Ep.271 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 3 Ways to Apologize in Mandarin 抱歉讓你等了

Ep.277 🗣️ Bitesize Convos 🗣️ FIFA World Cup Fever in Taiwan? 世界盃到了，大家都變足球迷？

Do Taiwanese people actually watch soccer? Every four years, the FIFA World Cup seems to turn everyone into a football fan — even people who never watch a match the rest of the time! In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk about sports culture in Taiwan, why soccer isn’t as popular as baseball or basketball, and why the World Cup still captures everyone’s attention. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese] 🎯 In this episode, we cover: – Why so many people become “four-year football fans” during the World Cup – Which sports are most popular in Taiwan and why – How sports culture differs between Taiwan and other countries – Why people support certain teams, even if they don’t usually watch soccer 🧠 Listener Challenge: Are you a soccer fan? If not, have you ever watched the World Cup anyway? Which team would you support, and why? 你是足球迷嗎？如果不是，你看過世界盃嗎？你會支持哪一支球隊？為什麼呢？ 🗣 Bitesize Convos series help you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese/tiers] 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese] 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 [https://open.firstory.me/user/clbdbpykk01vw01ux6i7kbki9/comments] 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website [https://bitesizechinese.com/] 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bitesize.chinese/] 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 [https://calendly.com/bitesizechinese/consultation] Powered by Firstory Hosting [https://firstory.me/zh]

Ep.276 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 FIFA World Cup (2) 法國隊進球了！

The FIFA World Cup is in full swing! ⚽ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru continue their World Cup mini-series and teach you some useful Mandarin for talking about what happens during a soccer match. Learn how to talk about goals, fouls, referees, yellow cards, red cards, and even one of the most famous (and confusing!) soccer words: offside. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese] 🎯 Today’s Topic: Talking about what happens during a soccer match in Mandarin — including goals, mistakes, fouls, referees, cards, and reactions to the game. 🗝 Key Sentence: 法國隊進球了！ (Fǎguó duì jìn qiú le!) Team France made a goal! 🗣 Listener Challenge: 最近你有看世界盃的比賽嗎？你覺得比賽精彩嗎？還是很可惜？ (Zuìjìn nǐ yǒu kàn Shìjièbēi de bǐsài ma? Nǐ juéde bǐsài jīngcǎi ma? Háishì hěn kěxí?) Have you watched any World Cup matches recently? Was the match exciting, or was the result disappointing? 🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰 Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese/tiers] 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese] 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 [https://open.firstory.me/user/clbdbpykk01vw01ux6i7kbki9/comments] 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website [https://bitesizechinese.com/] 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bitesize.chinese/] 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 [https://calendly.com/bitesizechinese/consultation] Powered by Firstory Hosting [https://firstory.me/zh]

Ep.275 🌏 Bitesize News 🌏 2026 World Cup Faces Extreme Heat Risks 世足賽將面臨高溫挑戰

In this episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber discuss a new study warning that extreme heat could affect more than 90% of matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They explore how rising temperatures may impact players and fans, and the measures FIFA plans to take to reduce heat-related risks. 本集將用清楚易懂的中文帶你了解為什麼科學家擔心世界盃面臨高溫挑戰、高溫可能對球員和比賽造成哪些影響，以及 FIFA 將如何因應這些風險。 News source: 關鍵評論網, 2026/6/8 (https://www.thenewslens.com/article/268357*)* [https://www.thenewslens.com/article/268357*)*] 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese] In this episode, we cover: – 為什麼超過九成的世界盃賽事可能面臨高溫風險 (Why over 90% of World Cup matches may face heat risks) – 極端高溫如何影響球員表現與比賽公平性 (How extreme heat may affect performance and fairness) – 高溫帶來的中暑與熱衰竭風險 (The risks of heat exhaustion and heatstroke) – FIFA 將採取哪些措施因應高溫挑戰 (How FIFA plans to respond to extreme heat) 🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom. 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese/tiers] 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese] 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 [https://open.firstory.me/user/clbdbpykk01vw01ux6i7kbki9/comments] 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website [https://bitesizechinese.com/] 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bitesize.chinese/] 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 [https://calendly.com/bitesizechinese/consultation] Powered by Firstory Hosting [https://firstory.me/zh]

Ep.274 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ World Cup One-Day Fans 世足賽的一日球迷

Are you a soccer fan… or only during the FIFA World Cup? ⚽ In this episode, Mindy talks about the curious phenomenon of the 「一日球迷」 — people who normally don’t follow soccer, but suddenly become very invested when the World Cup comes around. From watching match highlights and checking scores to joining conversations with friends, the World Cup has a unique way of bringing people together. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese] 🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn: – What 「一日球迷」 (one-day soccer fan) means – Why people who normally don’t watch soccer suddenly care about the World Cup – How major international sporting events create a sense of connection and participation – Why the World Cup feels different from other sporting events 🗣 Listener Challenge: 你平常會看足球嗎？還是你也跟我一樣，是世界盃期間才會突然開始關心足球的「一日球迷」呢？如果有的話，你支持哪一隊？為什麼呢？⚽🌎 Do you normally watch soccer? Or are you also a “one-day soccer fan” who only gets interested during the World Cup? If so, which team do you support? Why? ☕️ About Bitesize Talks: Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time. 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese/tiers] 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese] 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 [https://open.firstory.me/user/clbdbpykk01vw01ux6i7kbki9/comments] 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website [https://bitesizechinese.com/] 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bitesize.chinese/] 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 [https://calendly.com/bitesizechinese/consultation] Powered by Firstory Hosting [https://firstory.me/zh]

Ep.273 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 FIFA World Cup (1) 世界盃足球賽

The FIFA World Cup is finally here! ⚽ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru introduce some beginner-friendly Mandarin for talking about soccer matches. You’ll learn how to talk about teams, match schedules, sports fans, scores, and match results — perfect for following the World Cup in Mandarin. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese] 🎯 Today’s Topic: Talking about soccer matches (teams, match schedules, fans, scores, and results) in Mandarin 🗝 Key Sentence: 今天有荷蘭對日本的比賽。 (Jīntiān yǒu Hélán duì Rìběn de bǐsài.) There is a match between the Netherlands and Japan today. 🗣 Listener Challenge: 你是哪一隊的球迷？最近有沒有你想看的比賽？ (Nǐ shì nǎ yí duì de qiúmí? Zuìjìn yǒu méiyǒu nǐ xiǎng kàn de bǐsài?) Which team do you support? Is there a match you’re excited to watch? 🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰 Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese/tiers] 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 [https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese] 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 [https://open.firstory.me/user/clbdbpykk01vw01ux6i7kbki9/comments] 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website [https://bitesizechinese.com/] 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bitesize.chinese/] 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 [https://calendly.com/bitesizechinese/consultation] Powered by Firstory Hosting [https://firstory.me/zh]