Best Speak Chinese Naturally Podcasts (2025)

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【古人智慧经典】山不在高，有仙则名；水不在深，有龙则灵。 9:15

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欢迎收听《自然而然说中文》，在这一期的节目里，你能够：了解“山不在高，有仙则名；水不在深，有龙则灵。”的意义和用法。「This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠pinyin app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 」预订和佳佳的线上一对一课-Book your 1-on-1 class with Jiajia: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://speakchinesenaturally.com/product-category/online-courses/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 加入会员以获取完整文本、释义、拼音和练习-Si…

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Let's get real about free speech | Greg Lukianoff 13:13

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"Too many people believe in something closer to freedom from speech rather than freedom of speech," says attorney Greg Lukianoff. In a timely talk, he warns against the rise of "mob censorship" — and reminds us why free speech is the best check on power ever invented. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey! Become a TED M…

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The US bombed Iran. Now what? | TED Explains the World with Ian Bremmer 47:32

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On June 21, the United States launched strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites, escalating the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. Political scientist Ian Bremmer explains why President Trump decided to bomb Iran, the risk of a broadening war and what to look for next at this uncertain moment. (This interview, hosted by TED’s Helen Walters, wa…

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Sunday Pick: Kara Swisher | Design Matters 1:13:04

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Tech journalist, opinion leader, and disruptor—Kara Swisher has hosted hundreds of newsmaking interviews tracking tech and media's changing power dynamics, often going head-to-head with the most prominent figures in the technology industry. She joins a live studio audience to talk about her inimitable career covering the ever-evolving world of tech…

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How do you prepare for jobs that don't exist yet? A work expert and a YouTuber answer | Jon Youshaei and Michelle Weise 28:39

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Video creator Jon Youshaei and workplace expert Michelle Weise team up to crack the code on how to thrive through career chaos. They discuss how technological change is upending traditional career paths, explore the art of making your skills stand out and offer essential advice for young people entering the workforce. (This conversation is part of …

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Is your partner "the one?" Wrong question | George Blair-West 16:52

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Marrying for love is a relatively recent phenomenon for humanity, and we still don't fully understand what it means for building successful relationships, says author and psychiatrist George Blair-West. Drawing from his extensive experience working with couples, he shares four questions every couple should ask themselves before tying the knot — and…

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How to use language exchange to level up your Mandarin 11:37

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Links: My Discord server: https://discord.gg/b9PAyKwT9p My blog: imlearningmandarin.com -- In this episode, I share my personal experiences and practical tips on how to use language exchange to supercharge your Mandarin speaking skills. I talk about: When I think it's best to start looking for a language exchange partner. Where I’ve had the most su…

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What is Juneteenth, and why is it important? | Karlos Hill and Soraya Field Fiorio 6:59

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At the end of the Civil War, though slavery was technically illegal in all states, it still persisted in the last bastions of the Confederacy. This was the case when Union General Gordon Granger marched his troops into Galveston, Texas on June 19th and announced that all enslaved people there were officially free. Karlos K. Hill and Soraya Field Fi…

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A musical duet with AI herself | Todd Almond and Donna Murphy 11:07

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In a show-stopping duet, Broadway legends Todd Almond and Donna Murphy (portraying the imagined character of AI) dig into our tangled relationship with artificial intelligence — blending wit and warmth with a touch of existential dread. This Broadway act, written exclusively for TED, is cabaret meets searing social commentary meets comedic gold. Wa…

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The big idea funding forest conservation | Andika Putraditama 11:02

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Palm oil is in nearly every commodity you use — food, shampoo, makeup and more — but harvesting this essential material has contributed to the destruction of millions of hectares of forests globally. Sustainability leader Andika Putraditama shares how a groundbreaking collaboration between conservationists and global brands is turning this crisis o…

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Forget hustle culture. Behold the Artist Corporation | Yancey Strickler 11:33

9d ago11:33

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Kickstarter cofounder Yancey Strickler unveils a radical new economic model that could transform how creative people build sustainable careers, amass collective wealth and escape the burnout of hustle culture. Hear his vision for how artists can pool resources, share profits and own their work in a new kind of economy, as he poses a tantalizing vie…

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Sunday Pick: Why you should get good at being bad | Fixable 26:22

10d ago26:22

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Sometimes the only way to win is by finding the courage to lose. This week, Anne and Frances want you to “dare to be bad” in order to free up capacity to excel at more important things. They share insight on the power of strategic “no”s, the value of ruthless prioritization, and how Steve Jobs and Apple delivered breakthrough innovation by strategi…

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How do you stop caring what others think? A filmmaker and a therapist answer | Baron Ryan and Stephanie R. Yates-Anyabwile 27:47

11d ago27:47

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How do you quit people-pleasing? Internet filmmaker Baron Ryan and family therapist Stephanie R. Yates-Anyabwile unpack the all-too-common fear of rejection and explore the practices necessary to reclaim your ability to finally say “no” and stop caring about what other people think. (This conversation is part of “TED Intersections,” a series featur…

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How to lead with radical candor | Kim Scott 16:55

12d ago16:55

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"How can you say what you mean without being mean?" asks CEO coach and author Kim Scott. Delving into the delicate balance between caring and challenging when leading in the workplace, she introduces "radical candor" as the way to give constructive criticism, compassionately. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey! Become…

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The case for making art when the world is on fire | Amie McNee 14:08

13d ago14:08

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Making art isn’t self-indulgent — it’s an essential, radical act of creation, says writer Amie McNee. She explores the importance of having a creative practice, whether you’re a long-time artist or an aspiring one, and shows how to move past self-doubt and start expressing yourself. If you’ve ever felt like your creativity doesn’t matter in a world…

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【学习方法】新词学了就忘？三个建议增加你的积极词汇。 14:21

13d ago14:21

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欢迎收听《自然而然说中文》，在这一期的节目里，你能够：得到三个增加积极词汇的建议。「This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠pinyin app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 」预订和佳佳的线上一对一课-Book your 1-on-1 class with Jiajia: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://speakchinesenaturally.com/product-category/online-courses/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 加入会员以获取完整文本、释义、拼音和练习-Sign up for member…

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Getting smart about Mandarin listening 9:52

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Links: My website: imlearningmandarin.com -- In this episode, I discuss one of the biggest challenges Mandarin learners face: improving listening skills. I explore why this aspect of language learning often feels so frustrating, including the psychological hurdles unique to Mandarin and the sheer amount of vocabulary needed for smooth comprehension…

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The surprising power of your nature photos | Scott Loarie 13:01

14d ago13:01

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Scott Loarie has a challenge for you: go outside and take a picture of a living thing. He introduces the global community of people building a living atlas of the natural world by sharing their nature photos with scientists — and shows how you can join in on the fun. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey! Become a TED Me…

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Contract "Not" to sound more natural 10:30

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"Not" — just three little letters, but one of the most common words in English. And yet, many non-native speakers pronounce it in a way that sounds unnatural. In this episode, we break down why that happens, how native speakers actually use and pronounce "not" (hint: they almost always contract it), and how mastering this tiny word can make a huge …

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Inside a dark web kill list | Carl Miller 15:30

15d ago15:30

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Who pays for an assassin on the internet? Dark web researcher Carl Miller spent years tracking down the answer to this question. In this chilling talk, he shares how he uncovered real kill orders placed online by seemingly ordinary individuals — and gives an unsettling look at what drives people to the brink. (Note: This talk contains descriptions …

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What introverts wish everyone else knew | Shalewa Sharpe 11:18

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Comedian Shalewa Sharpe recounts the hilarious tale of how capitalism broke her ankle, what’s going on with dive bar bathrooms and why she — a quiet soul who likes to sip chamomile tea — brings a tote bag to a wild night out. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey! Become a TED Member today at ted.com/join Learn more abou…

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Information Inoculation: Why we need to fight misinformation about vaccines | TED Health 45:39

17d ago45:39

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Ethan Lindenberger never got vaccinated as a kid. So one day, he went on Reddit and asked a simple question: "Where do I go to get vaccinated?" The post went viral, landing Lindenberger in the middle of a heated debate about vaccination and, ultimately, in front of a US Senate committee. The high school senior reports back on his unexpected time in…

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How can creativity help us heal? A doctor and a cartoonist answer | Amy Baxter and Navied Mahdavian 24:27

18d ago24:27

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When medicine mixes with metaphor, what kind of healing transpires? In this unexpected meeting of minds, physician Amy Baxter shares her innovative approach to treating pain, while cartoonist Navied Mahdavian explores how he traces its deeper meaning. From punchlines to pain scales, they reveal how drawing can be diagnostic and why medicine might j…

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The fine art of fibbing | Athena Kugblenu 10:10

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Comedian and writer Athena Kugblenu has a hot take: we’re all liars, and that’s OK. Exploring the line between the little lies that do no harm and the big, self-serving whoppers you’d best avoid, she offers a crucial question to ask yourself to help determine if honesty is the best policy — or if a fib might best fit the situation. Want to help sha…

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A new lifeline for the world's coral reefs | Theresa Fyffe 10:09

20d ago10:09

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Coral reefs are the most biodiverse ecosystem on the planet and the lifeblood of a thriving ocean. Yet without action, 90 percent of coral reefs could die by 2050. Fortunately, reef guardian Theresa Fyffe has a plan. Learn how her team at the Great Barrier Reef Foundation is rolling out a targeted approach to large-scale coral restoration by combin…

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【民间俗语】前怕狼，后怕虎。 9:30

20d ago9:30

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欢迎收听《自然而然说中文》，在这一期的节目里，你能够： 1.了解“前怕狼，后怕虎。”的意义和用法。 2.练习发音。「This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠pinyin app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 」预订和佳佳的线上一对一课-Book your 1-on-1 class with Jiajia: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://speakchinesenaturally.com/product-category/online-courses/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 加入会员以获取完整文本、释义、拼音和练习-Sign …

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Exposing Mandarin learning snake oil content 8:06

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Links: My website: imlearningmandarin.com -- On today's episode, I'm going to talk about a genre of Mandarin learning content which in recent times has exploded on the internet. And that is what I would broadly term as Mandarin learning snake oil. I break down how you can easily tell the difference between Mandarin learning advice given in good fai…

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Why Ukraine's drone attack on Russia changes war forever | Ian Bremmer 46:45

21d ago46:45

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Ukraine’s surprise drone strike deep inside Russia damaged billions of dollars’ worth of irreplaceable military aircraft and marks a major milestone in the ongoing conflict. Political scientist Ian Bremmer breaks down how the Ukrainians pulled off the astonishing attack, the risk of nuclear retaliation from Putin and why “asymmetric warfare” is her…

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Beyond the Talk: Lei Cheng in conversation with TED Talks Daily 21:27

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“ I marvel at every little freedom that we have. Because for three years and two months, it was all brutally taken away from me,” says Australian journalist Lei Cheng. In 2020, Lei was wrongfully detained in China after being falsely accused of leaking state secrets. Several years after her release, she took the stage at TED2025 to share her perspe…

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【古人智慧经典】山不在高，有仙则名；水不在深，有龙则灵。 9:15

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Let's get real about free speech | Greg Lukianoff 13:13

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The US bombed Iran. Now what? | TED Explains the World with Ian Bremmer 47:32

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Sunday Pick: Kara Swisher | Design Matters 1:13:04

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How do you prepare for jobs that don't exist yet? A work expert and a YouTuber answer | Jon Youshaei and Michelle Weise 28:39

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Is your partner "the one?" Wrong question | George Blair-West 16:52

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How to use language exchange to level up your Mandarin 11:37

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What is Juneteenth, and why is it important? | Karlos Hill and Soraya Field Fiorio 6:59

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A musical duet with AI herself | Todd Almond and Donna Murphy 11:07

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The big idea funding forest conservation | Andika Putraditama 11:02

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Forget hustle culture. Behold the Artist Corporation | Yancey Strickler 11:33

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Sunday Pick: Why you should get good at being bad | Fixable 26:22

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How do you stop caring what others think? A filmmaker and a therapist answer | Baron Ryan and Stephanie R. Yates-Anyabwile 27:47

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How to lead with radical candor | Kim Scott 16:55

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The case for making art when the world is on fire | Amie McNee 14:08

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【学习方法】新词学了就忘？三个建议增加你的积极词汇。 14:21

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Getting smart about Mandarin listening 9:52

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The surprising power of your nature photos | Scott Loarie 13:01

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Contract "Not" to sound more natural 10:30

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Inside a dark web kill list | Carl Miller 15:30

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What introverts wish everyone else knew | Shalewa Sharpe 11:18

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Information Inoculation: Why we need to fight misinformation about vaccines | TED Health 45:39

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How can creativity help us heal? A doctor and a cartoonist answer | Amy Baxter and Navied Mahdavian 24:27

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The fine art of fibbing | Athena Kugblenu 10:10

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A new lifeline for the world's coral reefs | Theresa Fyffe 10:09

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【民间俗语】前怕狼，后怕虎。 9:30

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Exposing Mandarin learning snake oil content 8:06

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Why Ukraine's drone attack on Russia changes war forever | Ian Bremmer 46:45

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Beyond the Talk: Lei Cheng in conversation with TED Talks Daily 21:27