Episodes
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In this video, I’m sharing 10 tips to help you make the most of your time when learning a language.
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I discovered my passion for French as a university student, and since then, I’ve learned not only French but also Spanish, Italian, Romanian, and Portuguese. In this video, I share my approach to learning Romance languages.
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I've talked about the benefits of reading many times before—today, I’m sharing how to turn it into a lasting habit.
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Struggling to speak fluently in a foreign language? In this video I share 7 practical tips that will help you communicate better without stressing over grammar or pronunciation.
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Throughout my language-learning journey, I've had many good tutors. In this video, I’ll highlight the 6 key qualities that make a tutor truly exceptional.
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In this video, I discuss the pros and cons of learning many languages, from cultural connections to language interference.
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In this video, I discuss the 80/20 rule and how it applies to language learning. I'll explain why I don’t worry about high-frequency words and how balancing big-picture input with focused study has been helping me make progress in Turkish.
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In today's video, I talk about how I'm using ChatGPT to learn languages with a focus on comprehensible input.
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The entrepreneur’s guide to learning languages by Steve Kaufmann
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Have you heard of extensive reading? If not, in today's video you'll learn what it is and how I use this strategy to acquire vocabulary and grammar!
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In today's video, I discuss the role of surprise in language learning: how our progress often follows an unpredictable path, why unexpected moments help our brains absorb new information, and much more.
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In today's video, I discuss how many languages I really know and what it truly means to know a language.
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Discover the benefits of language chunks in today's video. Learn what they are, how to use them, and what teachers often get wrong about chunking!
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Today's video is all about learning a language as an immigrant! Learn why your language skills are crucial, how to break the language barrier, and why traditional classes are not the answer.
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Can listening to books be as effective as reading them for learning? In this video, I'll explain why you don't have to choose just one.
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Is vocabulary more important than grammar? In this video, I'll explain why I believe it is and share insights on how focusing on vocabulary can boost your progress.
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In my last video, I shared my goal of learning 20,000 words before my trip to Turkey in September. Today, I'm going to show you exactly how I'm making that happen!
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I reflect on my language-learning journey and discuss the importance of various types of connections: linguistic, emotional, neural, and more.
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In this video, I discuss the differences between comprehensible input and the output hypothesis and explain why speaking a foreign language isn't always the same as engaging in meaningful communication.
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