Mandarin Monkey Podcast E06 - Life, Clothes and Jobs
Sep 1, 2018
Tom and Ula dive into the vibrant atmosphere of Taichung's jazz festival. They share insights about the joys and challenges of various jobs, including teaching English and supermarket work, while also touching on the importance of flexibility in work-life balance. The duo discusses the evolving fashion trends in Taiwan versus the West, exploring everything from short shorts to painted nails on men. Listeners will appreciate the practical language tips and engaging vocabulary sprinkled throughout the conversation.
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Daily Microlearning Works
- Use Pleco and short daily "Word Bites" to learn vocabulary in 1–3 minute chunks.
- Practice with example sentences and repeat them often to build retention.
Use Boxing To Relieve Stress
- Relieve stress through physical activity like boxing to reset focus and mood.
- Use regular gym sessions (rounds of bag work) as a repeatable outlet for pressure.
Make Practical Phrase Packs
- Build a travel e-book with handy phrases for real situations (restaurants, shopping, taboo topics).
- Include Chinglish-style translations so learners see natural spoken usage.