You Can Learn Chinese Podcast
1) From Med School Prep to Mandarin: Adam Syed’s Story
Most people struggle to find time to learn Chinese. Adam started learning it in the middle of one of the most intense study periods of his life, and kept going.A pre-med student at the University of I...Show More
2) How Chinese Changed Our Lives (and Why It Might Change Yours)
How could learning Chinese shape your life? From meeting lifelong friends (and even a spouse!) to navigating life in China with the help of mentors, coworkers, and “ayi” caregivers, Jared and John sha...Show More
3) Heritage, Belonging, and Healing Through Chinese: Jade’s Story
Jade grew up knowing she was half Chinese, but without the language, family connection, or cultural context to understand what that really meant. In this deeply personal episode, she shares what it wa...Show More
4) Don’t Read Kids’ Books to Learn Chinese
Should you learn Chinese by reading children’s books? It’s a common recommendation, but is it actually a good idea?In this episode, Jared and John unpack why kids’ books aren’t as “simple” as they see...Show More
5) Speak First, Figure It Out Later: How Jack Turned Chinese into a Superpower
In this episode, Jared chats with Jack Mullinkosson, whose Chinese-learning journey runs from a Vice China documentary set… to living with a Chinese immigrant family in suburban California… to studyin...Show More
6) 6 Chinese Listening Hacks That Will Transform Your Chinese Listening
Struggling with listening comprehension in Chinese? You're not alone—and this episode is here to help. Jared Turner and John Pasden dive into practical, tech-powered strategies for sharpening your Chi...Show More
7) Alexander Brose on Juilliard, the Royal Conservatory, and the Power of Language
in this episode, Jared sits down with Alexander Brose, President & CEO of the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto, Canada, to trace his remarkable journey learning Chinese and how it shaped his lif...Show More
8) The Lie We Were Told: You Must Handwrite Chinese Characters
Is handwriting Chinese characters slowing you down? In today’s digital world, does it still make sense to focus on writing by hand or should you just type? In this episode, Jared and John dive deep in...Show More
9) Learning Chinese Through Life, Not Lessons: How Matthew McGuire Did It
What began as a teenage crush became a lifelong journey into Chinese for Matthew McGuire, an Australian creator and accent coach. In this episode, Jared sits down with Matthew to discuss how he learne...Show More
10) 10 Things AI Will Never Do Better Than a Chinese Learner
With AI advancing at lightning speed, many are wondering: Do I still need to learn Chinese? Jared and John say yes, and in this episode, they break down 10 ways your Chinese skills remain AI-proof. Th...Show More