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A Thousand Whys is tailor-made for curious minds about China and the Chinese culture.
This podcast offers fascinating facts about what this ancient civilization has to offer, covering a wide range of topics including history, philosophy, literature and arts, lifestyle, science, and the natural world.
Subscribe to learn "what are the Chinese ways and why", for free.

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    • Society & Culture
    • 4.9 • 11 Ratings

A Thousand Whys is tailor-made for curious minds about China and the Chinese culture.
This podcast offers fascinating facts about what this ancient civilization has to offer, covering a wide range of topics including history, philosophy, literature and arts, lifestyle, science, and the natural world.
Subscribe to learn "what are the Chinese ways and why", for free.

    Why are peach blossoms associated with love?

    Why are peach blossoms associated with love?

    With the arrival of spring, colorful flowers are once again ready to take central stage. "A Thousand Whys" also offers a new series, exploring stories and meanings associated with various flowers. And in this episode, we will find out why peach blossoms are often associated with love in Chinese culture.

    • 6 min
    How do Chinese people extend Spring Festival greetings?

    How do Chinese people extend Spring Festival greetings?

    "拜年" is a cherished tradition observed during the Chinese New Year. It includes not just saying "Happy Chinese New Year" but also visiting friends and families, bringing them gifts and extending good wishes during the month-long celebration period. In this episode, we explore how Chinese people extend Spring Festival greetings in an efficient way!

    • 3 min
    What does loong, or the Chinese dragon, mean to the Chinese people?

    What does loong, or the Chinese dragon, mean to the Chinese people?

    2024 marks the Year of the Loong, or the Chinese dragon. In today's episode, we cover the powerful symbolism of loong in Chinese culture.

    • 3 min
    24 Solar Terms: How did ancient Chinese merchants honor the god of earth?

    24 Solar Terms: How did ancient Chinese merchants honor the god of earth?

    Dahan (大寒 dà hán), or Major Cold, falls on January 20th this year. In this episode, we show you how ancient Chinese merchants conduct a grand ceremony to honor the god of earth.

    • 3 min
    24 Solar Terms: How did ancient Chinese people prepare for the New Year?

    24 Solar Terms: How did ancient Chinese people prepare for the New Year?

    Xiaohan (小寒 xiǎo hán), or Minor Cold, falls on January 6th this year. In this episode, we show you what ancient Chinese people used to buy when preparing for the New Year.

    • 4 min
    24 Solar Terms: Why Chinese people "count in nines" in winter?

    24 Solar Terms: Why Chinese people "count in nines" in winter?

    Dongzhi (冬至 dōng zhì), or Winter Solstice, falls on December 22nd this year. It is the 22nd of the 24 solar terms and the fourth one in winter. In this episode, we show you why Chinese people "count in nines" in winter.

    • 3 min

Customer Reviews

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