Chillchat (Learn Chinese and Chill)

Karen and Bai Wei dive into grandma's delightful cooking, reminiscing about a delicious tomato fish and their favorite dumplings with creative fillings. They rave about her mouthwatering pork spare ribs and the tangy vinegar-stirred cabbage. A discussion unfolds around the comforting potato and green bean stir-fry, highlighted by star anise. The hosts critique grandma's plain congee, comparing it to richer American styles. They celebrate the flavors of northeastern Chinese cuisine and invite listeners to share their own family recipes.

Explore the joys and challenges of new parenthood! Bai Wei shares his experiences of being a tired yet happy father of newborn twins, including soothing techniques like the 'airplane hold.' Learn fascinating terms like 'fussy' and the importance of feeding routines. Discover common triggers for baby fussiness and practical tips on burping, diaper changes, and waking little ones with playful tickling. This heartfelt conversation is packed with language learning and delightful parenting insights!

Dive into the fascinating world of newborn trivia! Discover why newborns don’t cry with tears initially and learn about the myth of blue-eyed babies. Explore how much sleep they really need and the surprising fact that newborns start with around 300 bones. Find out when those adorable social smiles begin to emerge and the best water temperature for their baths. Plus, get insights into breastfeeding guidelines and newborn heart rates. This playful quiz is packed with essential baby knowledge!

Bai Wei and Karen dive into quirky pregnancy trivia, discussing everything from cravings to nursery themes. They explore fascinating folklore linking food cravings to baby genders and reveal astounding world records like the heaviest newborn weighing nearly 22 pounds! Animal pregnancy facts take center stage, with revelations about possums, which have the shortest gestation, and the unique role of male seahorses. They also touch on octopuses that die after giving birth and hammerhead sharks capable of virgin births. It's a fun mix of knowledge and laughter!

The host dives into the fascinating world of shopping language, sharing personal stories of impulsive buys. Discover the nuances of 消费 (consumption) and 冲动消费 (impulse buying), along with insights on 理性消费 (rational spending). A discussion on 囤货 (stockpiling) reveals its links to discounts and pandemic behavior. The phrase 失心疯 adds a humorous touch, illustrating shopping frenzies during sales. Finally, explore how vocabulary reflects our consumption habits and affects cultural understanding.

Join Karen and Bai Wei as they dive into essential emergency Chinese phrases! Discover how to describe choking and dizziness, alongside vital terms for heart attacks, seizures, and strokes. Learn to communicate injuries and urgent situations effectively. They cover important emergency numbers in China, teach you how to ask for a doctor, and explain CPR terms. Plus, get tips on using AEDs. This lively chat is packed with practical language skills to prepare you for any unexpected situation!

DOWNLOAD the【podcast transcript with Pinyin and English】at 🔗 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chillingchineseORpatreon.com/chillingchinese (SAME CONTENT)Chinese lessons with Karen:issuejoe@outlook.comChilling Chinese monthly member to have access to podcast transcripts, weekly readings and grammar lessons!🌟Try FREE Sample study material here:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LYjO02naTBRjk0-tm-ohznHrIlns4-nlc8LtRx1nLkM/edit?usp=sharingNote: This podcast is intended for language learning ONLY. Not for promoting or criticizing any political party or ideology. Let’s keep it friendly and accessible to all :)Get some extra daily learning by following us on:Instagram @chillingchineseYouTube: Chilling ChineseSupport the showYou can ACCESS the【study material+transcript】at 👉🔗 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chillingchinese OR patreon.com/chillingchinese (SAME CONTENT)

DOWNLOAD the【podcast transcript with Pinyin and English】at 🔗 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chillingchineseORpatreon.com/chillingchinese (SAME CONTENT)Chinese lessons with Karen:issuejoe@outlook.comChilling Chinese monthly member to have access to podcast transcripts, weekly readings and grammar lessons!🌟Try FREE Sample study material here:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LYjO02naTBRjk0-tm-ohznHrIlns4-nlc8LtRx1nLkM/edit?usp=sharingNote: This podcast is intended for language learning ONLY. Not for promoting or criticizing any political party or ideology. Let’s keep it friendly and accessible to all :)Get some extra daily learning by following us on:Instagram @chillingchineseYouTube: Chilling ChineseSupport the showYou can ACCESS the【study material+transcript】at 👉🔗 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chillingchinese OR patreon.com/chillingchinese (SAME CONTENT)

大家好，我是Karen。又有一个新的消息要跟大家说，可能有一些听众或者订阅的观众已经知道了，那就是再过两天我就要去“卸货”了，对，我要去生宝宝了。我感觉做自媒体的人隔一段时间就会“我有一个消息要跟大家说”。对没错，所以马上我就要去生宝宝了。我给自己规划的产假是1到2个月左右，因为我们是双胞胎，所以可能会需要更多的时间去适应这个过渡期。大家不用担心，我有提前准备一些材料，所以目前所有Buy Me A Coffee和Patreon上面订阅的会员会停更两个星期，两个星期以后，每个星期固定的播客、文章，还有语法视频就会恢复更新了。对，所以想跟大家说一下这个消息。感谢大家一路以来对Chillchat，对我和柏威的支持。我们个人生活上的转变并不会影响以后我们制作汉语学习材料的工作，也希望宝宝的到来能够给我们一些更多的灵感，给大家创造更好的材料。对。想跟大家说一下这个消息，我们两个星期以后再见。DOWNLOAD the【podcast transcript with Pinyin and English】at 🔗 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chillingchineseORpatreon.com/chillingchinese (SAME CONTENT)Chilling Chinese monthly member to have access to podcast transcripts, weekly readings and grammar lessons!🌟Try FREE Sample study material here:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LYjO02naTBRjk0-tm-ohznHrIlns4-nlc8LtRx1nLkM/edit?usp=sharingNote: This podcast is intended for language learning ONLY. Not for promoting or criticizing any political party or ideology. Let’s keep it friendly and accessible to all :)Get some extra daily learning by following us on:Instagram @chillingchineseYouTube: Chilling ChineseSupport the showYou can ACCESS the【study material+transcript】at 👉🔗 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chillingchinese OR patreon.com/chillingchinese (SAME CONTENT)

DOWNLOAD the【podcast transcript with Pinyin and English】at 🔗 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chillingchineseORpatreon.com/chillingchinese (SAME CONTENT)Chinese lessons with Karen:issuejoe@outlook.comChilling Chinese monthly member to have access to podcast transcripts, weekly readings and grammar lessons!🌟Try FREE Sample study material here:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LYjO02naTBRjk0-tm-ohznHrIlns4-nlc8LtRx1nLkM/edit?usp=sharingNote: This podcast is intended for language learning ONLY. Not for promoting or criticizing any political party or ideology. Let’s keep it friendly and accessible to all :)Get some extra daily learning by following us on:Instagram @chillingchineseYouTube: Chilling ChineseSupport the showYou can ACCESS the【study material+transcript】at 👉🔗 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chillingchinese OR patreon.com/chillingchinese (SAME CONTENT)