Thanks so much for this video! I checked out your site - I saw you have Anki flashcards, but not based on your videos. May I suggest you consider making flashcard sets based on these conversations? I would really love that!
You're not lesbian ,Actually You're not a normal woman, it means that you have a psychological problem, instead of saying I feel like I m not in the right body , work on your ideas and psychology to be adapted with your body and its physiological needs
I am so impressed with this channel! I am Chinese American, and plan to visit China for several months. Eileen is a terrific interviewer, and i am not only improving my Chinese language skills but learning so much in depth different cultural aspects of Chinese society from the younger generation. I love this interview particularly the courageous sharing from a lesbian and her struggle to be totally independent, and To live her life fully. Best wishes to you all!❤️👍❤️
I have a Chinese Taiwanese background but was born in America. My parents read my diary and found out I'm a lesbian when I was a senior in hs. They did not accept me. It's been good to see fellow Asian lgbtq allies fight. I think Asian cultures are not as expressive as other cultures about this. I was moved to tears to see Taiwan take a rainbow stand. I was in disbelief as I watched queer Taiwanese people openly kiss without fear in public! This was the first time I heard such queer friendly language in Mandarin. Thanks for the inclusion
It is not "legal" for same sex marriages in Taiwan, it is simply not "illegal" for Taiwanese people. The difference is, if a Taiwanese finds a partner from Vietnam or Mainland China, then they can't get married. They would have to go to a country like Denmark to get married. This was a compromise between the progressives and the conservatives in Taiwan. It is progress, and progress is great
you parents read your diary? 🤦♀🤦♀🤦♀ what good parents you got. My Asian mom read my diary too and found out about my suicidal thoughts. I wrote about killing myself after my Asian father scold me so hard for not getting good grades. I also draw pictures of me killing myself with a knife, hanging from the ceiling, and drinking hand sanitizer and stuff lol. she panicked. I am also a lesbian and I told my mom and she expect me to be straight again someday. lol. My father is expecting me to get a husband and settle with kids cus he thought a woman's life will be fulfilled if only she settle with a husband and kids🤦♀🤦♀🤦♀ He was even writing about how he is going to lecture my future husband and stuff. They expect high grades and I did my best but they expect me to have a husband? What good parents I got. 🤦♀🤦♀🤦♀Even though I grew up with my candid Thai gay friends, I am still sad that I am not frank about my sexuality just because I come from a strict catholic family. I really feel you from my heart. Keep living on sis. Even if your parents don't accept you, just know that there are people who accept you.
Thank you so much for making this interview,both of you ❤ im studying mandarin and I'm part of the lgbtq community, so these things matter to me. I learn a lot more about Chinese people from the onternet than the media or anything. Keep up the good work, amazzing channel and thank you again!! 💖💖
Great job Eileen and Chloe. Chloe, I’m sorry you had to endure so much rejection and pressure from family. Glad you have a career and can make decisions for your life to be happy and at peace with yourself. 加油！
Wow. This is such a fascinating interview. I have to thank Eileen and Chloe for their time and to wish them both the best. I initially started listening only because I'm studying Chinese and wanted to try to understand a few words from native Mandarin speakers. However, I quickly became more interested in the actual content of the conversation and stopped listening. I started reading the subtitles. My takeaway: the issues that everyday people face in modern China aren't that different from the issues faced in western countries..... Now I have to listen to it again without reading the subtitles. My sincere best wishes to Chloe and Eileen.
A lot of comments here on how important the topic is, and how inspiring it is to see Chloe talk about it, and I do wholeheartedly agree, but I would like to emphasize something else, which is actually related to the main purpose of the channel: from a purely linguistic point of view, this is really great content, and in huge part due to Chloe being such an intelligent person and capable conversationalist. I feel like her command of her native language is way beyond average, and she uses a very broad set of language "tools" to express herself. This is of great value to learners, and I hope we can see more of her in the future. And one remark: I really don't feel this is intermediate level of Chinese, I'm sure there are very few foreign learners of Chinese who can understand everything, no matter how advanced they are.
It's true. Chengdu and Shanghai and some of the cities gay culture are really shocking for me as it is really open (there are many gay clubs/bars/communities). However at some cities, you have to take care of yourself as being straight is highly requested.
Amazing video! Thanks a lot for bringing such varied content, specially this kind of topics that are a bit of a taboo in China. Its always amazing not only learning vocab and such but also culture!
i dont know any chinese but just from the subtitles this interview is so fascinating! i love seeing experiences from all around the world, especially the things the US doesn’t want us to see
I'm not looking to learn Mandarin but this video was super interesting! Good job. I'm happy to see more language tutors doing comprehensible input content, and how cool it is that you're covering such interesting topics!
This is not only good for becoming familiar with Chinese conversation style, but also very educational and insightful! I had no idea about the concept of “sham marriages” or the changes that are happening in China because heterosexual couples cannot afford to get married and have children. This gives amazing cultural insight, I would love to see more videos like this on social topics/issues and the Chinese experience! Thankyou mandarincorner
Fantastic content on modern China. You should also go to Chengu or as the scene calls it 'Gaydu'. So many cool Chinese in that city living as they please. It's my favourite city in all the years I lived in China.
Your videos are treasure of Chinese culture in all aspects. That is from language learning to deep insights into human lives, I appreciate supreme quality.
This video is incredible. The interviewer has great questions, let the interviewee answer in her o,w words. As a learner of Chinese I'm absorbing a lot from this. Thank you so much, this must be a lot of work
This and the others in the series are excellent examples of the type of information and learning I need. I really enjoyed hearing this woman's experience and found the interview style professional and sensitive 加 油 !
Being in India makes it even harder for me to come out and tell people that I'm a lesbian, in addition to China. Because many nations have this issue, as I mentioned, and we cannot hold society responsible for it. As a result, they will react negatively. We should start by changing ourselves. We have to acknowledge that a same-gender relationship is about love as much as it is about lust, sex, or time passing. People who identify as LGBT are being bullied and harshed by society, and many are reluctant to identify as such in public. It ought to be modified. Please be respectful; everyone has their own life, love, and respect.
Incredible scope of content, well worth supporting your channel. I learned so much about the Chinese society from your interviews and your walks around the cities and landscapes. I started watching when you described your life as a factory girl. Great content and well prepared.
This was by far your best interview. Very professional on your part Eileen.( btw you look beautiful).Chloe is such a strong woman.Also thanks to her I will never forget the word “ dui “. ❤🇨🇦
Everyone should be able to be happy being who they are, with who makes them happy. It seems like the biggest reason against it is people are very afraid of change and the things that challenge the social structure they are familiar with. But just like you have a right to live your life in a way that makes you happy, so does everyone else.
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As a gay man, whenever someone tells me the idea of two men together is perverted I reply with … why you spending all your free time thinking about two men together? 😂😂 That’s says more about what’s going on in your mind while the rest of us are thinking about our hobbies (like watching Eileen’s videos and studying Chinese!!) 😊
Wow, i’m interested to speak mandarin fluently, And this kind of topics makes me feel that is important how to speak this amazing language thanks for share this kind of videos, I hope someday be able to have a conversation in your beautiful language, regards.
I don't understand why Chloe said her relationship is smoother than traditional Chinese families'. She both described typical Chinese fights (such as criticizing her partner for not making enough money) and also said they have gotten into physically violent altercations? Regardless, this was a very well-made video and I appreciate her sharing her story in such detail.
Interesting video. I remember, when I was travelling in China, to see many schoolgirls in pairs, as if they were best friends (I really saw many). But sometimes it was a bit hard not to think that there was something else in their relationship. So I thought maybe lesbianism is more common in China than people think.
So many gay in China but the culture is super represed. Chengdu is a more open city. But many still are weird about it. You can even see the funny angry comments here from those nationalists who only want one view of China. I loved my 7 years in Mainland and have many gay friends there.
Isn't that just seeing what you want to see? It's just how schoolchildren act in Asia. In the West, we jump to that sort of conclusion so easily that it makes same sex friendships awkward...
there are lots of gay girls in china whether they are lesbian/bisexual/pansexual girls if you want to know they really exist or not you can see them Douyin/xiaohingshu look for the hashtag #le , #le in china this is slang which means girls who like girls. if you see a video/photo post on douyin/xiaohungshu there is the hashtag #le in that post, it means that someone is a girl who likes girls
Good video to improve my Mandarin with real live discussion to hold the focus. Add a little comment, the issues of intimate emotion. It is a very powerful feel, for good or bad especially on issue of love. Soul mate can be created through sexual intimacy. I went through hell after a broke off for long term goodness.
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@@YES_YES_NO_YESvery interesting! This is real people real life
@@YES_YES_NO_YES Your mind is closed.
@@JasonEyermann lezzies ... yuck
Thanks so much for this video! I checked out your site - I saw you have Anki flashcards, but not based on your videos. May I suggest you consider making flashcard sets based on these conversations? I would really love that!
wow not many channels for Mandarin learners have such a wide range of topics~ keep up the good work~
I'm a lesbian and it is my dream to speak Chinese. I am really touched by how heartfelt the interview was.
Hi
Same here. This is awesome. 你好
You're not lesbian ,Actually You're not a normal woman, it means that you have a psychological problem, instead of saying I feel like I m not in the right body , work on your ideas and psychology to be adapted with your body and its physiological needs
Eileen has such a direct and respectful way of asking the most private and difficult questions. I love this channel. Thank you
谢谢做这个视频。我知道很多人会不喜欢这个题目，但是对我有很大的帮助。上中文课的时候，我没有机会学习这样的词。
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I am so impressed with this channel! I am Chinese American, and plan to visit China for several months. Eileen is a terrific interviewer, and i am not only improving my Chinese language skills but learning so much in depth different cultural aspects of Chinese society from the younger generation. I love this interview particularly the courageous sharing from a lesbian and her struggle to be totally independent, and To live her life fully. Best wishes to you all!❤️👍❤️
I have a Chinese Taiwanese background but was born in America. My parents read my diary and found out I'm a lesbian when I was a senior in hs. They did not accept me. It's been good to see fellow Asian lgbtq allies fight. I think Asian cultures are not as expressive as other cultures about this. I was moved to tears to see Taiwan take a rainbow stand. I was in disbelief as I watched queer Taiwanese people openly kiss without fear in public! This was the first time I heard such queer friendly language in Mandarin. Thanks for the inclusion
Everything is in America awful I don't like Americans culture either maybe you born you like . For me it's poison
😊😊
It is not "legal" for same sex marriages in Taiwan, it is simply not "illegal" for Taiwanese people. The difference is, if a Taiwanese finds a partner from Vietnam or Mainland China, then they can't get married. They would have to go to a country like Denmark to get married.
This was a compromise between the progressives and the conservatives in Taiwan.
It is progress, and progress is great
you parents read your diary? 🤦♀🤦♀🤦♀ what good parents you got. My Asian mom read my diary too and found out about my suicidal thoughts. I wrote about killing myself after my Asian father scold me so hard for not getting good grades. I also draw pictures of me killing myself with a knife, hanging from the ceiling, and drinking hand sanitizer and stuff lol. she panicked. I am also a lesbian and I told my mom and she expect me to be straight again someday. lol. My father is expecting me to get a husband and settle with kids cus he thought a woman's life will be fulfilled if only she settle with a husband and kids🤦♀🤦♀🤦♀ He was even writing about how he is going to lecture my future husband and stuff. They expect high grades and I did my best but they expect me to have a husband? What good parents I got. 🤦♀🤦♀🤦♀Even though I grew up with my candid Thai gay friends, I am still sad that I am not frank about my sexuality just because I come from a strict catholic family. I really feel you from my heart. Keep living on sis. Even if your parents don't accept you, just know that there are people who accept you.
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Thank you so much for making this interview,both of you ❤ im studying mandarin and I'm part of the lgbtq community, so these things matter to me. I learn a lot more about Chinese people from the onternet than the media or anything. Keep up the good work, amazzing channel and thank you again!! 💖💖
她说的中文那么清楚。听得懂很容易。希望每个人多说的那么清楚
我非常同意，你说的对，他们都说那么清楚呀
But it real conversations it's hard to find, people don't speak as clearly, many people have accents
@@zhevtone this is absolutely true, but I think it’s important to have a foundation of knowing the words clearly first
Great job Eileen and Chloe. Chloe, I’m sorry you had to endure so much rejection and pressure from family. Glad you have a career and can make decisions for your life to be happy and at peace with yourself. 加油！
This is such an interesting video! Thank you Chloe for sharing your experience :) I'd love to see more videos like this!
Wow. This is such a fascinating interview. I have to thank Eileen and Chloe for their time and to wish them both the best. I initially started listening only because I'm studying Chinese and wanted to try to understand a few words from native Mandarin speakers. However, I quickly became more interested in the actual content of the conversation and stopped listening. I started reading the subtitles. My takeaway: the issues that everyday people face in modern China aren't that different from the issues faced in western countries..... Now I have to listen to it again without reading the subtitles. My sincere best wishes to Chloe and Eileen.
非常现实！谢谢嘉宾来分享你的故事和观点❤
A lot of comments here on how important the topic is, and how inspiring it is to see Chloe talk about it, and I do wholeheartedly agree, but I would like to emphasize something else, which is actually related to the main purpose of the channel: from a purely linguistic point of view, this is really great content, and in huge part due to Chloe being such an intelligent person and capable conversationalist. I feel like her command of her native language is way beyond average, and she uses a very broad set of language "tools" to express herself. This is of great value to learners, and I hope we can see more of her in the future. And one remark: I really don't feel this is intermediate level of Chinese, I'm sure there are very few foreign learners of Chinese who can understand everything, no matter how advanced they are.
In Chengdu it's ok, I remember many lesbians and gays there, the atmosphere was much more relaxed than in other cities, in my opinion.
That’s good. The world needs to be more progressive
It's true. Chengdu and Shanghai and some of the cities gay culture are really shocking for me as it is really open (there are many gay clubs/bars/communities). However at some cities, you have to take care of yourself as being straight is highly requested.
很棒的主题，有深度的采访！
as a straight male i'm so glad you made this video as it definitely won't be for everyone(sadly) and that's brave of you ❤️
谢谢Chloe分享你的生活故事。 谢谢Eileen 做这种非常非常有趣的采访。 Chloe 很幸福拥有那样一位长久的伴侣。你应该珍惜你们的感情关系。 爱情就是爱情无论如何。
Amazing video! Thanks a lot for bringing such varied content, specially this kind of topics that are a bit of a taboo in China. Its always amazing not only learning vocab and such but also culture!
i dont know any chinese but just from the subtitles this interview is so fascinating! i love seeing experiences from all around the world, especially the things the US doesn’t want us to see
I'm not looking to learn Mandarin but this video was super interesting! Good job. I'm happy to see more language tutors doing comprehensible input content, and how cool it is that you're covering such interesting topics!
這場訪問蠻重要，謝謝分享💜
This is not only good for becoming familiar with Chinese conversation style, but also very educational and insightful! I had no idea about the concept of “sham marriages” or the changes that are happening in China because heterosexual couples cannot afford to get married and have children. This gives amazing cultural insight, I would love to see more videos like this on social topics/issues and the Chinese experience! Thankyou mandarincorner
This is such an in depth video. Thank you for being vulnerable enough to share this story.
Fantastic content on modern China. You should also go to Chengu or as the scene calls it 'Gaydu'. So many cool Chinese in that city living as they please. It's my favourite city in all the years I lived in China.
She said lots of things that I can relate to. Thanks for sharing this content.
Your videos are treasure of Chinese culture in all aspects. That is from language learning to deep insights into human lives, I appreciate supreme quality.
such a beautiful interview. thank you to both Eileen and Chloe, was wonderful
I love this guest! Thank you both for sharing, and thank you Eileen for covering topics like this
This channel kinda GOATED
This video is incredible. The interviewer has great questions, let the interviewee answer in her o,w words. As a learner of Chinese I'm absorbing a lot from this. Thank you so much, this must be a lot of work
The one mandarin channel I always recommend ppl to visit
I'm glad she was able to pass on what Mother Wu did for her ❤
Thank you Chloe for your courage! Also, Eileen for understanding the importance of making this video. You, two, are great women!
What a beautiful interview. Thank you Eileen
This and the others in the series are excellent examples of the type of information and learning I need.
I really enjoyed hearing this woman's experience and found the interview style professional and sensitive
加 油 !
Being in India makes it even harder for me to come out and tell people that I'm a lesbian, in addition to China. Because many nations have this issue, as I mentioned, and we cannot hold society responsible for it. As a result, they will react negatively. We should start by changing ourselves. We have to acknowledge that a same-gender relationship is about love as much as it is about lust, sex, or time passing. People who identify as LGBT are being bullied and harshed by society, and many are reluctant to identify as such in public. It ought to be modified. Please be respectful; everyone has their own life, love, and respect.
aapko apni feelings chhupa ke rakhni padegi or sayad bisexual ban ke poori life kaatni pade
i am straight but i know how hard it is for my fellow indians to live like this
Incredible scope of content, well worth supporting your channel. I learned so much about the Chinese society from your interviews and your walks around the cities and landscapes. I started watching when you described your life as a factory girl. Great content and well prepared.
This was by far your best interview. Very professional on your part Eileen.( btw you look beautiful).Chloe is such a strong woman.Also thanks to her I will never forget the word “ dui “. ❤🇨🇦
one of the best channel out there.
Thank you. This was a great listening practice and also a great culture lesson.
Everyone should be able to be happy being who they are, with who makes them happy. It seems like the biggest reason against it is people are very afraid of change and the things that challenge the social structure they are familiar with. But just like you have a right to live your life in a way that makes you happy, so does everyone else.
Wow! this is so brave and thoroughly absorbing. Thanks to both of you.
Thank you Chloe and Eileen, I am so happy to see this representation, it’s so valuable to see since i can relate to her.
*TOO FAST?* Control the video's playback speed by speeding up or slowing down the video 5% at a time on desktop computers and laptops OR 25% at a time on smartphone!
Access the playback speed controls as follows:
*Desktop Computers and Laptops:* open the video, then go to the lower right of the video's screen and click on the settings icon (it looks like a GEAR). On the upper right of the options window that comes up, you will see the link "custom". Click on the "custom" link to control the video's playback speed by speeding up or slowing down the video 5% at a time.
*Smartphones:* open the video and go to the upper right of the video's screen. You will see 3 dots. Click on them and you will see the link to open the "playback speed" controls. Click on this link and you will be able to control the video's playback speed by speeding up or slowing down the video 25% at a time. Note that viewing the video on desktop computer/laptops gives you greater control over the playback speed (5% vs 25% on smartphones).
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO EILEEN !!!
Don't worry about the hate. Interesting topic with Interesting vocab. Been a fan for many years. Keep on rocking Eileen!
Thanks for the interesting topic. I love the format of the subtitles.
Thank you for this video! Very interesting content and a great help for practicing Mandarin
Wonderful conversation! Thank you very much for the video.
A massive thank you to this channel for teaching me the vocabulary I need to express myself in my second language. 超感谢这个频道给我提供使我更好地表达自己的词汇 ❤
Thanks for another great interview and a hard work! 谢谢！
This is the best channel! Thanks for this video Eileen, you are awesome ❤❤❤❤
I really enjoy your discussions. Your videos are the best and you're the best! I hope to see more interviews.
21:47 I immediately guessed that she was an artist based on the character she described
This girl is very smart and beautiful ❤️
Superb interview!
Great interview, thank you so much!
Fantastique vidéo 👏 Vous deux êtes fantastiques 🤩 Merci beaucoup !
Si vous êtes intéressé à connaître plus sur “ La Culture Lesbienne de la Chine du 21ème Siècle”, consultez mes commentaries sur cette plateforme. Je fais une recherche sur ce sujet au niveau des divers courants lesbiens en Chine.
Thank you so much for making this interview
Great interview. Thanks
Thank you for this video, I learned a lot and as a queer Taiwanese living in the west person myself it’s very interesting
There is a U.S. Chinese slang dictionary that is all lgbtq vocabulary in Chinese + English translations.n (Sorry, forgot title,
etc:.)
real question, where do you find these guests, especially for more taboo topics?
谢谢发的视频
谢谢你，很有意思！
Thank you for sharing, very educational, on several levels. 謝謝妳們。☺
amazing video like usual. thanks!
As a gay man, whenever someone tells me the idea of two men together is perverted I reply with … why you spending all your free time thinking about two men together? 😂😂 That’s says more about what’s going on in your mind while the rest of us are thinking about our hobbies (like watching Eileen’s videos and studying Chinese!!) 😊
Wow, i’m interested to speak mandarin fluently, And this kind of topics makes me feel that is important how to speak this amazing language thanks for share this kind of videos, I hope someday be able to have a conversation in your beautiful language, regards.
Thanks for the interview ❤
感谢老师和被采访的美女。我听得津津入味！
谢谢老师给我一个好题目让我学习中文🎉🎉🎉🎉
I don't understand why Chloe said her relationship is smoother than traditional Chinese families'. She both described typical Chinese fights (such as criticizing her partner for not making enough money) and also said they have gotten into physically violent altercations?
Regardless, this was a very well-made video and I appreciate her sharing her story in such detail.
bold topic from Eileen. Congratulations
Loved to hear this conversation! So many insights about how being different in a 保守的國家。我坦白地恭喜這個非常勇敢的女性，并不希望生活一般平均的中國人的生活。
I'm not learning chinese but it was a very interesting talk nonetheless!
Oh thank you! Naturally i clicked because you're talking about lgbt topics. I've been slacking on my studies 😅
非常有意思的话题，谢谢！
this is probably one of the best ways to study a language
非常感谢！ Thank you so much for the lesson! ❤
非常喜欢看到女孩子大胆地做自己
非常感谢老师
Thank you so much for this video! I would love to see more videos on this!
很高心你讨论这些话题。
Interesting video. I remember, when I was travelling in China, to see many schoolgirls in pairs, as if they were best friends (I really saw many). But sometimes it was a bit hard not to think that there was something else in their relationship. So I thought maybe lesbianism is more common in China than people think.
So many gay in China but the culture is super represed. Chengdu is a more open city. But many still are weird about it. You can even see the funny angry comments here from those nationalists who only want one view of China. I loved my 7 years in Mainland and have many gay friends there.
@@MissLizaYangonMyanmar It was just a feeling I had considering what I saw. Anyway, China is in my heart. I loved the country.
Isn't that just seeing what you want to see? It's just how schoolchildren act in Asia.
In the West, we jump to that sort of conclusion so easily that it makes same sex friendships awkward...
there are lots of gay girls in china whether they are lesbian/bisexual/pansexual girls if you want to know they really exist or not you can see them Douyin/xiaohingshu look for the hashtag #le , #le in china this is slang which means girls who like girls.
if you see a video/photo post on douyin/xiaohungshu there is the hashtag #le in that post, it means that someone is a girl who likes girls
Please see my comments on the subject, here in this platform, I am doing a research on the “Lesbian Culture in the 21st C. China”.
I love your videos. 谢谢
Good video to improve my Mandarin with real live discussion to hold the focus. Add a little comment, the issues of intimate emotion. It is a very powerful feel, for good or bad especially on issue of love. Soul mate can be created through sexual intimacy. I went through hell after a broke off for long term goodness.
感谢你，这种话题很重要，
love it!
我们爱你Chloe！
超爱你的视频 ❤
Lesbians and I share common tastes.
This is very advanced I feel
你们的内容越来越棒
Great video!!
really interesting interview ! Hopefully LGBT rights will be better in China with the new generation being more open
She looks cute. 🥰
Mandarin Corner的视频内容越来越丰富👍
Great😮