You Can Learn Chinese

You Can Learn Chinese


Latest Episodes

Mandarin reboot: How to get back into learning after taking a break
November 06, 2023

So you want to get back into learning Chinese after taking a break. John and Jared give you tips on how to get back into learning Chinese and make it an even better experience than before. Guest interview is with Martina Fuchs, who started her career as a

Reframing the 10 worst Chinese learning tips
October 23, 2023

There is no shortage of advice on how to learn Chinese, but in this episode, hosts John and Jared not only talk about 10 common bad tips for learning Chinese, but also reframe them so you know what to do instead. Guest interview is with Dave Landis, a lan

Fluency now: The power of extensive reading
October 02, 2023

Stories about the impact of extensive reading on language fluency pulled from studies and research. Guest interview with Sarah Reinstein, a game developer.

Knowledge vs Proficiency (Ep. 12 Replay)
September 18, 2023

You know a lot of Chinese, but can you actually use it? Listen to the stories of 10 years in Xinjiang from John Summers.

Five tips on taking better notes for learning Chinese
September 04, 2023

John and Jared discuss 5 principles to optimize your note-taking for language learning to maximize your learning gains. Guest interview is with Nick Anderson, a cross-cultural consultant and Chinese accent coach in Hollywood.

Imperfectly fluent: Letting go of perfection
August 21, 2023

What if your perfectionism is holding you back from progressing in Chinese? Learn how perfectionism can both help and hinder you. Interview is with Rob Neal from Manchester, England.

How To Find The Perfect Tutor (Ep. 36 Replay)
August 07, 2023

What does a great tutor do differently and how do you find them? Tune in for the answer. Guest interview with Lucy Jak-Lax, an aspiring musician who fell in love with China.

Unleashing the power of motivation: Swire Chinese language conference
July 24, 2023

This special episode features Jared Turners keynote address at the Swire Chinese Language conference in June of 2023 in Newcastle, England, along with 6 speed interviews at the conference.

Listener questions answered: learning habits, immersion, and the power of extensive reading
July 10, 2023

Jared and John answer listener questions about learning Chinese and interview Shannon Kennedy, a polyglot who shares her experiences learning the language.

Why are dialogues so popular in language learning?
June 26, 2023

John and Jared discuss the benefits of dialogues in language learning. Guest interview is with Bohan Phoenix, a Chinese-American hip hop artist.