I’m Xiaodong, an entrepreneur and father of two daughters from Wuhan, China. I’m opening a new chapter for this podcast: sharing what I’m learning about everyday life, personal growth, food, exercise, languages, and running a business.
I started a translation company in 2014 and co-founded SkyFire Laser with a friend in 2023. Here, I’ll reflect on work, changing direction, and learning to live with more intention.
New solo episodes will be mainly in English. This show began as We Speak Each Other’s Language, with Xiaodong and Sitian learning Spanish and Chinese together. Those five episodes will remain here, and our language exchanges will continue as part of the same show.
Personal stories, conversations, and questions I’m still exploring—one episode at a time.
我是晓东，来自武汉，是一名创业者，也是两个女儿的爸爸。接下来，我会主要用英文聊生活、个人成长、饮食运动、语言学习和创业管理。我与思天的中西语言互学内容、过去的五期节目，都会保留在这里。边经历，边思考，也练习把自己的想法说清楚。
Episode 5: Learning Chinese in a Traditional Chinese Tea House
The conversation covers the challenges of language learning and the daily routine and activities of the speaker. It begins with an introduction and language learning discussion, followed by a detailed exploration of the speaker's daily routine and activities.
Takeaways
Language learning challenges
Daily routine and activities
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Language Learning
5 Jan 2026
Episode 4: Learning Spanish the Hard Way: Understanding “Acabo De”
The conversation covers topics related to studying Spanish, language learning challenges, understanding Spanish words, and the usage of 'Acabo De'. The speakers discuss their experiences with studying Spanish, the challenges of learning a new language, the meanings and usage of Spanish words, and the significance of the phrase 'Acabo De' in Spanish.
Takeaways
Studying a new language can be challenging but rewarding.
Understanding the usage of 'Acabo De' in Spanish is important for expressing recent actions.
Chapters
00:00 Studying Spanish
06:01 Understanding Spanish Words
1 Jan 2026
Episode 3: Living in China: How Mobile Phones and Apps Shape Daily Life
In this episode, we talk about something you can’t avoid when living in China:
your mobile phone.
Before the interview, I share why smartphones play a very different role in China compared to many other countries.
Then, Sitian shares his real experience as a foreigner living in China — how mobile apps affect daily life, transportation, payments, navigation, and even social interactions.
This is not a tutorial.
It’s a real conversation about adaptation, small confusions, funny moments, and practical realities.
As part of We Speak Each Other’s Language, this episode focuses on culture — how everyday tools shape the way people live, move, and connect in China.
🎧 Watch before you come to China — or if you’re already here, you’ll probably relate.
5 Dec 2025
Episode 2: Xiaodong Teaches Sitian Chinese | First Sentences, First Mistakes
In Episode 2 of We Speak Each Other’s Language, Sitian learns and speaks his first real Chinese sentences.
No textbook. No memorized scripts.
Just real speech, real confusion, real laughter — and real progress.
2 Dec 2025
Episode 1: Why We Create This Channel-we speak each other's language
In this episode of 'We Speak Each Other's Language', hosts Xiao Dong and Sitiang explore their experiences and motivations for learning each other's languages, Chinese and Spanish. They discuss the challenges of language learning, cultural insights from their respective countries, and the importance of practical conversation practice. The conversation also highlights the beauty of Wuhan and its attractions, emphasizing the joy of learning together and the value of cultural exchange.
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