1 . Some China Podcasts (播客) to Listen to
Whether you’re an old-timer or a newcomer to China, there’s always more to learn about this awesome country. To help in your never-ending thirst for knowledge, we’ve rounded up some most entertaining China-focused podcasts that hit on everything from history to business.
Tech Buzz China by Pandaily
Tech Buzz China by Pandaily is a technology podcast about China’s innovations. Its co-hosted by Rui Ma and Ying Lu, who are both seasoned China-watchers with years of experience working in the technology space in the country. They share and discuss the most important tech news from China every week.
The China History Podcast
Started in 2010, Laszlo Montgomery presents topics that cover 5, 000 years of Chinese history and culture. The show has a lot of unknown and interesting history lessons that help provide more color as to why China is the way it is. Topics like the history of Tang poetry, or the Hokkien people are analyzed and explored.
China Untold
The China Untold podcast is a program that aims to introduce listeners to lesser-known stories from the Middle Kingdom. From urban tales and extinct religions to China’s role in the exploration of space, this podcast hosted by Matt Bossons, is your essential guide to the unusual and wonderful aspects of the world’s most highly populated nation.
The Wasai Show
The Wasai Show is hosted by Ne to Trevino from Mexico and Alice He who is a local Chinese. In each episode, stories are collected from listeners about a topic and shared in a funny way by both comedians. The first half of the show is presented in English, followed by a Chinese section.
1. Who are the podcasts intended for?A.Foreigners in China. | B.Chinese historians. |
C.Technology enthusiasts. | D.Podcast hosts in China. |
A.Tech Buzz China by Pan daily | B.The China History Podcast |
C.China Untold | D.The Wasai Show |
A.It is a talk show about local Chinese life. |
B.It has a single host discussing various topics. |
C.It features two hosts sharing stories from listeners. |
D.It includes interviews with experts on Chinese culture. |
2 . Kid-friendly attractions & hands-on museums
Washington, D.C.'s wealth of museums and attractions means there are always magical places where kids are transported from the “Ho-hum” of touring to the “Wow!” of experiencing. Many of these sites feature interactive exhibits (互动式展品) and entertainment to help attract the attention of even the smallest sightseer. Begin your exploring with these family-friendly museums and hands-on attractions.
National Geographic Museum
Animal lovers young and old will look forward to a visit to the National Geographic Museum, which is near Farragut West. There are changing exhibits that always feature work by great photographers, as well as exhibits that show the efforts of international scientists to protect the natural world's resources and animals. Children under 5 are free.
National Air and Space Museum
The National Air and Space Museum on the National Mall offers daily programs involving science experimentation. Kids are welcome to make and fly their own paper airplane, look through a real telescope with astronomy experts, watch a show at the Planetarium, climb in an aircraft, or watch an IMAX film.
National Building Museum
Kids can learn how engineers construct architectural wonders by using soft blocks in the Great Hall of the National Building Museum. Little ones will love the Building Zone, where they can drive a bulldozer (推土机) and build a house.
Renwick Gallery
Take the kids to the Renwick Gallery, which hosts the Smithsonian American Art Museum's amazing collection of decorative art, and start a completely new conversation between kids and art.
1. What is special about the museum near Farragut West?A.It enables kids to build a house on their own. | B.It houses a vast collection of paintings. |
C.It teaches kids about the environment. | D.It is free for both parents and kids. |
A.Play with animals. | B.Drive a bulldozer. | C.Create artworks. | D.See a movie. |
A.Architects. | B.Animal lovers. | C.Art enthusiasts. | D.Astronomy fans. |