A Thousand Whys
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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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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.
Language:
English
Episodes
Why do Chinese people adore the winter jasmine?
4/20/2024
迎春花, or winter jasmine, is a native plant of China with a recorded history spanning over 1,000 years. In this episode, we'll continue our floral journey and get to know the hidden meaning behind this flower in Chinese culture.
Duration:00:05:36
Why are peach blossoms associated with love?
3/19/2024
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.
Duration:00:06:57
How do Chinese people extend Spring Festival greetings?
2/8/2024
"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!
Duration:00:03:10
What does loong, or the Chinese dragon, mean to the Chinese people?
1/31/2024
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.
Duration:00:03:48
24 Solar Terms: How did ancient Chinese merchants honor the god of earth?
1/19/2024
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.
Duration:00:03:50
24 Solar Terms: How did ancient Chinese people prepare for the New Year?
1/5/2024
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.
Duration:00:04:20
24 Solar Terms: Why Chinese people "count in nines" in winter?
12/21/2023
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.
Duration:00:03:43
24 Solar Terms: Did ancient Chinese build snowmen?
12/6/2023
Daxue (大雪 dà xuě), or Major Snow, begins on December 7th this year. It is the 21st of the 24 solar terms and the third one in winter. In this episode, we show you whether ancient Chinese build snowmen in winter.
Duration:00:04:53
24 Solar Terms: How did ancient Chinese enjoy vegetables in winter?
11/21/2023
Xiaoxue (小雪 xiǎo xuě), or Minor Snow, begins on November 22nd this year. It is the 20th of the 24 solar terms and the second one in winter. In this episode, we show you how Chinese people enjoy vegetables in winter.
Duration:00:04:51
24 Solar Terms: How do Chinese people celebrate the Start of Winter?
11/7/2023
Lidong (立冬 lì dōng), or Start of Winter, begins on November 8th this year. It is the 19th of the 24 solar terms and the first one in winter. In this episode, we show you how Chinese people celebrate this solar term.
Duration:00:04:25
24 Solar Terms: Why do Chinese people love to savor persimmons on Frost's Descent?
10/23/2023
Shuangjiang (霜降 shuāng jiàng), or Frost's Descent, begins on October 24th this year. It is the 18th of the 24 solar terms and the last one in autumn. In this episode, we show you why Chinese people love to savor persimmons during this solar term.
Duration:00:04:53
24 Solar Terms: Why do Chinese people enjoy viewing chrysanthemums during the Cold Dew?
10/7/2023
Hanlu (寒露 hán lù), or Cold Dew, begins on October 8th this year. It is the 17th of the 24 solar terms and the fifth one in autumn. In this episode, we show you why Chinese people love to appreciate chrysanthemums during this solar term.
Duration:00:04:29
24 Solar Terms: Why is Autumn Equinox an important solar term in China?
9/22/2023
Qiufen (秋分 qiū fēn), or Autumn Equinox, begins on September 23rd this year. It is the 16th of the 24 solar terms and the fourth one of the autumn season. In this episode, we show you why this solar term is an important one in China.
Duration:00:04:50
24 Solar Terms: Why Chinese people love to drink White Dew tea during the White Dew?
9/7/2023
Bailu (白露 bái lù), or White Dew, begins on September 8th this year. It is the 15th of the 24 solar terms and the third in autumn. In this episode, we show you a special way Chinese people welcome this solar term in style.
Duration:00:03:36
24 Solar Terms: Why do people float river lanterns during the End of Heat?
8/23/2023
As summer fades, we embrace the "End of Heat", the 14th among the 24 solar terms, also known as Chushu (处暑 chǔ shǔ) in Chinese. One of the customs during Chushu is the floating of river lanterns. In Chinese mythology, this practice has something to do with two immortal figures: Zhurong and Gonggong.
Duration:00:06:59
24 Solar Terms: How Chinese people welcome the Beginning of Autumn?
8/8/2023
Liqiu (立秋 lì qiū), or Beginning of Autumn, begins on August 8th this year. It is the 13th of the 24 solar terms and the first one of the autumn season. In this episode, we show you different ways of Chinese people welcoming this solar term.
Duration:00:06:17
24 Solar Terms: Why Chinese people drink herbal tea during Major Heat?
7/21/2023
The 12th solar term on the traditional Chinese lunar calendar, Dashu (大暑 dà shǔ), or Major Heat, begins on July 23rd this year. As the name suggests, Major Heat marks the peak of the summer season. In this episode, we show you an ancient Chinese people's brilliant solution to find relief in this "steaming and boiling" time of the year.
Duration:00:06:30
24 Solar Terms: How did ancient Chinese people beat the heat during Minor Heat?
7/7/2023
The 11th solar term on the traditional Chinese lunar calendar, Xiaoshu (小暑 xiǎo shǔ), or the Minor Heat, begins on July 7th this year. During Minor Heat, the temperature continues to rise, heralding the arrival of the hottest days of the year. In this episode, we show you ancient Chinese people's great ideas to stay cool in the hot summertime.
Duration:00:05:14
Why do Chinese people give fans as gifts during the Duanwu Festival?
6/21/2023
Duanwu Festival, or the Dragon Boat Festival, is celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month on the Chinese lunar calendar, which falls on June 22nd this year. In this episode, we show you why Chinese people offer fans as gifts to others during the festival.
Duration:00:04:07
24 Solar Terms: Why do Chinese people enjoy noodles on the Summer Solstice?
6/21/2023
The tenth solar term on the traditional Chinese lunar calendar, Xiazhi (夏至 xià zhì), or the Summer Solstice, begins on June 21st this year. In this episode, we show you why noodles have become a representative food item of this solar term.
Duration:00:03:59