# 465 - Meeting Ya Ting

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Podcast: [Mandarin Monkey Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mandarin-monkey-podcast-476044)
Published: 2026-05-15T18:50:29+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, Ula sits down with new Mandarin Monkey teacher Yating for a fun first conversation together. They discuss the kinds of questions Taiwanese people always ask when meeting someone new, including where you’re from, your star sign, and whether you’re an I person or a J person. The conversation also explores life abroad, cultural differences between Taiwan, the UK, and Sweden, and the small daily habits that become surprisingly emotional when living overseas. Topics include: Taiwanese social culture Astrology and personality types in Taiwan Introvert vs extrovert (I vs E) Planning personalities (J vs P) Shoes inside the house Food hygiene differences Public changing rooms in Sweden A relaxed and natural Mandarin conversation for learners who enjoy culture, personality discussions, and everyday life topics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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