Panda Cub Stories
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 content will mostly revolve around Chinese language and culture... stuff I find interesting (and that you may find interesting too!).
P.S. I've been told I have a nice soothing voice, so if you you AREN'T interested in Chinese culture but DO have insomnia, maybe this podcast is also for you ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
P.P.S. Podcast origins:
Panda Cub Stories started as stories told bilingually in Mandarin Chinese and English. Episodes prior to 2020 are mostly stories adapted from, or inspired by, Chinese myths, legends and folklore!
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- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 14 minutes
- Episodes
- 39
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2019
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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……
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……
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 | 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/…
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/C…
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…
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/H0ML6B7N…
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/…
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-legen…
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/…
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-i…
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-i…
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!…
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!…
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!…