Welcome to Taiwan Language Episode – Your Gateway to Learning Mandarin & Taiwanese Through Culture

Looking to deepen your Mandarin Chinese or explore the rich world of Taiwanese language and culture? You’re in the right place!

At Taiwan Language Episode, each podcast episode brings you local perspectives from Taiwan—discussing daily life, cultural insights, and real stories straight from a native Mandarin and Taiwanese speaker. Most episodes are in Mandarin, with useful Taiwanese language elements woven in. It’s ideal for intermediate to advanced Chinese learners who want more than just textbook phrases.

Don’t worry if you’re just starting to learn Mandarin—this podcast is for you too!

Each episode is followed by an English version, perfect for beginners or anyone who prefers learning through English. You’ll also find newsletters written in English, giving you clear explanations, cultural insights, and vocabulary highlights.
Come explore Taiwan’s culture and language through the eyes of a local Taiwanese host—one episode at a time!

Want to get the most out of every episode?

Join the Study Guides membership!

I’ve created Study Guides to Boost Your Language Skills—designed to help you learn more effectively and confidently.

Each guide includes:

• Full transcripts in Mandarin and English
• Vocabulary lists with Hanyu Pinyin, Taiwanese Romanization, and phonetic symbols
• Listening and reading comprehension quizzes
• Reflection questions to deepen understanding
  Whether you’re self-studying or using the podcast as a supplemental resource, these guides are designed to support real-world language use.

Want even more ways to stay connected and keep learning?

Join the Free Weekly Newsletter!

Every week, I’ll send language tips, cultural stories, and podcast highlights straight to your inbox.

Think of it as having a Taiwanese friend and language coach writing to you personally each week. The newsletter is completely free, giving you full access to every post with no hidden costs, and you can unsubscribe anytime if you feel it’s not helping you. I truly hope, though, that you’ll find something useful and stay with me on this journey. I hope this newsletter inspires you to stick around and enjoy the journey of language learning and cultural discovery with me!

Thanks for stopping by. I’m so glad you’re here—and I can’t wait to grow and learn together through the Taiwan Language Episode journey!