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The Origins of Ancient (and Not-So-Ancient) Chinese Place Names
Modern Chinese place names that reflect ancient history and traditional naming conventions
Viral Week Ep. 150
Weibo’s homophobia, whistleblower sued, unlucky names, and a late-night fugitive arrest—it’s Viral Week
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Fantastic Chinese Names and How To Pick Them
Famous and powerful foreigners get their Chinese names a few key ways
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