From improv comedy to perler beads: Exploring China's new generation of hobbies 一起聊聊年轻人喜爱的新潮流

About this episode

Niuniu and Steve discuss popular hobbies among young people in China, including improv comedy and colorful plastic beads.

In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, Niuniu and Steve continue to discuss some of the most common hobbies shared by young people in China. From improv comedy and mystery role-playing party games, to playing with colorful plastic beads, tune in and discover these fun new trends with us! (04:25) Niuniu and Steve had their first improv show? (15:51) What is an "输出型爱好" (output-based hobby)?

People in this episode

Hosts: Niuniu, Steve

Topics covered

• hobbies
• improv comedy
• role-playing games
• young people
• trends in China

Keywords

• hobbies
• improv comedy
• role-playing games
• young people
• trends
• China

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Takeaway Chinese

Places: China

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