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StoryLearning Podcast

Got a burning language learning question? I’m Olly Richards and I"ve learned 8 languages through stories. Every Wednesday, I answer your questions and chat to world-class language experts. Whether you"re learning Spanish, German, Japanese, or something else, tune in for insider tips and practical strategies to get fluent fast. Each week you get: - Answers to your biggest language learning challenges - Story-based techniques to accelerate your progress - Tried and tested tips from my 25+ years of

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322: Don't Learn It Just Because It's In Your...

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/07/05

Click here to see the Full Blog Post Click here to see the full YouTube video Welcome to the my new series "The Rules Of Language Learning". In these videos, you'll learn my best tips and ideas for learning foreign languages... from the "obvious" to the "downright controversial"! Do you agree or disagree with my conclusions? Listen to the episode, then leave me a comment below and let me know! Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and

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321: Social Activism - A case study in language learning

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/07/02

In this episode, Olly speaks with Simon Robinson about his social activism projects and their impact on his language learning. In Today's Episode: Simon Robinson is an English language teacher living in Okinawa, Japan. He's been involved in multiple social-change projects over the year and has witnessed how being part of a movement has had a huge impact on his Japanese. In this episode, we explore his various projects, how they've helped him with his languages, and also suggest ways for you to do

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320: Move Heaven & Earth to Find Compelling Input |...

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/06/28

Click here to see the Full Blog Post Click here to see the full YouTube video Welcome to the my new series "The Rules Of Language Learning". In these videos, you'll learn my best tips and ideas for learning foreign languages... from the "obvious" to the "downright controversial"! Do you agree or disagree with my conclusions? Listen to the episode, then leave me a comment below and let me know! Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and

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00:17:18

319: Is it useful to learn songs?

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/06/25

Hilina asks. "Is it useful to learn songs?" In Today's Episode: The links between musical ability and language ability are sketchy at best... However, most of know intuitively that there is a link I think the most obvious connection is with pronunciation Learning songs is a great way to add variety in your language routine, and to learn vocabulary and phraseology Music is also a wonderful way to focus on pronunciation in your target language Today's Resources: Interview with Stephen Krashen -

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00:08:38

318: Always Listen With The Transcript | TROLL007

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/06/21

Click here to see the Full Blog Post Click here to see the full YouTube video Welcome to the my new series "The Rules Of Language Learning". In these videos, you'll learn my best tips and ideas for learning foreign languages... from the "obvious" to the "downright controversial"! Do you agree or disagree with my conclusions? Listen to the episode, then leave me a comment below and let me know! Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and

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00:14:50

317: Why do I have random bad language days?

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/06/19

Maya asks. "Why do I have random bad days in my language learning?" In Today's Episode: It's totally normal to have "slow days" in your language learning, or days when your brain doesn't seem to fire up at all The learning process involves lots of ups and downs - it's how you learn! I like to think of the bad days as the time when you're really learning and improving! Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today,

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00:10:16

316: Do Something With Your Languages Every Day |...

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/06/16

Click here to see the Full Blog Post Click here to see the full YouTube video Welcome to the my new series "The Rules Of Language Learning". In these videos, you'll learn my best tips and ideas for learning foreign languages... from the "obvious" to the "downright controversial"! Do you agree or disagree with my conclusions? Listen to the episode, then leave me a comment below and let me know! Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and

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315: How to pass the IELTS exam with Ben Worthington

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/06/12

In this episode, Olly speaks to Ben Worthington of the IELTSpodcast, about how to pass the IELTS exam. In Today's Episode: How did Ben get into teaching IELTS? What is IELTS? Who takes it? Why do students need it? What are the most common errors students make regarding IELTS? How do they solve them? What are the most common challenges regarding IELTS preparation? (Speaking, reading, writing, listening) What are the best ways to self-study IELTS writing and speaking? What's the best IELTS

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314: Review, Review, Review | TROLL 005

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/06/07

Click here to see the Full Blog Post Click here to see the full YouTube video Welcome to the my new series "The Rules Of Language Learning". In these videos, you'll learn my best tips and ideas for learning foreign languages... from the "obvious" to the "downright controversial"! Do you agree or disagree with my conclusions? Listen to the episode, then leave me a comment below and let me know! Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and

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313: Can I learn Italian in 4 weeks?

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/06/05

Jorg asks: "Can I learn Italian in 4 weeks?" In Today's Episode: Yes, you can! But you approach will change depending on your goals If you're just looking to speak and have conversations on your trip, then I'd recommend speaking every day leading up to your trip for 2-3 hour However, to set up a better long-term foundation, I would do exactly what I did on my Italian Project last year - i.e. lots of input! Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free

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00:11:29

Special Episode - French Uncovered is out now!

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/06/03

To find out more about French Uncovered and claim your special launch bonuses, click here: FrenchUncovered.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/iwillteachyoualanguage/message

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312: Don't Learn Grammar Before You Really Need It |...

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/05/24

Click here to see the Full Blog Post Click here to see the full YouTube video Welcome to the my new series "The Rules Of Language Learning". In these videos, you'll learn my best tips and ideas for learning foreign languages... from the "obvious" to the "downright controversial"! Do you agree or disagree with my conclusions? Listen to the episode, then leave me a comment below and let me know! Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and

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00:12:22

311: Will I remember my childhood language?

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/05/22

Adriana asks: "Do I have an advantage in language learning from my Italian as a child?" In Today's Episode: Yes! Your brain formed in Italian, so there's no way the language isn't still in there somewhere! It's difficult to say what your advantage will be Your biggest opportunity is to reconnect with things from your childhood, as that will help to form mental connections and also be a source of motivation Resources Mentioned: Olly's Italian Project - Here's the "mission control" of my project

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00:10:19

310: Study At Your Desk With The Door Closed | TROLL 003

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/05/17

Click here to see the Full Blog Post Click here to see the full YouTube video Welcome to the my new series "The Rules Of Language Learning". In these videos, you'll learn my best tips and ideas for learning foreign languages... from the "obvious" to the "downright controversial"! Do you agree or disagree with my conclusions? Listen to the episode, then leave me a comment below and let me know! Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and

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00:20:29

309: Any tips for learning sign language?

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/05/15

Alex asks: "Do you have any tips for learning sign language?" In Today's Episode: Some principles from spoken languages should transfer to sign language: Study more frequently Practise using the language on a regular basis Resources Mentioned: Breakthrough BSL - My introduction to British Sign Language course Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, visit: https://iwillteachyoualanguage.com//italkishownotes Do

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00:10:42

308: Look For Big Dominos, Not New Gimmicks | TROLL 002

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/05/10

Click here to see the Full Blog Post Click here to see the full YouTube video Welcome to the my new series "The Rules Of Language Learning". In these videos, you'll learn my best tips and ideas for learning foreign languages... from the "obvious" to the "downright controversial"! Do you agree or disagree with my conclusions? Listen to the episode, then leave me a comment below and let me know! Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and

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00:26:14

307: What do you think of cultural appropriation in...

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/05/08

William asks: "What do you think of cultural appropriation in language learning?" In Today's Episode: Olly speaks his mind about cultural appropriation Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, visit: https://iwillteachyoualanguage.com//italkishownotes Do You Have A Question? Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I’ll do my best to feature it on the show! Also, please subscribe to the show on

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00:09:32

306: Don't Take Language Learning Advice From Native...

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/05/03

Full Blog Post: https://www.iwillteachyoualanguage.com/blog/language-advice-native-speakers Click here to see the full YouTube video Welcome to the first video in my series "The Rules Of Language Learning". In this video, I'll tell you why it's probably NOT a good idea to take language learning advice from native speakers. Don't agree? Leave me a comment and let me know why! Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today,

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00:21:57

305: The "Overwhelming Ocean" of Language Learning

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/05/01

Kristin asks: "How do you overcome the overwhelming ocean of language learning?" In Today's Episode: How I most relate to this: Cantonese 3 months isn't a long time... so be patient! Recognise that this is a psychological / motivation issue... not a language learning "problem" Over time, you get to know how you work and how you learn, and that's what gives you confidence But staying motivated is the only thing that matters, because without that you're lost Some tips for doing this: Do a "complete

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00:13:35

304: How to maintain language partners

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2019/04/25

Silvia asks: "What's the best way to meet and maintain language partners?" In Today's Episode: Be specific about what you're looking for from a partner Spend longer getting to know a prospective partner before investing too much time Don't worry if it doesn't work out...it's normal! Resources Mentioned: The Worst Language Exchange Ever - ... that's all! Tandem - A cool language exchange app HelloTalk- my review of the HelloTalk app Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting

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