Intermediate | World Cup Talk

Parting is such sweet sorrow... except when it tastes like beer. In this lesson, a few 'bei's are 'gan'ned as an office throws a farewell dinner for a departing co-worker. But is all the Chinese well-wishing heart-felt, or mere cliche lip service? Listen in to find out. Episode l ...  Show more

We return to the topic of the "seven year itch" to find another couple's marriage struggling. Additionally, a close friend's seemingly perfect marriage is now facing divorce. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1789 

Gab Marcotti is joined by Don Hutchison to discuss all the fallout from the latest round of World Cup qualifiers including Italy edging closer to the playoffs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The pair also how the likes of England, France, Argentina and Brazil are shaping up ahead of ...  Show more

Was the new revamped tournament any better than it was before? Did the players enjoy playing in it? What lessons have we learnt ahead of the World Cup next summer? Gary, Alan and Alex Aljoe also debate which players made it into the Team of the Tournament and who has made a name ...  Show more

All eyes are focused on South Africa this summer as the nation prepares to host the World Cup. Check out today's lesson and learn how to describe one important South African export (here's a hint: we hear they're a girl's best friend). Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/143 ...  Show more

In this episode, we discuss and debate OUR top 10 footballers of all time which includes names such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Pele and many more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.