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SMART Mandarin- Katrina Lee

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SMART Mandarin Podcast & YouuTube Channel helps you to speak Mandarin with confidence & Joy!

New episodes: Several times a week
Typical length: 16 min
Latest: 18 Feb 2026
Language: Chinese

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18 Feb 2026 · 32 min

EP. 318 Chinese New Year Tradition & Pression

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31 Jan 2026 · 27 min
EP 317 Why We Work from Home? 我們在家工作的故事
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31 Jan 2026 · 10 min
EP 316 Love or Control?! Asian Parents!
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31 Jan 2026 · 21 min
EP 315 Our Fitness Story 談運動的故事！
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31 Jan 2026 · 20 min
EP 314 Our Nightmare Travel Buddies
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31 Jan 2026 · 20 min
EP 313 Teacher Richard's Volunteering Story
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19 Dec 2025 · 20 min
EP312 The Most Awkward Student Moments 讓老師超傻眼的學生瞬間
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13 Dec 2025 · 20 min
EP 311 Joy Recipe vs. Happiness Recipe❤️ How Do We Find Our Own? Intermediate Chinese Talk 開心&幸福的配方
❤️ Join SMART Mandarin YouTube Membership to Unlock All Exclusive Content https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg5zAAP06T-PZyg1ydVmFeg/join Follow Teacher ⁨@easytalkchinesewithJin⁩ on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chineseteacher_jin/ SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0ea Class inquiry: smartmandarinchinese@ gmail.com support@ smartmandarinkatrina.com Connected with us on Instagram Teacher Jin https://www.instagram.com/chineseteacher_jin/ Teacher Katrina https://www.instagram.com/katrina_lee_smart_mandarin_/ Learn on Spotify…
10 Dec 2025 · 42 min
EP310 The Truth Behind Collaborating with Chinese - Real Talk Advanced Chinese with @dashumandarin
✅ To download full transcript and watch more videos, join our my YT membership! 🎉🎉 😀 SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0ea Book a lesson with me! [email protected] [email protected] with me on Instagram 🤩https://www.instagram.com/katrina_lee_smart_mandarin_/ 😀 SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0eaLearn on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/68j9QbDcXUflsq4KcpRhKY?si=34fcf93e13fb4184
3 Dec 2025 · 16 min
EP 309 Teacher Richard's Childhood Story😭理查老師的童年故事
🎯Join my YT Membership to get full transcript of my videos and weekly exclusive lesson, monthly Zoom call with me! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg5zAAP06T-PZyg1ydVmFeg/join SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0ea Class inquiry: smartmandarinchinese@ gmail.com support@ smartmandarinkatrina.com Connected with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/katrina_lee_smart_mandarin_/ SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0ea
26 Nov 2025 · 16 min
EP 308 Fake Bestie Story What is true friendship?
SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0ea Class inquiry: smartmandarinchinese@ gmail.com support@ smartmandarinkatrina.com Connected with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/katrina_lee_smart_mandarin_/ SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0ea Learn on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/68j9QbDcXUflsq4KcpRhKY?si=34fcf93e13fb4184
20 Nov 2025 · 22 min
EP 307 When LOVE VS. MONEY❤️ What ‘Compatibility’ Really Means in Chinese Culture
In this video, @chinesewithben and I talk about a very important concept in Chinese dating: 門當戶對 (being a good match).We also share our views on money vs. love — which one matters more in a relationship?And lastly, Teacher Ben opens up and shares a personal (and a bit sad) love story related to this topic. :) Timestamps ⏰00:41 Introduction to the concept of 門當戶對03:18 Love or conditions — which one matters more?06:01 Katrina’s view and her own experience with her boyfriend10:07 “Love or Bread” — which is more important?12:06 Ben’s breakup story caused by different financial values13:46 Why…
11 Nov 2025 · 18 min
EP 306 Who Pays on the First Date? Intermediate Chinese
In this episode @chinesewithben and @smartmandarinkatrinalee talk about who should pay on the first date from our own perspectives — and share our personal first date stories about AA制 and money!⏱️ Timestamps0:27 — Introduction1:28 — What does “AA” mean in Chinese?3:32 — Other Chinese words that appear in English4:23 — Who pays on the first date? (Our opinions)5:26 — What would Teacher Ben do if a girl expects men to pay?7:00 — If a girl offers to go AA on the first date, what does Teacher Ben think?8:03 — What does it mean if a girl insists on AA? (Unspoken dating tips and hidden meanings…
2 Nov 2025 · 4 min
EP 305 Live with Parents or Not - Intermediate Chinese Podcast
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30 Oct 2025 · 18 min
EP 304 Taiwanese Movies & Dramas - The Change and Recommendation 台灣人電視劇和電影
Download interview script here: https://winning-thinker-7590.kit.com/e11e41bf08 Ola Mandarin : https://www.instagram.com/olamandarin.official/ SMART Mandarin: https://www.instagram.com/katrina_lee_smart_mandarin_/ Timestamps 0:21 — Introduction 0:58 — Why are we talking about Taiwanese dramas? 1:35 — Which TV drama left the deepest impression? 2:26 — Why do 90s romantic dramas seem problematic now? 4:36 — Do Taiwanese people still watch TV dramas today? 7:15 — Our top recommended Taiwanese drama on Netflix 15:01 — Our top recommended Taiwanese movie Chinese Immersion Hub – Join my monthly…
21 Oct 2025 · 18 min
EP 303 Common Chinese Phrases Don't Exist in English 沒有英語翻譯的中文詞彙 #intermediatechinese
Chinese Immersion Hub – Join my monthly HSK3–4 speaking community!Practice your Chinese every week with me and fellow students from around the world. Each session features different engaging topics to boost your speaking skills and confidence. https://chinesehub.carrd.co/ Ola Mandarin Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/olamandarin.official/ SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0ea Contact us: smartmandarinchinese@ gmail.com Connected with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/katrina_lee_smart_mandarin_/ SMART Mandarin Insider…
20 Oct 2025 · 2 min
EP 302 先斬後奏 (xiān zhǎn hòu zòu) Chinese Idiom : First behead, then report (to the emperor/superior)
😍 Chinese Immersion Hub – Join my monthly HSK3–4 speaking community!Practice your Chinese every week with me and fellow students from around the world. Each session features different engaging topics to boost your speaking skills and confidence.https://chinesehub.carrd.co/😀 SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0eaContact us: [email protected] with me on Instagram 🤩https://www.instagram.com/katrina_lee_smart_mandarin_/😀 SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0eaContact us: [email protected]
17 Oct 2025 · 16 min
EP 301 Real Talk in Chinese: 姐弟戀 & May–December Relationships
Chinese Immersion Hub – Join my monthly HSK3–4 speaking community!Practice your Chinese every week with me and fellow students from around the world. Each session features different engaging topics to boost your speaking skills and confidence. https://chinesehub.carrd.co/ SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0ea Contact us: smartmandarinchinese@ gmail.com support@ smartmandarinkatrina.com
17 Oct 2025 · 15 min
EP 300 Filial Piety 孝順 Explained: The Secret to Chinese Family Values
Chinese Immersion Hub – Join my monthly HSK3–4 speaking community!Practice your Chinese every week with me and fellow students from around the world. Each session features different engaging topics to boost your speaking skills and confidence. https://chinesehub.carrd.co/ SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0ea Contact us: smartmandarinchinese@ gmail.com support@ smartmandarinkatrina.com
17 Oct 2025 · 18 min
EP 259 Priority Seat Incident 博愛座事件 - Chinese Mini Podcast
😍 Chinese Immersion Hub – Join my monthly HSK3–4 speaking community!Practice your Chinese every week with me and fellow students from around the world. Each session features different engaging topics to boost your speaking skills and confidence.https://chinesehub.carrd.co/😀 SMART Mandarin Insider - get updates about SMART Mandarinhttps://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0eaBook a lesson with me : [email protected]
28 Jul 2025 · 5 min
258 Growing Old Without Marriage: Is It Really That Scary? | 不結婚老了怎麼辦？
Chinese Immersion Hub – Join my monthly HSK3–4 speaking community!Practice your Chinese every week with me and fellow students from around the world. Each session features different engaging topics to boost your speaking skills and confidence. https://chinesehub.carrd.co/ Get Transcript for each episode & more exclusive podcast content https://smart-mandarin.teachable.com/l/pdp/chinese-intermediate-mini-podcast SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0ea Contact us: smartmandarinchinese@ gmail.com
25 Jul 2025 · 8 min
257 Why I Don't Want to Get Married
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16 Jul 2025 · 5 min
256 How I Met My Boyfriend/Intermediate Chinese Podcast 我和男朋友認識的故事
Chinese Intermediate Mini PodcastSubscribe to this weekly mini podcast for intermediate Chinese learners – only $3.99 USD per week! Your support helps me continue creating valuable content. Each episode comes with a full transcript in Chinese characters, pinyin, and English. Cancel anytime. https://smart-mandarin.teachable.com/l/pdp/chinese-intermediate-mini-podcast Chinese Immersion Hub – Join my monthly HSK3–4 speaking community!Practice your Chinese every week with me and fellow students from around the world. Each session features different engaging topics to boost your speaking skills…
5 Jul 2025 · 11 min
255 Online Dating Scam HSK3-4 Chinese Story
DM me for Story Group Class inquiry on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/katrina_lee_smart_mandarin_/ Email me : [email protected] Chinese Immersion Hub – Join my monthly HSK3–4 speaking community!Practice your Chinese every week with me and fellow students from around the world. Each session features different engaging topics to boost your speaking skills and confidence. https://chinesehub.carrd.co/ SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0ea
4 Jul 2025 · 6 min
253 你喜歡旅行嗎？ Do you like to travel? Intermediate Chinese Listening
This podcast is for my intermediate Chinese group class and my Chinese Immersion Hub program studnets.If you're interested in joining my future group classes, feel free to check out my program👇 😍 Chinese Immersion Hub – Join my monthly HSK3–4 speaking community!Practice your Chinese every week with me and fellow students from around the world. Each session features different engaging topics to boost your speaking skills and confidence. https://chinesehub.carrd.co/ Or Connected with me on Instagram 🤩 https://www.instagram.com/katrina_lee_smart_mandarin_/ DM me and let me know your level of…
4 Jul 2025 · 6 min
254 你喜歡旅行嗎？ Do you like to travel
This podcast is for my intermediate Chinese group class and my Chinese Immersion Hub program studnets.If you're interested in joining my future group classes, feel free to check out my program👇 😍 Chinese Immersion Hub – Join my monthly HSK3–4 speaking community!Practice your Chinese every week with me and fellow students from around the world. Each session features different engaging topics to boost your speaking skills and confidence. https://chinesehub.carrd.co/ Or Connected with me on Instagram 🤩 https://www.instagram.com/katrina_lee_smart_mandarin_/ DM me and let me know your level of…
2 Jul 2025 · 51 min
252 Real Chinese Chat with Dashumandarin! Advanced Level
😍 Chinese Immersion Hub – Join my monthly HSK3–4 speaking community!Practice your Chinese every week with me and fellow students from around the world. Each session features different engaging topics to boost your speaking skills and confidence. https://chinesehub.carrd.co/ Contact me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katrina_lee_smart_mandarin_/ 😀 SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/... Contact us: [email protected]
2 Jul 2025 · 6 min
251 My First English Class - Chinese Intermediate Mini Podcast
Chinese Immersion Hub – Join my monthly HSK3–4 speaking community!Practice your Chinese every week with me and fellow students from around the world. Each session features different engaging topics to boost your speaking skills and confidence. https://chinesehub.carrd.co/ email me: [email protected] Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katrina_lee_smart_mandarin_/ SMART Mandarin Insider https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/d254b3d0ea
10 Jun 2023 · 12 min
HSK3 Chinese Daily Vocabulary in Real Life
I'll upload the scrips and audio download by the end of this week in my free podcast lesson, which you can enroll here. ⁠https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/0db37d69b4⁠ If you want to practice your Chinese and have further discussion of the topics of my podcast or video lessons, feel free to join my free Chinese practicing Facebook group ⁠https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/e776e9ff0f⁠ For other resources, check out my website ⁠https://smartmandarin.lpages.co/⁠ To Book a Class with me and check out my class calendar ⁠https://smartmandarin.lpages.co/schedule/⁠ Contact me here…
10 Jun 2023 · 15 min
HSK 4 Listening - Talking About Being Alone
I'll upload the scrips and audio download by the end of this week in my free podcast lesson, which you can enroll here. https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/0db37d69b4 If you want to practice your Chinese and have further discussion of the topics of my podcast or video lessons, feel free to join my free Chinese practicing Facebook group https://winning-thinker-7590.ck.page/e776e9ff0f For other resources, check out my website https://smartmandarin.lpages.co/ To Book a Class with me and check out my class calendar https://smartmandarin.lpages.co/schedule/ Contact me here…

About SMART Mandarin- Katrina Lee

SMART Mandarin Podcast & YouuTube Channel helps you to speak Mandarin with confidence & Joy!

SMART Mandarin- Katrina Lee is a Chinese learning podcast from SMART Mandarin. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: SMART Mandarin
Language: Chinese 中文
Category: Learning
New episodes: Several times a week
Typical length: 16 min
Latest episode: 18 Feb 2026
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