Personal experiences

Traveling alone
07:32

Intermediate

Traveling alone

The video discusses the speaker's enjoyment of solo travel, citing reasons such as the ability to have inner dialogue, freedom to do what one wants, and the opportunity to meet new people. The speaker emphasizes the positive experiences and personal growth that come from traveling alone.

Xiaogua Chinese

We were so broke teaching
27:27

Intermediate

We were so broke teaching

The video conversation revolves around the topic of how poor the speakers were in the past and the challenges they faced when they were struggling financially, sharing personal anecdotes and reflections on their experiences as language teachers. They discuss the importance of passion in their work and how it influences their career choices, emphasizing the value of perseverance and determination in pursuing their goals.

Xiaogua Chinese

Chinese New Year: 4 surprising things she did
08:13

Intermediate

Chinese New Year: 4 surprising things she did

Ali, an American working in Beijing, spent Chinese New Year with friends in Beijing, skipping crowded city centers for a convenience store, watching the traditional Spring Festival Gala, making dumplings with friends, and participating in holiday activities at Yonghe Temple. She plans to return to Yonghe Temple to make a wish before returning to the US.

Xiaogua Chinese

I got really mad as a kid
05:27

Intermediate

I got really mad as a kid

The video discusses the speaker's love for Christmas and how they have celebrated it in different countries. They share various Christmas traditions from around the world, such as the unique tradition of Caga Tió in Spain and the summer BBQ celebrations in countries like New Zealand and Australia.

Xiaogua Chinese

My 2024 Recap
07:08

Intermediate

My 2024 Recap

The video is a reflection on the year 2024, focusing on personal growth in terms of academics, travel experiences, and interpersonal relationships. Dawn discusses learning to make mature decisions, embracing spontaneous travel adventures, and prioritizing important relationships while learning to say "no" to unnecessary social obligations.

Chinese at Dawn

You will see me cook it doesn't happen much!
12:49

Intermediate

You will see me cook it doesn't happen much!

In this video, the speaker nervously cooks a simple meal for her family using ingredients like garlic, eggplant, potato, carrot, and cabbage. She follows a recipe on a cooking app and shares her cooking process, ending with her sampling the dishes and expressing her exhaustion from filming the cooking video.

Xiaogua Chinese