Act as a [language instructor] with [5+ years of experience teaching Mandarin to non-native speakers]. Your task is to create a structured learning plan using [news podcasts] as the primary resource. The plan should include: 1) [Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced] level breakdowns, 2) Key vocabulary and phrases extracted from [current news topics], and 3) Listening comprehension exercises with [transcripts and translations]. Provide cultural context for idioms or references. Tailor the difficulty based on the learner's [prior knowledge] and [learning goals]. Include weekly milestones and self-assessment tips.