Real Chinese Talk - Immersion for Intermediates

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Real Chinese Talk - Immersion for Intermediates

Welcome to Real Chinese Talk, a Chinese-only podcast crafted specifically for intermediate learners! Immerse yourself in comprehensible input as you dive into engaging and thought-provoking topics beyond the typical language lessons. Join us to explore the fascinating world of contemporary Chinese culture, history, and everyday life, all in Mandarin! More about the podcast: www.realchinesetalk.nl, YouTube channel @RealChineseTalk, or www.linktr.ee/realchinesetalk

  1. #18 Why did I leave China? 为什么我离开了中国？

    NOV 9

    #18 Why did I leave China? 为什么我离开了中国？

    I recently spoke with a friend from China, and our conversation reminded me of the many struggles I faced while living there. Although there are many things I miss about China, I'm grateful to my past self for deciding to move to another country years ago. Why do I feel this way? Find out in this podcast! 我最近和一个在中国的朋友聊天，这次对话让我想起了当年生活在中国时经历的种种挑战。 虽然我仍然怀念很多中国的事物，但我很感激当初那个决定移居国外的自己。 为什么我会这样想？答案都在这期播客中！ ------------------------------------- In last week’s newsletter, we highlighted three popular buzzwords in Chinese that reflect the current mindset of young people in China. One of these terms, 内卷 (involution), is also discussed in this episode. Interested in more Chinese learning tips and resources beyond the comprehensive input from the podcast? Subscribe to the Real Chinese Talk newsletter at realchinesetalk.nl ------------------------------------- Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles) Additional learning materials Newsletter Contact: qiuyue@realchinesetalk.nl

    18 min
  2. #17 Cyberpunk City Chongqing 赛博朋克之都重庆

    OCT 26

    #17 Cyberpunk City Chongqing 赛博朋克之都重庆

    Imagine standing in a vast plaza, surrounded by shops and restaurants. You enter a nearby building and take the elevator, finding yourself on the 18th floor. But when you descend to the ground floor, you suddenly realize you're on the 10th floor of another building! This mind-bending scenario is a reality in Chongqing, China's cyberpunk metropolis! Chongqing is a true mountain city, where buildings and infrastructure are ingeniously constructed along steep hillsides. The result is a mesmerizing, three-dimensional urban landscape where structures seem to defy gravity and logic. But Chongqing's vertical cityscape is just the beginning of its wonders. This vibrant metropolis has so much more to explore and discover. Join us in this podcast episode as we dive into the fascinating world of Chongqing! 你站在一个巨大的广场上，这里有商店、餐厅；然后你走进广场边上的楼里坐电梯，发现你在这栋楼里的十八楼；当你坐电梯到一楼，你发现你在另外一栋楼里的十楼。 这样的情形，就发生在中国赛博朋克之都——重庆！ 重庆是一座真正意义上的山城，这里的建筑和基础设施都是依山而建，错落的建筑创造了奇特的立体感。 但是除了这里的立体城市景观之外，重庆还有很多其他值得探索的事情。 这一期播客里，我们一起走进重庆！ Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles) Additional learning materials Newsletter Contact: qiuyue@realchinesetalk.nl

    20 min
  3. #16 I’m thirty, but I don’t want to go back to twenty 我三十岁了，但是我并不想回到二十岁

    OCT 12

    #16 I’m thirty, but I don’t want to go back to twenty 我三十岁了，但是我并不想回到二十岁

    In Chinese, there's a saying "三十而立" (san shi er li), which originates from Confucius. It means that by the age of thirty, a person should be able to stand on their own, have a clear sense of self, and possess the ability to prove their worth. So when I turned thirty, I had a strange feeling. On one hand, according to society's expectations, I had reached an age where I should have achieved something. On the other hand, I was very aware that I still had many uncertainties about various things. When someone asked me, "Now that you're thirty, do you feel anything special?" I thought to myself, "This day isn't any different from any other. After it passes, I’m still just as uncertain." However, there’s one thing I’m certain about: I don’t want to go back to my early twenties. Why is that? I'll talk about it in this episode of the podcast. 在中文里有“三十而立”的这样一个说法（来源于孔子），意思是说一个人到了三十岁之后要能够自立，有自己的核心，有能力证明自己。 因此，当我三十岁的时候，我有一种很奇怪的感觉，一方面根据外界的期待，我已经到了应该有一定成就的年龄；另一方面我又很清楚，自己对于很多事情还是有很多疑惑。 当有人问我：三十岁了，你有什么特殊的感觉吗？ 我心想：三十岁这一天和其他的日子没有什么不同，过了之后，我还是一样的疑惑。 但是我一件事情我很清楚：我并不想回到二十岁出头的时候。 为什么呢？这期播客里我来聊一聊。 Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles) Additional learning materials Newsletter Contact: qiuyue@realchinesetalk.nl

    16 min
  4. #15 Everyone loves Dali 人人都爱大理

    SEP 28

    #15 Everyone loves Dali 人人都爱大理

    In the hearts of Chinese people, Dali has long been a place blessed with both stunning natural beauty and a rich tapestry of history and culture. But in recent years, Dali has acquired an intriguing new label: a "digital nomad destination." How could you not be curious about such a fascinating place? In this podcast episode, let's explore the wonders of Dali together! 在以往中国人的心中，大理是一个同时拥有美丽的自然景色和丰富的历史文化的地方。 而在最近这几年，大理又新增了一个标签，那就是“数字游民目的地”。 这样一个有趣的地方，你怎么能够不知道呢？ 这期播客，我带你一起聊聊大理！ Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles) Additional learning materials Newsletter Contact: qiuyue@realchinesetalk.nl

    20 min
  5. #14 Why Sun Wukong? 为什么是孙悟空？

    SEP 14

    #14 Why Sun Wukong? 为什么是孙悟空？

    Dragon Ball, Black Myth, Saiyuki... Why is a fictional character created five hundred years ago still appearing in various works and becoming more and more popular today? Why Sun Wukong? What is his charm? Why does everyone want to "become" Sun Wukong? In this podcast, let’s talk about Monkey King again! 龙珠、黑神话、最游记……五百年前创造的一个虚构人物，为什么直到今天还不断出现在各种作品里，并且越来越受欢迎？ 为什么是孙悟空？他有什么魅力？为什么大家都想“成为”孙悟空？ 这期播客里，我们再来一起聊一聊孙悟空！ Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles) Additional learning materials Newsletter Contact: qiuyue@realchinesetalk.nl

    20 min
  6. #13 Why is "Black Myth: Wukong" so popular? 为什么《黑神话：悟空》这么火？

    AUG 31

    #13 Why is "Black Myth: Wukong" so popular? 为什么《黑神话：悟空》这么火？

    Have you noticed the popular Chinese game "Black Myth: Wukong" recently? This is actually a good opportunity to learn about Chinese culture and take you to a glimpse of the Chinese mythology world! In this podcast, let’s talk about this game. 你注意到最近很火的一个中国游戏《黑神话：悟空》了吗？ 这其实是一个很好的了解中国文化的机会，带你一窥中国的神话世界！ 这一期播客，我们来聊聊这个游戏。 Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles) Additional learning materials Newsletter Contact: qiuyue@realchinesetalk.nl

    20 min
  7. #12 Let’s talk about Chengdu 聊聊成都

    AUG 18

    #12 Let’s talk about Chengdu 聊聊成都

    Which Chinese cities have you heard of? Beijing? Shanghai? Guangzhou? In this podcast, let’s talk about the next Chinese city you should know - Chengdu! 你听说过中国的哪些城市？北京？上海？广州？ 这期播客，我们聊一聊下一个你应该知道的中国城市——成都！ Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles) Additional learning materials Newsletter Contact: qiuyue@realchinesetalk.nl

    19 min
  8. #11 The story of Laoganma and the woman behind it 老干妈的故事

    AUG 3

    #11 The story of Laoganma and the woman behind it 老干妈的故事

    Demystify Laoganma and the woman behind it. 揭秘老干妈和老干妈背后的那个女人的故事。 Podcast Video (with bilingual subtitles): https://youtu.be/tlPMOe0Tazo Additional learning materials: https://www.patreon.com/RealChineseTalk Newsletter: https://www.realchinesetalk.nl/ Contact: qiuyue@realchinesetalk.nl

    16 min
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Welcome to Real Chinese Talk, a Chinese-only podcast crafted specifically for intermediate learners! Immerse yourself in comprehensible input as you dive into engaging and thought-provoking topics beyond the typical language lessons. Join us to explore the fascinating world of contemporary Chinese culture, history, and everyday life, all in Mandarin! More about the podcast: www.realchinesetalk.nl, YouTube channel @RealChineseTalk, or www.linktr.ee/realchinesetalk

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