Let’s talk about how I wrote my first song and the lessons it taught me about learning. Along the way, I discovered what I believe is one of the most effective ways to improve any skill: combining theory with project-based learning.02:12 The hardest part of songwriting isn't starting - it's finishing05:45 A "Eureka" moment08:16 From imitation to originality: what drawing and songwriting have in common10:33 Theory + project-based learning13:52 Applying project-based learning to language learning16:32 Why combining projects with theory is the most effective way to learn聊聊怎么开始写第一首歌，并从中悟到学习方法的最佳形态：理论+ 项目制学习02:12 写歌最难的不是开始，而是结束05:45 “任督二脉被打通”08:16 从模仿到原创：画画和作曲的共同点10:33 理论学习 + 项目制学习13:52 项目制学习如何应用到语言学习16:32 为什么项目和理论一起学效果最好My first song Star Children:https://youtu.be/w7Dqi4neivM-------------------------------------In the latest newsletter, I shared some good Chinese articles that I read. They are targeting at native speakers so might be a stretch to you. But challenge means progress so why not give it a try!Interested in more Chinese content beyond the podcast and the video? Subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.realchinesetalk.nl/ The newsletter is available in both Chinese and English, making it a great read practice for you!-------------------------------------Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6yJNjijXDL0AVPGwh3ohcc?si=6C1apAxjQwOVafd1C7YX5QPodcast Video (with bilingual subtitles): https://youtu.be/DMATxnXduwYAdditional learning materials: https://www.patreon.com/RealChineseTalk Support me via Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/realchinesetalk Contact: [email protected]

Over the past year, AI has been developing far faster than most of us realize. In this episode, we explore the three major waves of AI and what they actually mean for our work and daily lives. No panic, no hype, just a clear look at what's really happening.01:40 How the AI question has shifted03:08 Where large language models stand today06:04 The second wave Physical AI09:03 A famous paradox in the AI world11:09 The third wave AI for Science12:29 How AI affects us personally17:44 AI and employment20:21 How I use AI22:12 Where human advantage lies and how to prepare在过去一年里，AI的发展远比我们感受到的要快。这一期，我们来聊聊AI的三大浪潮，以及它们对我们工作和生活的真实影响。不焦虑，不鼓吹，只是帮你看清楚正在发生的事情。01:40 AI问题的转变03:08 大语言模型的现状06:04 第二浪潮物理AI09:03 AI领域著名的悖论11:09 第三浪潮科学AI12:29 AI对个人的影响17:44 AI与就业20:21 我怎么用AI22:12 人类的优势在哪里，我们该如何准备#31 和人工智能共生 Do you use AI? https://open.spotify.com/episode/4PuQB4HF0iVUaVJViyZwpb?si=RTP9rp8wSiWrKPr35qJFqg -------------------------------------In the latest newsletter, I shared 5 interesting Chinese articles that cover a wide range of topics, making it a great reading practice for you!Interested in more Chinese content beyond the podcast and the video? Subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.realchinesetalk.nl/ -------------------------------------Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles): https://youtu.be/AN-FjkfCpjgAdditional learning materials: https://www.patreon.com/RealChineseTalk Support me via Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/realchinesetalk Contact: [email protected]

Are humans actually getting dumber? And does it even matter to us as individuals? 00:30 The movie Idiocracy 04:21 Are humans really getting dumber? 06:06 The Flynn Effect and the reverse Flynn Effect 09:46 Reason one: our use of tools 12:24 Reason two: AI 14:32 Reason three: fragmented attention 17:05 Were ancient people actually smarter than us? 18:21 IQ is not the only measure of intelligence 21:01 A global trend and what it means for the individual人类真的有在变笨吗？但这和我们每个人有关系吗？00:30 电影Idiocrasy04:21 人类真的在变笨吗？06:06 Flynn效应与逆Flynn效应09:46 原因一：工具的使用12:24 原因二：AI14:32 原因三：注意力碎片化17:05 古人其实比我们更厉害？18:21 IQ不是唯一标准21:01 宏观趋势与个体的关系Relevant articles:Humans are getting dumberHuman intelligence sharply declining95后成了第一代“不如父母聪明”的年轻人？-------------------------------------In the latest newsletter, I shared why writing Chinese lyrics is intrinsically more difficult than writing English or Japanese ones.Interested in more Chinese content beyond the podcast and the video? Subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.realchinesetalk.nl/ The newsletter is available in both Chinese and English, making it a great read practice for you!-------------------------------------Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles): https://youtu.be/VDmTXny-VMUAdditional learning materials: https://www.patreon.com/RealChineseTalk Support me via Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/realchinesetalk Contact: [email protected]

Learning a language feels like riding a roller coaster: recently, I’ve felt like my language learning has entered another plateau. I’ve been feeling a bit drained and lacking motivation.So, I decided to adjust my language-learning methods to help myself feel excited about learning languages again.In this episode, I’ll share the changes I’ve made, as well as some broader thoughts on finding the right rhythm for language learning.01:06 Learning three languages at the same time: challenges and finding what works for you05:36 Why I decided to change my learning method07:40 Learning in a relaxed state09:19 A new approach to shadowing10:57 A new way I use Anki12:30 Audiobooks14:49 The learning method I’ve always stuck with学习语言就像坐过山车：我最近感觉自己的语言学习又进入了一个瓶颈期，并且感觉有些乏力，没有多少动力。于是我调整了自己的语言学习方法，让自己再次为学习语言这件事感到“激动”。这期播客里我就来分享一下我的调整，以及在总体层面上对语言学习节奏的思考。01:06 同时学习三门语言：挑战与适合自己的方式05:36 为什么决定改变学习方法？07:40 放松状态下的学习09:19 跟读的新方法10:57 Anki 的新用法12:30 有声书14:49 一直坚持的学习方法TED Talk mentioned:How to learn any language in six months | Chris Lonsdale -------------------------------------In the latest newsletter, I shared some fun facts about Chinese lyrics writing and how listening to Chinese music can give you extra help on familiarizing yourself with the tones.Interested in more Chinese content beyond the podcast and the video? Subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.realchinesetalk.nl/ The newsletter is available in both Chinese and English, making it a great read practice for you!

Creativity has a methodology. That’s the perspective I gained after reading two books (one from the Western world and one from the Eastern world) and having a conversation with a creative director.In this episode, you’ll hear why creativity doesn’t belong only to artists, and how ordinary people can become more creative by finding the right medium, focus time, and inspiration.02:44 What is creativity?06:49 Insights from two books and one conversation07:00 Advice from John Cleese09:43 Peak creativity – morning shower time 14:40 Stan Lai’s Creativity Studies and the “Creativity Pyramid”19:10 Three practical tips from a creative director创意是有方法论的。这是我在读了两本书（西方和东方世界）以及和创意总监的一次对话后得到的观点。这期播客里，你可以听到：为什么创意不只属于艺术家，以及普通人如何通过找到合适的媒介、专注时间和灵感，让自己变得更有创造力。02:44 什么是创意06:49 两本书和一次对话带来的启发07:00 John Cleese的建议09:43 早晨洗澡时的创造力14:40 《赖声川的创意学》和“创意金字塔”19:10 创意总监给出的三个实用建议Books mentioned:赖声川的创意学 by 赖声川 Creativity: A Short and Cheerful Guide by John Cleese -------------------------------------In the latest newsletter, I shared my opinion on the myth that there is no dyslexia in Chinese society.Interested in more Chinese content beyond the podcast and the video? Subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.realchinesetalk.nl/ The newsletter is available in both Chinese and English, making it a great read practice for you!-------------------------------------Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles): https://youtu.be/J9KoPHND5vUAdditional learning materials: https://www.patreon.com/RealChineseTalk Support me via Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/realchinesetalk Contact: [email protected]

Let’s talk about how cultural export has changed people’s impressions of China, and why Japan’s cultural export has been so successful.I also share how these changes have affected my life in Europe.00:19 What is cultural export?04:08 Let’s talk about Chinatown06:33 Milk tea culture08:38 Labubu and Pop Mart09:49 Li Ziqi11:13 YouTubers12:37 Japanese cultural export15:46 How cultural export has affected me17:38 Countries with successful cultural export聊聊文化输出如何改变了别人对中国的印象，以及日本的文化输出为什么成功。这些变化对我在欧洲生活的影响。00:19 什么是文化输出？04:08 聊聊唐人街06:33 奶茶文化08:38 Labubu和泡泡马特09:49 李子柒11:13 YouTube博主12:37 日本文化输出15:46 文化输出对我的影响17:38 成功的文化输出国家-------------------------------------In the latest newsletter, I shared my opinion on the myth that there is no dyslexia in Chinese society.Interested in more Chinese content beyond the podcast and the video? Subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.realchinesetalk.nl/ The newsletter is available in both Chinese and English, making it a great read practice for you!-------------------------------------Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles): https://youtu.be/DdXydrlp_IcAdditional learning materials: https://www.patreon.com/RealChineseTalk Support me via Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/realchinesetalk Contact: [email protected]

In this episode, I talk about my experience hiking in Italy for over a week, and also explore the differences between hiking in China and Europe.Why did hiking make time feel slower, almost like it “extended my life”?If you’re thinking about starting hiking, I’ll also share some simple and practical tips.00:37 Hiking in Italy in April01:52 Differences between hiking in China and Europe04:17 Why it’s harder to start hiking in Europe06:53 How beginners can start hiking09:31 Accommodation tips and gear for beginners13:52 Why I love hiking: making time slow down聊聊我在意大利徒步一个多星期的经历，也聊聊在中国和欧洲徒步有什么不同。为什么徒步让我觉得时间变慢，像是“延长了生命”？如果你也想开始徒步，这期也会分享一些简单实用的建议。00:37 四月意大利徒步经历01:52 中国和欧洲徒步方式的不同04:17 为什么在欧洲开始徒步更难06:53 新手如何开始徒步09:31 新手住宿建议与装备准备13:52 为什么喜欢徒步：让时间变慢-------------------------------------In the latest newsletter, I shared my opinion on the myth that there is no dyslexia in Chinese society.Interested in more Chinese content beyond the podcast and the video? Subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.realchinesetalk.nl/ The newsletter is available in both Chinese and English, making it a great read practice for you!-------------------------------------Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles): https://youtu.be/5zJwbqxadLYAdditional learning materials: https://www.patreon.com/RealChineseTalk Support me via Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/realchinesetalk Contact: [email protected]

Chinese festivals are completely different from those in Europe. By looking at the origins and customs of traditional Chinese festivals, I’ll explore Chinese culture on a deeper level.00:47 The relationship between Dutch holidays and religion01:50 The system behind Chinese holidays: the lunar calendar and nature03:08 The differences and coexistence of the lunar and Gregorian calendars05:22 Calendar systems in different countries (the example of Thailand)06:31 The fundamental differences between Chinese and Western festivals07:16 Talking about the Spring Festival, Qingming Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival, and Dragon Boat Festival15:32 Non-public festivals and folk beliefs in China中国的节日和欧洲完全不一样，从中国传统节日的来源和习俗的角度，我从更深的层面来聊聊中国文化。00:47 荷兰假期与宗教的关系01:50 中国假期的机制：农历与自然 03:08 阴历与阳历的区别与共存05:22 不同国家的日历系统（泰国例子）06:31 中国 vs 西方节日本质差异07:16 聊聊春节，清明节，中秋节， 端午节15:32 中国的非公共节日与民间信仰-------------------------------------In the latest newsletter, I shared why many people in China are “raising lobsters.” Interested in more Chinese content beyond the podcast and the video? Subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.realchinesetalk.nl/ The newsletter is available in both Chinese and English, making it a great read practice for you!-------------------------------------Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles): https://youtu.be/GoXqtSkc2MQ Additional learning materials: https://www.patreon.com/RealChineseTalk Support me via Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/realchinesetalk Contact: [email protected]

Recommended non-traditional apps for learning Chinese. The Last One Is the Most Recommended!00:19 Intermediate learners should immerse themselves in native Chinese resources02:53 Recommended Tool #105:31 Tips for learning Chinese through videos08:13 Recommended Tool #212:13 Recommended Tool #314:12 Recommended Tool #4. The Best Recommendation!非传统中文学习app推荐，最后一个最推荐！00:19 中级学习者应该使用母语者资源沉浸语言环境02:53 推荐工具一05:31 使用视频学习中文的建议08:13 推荐工具二12:13 推荐工具三14:12 推荐工具四 – 最佳推荐！少数派网站：https://sspai.com/-------------------------------------In the latest newsletter, I shared why many people in China are “raising lobsters.” Interested in more Chinese content beyond the podcast and the video? Subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.realchinesetalk.nl/ The newsletter is available in both Chinese and English, making it a great read practice for you!-------------------------------------Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles): https://youtu.be/eJ18-Jz6NjgAdditional learning materials: https://www.patreon.com/RealChineseTalk Support me via Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/realchinesetalk Contact: [email protected]

How can you learn anything you want to learn? I’d like to share some of my thoughts.00:43 Why I want to talk about “how to learn anything you want”01:23 Childhood success experiences are important05:28 My experience with sports07:24 My experience learning piano08:25 What to do as an adult if you didn’t have successful experiences in childhood09:21 Suggestion 113:12 Suggestion 214:56 Suggestion 3怎么才能够让自己学会任何想学的东西呢？我想分享自己一点思考。00:43 为什么想聊“如何学会任何想学的东西”01:23 童年的成功经验很重要05:28 我的体育经历07:24 学钢琴的经验08:25 如果没有小时候的成功经验，成年后该怎么学09:21 建议一13:12 建议二14:56 建议三-------------------------------------In the latest newsletter, I shared why many people in China are “raising lobsters.” Interested in more Chinese content beyond the podcast and the video? Subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.realchinesetalk.nl/ The newsletter is available in both Chinese and English, making it a great read practice for you!-------------------------------------Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles): https://youtu.be/rIqCWjxoNGI Additional learning materials: https://www.patreon.com/RealChineseTalk Support me via Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/realchinesetalk Contact: [email protected]