Mandarin Blueprint
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Kairi Shikari – Interview No. 2
Thanks to Kairi once again for sharing his experiences as an intermediate user of The Mandarin Blueprint Method.
Interview with Benjamin Pence
Thanks to Benjamin for taking the time to share his experience learning Chinese with MB! Benjamin has already completed our foundation course (Phases 1 - 5) and is now smashing his way through the intermediate course. He's working his way through all kinds of graded reading content and has kindly agreed to share his thoughts on the process.
130. Using Memory Palaces to Make Tones Unforgettable
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke tells us about using memory palaces to make Chinese tones unforgettable.
129. Learn Chinese Grammar By Yourself
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Phil teaches us how to easily learn Chinese grammar by ourselves.
128. How to Master Any Mandarin Sound
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke teaches us how to master any Mandarin sound in a short time.
Adam DiFrisco – Bilingual Tour Guide on How He Mastered Mandarin
This in an interview with Adam DiFrisco and we discussed a wide range of topics regarding learning Chinese and being in China.
127. What’s Special About Mandarin & Happy CNY!
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke tell us what is so special about Mandarin & wishes a happy Chinese new year.
Gyms, GTD & Mandarin Blueprint – An Interview w/ Nathan Holiday
This case study is about Nathan Holiday founder of "Level Method" and his journey on learning Mandarin with the Mandarin Blueprint Method.
126. Mr. T Loans His Hook Swords to Janet Jackson
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Phil answers lots of questions of community members of the MBM course.
Interview with John Nomura – University Learning vs. Mandarin Blueprint
This case study is about John and how TMBM has helped him improve his Chinese compared to his classes at the University of Minnesota.
125. Translating the Untranslatable
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke tells us how to translate the untranslatable Chinese.
A Pro User’s Pro Tips – Interview with Christine Anderssen
This is part two of Christine's case study and she gives highly useful tips and tricks that any Mandarin learner would find useful.
124. Analyzing Chinese vs. Acquiring Chinese
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Phil tells us about the difference between analyzing and acquiring Chinese.
Betting on Fluency – a Chat with Robert Toms
This case study is about Robert Toms who is an actor that choose to learn Chinese with The Hanzi Movie Method of the MB course.
123. Learning Goals for 2021
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke talks about learning goals you could have for the year 2021.
Interview with Chris Young on Study Techniques, Motivation & Understanding China
In this case study, we discuss a range of topics from Chris's experiences traveling around China to why he's finding so much value in MB.
122. How to Use 把 bǎ in Chinese
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Phil teaches us how to use 把 bǎ in Chinese correctly and what it means.
The DRAGON Lady! Becca’s Business Benefits from Chinese
This case study is about Becca Golins and she started learning Chinese to relax her mind and she will need it for business in the near future.
121. The Two-headed (Friendly) Monster of Chinese Fluency
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke tells us about the two-headed but friendly monster of Chinese fluency.
120. Layers of Chinese Success
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Phil teaches us about the different layers of success when learning Chinese.
119. Gamify your learning & Who has the best Chinese?
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke tells us about how to gamify your Chinese learning and make it more fun.
Brennan’s Company Asked Him to Learn Chinese
Many members of The Mandarin Blueprint Method decided to learn Chinese for love of the language, culture, or to pursue romance. Brennan Pimpinella’s motivation, however, is far more specific. His company set him the assignment of becoming fluent and literate in Chinese so they can more easily liaise with their Chinese counterparts. Luckily for Brennan’s […]
118. Shocking Native Mandarin Speakers
欢迎光临! Welcome! You can now subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or you can subscribe by copying the following URL into your favorite podcast APP: https://www.mandarinblueprint.com/feed/podcast/ The Mandarin Blueprint Podcast focuses primarily on The Mandarin Blueprint Method online curriculum. Creators Luke Neale & Phil Crimmins answer questions and comments, discuss topics related to China […]
117. Chinese Idioms
欢迎光临! Welcome! You can now subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or you can subscribe by copying the following URL into your favorite podcast APP: https://www.mandarinblueprint.com/feed/podcast/ The Mandarin Blueprint Podcast focuses primarily on The Mandarin Blueprint Method online curriculum. Creators Luke Neale & Phil Crimmins answer questions and comments, discuss topics related to China […]
Oscar Haglund shares his awesome progress with Mandarin Blueprint
Oscar is a software developer who found our curriculum fascinating due to its super logical structure. He wants to become proficient in Mandarin Chinese to better communicate with his wife's family and keep up with his son's Chinese instruction. Due to Oscar's suggestions in this interview, we decided to add more practice material for improving listening skills to our course. Let's hear what he has to say!
Peter Byrd Finally Found Success In Mandarin After 20 Years Of Trying
Peter is a professional ballroom dance teacher who has been trying to learn Mandarin Chinese for 20 years, with limited success. After using the MB curriculum, this has all changed for the better. Now, he can't wait to start conversing with his Chinese students in Mandarin!
116. Beginner Or Intermediate?
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke answers questions for beginners and also intermediate learners.
115. A New Chinese Learning Landscape
In this week's episode of the MB Podcast Phil is telling us all about the new Chinese learning landscape they are bringing in.
114. When to Speak & Foundation Building
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke tells us about when it is the right time to start speaking Chinese.
113. Chinese Vocab Mnemonics
欢迎光临! Welcome! You can now subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or you can subscribe by copying the following URL into your favorite podcast APP: https://www.mandarinblueprint.com/feed/podcast/ The Mandarin Blueprint Podcast focuses primarily on The Mandarin Blueprint Method online curriculum. Creators Luke Neale & Phil Crimmins answer questions and comments, discuss topics related to China […]
112. Two Types of Expat Life in China
欢迎光临! Welcome! You can now subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or you can subscribe by copying the following URL into your favorite podcast APP: https://www.mandarinblueprint.com/feed/podcast/ The Mandarin Blueprint Podcast focuses primarily on The Mandarin Blueprint Method online curriculum. Creators Luke Neale & Phil Crimmins answer questions and comments, discuss topics related to China […]
111. But WHY, though?
欢迎光临! Welcome! You can now subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or you can subscribe by copying the following URL into your favorite podcast APP: https://www.mandarinblueprint.com/feed/podcast/ The Mandarin Blueprint Podcast focuses primarily on The Mandarin Blueprint Method online curriculum. Creators Luke Neale & Phil Crimmins answer questions and comments, discuss topics related to China […]
Nick Sims on Balancing Family, Career & Learning Chinese
Nick is one of the top contributors to the Mandarin Blueprint Method course, and we were thrilled to speak with him about his experience.
110. Language Mastery
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Phil tells us the news about Mandarin Blueprint being featured on Language Mastery.
109. Making Mnemonics for Memorizing Chinese Words
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke teaches us about how to make mnemonics for memorizing Chinese words.
108. Grinding vs. Gear-Shifting
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Phil tells us more about learning Mandarin Chinese in a graded way.
Interview with Kairi Shikari
Please enjoy this free-ranging conversation about language learning in general and Chinese acquisition in particular with Kairi Shikari.
107. Noticing Language Patterns Through Consistent Exposure
欢迎光临! Welcome! You can now subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or you can subscribe by copying the following URL into your favorite podcast APP: https://www.mandarinblueprint.com/feed/podcast/ The Mandarin Blueprint Podcast focuses primarily on The Mandarin Blueprint Method online curriculum. Creators Luke Neale & Phil Crimmins answer questions and comments, discuss topics related to China […]
Interview with Paul Schutz
Paul Schutz came to his interest in Mandarin Chinese by first following his interest in Chinese Traditional Medicine & Daoism.
106. Learning Grammar vs. Acquiring Grammar
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Phil teaches us the difference between learning and acquiring Chinese Grammar.
Interview with Joe Sutcliffe
Joe Sutcliffe is currently studying a double master’s in International Relations and Chinese Politics/Economics across Monash and Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Prior to this, he graduated with distinction with a degree in International Business from Monash University. He is an intern at the Australian Centre for Education and Training – Global. We had a great […]
105. Patience and Consistency in Learning Mandarin
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke teaches us about having consistency and patience when learning Mandarin.
Interview with TJ Chernick
Thomas “TJ” Chernick is the Director of the New York Chapter of the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC). As Director of nglccNY- he provides opportunities and support for LGBT entrepreneurs, professionals, and allies through activities within a dynamic chamber community that helps redefine NYC’s LGBTQ business community.  We had a great time discussing Mandarin learning, his […]
104. Softening Tone of Voice with 呢 ne
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Phil teaches us how to soften your tone of voice in Chinese with 呢 ne.
103. Saying “Not this, but that” in Mandarin
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke teaches us how to say "not this but that" in Mandarin Chinese.
102. Traveling China Speaking Mandarin
In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Phil talks to us about traveling China and speaking Mandarin.
“I would recommend your system to absolutely anybody who’s learning Chinese” – Jonathan Glazier
This case study is about Jonathan Glazier who would recommend the Mandarin Blueprint course to absolutely anybody who's learning Chinese.
“When you speak to a person in their own language, it goes to their heart” – Roger Milford
Roger is a CEO for a company in the Artificial Intelligence field. Originally from South Africa, he lives in Canada with his wife and children and wants to learn Mandarin to communicate better with the Chinese people in his community.
101. Expressing “only” in Mandarin with 才 cái
欢迎光临! Welcome! You can now subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or you can subscribe by copying the following URL into your favorite podcast APP: https://www.mandarinblueprint.com/feed/podcast/ The Mandarin Blueprint Podcast focuses primarily on The Mandarin Blueprint Method online curriculum. Creators Luke Neale & Phil Crimmins answer questions and comments, discuss topics related to China […]
100. The MB Podcast Turns 100! A Special Message From Luke & Phil
This week's episode we are celebrating the 100th episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast and Luke & Phil have a special message.