Mandarin Mama Chitchat

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Welcome to Mandarin Mama Chitchat! Join Trista and Yaoyao, two Taiwanese moms, as they explore bilingual parenting through intriguing conversations with incredible guests from various fields. This podcast is your go-to for connection, inspiration, and sharing valuable insights. Tune in for a delightful chit-chat and embark on this enriching journey with us! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mandarin-together/support

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Story Time with YaoYao: I'm Not Playing With You 我不跟你玩了

May 15 2024 7 mins  
In this episode, YaoYao will be reading the story "I'm Not Playing With You" (我不跟你玩了). The story explores the theme of despair and the struggles of a character who cannot stand losing. This character always wants to be first and win all the time, and if he doesn't win, he becomes a sore loser who refuses to play with his friend. Join YaoYao as she delv

Can a Non-Fluent Parent Raise Their Kids Bilingual? Joni's Journey: From the Philippines to China to the US

May 13 2024 74 mins  
In this episode of "Mandarin Mama Chitchat," hosts Yaoyao and Trista sit down with Joni, a fascinating guest who shares her unique experience growing up with Chinese descent in the Philippines. Joni opens up about her childhood, where she primarily spoke English and Filipino but also attended Mandarin school. Although it wasn't her favorite activity at the time, she d

Mini Lesson with Trista: Morning Routine

May 08 2024 5 mins  
In today's episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat, host Trista is here to teach us some essential phrases for our morning routine. Starting off the day right is crucial, and knowing how to express ourselves in Mandarin can make a big difference. Trista shares her expertise and guides listeners through various phrases and expressions related to waking up, getting ready, and having br

Kristin Yu: Children's Mandarin Book Author and Creative Force for Language Learning

May 06 2024 50 mins  
In this episode of "Mandarin Mama Chitchat," hosts Trista and Yaoyao sit down with Kristin, a talented author, mother of three, and the creative mind behind Mandarin Prodigies. Kristin's passion for language and education shines through as she shares her journey of creating 5 board books to make learning Mandarin fun and engaging for parents and kids alike. Through a

Story Time with YaoYao: Gorilla's Bakery 大猩猩的麵包店

May 01 2024 8 mins  
In this episode, YaoYao will be reading the story "Gorilla's Bakery" (大猩猩的麵包店). The story follows the adventures of a gorilla, who runs a bakery in the forest. However, he has a reputation for being scary, and it raises the question of whether the other animals in the forest will be willing to buy bakery products from him. Join YaoYao as she reads the st

Laura Fitzgerald: Experiences Living in China, Leading Immersion Schools, and Raising a Trilingual Daughter

Apr 30 2024 60 mins  
In today's episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat, hosts Trista and Yao sit down with Laura, an administrator at a Chinese immersion school in DC. Laura shares her inspiring journey of raising her daughter trilingual in English, Mandarin, and Spanish. Despite being Caucasian, Laura's deep love for Chinese culture led her to live in Shanghai for five years, where she fell in love

The Moving Force of Motherhood: Ran Wei's Inspiring Journey as a Bilingual Book Author

Apr 30 2024 58 mins  
In today's episode of "Mandarin Mama Chitchat," we have the pleasure of sitting down with Ran Wei, a remarkable mother, publisher, author, and marketing professional. Ran Wei shares her incredible journey of moving to the United States at the tender age of five. Growing up with the unwavering support and positivity of her parents, she not only learned Mandarin Chines

Mini Lesson with Trista: Potty Words

Apr 24 2024 4 mins  
In today's episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat, Trista dives into a hilarious yet educational topic - teaching us how to say potty words like fart, poop, and pee in Mandarin. As parents, we know that our kids find these words absolutely hilarious. So, why not embrace their curiosity and teach them how to say it in Mandarin? Trista will guide us through the pronunciation and meani

Elevating Children's Emotional Intelligence with Candy, Founder of Hoppity Learning

Apr 22 2024 51 mins  
In this podcast episode, Trista and YaoYao interview Candy, the founder of Hoppity Learning, a platform that focuses on elevating children's emotional intelligence for not only academic achievement and self-development. Candy shares insights on navigating emotions and demonstrating empathy towards children, highlighting the significance of addressing mental health issues in the

Story Time with YaoYao: I Have a Sister 妹妹你好

Apr 17 2024 6 mins  
Welcome to Story Time with YaoYao, a podcast where we share captivating stories and mini-lessons with you every week. In this episode, YaoYao takes you on a journey through the pages of a Taiwanese book called "I have a sister" 妹妹你好. YaoYao reads a book about a little chick who becomes jealous when her baby girl cousin comes to visit. The little chick feels left