不好吃哪来力气耍流氓 Chinese Food Podcast Review

Name of podcast:不好吃哪来力气耍流氓(bù hǎo chī nǎ lái lì qì shuǎ liú máng)

What topics are covered? It’s mainly about the host’s memory on nostalgic food and the introduction of the food that she especially likes.

Why is it good to listen to? This podcast will introduce you to many old but delicate Chinese snacks, also some foreign food will be included as well, like the dish oden from Japan. The host has a very nice voice which makes the podcast a joy to listen. Also, this Chinese podcast has very good background music to create a warm and happy atmosphere.

To listen or subscribe to the podcast, you can go to http://www.lizhi.fm/1810116/ .

How often are the podcasts updated? It’s updated on a weekly basis.

Length of the podcast: It varies from 10 to 40 mins.

Description of the podcast: The host is a young woman who’s still a university student, she has a Hangzhou accent (from Zhejiang Province, in southern China). Each time the podcast starts with the same prologue, “Delicacies and Adonis are the eternal pursuit in life’s journey…”, which interestingly introduces her hobby. The title literally means “How can you have the strength to behave like a hooligan if you don’t eat well”, the “耍流氓” part means behave like a hooligan, but actually here it just means play around, fool around. The podcaster always speaks in a slow speed and has clear pronunciation, which is suitable for intermediate and advanced Chinese learners to learn Chinese. Sometimes the host will also invite other women as guests to have exchanges and discussions on delicious cuisine. The podcaster talks about food in many detailed ways, like its shape, taste, colour, etc.

Summary: This podcast is dedicated for those who love food and want to learn more about Chinese snacks. If you’re a gourmet, you certainly can’t miss it.