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秋月慢谈 Real Chinese Talk - Immersion for Intermediates

Authentic, slow, and clear Chinese — about things that matter. Hosted by Qiuyue 秋月, a native Chinese speaker who speaks multiple languages and works in tech and the creative industry. Topics range from language learning and personal life to psychology, culture, and technology. Thoughtful, relevant, and always human.

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00:16:32

#46 Quitting social media 为什么要戒掉社交媒体？| Chinese...

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2025/12/07

Social media always brings me all kinds of negative emotions: anxiety, addiction, anger…More importantly, my time slips away among endless short videos.So I made up my mind to quit social media. I can’t say I’ve completely succeeded yet, but I’ve already seen some progress.The most immediate result: my life has become much more relaxed. :)00:00 I want to talk about social media00:40 Why quitting social media is difficult04:15 I uninstalled almost all social media apps, only kept WeChat06:07 The most

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00:23:29

#45 How should we read? 我们应该如何阅读？| Chinese...

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2025/11/23

A few months ago, I decided to change my reading habits, and I immediately felt the benefits of that change.Even though many books and articles are “teaching” us how to read, I think any method that helps you keep reading is a good method — everything else is secondary.Do you have a habit of reading?00:00 Winter in the Netherlands, time to read01:25 Sisyphe Bookstore and the university library04:05 The sense of achievement and pressure brought by reading check-ins after starting work06:01 Three

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#44 Are we slowly losing the art of writing by hand?...

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2025/11/09

Most Chinese people are gradually losing the ability to write by hand, and I think that’s a real pity.For us, handwriting is not just something that takes time to do, but a way to create a connection between people.00:00 Why I want to talk about handwriting01:18 The decline of handwriting ability04:06 Handwriting and calligraphy in Chinese culture06:04 From “ugly handwriting” to being asked to write for others08:24 The emotional value of handwriting13:27 The importance of writing culture in the

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00:24:17

#43 Don’t aim for native-speaker level...

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2025/10/25

I’ve had some new thoughts and insights about language learning recently, and I’d like to share them with you。00:00 Introduction00:50 Why it’s impossible to reach native-level proficiency05:34 Self-comparison: from “sounding like a native speaker” to “better than last month”08:20 The essence of language learning: strengthening your awareness of the language11:36 The challenge of listening, speaking, reading, and writing: why listening is the hardest and how to practice it17:02 A new perspective on

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00:22:34

#42 How I Became More Confident 如何变得更自信 | Chinese...

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2025/10/11

I feel that in recent years, I’ve become much more confident than I used to be. Let’s talk about the reasons behind this change and how to achieve true confidence.00:00 Let’s talk about confidence02:18 The one-dimensional evaluation system and exam pressure in school05:14 Experimenting during university, entering the workforce, and how moving to the Netherlands changed my mindset08:49 Reason 1: Embracing diverse ways of defining value11:52 Reason 2: Trying new things and discovering personal

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00:21:53

#41 I’ve spent hundreds of hours on Oxygen Not...

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2025/09/27

I’ve gotten hooked on a new game — Oxygen Not Included.Within just a few months, I’ve already spent hundreds of hours on it, so I have to talk about this game.It’s also made me start thinking about questions I had never considered before.00:00 I’ve gotten hooked on a new game01:27 Game introduction06:33 Complex systems and the example of the power system09:04 The balance a good game needs10:39 Fine-tuned details12:32 What makes a good game — a psychological perspective17:00 Deeper understanding of

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00:21:58

#40 The best times of my life 最美好的日子 | Chinese...

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2025/09/13

Lately, I often find myself thinking about the past—from my teenage years, to my time working in Shanghai, to the five years I’ve spent in the Netherlands.When I sit down and carefully sort through my happiest memories, I realize that I actually have so many of them.And most of these wonderful memories are connected to one important decision I made.00:00 Talking about the happiest times of my life03:05 Beautiful memories of my three years in high school09:12 A period of freedom before coming to the

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00:20:07

#39 I’m thirty, and I’m still watching anime...

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2025/08/31

For me, Japanese anime is not just a way to pass the time, but rather a third way of understanding the world outside of school and family when I was a child.More than twenty years later, I am still watching anime, even though some people believe it is created only for children.This itself shows the timeless charm of anime.00:00 Childhood Affection01:09 The Concept of Anime and Its Popularity in China03:59 From the Television Era to Pirated Copies06:53 The Complexity of Hunter x Hunter10:35

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00:22:13

#38 How does urban design transform your life?...

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2025/08/16

Have you ever noticed that the city you live in has a profound impact on your life and overall happiness? In this episode of the podcast, I explore three key criteria by sharing my experiences living in different cities in China and the Netherlands, and reflect on what makes a city truly “happy.”00:00 Introduction & Happy City00:51 Personal Urban Living Experiences04:07 The Essence and Complexity of Cities06:25 Criterion One: People-Centered Urban Design13:25 Criterion Two: Average Commute Time

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00:20:26

#37 The real universal language: Music 为什么音乐这么重要？|...

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2025/08/02

I believe music is the true universal language—you don’t need to study it; you just need to feel it, and you can convey complex ideas and emotions. This partly explains the significance of music—it transcends time, space, and culture. On a personal level, I’ve also been finding different ways to deepen my connection with music. It’s not just about listening; I also learn instruments, and in the future, I hope to study composition as well. What is your relationship with music? 00:00 The Journey

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00:22:39

#36 Are you happier working for a large company or a...

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2025/07/19

I have worked in both large and small companies, and I realized that the smaller the company I work for, the happier I am.Why is this so? Is this just my personal experience or is it the same for everyone? In addition to working in large and small companies, are there other possibilities?00:00 Welcome and personal update01:05 Career background and the changing pattern of happiness05:27 Research and analysis on company size and well-being12:00 Challenges of small companies vs. Advantages of large

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#35 徒步是冥想：前往珠峰大本营 Hiking to Everest Base Camp (EBC) |...

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2025/07/05

Hiking used to be my only way of traveling, but since coming to Europe, I’ve rarely gone hiking. My last mountain trek was in 2020, on the EBC (Everest Base Camp) route in Nepal.Finally, this August, I’m going to start hiking again.Why do I love hiking? In this podcast, I’ll be sharing the best experiences hiking has brought me.00:00 Hiking Plans and Travel Anticipation03:19 Recalling the EBC Trek Experience08:12 Life in Extreme Conditions and Returning to the City10:01 The Meaning of Hiking and

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00:24:50

#34 时间管理和多重心的生活 How I work full time, learn two...

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2025/06/21

When chatting with friends, I’m often told, “Qiuyue, how do you manage to do so many things!”And I think to myself, I haven’t even listed everything else I’m doing yet!But honestly, I don’t feel like my life is all that busy—I’m just doing the things I genuinely enjoy (most of the time): learning languages, reading, working out, creating art, socializing, and playing games.That said, when I think about it more carefully, there are indeed some personal experiences I can share—things that might help

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#33 做时间的朋友, Celebrating 1,000 Spotify Subscribers! |...

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2025/06/07

Real Chinese Talk has reached 1,000 subscribers on Spotify!While this number may seem insignificant compared to many top or mid-tier podcasts, for me, it's a major milestone.So, thank you all! Your listening, support, and comments are what keep me going.Along the way, I’ve also learned something very important — to be a friend of time. Sometimes, even when we put genuine effort into something, we might not get immediate positive feedback. But if we remain patient, good results will gradually

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#32 距离产生美, My thoughts after the trip back to China |...

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2025/05/24

The distance in time and space seems to have placed a filter between me and my hometown.When living abroad, the China I saw was always a beautiful one; and when I recalled my childhood, only warm, comforting memories would surface.But when I finally returned to the place I had imagined countless times in my mind, reality turned out to be a bit different.If you’ve ever lived overseas—or are currently reflecting on the meaning of "home" and "distance"—this episode might resonate

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#31 和人工智能共生 Do you use AI? | Chinese Comprehensible...

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2025/05/10

How much do you know about AI?Why is ChatGPT biased? Why is the emergence of DeepSeek beneficial for the diversity of language models? What is the current state of AI technology in the daily lives of people in China? As someone working in the tech industry, I’ll share how I use AI in both my work and personal life, offer some insights into the AI industry and its future, and give suggestions on how to make the most of AI tools. 00:28 Why Talk About AI 02:22 How I Use AI in Work and Daily Life 05:40

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#30 怎么与这个世界相处？How to make the right choice? | Chinese...

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2025/04/26

We make choices every day—but in a world full of noise, opinions, and endless information, how can we stay true to our own decisions without being swayed by others?Or put another way: how should we get along with the world?In this episode, you’ll hear three specific ways of thinking that can help you find clarity in complexity and stay grounded in times of uncertainty.If you’ve ever felt unsure about the future or questioned your past decisions, this episode might offer you a new perspective.00:44 A

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00:19:38

#29 从零开始学习语言 How I’d start learning a language from...

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2025/04/12

Many people believe that learning a foreign language is very difficult—and indeed, it’s not easy—but learning a new language is something that becomes easier the more you do it.After studying several languages, I’ve learned which methods work and which ones don’t. This helps me learn each new language faster and more effectively.In other words, the more languages I learn, the better I become at learning new ones.In this episode of the podcast, I’ll be sharing the approach I’ve developed for learning

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#28 如何突破语言学习瓶颈 Still can’t speak Chinese after...

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2025/03/29

Whenever I learn a new language, I always encounter a bottleneck—it feels like no matter what I do, I just can't seem to improve my language skills.However, after learning my fourth and fifth languages, I gradually figured out ways to break through these plateaus, especially after reaching an intermediate level.In this episode, I’d like to share these methods with you.00:19 Bottlenecks in language learning01:09 Personal language learning experience02:33 Methods to overcome language learning

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#27 我教你美梦成真 Becoming your best future self | Chinese...

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2025/03/15

What Kind of Life Do I Want? How Can I Live the Life I Desire?To answer these two questions, you only need one method.And one day in the future, you will realize that you have become the person you once aspired to be.In this episode of the podcast, I will share this method and how it has benefited me.00:23 My experience at an offline gathering01:30 Pursuing dreams and taking action03:16 Future visualization exercise05:41 The logic behind future visualization07:19 How to conduct a visualization

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