, Mei, and Jia gathered together to discuss the details of the program.Zh: 贾皱着眉，“梁，我们的节目太普通了，应该要更有新意！”En: "Liang, our program is too ordinary; it should be more innovative!"Zh: 梁思考着贾的话，心里有些迟疑。En: Liang considered Jia's words, feeling a bit hesitant.Zh: 他希望每个人都能开心参与，但也担心太过于激烈的变化会导致失控。En: He wants everyone to happily participate but is concerned that too much change might lead to chaos.Zh: 梅温柔地在旁边建议，“或许，我们可以考虑让更多同学表演不同的才艺。”En: Mei gently suggested from the side, "Perhaps we could consider letting more students showcase different talents."Zh: 然而，争论越来越激烈，梁终于忍不住，认真说道，“贾，再这样下去，我们该怎么办？梅，你有自己的想法吗？”En: However, as the arguments intensified, Liang finally couldn't hold back and seriously said, "Jia, if this continues, what should we do? Mei, do you have any ideas?"Zh: 此时，梅首次鼓起勇气说道，“其实，我一直很想上台表演。”En: It was at this point that Mei summoned the courage to say, "Actually, I've always wanted to perform on stage."Zh: 梁看着梅，意识到问题的根源是大家都没能畅所欲言。En: Liang looked at Mei, realizing that the root of the problem was that no one had been able to speak their minds freely.Zh: 他提议，“我们每个人都说出自己想法，然后找到一个大家都满意的方案。”En: He suggested, "Let's each share our ideas, then find a solution everyone is satisfied with."Zh: 经过一番坦诚的交流，梁提议每一个想要登台表演的同学都能展示他们的才华，同时也采纳了贾的一些创新想法。En: After some heartfelt communication, Liang proposed that any student who wished to perform could showcase their talents, while also incorporating some of Jia's creative ideas.Zh: 这样，节目的安排既有新意，又增加了参与感。En: This way, the program's arrangement would be innovative and increase the sense of participation.Zh: 最后，庆典当天，雪继续静静地落下，操场上的灯笼愈加明亮夺目。En: Finally, on the day of the celebration, the snow continued to fall quietly, and the lanterns on the field shone even more brightly.Zh: 同学们在雪地中尽情表演，欢声笑语在整个校园回荡。En: Students performed freely in the snow, and laughter echoed throughout the campus.Zh: 梁微笑着看着梅在舞台上自信地唱歌，贾则担任总主持，她的笑声融入在空气中。En: Liang smiled as he watched Mei sing confidently on stage, while Jia took on the role of the main host, her laughter blending into the air.Zh: 通过这次活动，梁明白了沟通与合作的重要性。En: Through this event, Liang learned the importance of communication and collaboration.Zh: 他学会了倾听，...
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  • Tea Traditions & New Beginnings: A Lijiang Winter Tale

    Tea Traditions & New Beginnings: A Lijiang Winter Tale
    Dec 25 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Tea Traditions & New Beginnings: A Lijiang Winter Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-12-25-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在丽江古城，冬天的夜晚总是格外迷人。En: In the Lijiang Ancient Town, the winter nights are always particularly enchanting.Zh: 整条街道都披上了银色的节日灯光，空气中弥漫着烤栗子的香气，仿佛在低语讲述着古老的故事。En: The entire street is adorned with silver holiday lights, and the air is filled with the aroma of roasted chestnuts, as if whispering ancient stories.Zh: 在这如画的环境中，正值圣诞节，我们的故事展开了。En: In this picturesque setting, our story unfolds during Christmas.Zh: 韦是一位年轻的创业者，继承了家族的茶叶生意。En: Wei is a young entrepreneur who inherited the family tea business.Zh: 他坐在一家古老的茶馆里，对面是丽丽，聪慧而干练的商业女性。En: He is sitting in an old teahouse, opposite Lili, a smart and capable businesswoman.Zh: 茶馆的桌子上摆放着精致的普洱茶具，四周是由木头精雕细刻的装饰，仿佛在诉说着这座城市的久远历史。En: On the table are exquisite Pu-erh tea sets, and around them are intricately carved wooden decorations, as if recounting the long history of this city.Zh: 韦低声说道：“我希望扩大我们的茶叶业务。En: Wei softly said, "I hope to expand our tea business.Zh: 丽丽，我们需要你的公司来帮助我们运送这些茶叶，通往全国各地，甚至国外。”En: Lili, we need your company to help us transport these teas across the country and even overseas."Zh: 丽丽微微笑着，眼神中透露出一丝挑战：“韦，我明白你的抱负。En: Lili smiled slightly, with a hint of challenge in her eyes, "Wei, I understand your ambitions.Zh: 但你们的传统茶艺在快速扩张时，能保持一如既往的品质和品牌的真实性吗？”En: But can your traditional tea craft maintain the same quality and brand authenticity when expanding rapidly?"Zh: 韦顿时陷入沉思。En: Wei immediately fell into deep thought.Zh: 他不想放弃家族珍贵的传统，但要说服丽丽，这似乎是一场艰难的谈判。En: He didn't want to give up the precious family tradition, but convincing Lili seemed to be a tough negotiation.Zh: 就在这时，一阵音乐从远处传来，是圣诞节经典的旋律。En: Just then, a piece of music came from afar; it was a classic Christmas melody.Zh: 韦望向窗外，节日的灯光照亮了整座古城。En: Wei looked out the window, and the festive lights illuminated the entire ancient city.Zh: 他灵机一动，决定以真诚打动丽丽。En: He had an idea and decided to move Lili with sincerity.Zh: “丽丽，”韦真切地说，“让我告诉你一个关于我家族的故事。En: "Lili," Wei said earnestly, "let me tell you a story about my family.Zh: 我的祖父，当年在这同一个古城开始制作茶叶。En: My grandfather started making tea right here in this ancient city.Zh: 他总是说：‘茶是一种生活态度，一种连接人与人之间情感的方式。’En: He always said, 'Tea is a way of life, a way to connect emotions between people.'Zh: 这种态度代代相传。”En: This attitude has been passed down through generations."Zh: 听着这些话，丽丽的神情温柔了许多。En: Listening to these words, Lili's expression softened significantly.Zh: 她对韦的坚持和家族传统的尊重，感到深深的触动。En: She was deeply touched by Wei's persistence and respect for family tradition.Zh: “好吧，”丽丽终于露出会心的微笑，“我们可以试试。En: "Alright," Lili finally revealed a knowing smile, "we can give it a try.Zh: 这是一个试点合作。En: This will be a pilot cooperation.Zh: 如果一切顺利，我们可以继续走下去。”En: If all goes well, we can continue down this path."Zh: 韦松了一口气。En: Wei breathed a sigh of relief.Zh: 他不仅获得了这个关键的合作，还在这过程中领悟到一个重要的道理：尊重传统不意味着拒绝变化。En: Not only did he secure this crucial partnership, but he also realized an important lesson: respecting tradition does not mean rejecting change.Zh: 丽丽也从中感受到，合作不仅仅是为了利益，还有一种对文化和传统的深刻理解。En: Lili also felt that collaboration is not just for profit, but also a profound understanding of culture and tradition.Zh: 古老的丽江在这冬夜里，见证了一段新的友谊的开始。En: The ancient Lijiang, on this winter night, witnessed the beginning of a new friendship.Zh: 故事在这如梦如幻的背景中画下完美的句号，En: The story reaches a perfect conclusion in this dreamlike setting.Zh: 韦和丽丽在交汇中收获的不只是商业的成功，...
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  • Finding Warmth on the Great Wall: A Dongzhi Festival Tale

    Finding Warmth on the Great Wall: A Dongzhi Festival Tale
    Dec 25 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Warmth on the Great Wall: A Dongzhi Festival Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-12-25-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 长城在冬日的薄雪下静静地伫立，古老的石砖被装饰得五光十色，因为冬至节快到了。En: The Great Wall stood silently under a light dusting of snow in winter, its ancient stones decorated with a myriad of colors as the Dongzhi Festival approached.Zh: 五彩的灯笼在夜空中轻轻摇曳，节日的欢笑声在古老的墙上回荡，宛如一幅神奇而喜庆的画卷。En: Multicolored lanterns gently swayed in the night sky, and the sound of festive laughter echoed across the ancient walls, resembling a magical and joyous painting.Zh: 梅站在长城上，呼吸着清新的冷空气。En: Mei stood atop the Great Wall, breathing in the crisp, cold air.Zh: 她已经很久没有感受到这种节日的氛围。En: It had been a long time since she felt this festive atmosphere.Zh: 身为一个事业心极强的职业女性，她总是忙于工作，忽视了自己个人的生活和感情。En: As a highly career-driven professional woman, she was always busy with work, neglecting her personal life and feelings.Zh: 然而，这个冬至节，她决定给自己一个假期——参加在长城举行的文化庆典。En: However, for this Dongzhi Festival, she decided to give herself a break—by attending a cultural celebration held on the Great Wall.Zh: 梅一边喝着热乎乎的姜茶，一边四处张望。En: While sipping on hot ginger tea, Mei looked around.Zh: 不远处，她看到一个神情专注的男子正在欣赏灯笼上的图案。En: Not far away, she saw a man with a focused expression appreciating the patterns on the lanterns.Zh: 他是金，一个同样被繁忙工作淹没的年轻人，对真挚的交流有着强烈的渴望。En: He was Jin, a young man also overwhelmed by busy work, who had a strong desire for sincere communication.Zh: 梅有些犹豫。En: Mei hesitated a bit.Zh: 过去的伤害让她变得不容易敞开心扉，而她总是忙碌的工作计划也不给她太多时间去探索个人生活。En: Past hurts had made her less open, and her perpetually busy schedule left her little time to explore her personal life.Zh: 然而，这一刻的美好气氛和节日的氛围最终让她鼓足勇气上前。En: However, the beautiful atmosphere of the moment and the festive spirit finally gave her the courage to step forward.Zh: “你好，这些灯笼真漂亮，不是吗？En: "Hello, these lanterns are really beautiful, aren't they?"Zh: ”梅轻声说道。En: Mei said softly.Zh: 金抬头微笑，“是啊，特别是在这样的夜晚更显得有生气。En: Jin looked up and smiled, "Yes, especially on a night like this, they seem even more vibrant."Zh: ”两人慢慢交谈起来，共同体验着节日带来的愉悦。En: The two began to talk slowly, sharing the joy brought by the festival.Zh: 而当雪默默飘落在灯笼和古砖之间，梅和金不约而同地感受到一种久违的温暖。En: And as snow silently settled between the lanterns and the ancient stones, both Mei and Jin felt a long-lost warmth.Zh: 两人决定共度这个特别的夜晚，走遍每一个灯笼点缀的角落。En: They decided to spend this special evening together, exploring every corner adorned with lanterns.Zh: 尽管寒风凛冽，他们在彼此的陪伴中找到了温暖和快乐。En: Despite the biting wind, they found warmth and joy in each other's company.Zh: 这个冬至节，梅意识到，生活中不仅仅需要工作和目标，也需要时间去与他人建立真正的联系。En: This Dongzhi Festival, Mei realized that life is not just about work and goals; it's also about taking time to build genuine connections with others.Zh: 她感受到一种新的平衡，一种充满希望的新开始。En: She felt a new balance, a hopeful new beginning.Zh: 也许，这段旅程是友谊的开始，或者是更深层次的关系。En: Perhaps this journey would be the start of a friendship, or even a deeper relationship.Zh: 梅和金在古老的长城上，微笑着，仿佛看到了更广阔的未来。En: Mei and Jin smiled at each other on the ancient Great Wall, as if seeing a broader future ahead. Vocabulary Words:stood: 伫立dusting: 薄myriad: 五光十色approached: 快到gently: 轻轻swayed: 摇曳echoed: 回荡resembled: 宛如breathing: 呼吸crisp: 清新neglecting: 忽视sipping: 喝着patterns: 图案hesitated: 犹豫courage: 勇气vibrant: 生气sharing: 体验settled: 飘落adorned: 点缀biting: 凛冽genuine: 真挚connections: 联系balance: 平衡journey: 旅程broader: 广阔ancient: 古老stones: 石砖festive: 节日atmosphere: 氛围overwhelmed: 淹没
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