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Panda Cub Stories
by Linda Yi
Hi! I'm Linda - An ABC(ish) writer/illustrator currently based in NYC. PODCAST WHAT: This podcast is an extension of the Panda Cub Stories webcomic, where I'm documenting my own journey of (re)learning Chinese language and reconnecting with my family's heritage. Here, I'll be musing on what I've learned about Chinese language, culture, folklore, and/or festivals. PODCAST WHY: While I LOVE making the webcomics, there's a lot of content I can't fit into those few panels... so I thought I'd relaunch this podcast to share the extra goodies with you! PODCAST (LANGUAGE) FORMAT: I'll be switching back and forth from English to Mandarin (with maybe a bit of Sichuanese thrown in). This new podcast format will be more conversational, and less formal, than the previous episodes! But the cont
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S1E18 | Pearl (12 of 12)
Welcome to the final part of Pearl – A Chinese Mermaid Story! Last time, Hai brought a soul-blossom seed back from the realm of dreams… a seed that can bring Mei back to life – if only Hai can get it to bloom. Day after day Hai tends to the seedling, to no avail… until he discovers the missing...
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S1E18 | 珍珠 (十二)
Welcome to the final part of Pearl – A Chinese Mermaid Story! Last time, Hai brought a soul-blossom seed back from the realm of dreams… a seed that can bring Mei back to life – if only Hai can get it to bloom. Day after day Hai tends to the seedling, to no avail… until he discovers the missing...
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S1E17 | 珍珠 (十一)
We ended last week’s episode with Hai’s dream – or is it a dream? – leading him to a mysterious, gray colored land. And who was the mysterious figure in black? What could this possibly have to do with saving Mei? We continue our story today, in Part 11 of Pearl – A Chinese Mermaid Story. For a…
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S1E17 | Pearl (11 of 12)
We ended last week’s episode with Hai’s dream – or is it a dream? – leading him to a mysterious, gray colored land. And who was the mysterious figure in black? What could this possibly have to do with saving Mei? We continue our story today, in Part 11 of Pearl – A Chinese Mermaid Story. For a…
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S1E16 | 珍珠 (十)
We ended our last episode with a bit of a cliffhanger – Mei had taken her seventh sister’s advice and gives Hai her 海之心, her sea-heart. We left our story with Mei’s heart literally in Hai’s hands… and Mei a lifeless figure of stone. Is our tale to end in tragedy? We continue our story today, in...
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S1E16 | Pearl (10 of 12)
We ended our last episode with a bit of a cliffhanger – Mei had taken her seventh sister’s advice and gives Hai her 海之心, her sea-heart. We left our story with Mei’s heart literally in Hai’s hands… and Mei a lifeless figure of stone. Is our tale to end in tragedy? We continue our story today, in...
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S1E15 | 珍珠 (九)
Last time, Mei had just revealed her identity to Hai – that she was the rose-carp he had once saved, and the youngest daughter of the dragon king. Hai must believe her, of his own accord… in order for Mei to become human and stay on land. What did Hai do? Did he believe? We continue our story...
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S1E15 | Pearl (9 of 12)
Last time, Mei had just revealed her identity to Hai – that she was the rose-carp he had once saved, and the youngest daughter of the dragon king. Hai must believe her, of his own accord… in order for Mei to become human and stay on land. What did Hai do? Did he believe? We continue our story...
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S1E14 | 珍珠(八)
We ended our last episodeon a bit of a sad note. Mei is presented with a terrible choice: should she risk Hai’s life by revealing her secret… or should she give up on becoming human? Oh, and what about the dastardly Sha wo is sneak-listening in the shadowy corner of the cave? Today, we find out…
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S1E14 | Pearl 8
We ended our last episodeon a bit of a sad note. Mei is presented with a terrible choice: should she risk Hai’s life by revealing her secret… or should she give up on becoming human? Oh, and what about the dastardly Sha wo is sneak-listening in the shadowy corner of the cave? Today, we find out…
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S1E13 | 珍珠 (七)
In our last episode, We saw a familiar scene… Mei lost in her thoughts – and a shady, skulking Sha who, again, seems to be in the right place at the right time… or is it in the wrong place at the wrong time? As Mei hurries towards the secret cave where her 7 sisters are waiting, Sha slinks off...
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S1E13 | Pearl (7 of 12)
In our last episode, We saw a familiar scene… Mei lost in her thoughts – and a shady, skulking Sha who, again, seems to be in the right place at the right time… or is it in the wrong place at the wrong time? As Mei hurries towards the secret cave where her 7 sisters are waiting, Sha slinks off...
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S1E12 | 珍珠 (六)
In our last episode, We saw a mutual rescue – with Hai saving Mei from Sha… and Mei saving him in return from the sea. Now that Mei and Hai have finally met each other – in human form – what’s in store? We find out today, with Part 6 of Pearl – A Chinese Mermaid Story (P.S. This episode is our...
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S1E12 | Pearl Part 6 (of 12)
In our last episode, we saw a mutual rescue – with Hai saving Mei from Sha… and Mei saving him in return from the sea. Now that Mei and Hai have finally met each other – in human form – what’s in store? We find out today, with Part 6 of Pearl – A Chinese Mermaid Story (P.S. This episode is our...
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S1E11 | 珍珠(五)
In our last episode, the dastardly Sha had captured the rose carp (who weknow is actually Mei, the youngest daughter of the dragon king). Luckily, Hai was able to save the rose carp from harm – having just traded his entire days catch for this odd but friendly fish. Though Hai doesn’t know the…
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S1E11 | Pearl Part 5 (of 12)
In our last episode, the dastardly Sha had captured the rose carp (who weknow is actually Mei, the youngest daughter of the dragon king). Luckily, Hai was able to save the rose carp from harm – having just traded his entire days catch for this odd but friendly fish. Though Hai doesn’t know the…
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S1E10 | 珍珠(四)
In our last episode, Mei performed a a bit of magic and transformed from a princess-turned-village-maiden… into a rose colored carp! With a swish of her tail, she headed out to the open sea – d to meet the quiet young fisherman she’s been watching from afar… So, listener, do you think it’s a…
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S1E10 | Pearl (4 of 12)
In our last episode, Mei performed a a bit of magic and transformed from a princess-turned-village-maiden… into a rose colored carp! With a swish of her tail, she headed out to the open sea – d to meet the quiet young fisherman she’s been watching from afar… So, listener, do you think it’s a…
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S1E9 | 珍珠(三)
In our last episode, a mysterious old woman had just invited Mei to dinner. Is this kindly seeming grandmother figure friend or foe? We find out today, with Part 3 of “Pearl” – a Chinese mermaid story. For a full bilingual transcript, go to:...
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S1E9 | Pearl (3)
In our last episode, a mysterious old woman had just invited Mei to dinner. Is this kindly seeming grandmother figure friend or foe? We find out today, with Part 3 of “Pearl” – a Chinese mermaid story. For a full bilingual transcript, go to:...
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S1E8 | 珍珠(二)
To “blend in” with the human villagers, Mei does a bit of secret magic… But alas, not secret enough… for a shadowing figure had been watching her the entire time! Who was it? Today, we find out, as we continue with Part 2 of “Pearl” – a Chinese mermaid story For a full bilingual transcript, go…
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S1E8 | Pearl (2)
To “blend in” with the human villagers, Mei does a bit of secret magic… But alas, not secret enough… for a shadowing figure had been watching her the entire time! Who was it? Today, we find out, as we continue with Part 2 of “Pearl” – a Chinese mermaid story For a full bilingual transcript, go…
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S1E7 | 珍珠(一)
The autumn moon was but a pale shadow in the sky when she decided to go. She wished to leave this palace of rosy coral and cool green jade, and walk among the people of the nearby village. For years and years, she had heard their songs, drifting to her in salt breezes and swirling winds, clear...
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S1E7 | Pearl (1)
The autumn moon was but a pale shadow in the sky when she decided to go. She wished to leave this palace of rosy coral and cool green jade, and walk among the people of the nearby village. For years and years, she had heard their songs, drifting to her in salt breezes and swirling winds, clear...
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S1E6 | 元宵节的传说
Full (bilingual) episode transcript here. What do you do when the Jade Emperor decides to burn your village? Today’s story features a furious Jade Emperor, a compassionate princess, a beautiful crane…and lots and lots of lanterns! This is the Legend of the Lantern Festival! ABOUT THE SHOW: Panda...
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S1E6 | Lantern Festival Legend
Full (bilingual) episode transcript here. What do you do when the Jade Emperor decides to burn your village? Today’s story features a furious Jade Emperor, a compassionate princess, a beautiful crane…and lots and lots of lanterns! This is the Legend of the Lantern Festival! ABOUT THE SHOW: Panda...
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S1E5 | 女娲补天
*note:this story is in Mandarin! To see the English version, click here: https://youtu.be/rz8vCm4vZiA *FULL TRANSCRIPTS/COLORING PDFS: https://www.pandacubstories.com/season-1-legends-myths/2019/3/7/s1e5-nuwamendsthesky The heavens shook and the earth trembled and up in the blue sky There…
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S1E5 | Nüwa Mends the Sky
*note:this story is in English! To see the Mandarin version, click here: https://youtu.be/OE3zvQnSUzI *FULL TRANSCRIPTS/COLORING PDFS: https://www.pandacubstories.com/season-1-legends-myths/2019/3/7/s1e5-nuwamendsthesky The heavens shook and the earth trembled and up in the blue sky There…
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S1E4 | 女娲造人
从新世界的烟雾中，出现了女神女娲。她的身体像高山一样高，双眼像星星一样亮。女娲没有双腿– 但是，她却有一条五颜六色的蛇尾巴。女娲尾巴上的鳞片在阳光下发出七彩的光芒... *note:this story is in Mandarin! To see the English version, click here: https://youtu.be/JX1yTFOMgZs *TRANSCRIPTS/COLORING PDFS…
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S1E4 | Nüwa, Mother of All
Out of the mists of the brand new world came the goddess Nüwa. She was as tall as the mountains, with eyes that shone like stars. Nüwa had no legs – instead her body ended in a magnificent snake tail. Her tail, covered in colorful scales, glittered and shimmered under the sun.... *note:this story...
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S1E3 | 盘古开天
In the beginning, all was darkness… Today’s story is one of the oldest creation myths – that of Pangu *note:this story is in Mandarin! To see the English version, click here: https://youtu.be/H0ML6B7NAd4 * Full Bilingual Transcript:...
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S1E3 | The Sky, the Earth, and Pangu
In the beginning, all was darkness… Today’s story is one of the oldest creation myths – that of Pangu *note:this story is in English! To see the Mandarin Chinese version, click here: https://youtu.be/48BAdmU5lZo *Full Bilingual Transcript:...
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S1E2 | SECRET STORY...A Strange Stone
*note: this story is in English! To see the Mandarin Chinese version, click here: https://youtu.be/iXRKsW9Wzzk *EPISODE BLOG (Full Bilingual Transcript): https://www.pandacubstories.com/season-1-legends-myths/2019/3/7/s1e1-why-is-cat-missing-from-the-chinese-zodiac-alsbx *** This week’s episode…
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S1E2 | 秘密故事...奇怪的石头
*note:this story is in Mandarin! To see the English version, click here: https://youtu.be/ulqnW7FYjH8 *EPISODE BLOG (Full Bilingual Transcript): https://www.pandacubstories.com/season-1-legends-myths/2019/3/7/s1e1-why-is-cat-missing-from-the-chinese-zodiac-alsbx * This week’s episode is a SNEAK...
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S1.E1 - 12生肖为什么没有猫呢?
MANDARIN VIDEO: https://youtu.be/sXLnQ5__VoY ENGLISH VIDEO: https://youtu.be/R21gz3dGQUE EPISODE BLOG (Bilingual Transcripts): https://www.pandacubstories.com/season-1-legends-myths/2019/3/7/s1e1-why-is-cat-missing-from-the-chinese-zodiac *** Once upon a time, Cat and Rat were the VERY best of...
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S1.E1 - Why is Cat Missing from the Chinese Zodiac?
ENGLISH VIDEO: https://youtu.be/R21gz3dGQUE MANDARIN VIDEO: https://youtu.be/sXLnQ5__VoY EPISODE BLOG (Bilingual Transcripts): https://www.pandacubstories.com/season-1-legends-myths/2019/3/7/s1e1-why-is-cat-missing-from-the-chinese-zodiac *** Once upon a time, Cat and Rat were the VERY best of...
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Guest Episode (Chinese) - 走学看朋友
About the book: https://www.pandacubstories.com/-updates/2018/2/13/guest-episode-travel-learn-and-see-your-friends-adventures-in-mandarin-immersion-by-dr-edna-ma Want a physical copy? Get it on Amazon! Hard Cover:...
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Guest Episode (EN) - Travel, Learn and See Your Friends!
About the book: https://www.pandacubstories.com/-updates/2018/2/13/guest-episode-travel-learn-and-see-your-friends-adventures-in-mandarin-immersion-by-dr-edna-ma Want a physical copy? Get it on Amazon! Hard Cover:...
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Guest Episode (bilingual): Travel Learn and See Your Friends!
About the book: https://www.pandacubstories.com/-updates/2018/2/13/guest-episode-travel-learn-and-see-your-friends-adventures-in-mandarin-immersion-by-dr-edna-ma Want a physical copy? Get it on Amazon! Hard Cover:...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hi! I'm Linda - An ABC(ish) writer/illustrator currently based in NYC.
PODCAST WHAT:
This podcast is an extension of the Panda Cub Stories webcomic, where I'm documenting my own journey of (re)learning Chinese language and reconnecting with my family's heritage. Here, I'll be musing on what I've learned about Chinese language, culture, folklore, and/or festivals.
PODCAST WHY:
While I LOVE making the webcomics, there's a lot of content I can't fit into those few panels... so I thought I'd relaunch this podcast to share the extra goodies with you!
PODCAST (LANGUAGE) FORMAT:
I'll be switching back and forth from English to Mandarin (with maybe a bit of Sichuanese thrown in). This new podcast format will be more conversational, and less formal, than the previous episodes! But the cont
HOSTED BY
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Hi! I'm Linda - An ABC(ish) writer/illustrator currently based in NYC. PODCAST WHAT: This podcast is an extension of the Panda Cub Stories webcomic, where I'm documenting my own journey of (re)learning Chinese language and reconnecting with my family's heritage. Here, I'll be musing on what I've...
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