Ms.Chin's Bedtime Mandarin: Learn Taiwanese Mandarin in Your Sleep

Episodes

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  30. 為什麼台灣人都會日文？台語裡的日文與台灣的滑雪奇觀 | Why is there a Skiing Craze in a place with no snow 02.10.2026 13m

  Why does almost every Taiwanese person seem to know a bit of Japanese? In this episode, I share my thoughts on the "Taiwanese Are All N1" urban legend, Taiwan's curious obsession with traveling to Japan to ski despite having no snow at home, and the surprising Japanese loanwords hidden in everyday Taiwanese! 為什麼每個台灣人多多少少好像都聽得懂一點日文？這集聊聊「台灣人均 N1」的都市傳說、不下雪卻流行去日本滑雪的在地奇觀，以及台語裡面那些意想不到的日文外來語！ To follow along when you're awake, you can find the interactive study guide here: https://mschinmandarin.huh.tw For members, complete study guides can be found here: https://s.ee/studyguides Let's practice tone, vocabulary, phrase usage and so much more! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  29. 官網正式上線與日檢挑戰 | Official Website Launch and JLPT Challenge 25.09.2026 12m

  Our official website is finally live! In this episode, I share the excitement of launching our brand-new learning platform, my Mandarin teaching exam results, and setting a new goal to challenge the JLPT N2! 「官網終於正式跟大家見面了！」這集跟大家分享官方會員網站上線的喜訊、對外華語教學認證考試的有趣成績，以及我給自己設定的下一個目標——挑戰日檢 N2！ If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find the episode study guide here: https://mschinmandarin.huh.tw For members, full study guides can be found here: https://s.ee/studyguides Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  28. 我最近為什麼沉迷看 BL？ | Why I Started Binge-Watching BL Anime 18.09.2026 13m

  Why did I suddenly get hooked on BL (Boys' Love) anime this past month? In this episode, I share my personal take on the refreshing "equal relationships" in these stories, how it relates to my past workplace experience, and how it unexpectedly boosted my Japanese learning! 我最近為什麼會突然沉迷於看 BL（Boys' Love）動畫？這集從我個人的追劇經驗出發，聊聊我自己在故事裡看到的「對等關係與舒適感」，以及這場追劇狂潮帶給我的無痛學日文意外收穫！ If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  27. 逃離演算法！在網路上蓋一個自己的家與 Y2K 復古潮流 | Escaping Algorithms: Building a Home on the Indie Web & Y2K Nostalgia 04.09.2026 14m

  Are you tired of toxic social media algorithms and constant notifications? In this episode, let's explore Y2K retro tech and the "IndieWeb" movement, where we can build our own slow, hand-crafted personal websites on NeoCities and Tumblr! Y2K Retro: My Tamagotchi collection and the revival of old tech. Indie Web: Finding true, slow connections through retro guest books and 88x31 buttons. Cool Platforms: Build your home: Neocities / Nekoweb Retro blogging: Tumblr Fun find: Kuo Jung Table Tennis (國榮桌球) on Tumblr! If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  26. 網路上第一次被罵！害怕表達意見的 I 人日常 | My First Time Being Called Out Online & An Introvert's Daily Life 28.08.2026 14m

  Do you often stay silent just to avoid conflict, feeling too terrified to express your real opinions? In this episode, I share my surprisingly peaceful experience of being called out online and discuss how we introverts can practice finding our voices! 你也因為害怕衝突，總是習慣把想法憋在心裡、連為自己爭取權益都覺得壓力很大嗎？這集聊聊我人生中第一次在網路上被罵的奇妙體驗，以及我們該如何練習勇敢表達自我，慢慢找回內向者的底氣。 If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  25. 你的時間值多少？從月收 10 美金到時薪 120 美金的心態轉換 | From $10/mo to $120/hr: Overcoming the Fear of Charging 14.08.2026 15m

  How do you overcome the fear of charging people for your own work after leaving a full-time job? In this episode, I share my journey of transitioning from a nervous $10/month freelancer to a confident $120/hour consultant, and how I learned to truly value my own time. 離開公司、失去全職工作的保護傘後，我們要如何克服向別人收費的恐懼？這集我將分享自己如何從一個連收 10 美元都汗流浹背的內向者，一步步建立底氣，轉變成時薪 120 美元的自由工作者。 If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  24. 考完對外華語教學能力認證啦！心得分享 | Taking The Mandarin Teaching Exam & How Taiwanese Pronounce B1, B2, B3 07.08.2026 16m

  Did you know Taiwanese say "B1" and "B2" in English, but suddenly switch to Chinese for "B-three" (B-三)? In this episode, I share my real experience of taking the Mandarin Teaching Certification Exam! 你知道台灣人平常會說「B1」、「B2」，但遇到 B3 時卻會自動切換成中文唸作「B三」嗎？這集來聊聊我剛考完「對外華語教學能力認證考試」的真實奇妙體驗！從太久沒寫字、手部肌肉退化寫作文寫到大崩潰，到二、三十人擠在同一間教室同時錄音的尷尬口試現場。一起來聽聽有趣的台灣口語習慣與考後反思！ If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  23. 什麼是「社畜」與「霸總」？從異世界 BL 動畫看台灣職場心酸 | "Corporate Slaves" & Taiwanese Workplace Culture 31.07.2026 14m

  I just finished my Mandarin teaching certification exam and unexpectedly fell into the rabbit hole of an "Isekai BL anime"! In this episode, let's learn some Taiwanese subculture slang and dive deep into adult workplace anxiety: Taiwanese Pop Culture Dictionary: What do "Isekai" (異世界), "Corporate Slave" (社畜), "Domineering CEO" (霸總), and "Spoilers" (暴雷) mean?B The Struggles of a Software Engineer: The frustrating reality of doing "useless work" (做白工)—spending months building new features only to see them deleted.D Searching for Security: Why does the anime protagonist work overtime desperately even when he doesn't need the money? The Ultimate Dream: If money wasn't an issue, why would we still want to work? Finding self-worth and the true meaning of working. 剛考完華語教學認證考試，我意外入坑了一部「異世界 BL 動畫」！這集我們來上一堂台灣次文化字典，順便聊聊大人的職場焦慮： 台灣流行語解析：什麼是「異世界」、「社畜」、「霸總」與「暴雷」？ 軟體工程師的心酸：花了幾個月開發新功能又被刪掉，充滿無力感的「做白工」日常。 尋找安全感：為什麼主角明明不缺錢，卻還要拼命加班工作？ 社畜的終極夢想：如果金錢無虞，我們為什麼還想工作？尋找自我價值與工作的真正意義。 The anime I watched: isekai office worker, 異世界的處置依社畜而定, 異世界の沙汰は社畜次第 If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  22. 什麼是好老師？從「小老師」到陪吃便當的大學導師 | Taiwan School Culture: What Makes a Good Teacher? 24.07.2026 16m

  Did you know Taiwanese university students have a "homeroom teacher" (導師) who eats bento boxes with them? In this episode, we explore Taiwan’s unique campus culture! From the high school 小老師 system to my own struggle of returning to Taiwan without knowing any Chinese characters. Let's talk about what truly makes a good teacher! 這集我們來聊聊外國人不知道的台灣校園文化，以及那些改變我的好老師！ 讓外國人超驚訝的大學「導師」：會陪學生吃便當聊天的教授？ 台灣高中專屬的「小老師」文化與「社會/自然組」差異。 If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  21. 花了六萬塊的教訓：拆解線上課程套路與知識的真實定價 | The Online Course Trap: My $2,000 Mistake 17.07.2026 16m

  Have you ever been tempted by those "Make Money Online" courses? I definitely was. In this episode, I share my painful $2,000 USD (60,000 NTD) mistake of buying an over-priced online course! We will break down the dark side of the knowledge industry: from "free" webinars and marketing funnels to the hidden 1-on-1 pricing trap. We also talk about the "Red Flags" you should look out for, and ask a deep question: Is a video course really worth 10 times the price of a well-written book? 你曾經被網路上「教你如何賺錢」的廣告打中過嗎？這集來聊聊我花了六萬塊台幣（約兩千美金）買線上課程，結果大踩雷的真實血淚史！ 破解賣課套路：免費直播 (Webinar)、漏斗行銷 (Funnel) 與最不誠實的「一對一隱藏報價」陷阱。 購買高價課程前，絕對要留意的「三大紅燈警訊 (Red Flags)」。 為什麼我們願意花大錢買課？解析背後的「焦慮」與學習心態。 知識的真實定價反思：一堂影片課賣到一本書的十倍價錢，內容真的有超過一本書的價值嗎？ If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  20. 國外看病痛到大哭？台灣健保的醫療文化衝擊 | Healthcare Culture Shock: Spain vs Taiwan 10.07.2026 14m

  Why do Taiwanese students fly home just to see a doctor? In this episode, we explore massive healthcare culture shocks! From waiting months in Spain vs. just 2 weeks in Taiwan, to health insurance anxiety in the US. Let's talk about why Taiwan’s NHI makes us feel secure, and the hidden cost of "3-minute consultations." 為什麼台灣留學生寧願花大錢買機票飛回台灣看病？這集來聊聊巨大的「醫療文化衝擊」！ 台灣回診等兩週，西班牙室友卻因「等不到門診」痛到大哭？ 美國職場保險焦慮 vs 台灣全民健保（NHI）帶給我的底氣。 看病便宜的代價：備受抱怨的「三分鐘看診」現象。 If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  19. 體脂肪焦慮與懶人健康法：為什麼健檢紅字絕對不能跟亞洲父母說？| Body Fat Anxiety, Lazy Habits & Asian Parents 26.06.2026 14m

  In this episode, we talk about the annual anxiety of health checkups and my struggles to build a workout routine. From taking midday dance classes at the local sports center to discovering the ultimate "lazy" way to drink oatmeal. We also talk about a viral quote from NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang about "Asian parents' nagging," and why I decided to hide my health checkup results from my parents! 自從開始遠端工作後，沒有了每天的通勤，走路步數大幅下降，每年的健康檢查（健檢）就像是一個充滿體脂肪焦慮的鬧鐘！ 這集我們來聊聊培養健康習慣的那些日常小事。從尋找國民運動中心開在平日中午的舞蹈課，到發現克服「摩擦力」的終極懶人燕麥飲法。最後，也聊聊 NVIDIA 執行長黃仁勳說的「亞洲父母太愛唸」，以及為什麼面對健檢報告上的紅字，我絕對不打算跟爸媽分享的原因！ If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode!" -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  18. 日記回顧：900 塊的粽子、防詐騙的主管，與被裁員的那天 | Diary Recap: Expensive Zongzi, Scams & Layoffs 19.06.2026 13m

  I started reading my old Japanese diary entries and hope that by sharing these "boring" life events may include some Taiwanese culture in it! In this episode, we talk about the notorious traffic jams in the Xueshan Tunnel and got 4 Zongzi (Rice Dumplings) costs 900 NTD! I also share a hilarious workplace story where my manager thought my new remote job was a scam. Let's dive into these time capsules! "If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode!" -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  17. [社恐進化史 下集] 連約上課都有障礙！I 人的自我定價與生存學 | Social Anxiety Part 2: An Introvert's Survival Guide 12.06.2026 12m

  From trying to avoid manual booking for a table tennis class to figuring out how to set my own hourly rate as a tutor. Let's talk about the introvert's struggle with salary negotiation, and why finding a comfortable pace for yourself is the best way to survive adulthood! 你曾經光想到要主動跟教練要 LINE 預約上課，就覺得困難重重嗎？在「社恐進化史」的下集，我們來聊聊 I 人的成人生活挑戰！從尋找「不需要人工諮詢」的桌球課，到在 Threads 上應徵家教的自我定價焦慮。一起來聽聽社恐人面對「薪水談判」時的心態轉變，以及我是如何找到讓自己舒服的生存法則！ If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  16. 新手如何開始自己的 Podcast？一人 Podcast 幕後製作大公開 | Podcasting for Beginners: Behind the Scenes of This Podcast 05.06.2026 14m

  Have you ever thought about starting a podcast but felt overwhelmed? In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of Ms. Chin's Bedtime Mandarin! I'm still a beginner but I feel like as a beginner, the tools I suggest will be beginner friendly. With this workflow, even the construction sounds can completely be removed as well! 你曾經想過要開始自己的 Podcast，卻因為不懂剪輯或擔心設備而遲遲不敢行動嗎？這集我們來聊聊 Ms. Chin 的幕後製作秘辛。身為一個沒有專業錄音室的一人團隊，我是如何用免費工具掩蓋附近超大的施工聲音？如果你也想嘗試製作 Podcast，Ms. Chin 也還是新手，所以推薦的東西絕對適合新手！ Audacity (免費剪輯軟體): https://s.ee/audacity Trebble (用逐字稿剪輯，此為 Ms.Chin 專屬推薦連結): https://aff.af/trebble Adobe Podcast (AI 語音增強/去噪音): https://s.ee/adobe-podcast If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  15. [社恐進化史 上集] 連點個飲料都被說不要緊張！I 人不友善的童年 | Social Anxiety Part 1: How the World Is Harsh for Introverts 29.05.2026 15m

  Have you ever struggled to order a drink at a local tea shop like 50 Lan (五十嵐), or cried in the backseat of your dad's car because you were terrified of college dorms? In this episode, we kick off a new mini-series diving deep into my 20-year history of social anxiety (社恐). If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  14. 免費演講的荒謬後續與拒絕窮忙 | The Unpaid Meetup Talk Follow-Up & No More Busywork 22.05.2026 12m

  In this episode, we follow up on the chaotic Meetup event. From the organizer not showing up to my ultimate realization that not setting clear goals leads to "busywork" (窮忙). Spoil alert, this podcast is for sleep so we'll definitely end on a positive note and my own reflections. If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on my BuyMeACoffee page: https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  13. 衛生紙當生日禮物？三十歲後，我學會按下友情的暫停鍵 | Toilet Paper for a Birthday Gift? Pressing Pause on Friendships After 30 15.05.2026 12m

  Starting with a story of a birthday gift I sent that completely backfired! I once sent a huge box of toilet paper to a friend's office! In this episode, we talk about this hilarious incident, group trip (揪團) misunderstandings, and I learned it's okay to press "pause" on stressful friendships after 30. 你曾經送過大翻車的生日禮物嗎？有一年，我居然寄了一大箱衛生紙到朋友公司，結果對方超生氣。這集聊聊這場荒謬的慘案與「揪團」出遊的誤會。三十歲後，如果對一段關係感到一點壓力，可以勇敢為友情按下「暫停鍵」。 If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  12. 不想再當免費講者以及聊聊國內外 Meetup 文化差異 | A Gentle Rant: Speaking for Free & Meetup Culture Differences 08.05.2026 13m

  Have you ever felt your time was disrespected? Recently, I gave an unpaid talk at a local Meetup, only to realize the organizer didn't promote the event at all. Also shared my insights on the cultural differences when attending a meetup in Taiwan. And lastly, I will no longer be doing completely unpaid talks as a lesson learned from this experience. 你曾經覺得自己的時間不被尊重嗎？最近我答應了一場無酬的 Meetup 演講，卻發現主辦方完全沒有幫忙宣傳活動。這集想跟大家分享我對台灣與國外 Meetup 聚會文化差異的觀察。最後，從這次經驗中學到教訓，我決定為自己的時間設立界線，拒絕再當完全免費的講者了！ If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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  11. 裸辭正流行？台灣親戚聚會閒聊 | Is Quitting Your Job the New Trend? Meetup with Relatives 01.05.2026 8m

  "Naked resignation" (裸辭) is a trending term in Taiwan for quitting your job without a backup plan. At a recent family gathering, I noticed more relatives stepping away from traditional office jobs. As an introvert, I spent 30 minutes just staring at my uncle's fish and reflecting on my own layoff. Why is it so easy to tell friends about losing a job, but so hard to tell our parents? Join me for a casual, relaxing chat about family dynamics and unspoken secrets. 「裸辭」現在正流行嗎？在最近的親戚聚會上，我發現越來越多親戚離開了傳統的公司體制。身為一個在聚會上安靜看魚看了半小時的 I 人，這也讓我回想起當初被裁員時，為什麼對朋友可以輕鬆坦白，對父母卻只想選擇逃避？這是一集想幹嘛就幹嘛的日常閒聊，希望能稍微陪伴到你。 If you would like to follow along when you're awake, you can find transcripts (Zhuyin, Pinyin) and translation PDFs on https://s.ee/mschin Interact with Ms. Chin ⭐ Leave a review with your question, and I will chat about it in a future episode! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn