秋月慢谈 Real Chinese Talk - Immersion for Intermediates

(Scroll down for Chinese)Friends, I'm back! So many things have happened in my life in the past six months, the most exciting of which is that I went back to Asia for three months! A lot has happened in these three months, and it was a rush back to the Netherlands after that, and it was only now that I had the time (and thanks to the encouragement of many friends!) to start this podcast again. In the podcast, I discussed my thoughts on returning to Asia after three years and some thoughts

I have deep affection for Shanghai, just like many others. The city captivates me with its incredible diversity, inclusivity, convenience, and rich cultural heritage. Strolling from the picturesque banks of the Huang Pu River to the splendid Jing An Si, I relish the energetic atmosphere that encompasses both towering skyscrapers and historic architectures dating back eight decades.However, I am among those who have made the decision to leave Shanghai. My motivation stems from a desire to reclaim

It appears that China is facing challenges in terms of English proficiency. According to the EF EPI 2022 (English Proficiency Index, which primarily focuses on non-English-native countries), China is ranked 62nd out of 111 countries and regions, placing it in the "Low Proficiency" category. In contrast, the country I currently reside in, the Netherlands, ranks at the top. So, why is there such a stark contrast? Let's delve into my first-hand experiences of living in both countries and

After successfully learning four languages, I've discovered several key strategies that have greatly facilitated my language learning journey. In this episode, I'll be sharing the four most important aspects based on my personal experience. By implementing these strategies, I hope to assist you in finding an effective approach to language learning. Feel free to share your own experiences and insights! The five words we will cover in this episode are: “经历”, “目标”, “等等”, “枯燥“, and ”细节”. To

Many friends have asked me, "Why do you learn so many languages?" For them, learning languages may seem like a chore or a compulsory course at school. But for me, learning languages is a hobby. I dedicate a significant amount of time every day to language learning, and my dream is to become fluent in eight languages. Furthermore, I have come to realize the numerous benefits of being multilingual. Something interesting has also happened to me. Curious to know what it is? Check out the

This is our first podcast. First, I'd like to introduce myself: Who am I? Where do I come from? What am I doing now? Then I'll share with you why I wanted to do this podcast. Finally, I'll introduce some features of this podcast and what I think is the best way to use it for learning Chinese. Real Chinese Talk is designed for Chinese intermediate learners and only uses Chinese to help you get used to a full-Chinese context. We cover interesting topics such as language study skills,