x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Language & Travel Hacking

Fluent in 3 Months

International best-selling author and nomadic polyglot Benny Lewis shares his real experiences and advice while on-the-road about travel and language learning. Learn more at: https://www.fluentin3months.com/podcast/

education language learning

All Episodes

49:19

#88 Cara Leopold on Fast-Talking Native Speakers

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2022/02/28

Listening expert, Cara Leopold, talks with Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy about how she helps people improve their ability to understand fast-talking native speakers.For the majority of people, listening is the first language skill we develop - it actually starts before we’re born! Cara explains how visual context, transcripts, and relevant content are all crucial for effective listening development. She also talks about how English changes when it’s spoken quickly, and gives advice for

en-us

55:31

#87 John Fotheringham on “Anywhere Immersion”

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2022/02/21

Language Mastery creator and author, John Fotheringham, joins Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy to discuss “anywhere immersion”, learning difficult languages, and finding the fun in language learning.John has a wealth of experience learning Japanese and Mandarin, which he shares with us in this episode. If you’re interested in learning either of these, or any other “difficult” language, this is the episode for you.Featured ResourcesMaster JapaneseMaster ChineseMentioned in this EpisodeMaster

en-us

11:54

Ask Benny: How Can I Find Content in a Less Common...

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2022/02/16

In this week's "Ask Benny" episode, Benny addresses the problem of finding content in a less commonly spoken (or learned) language, and shares how he "trains" online algorithms to find the content he wants. He also reveals his method for finding good radio stations in your target language, and who he likes to ask for recommendations.Benny put together this episode based on his recent experience seeking out engaging content in Catalan, Irish, and American Sign Language (ASL). To ask Benny a

en-us

31:57

#86 Andrew Hamerlinck on What Sports Coaches Can...

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2022/02/14

Soccer coach and fitness trainer, Andrew Hamerlinck, speaks with Benny and Shannon about learning German and Spanish to chat with his fellow soccer players in their native languages.This episode features Andrew, who made significant progress with his German and Spanish speaking abilities in just 90 days with the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge.We guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of

en-us

48:29

#85 Alicya on Wine Tasting to Learn French

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2022/02/07

Writer and long-term expat, Alicya, speaks with Benny and Elizabeth about learning French through the lens of another passion - wine tasting.This episode features Alicya, who made significant progress with her French speaking ability in just 90 days with the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge.We actually guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Featured

en-us

9:21

Ask Benny: New "Language Hacking Mandarin" Book Release

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2022/02/02

This week Benny talks about his experience with Mandarin, and why it doesn't deserve its reputation of being a difficult language for native English speakers to learn. He explains that if you focus on speaking, and leave the Chinese characters to one side, there are actually a lot of things that make Mandarin less complicated than many other languages.Benny discusses learning and teaching Mandarin with Northwestern University professor, Dr. LiCheng Gu in more detail in episode 85. Benny,

en-us

44:18

#84 Dr. Gu on Co-Writing ‘Language Hacking Mandarin’

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2022/02/01

Northwestern University Professor and author, Dr. LiCheng Gu, has a conversation with Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy about co-authoring Language Hacking Mandarin, how language education has changed over the last 30 years, and why Chinese is easier than you think.Language Hacking Mandarin is available now. You can order it from your preferred retailer, online or in stores.Featured ResourcesLanguage Hacking MandarinMentioned in this EpisodeLanguage Hacking MandarinChinese for Heritage

en-us

45:26

#83 Hugo Cotton on Learning Through Topics that Matter

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2022/01/24

Inner French podcast creator and host, Hugo Cotton, chats with Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy about using languages as tools to learn about other things, choosing compelling language content, and how to use what you’re hearing in another language in conversations.Hugo knows how to both choose and create compelling comprehensible input for language learners. He uses this strength to host the popular language podcast, Inner French.Featured ResourcesInner FrenchMentioned in this EpisodeInner

en-us

9:40

Ask Benny: How Can I Incorporate the 4 Pillars of...

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2022/01/19

This week, Benny looks at the four pillars of language - reading, writing, speaking, and listening - and talks about his approach to each of them. He also shares his favourite online resources for working on each skill. For beginner learners who want to speak a new language, Benny's advice is to focus almost all your efforts on speaking and listening. If speaking is your goal, it should be your main focus.Using graded materials such as podcasts is a great way to practise listening, and

en-us

28:02

#82 Liz of “Talk the Streets” on How to Get Started...

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2022/01/17

Liz from Talk the Streets chats with Benny Lewis about her passion for speaking Portuguese, living in Portugal, and helping others learn the language so that they can enrich their experiences in the country.Liz made it her mission to introduce more people to the Portuguese language and culture, after being shocked to find her university textbooks in the “Miscellaneous Languages” section of the library. She tells Benny about her experience moving to live permanently in Lisbon, and how she’s

en-us

37:02

#81 Carine Lemaire on Fearless Language Practice

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2022/01/10

Language coach and French teacher, Carine Lemaire, shares about her experience growing up trilingual, being a language learner with ADHD, watching 300 hours of TV, and the pitfalls of language apps.Carine’s approach to teaching is very student-led, and she has a great understanding of how important it is to learn in a way that suits you and your personality. She talks about how her ADHD impacts her study routine, and ways to manage “type A” students’ expectations.Featured

en-us

9:57

Ask Benny: Benny's 2022 Language Learning Plans

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2022/01/03

After several years living in the USA, Benny is finally returning to a life of full-time travel. This means he'll have a lot more opportunities to use his languages and build new language skills. In terms of language learning, the plan is to spend the first half of the year working hard to push his main languages to their best. As for the second half of the year... that's a story still to unfold.To access our New Year deals visit languagehacking.com/deals.To ask Benny a question, please

en-us

7:15

Ask Benny: How to Get Started with a New Language in...

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2022/01/01

Benny loves helping people start their language learning journey. Whether it's your first new language or your tenth, it's important to consider how you start, so you can build confidence quickly. In this episode Benny talks about how to get set up with spoken lessons and how to find course recommendations. And of course, having friends who support you is key - whether you join the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge, or build your own community, it's the most important way to ensure continued

en-us

9:41

Ask Benny: How to Make New Year's Resolutions that...

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2021/12/31

Benny looks towards the New Year and shares ways you can make your New Year's Resolutions more effective. More often than not, vague goals fizzle out over time, but you'll have much more success if you're SMART in setting your resolutions. To access our New Year deals visit languagehacking.com/deals.To ask Benny a question, please email ask@languagehacking.comJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.

en-us

33:31

#80 Yawhann’s 90 Day Language Challenge

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2021/12/27

This episode features Yawhann, who learned conversational Cantonese and Mandarin in just 90 days with the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge.We actually guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Featured ResourcesFluent in 3 Months ChallengeMentioned in this EpisodeFluent in 3 Months ChallengeRamit SethiEpisode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the

en-us

13:48

Ask Benny: Mental Health and Language Learning

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2021/12/22

Benny is getting stuck back into some language projects, which have recently included Irish, Spanish, Chinese, and Catalan. As he's doing this, he's taken the opportunity to reflect on how difficult life events and mental health challenges have impacted his language learning. It has been challenging, with some very hard times leading to Benny making his mental health recovery a priority. To ask Benny a question, please email ask@languagehacking.comJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast

en-us

43:27

#79 Lina Vasquez on Holistic Language Coaching

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2021/12/20

Holistic language coach, Lina Vasquez, talks to Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy about growing up multilingual, holistic language learning, and how personal development impacts how you learn languages.Lina really understands herself as a learner, and knows how to play to her strengths. She uses her knowledge of psychotherapy and positive psychology to help people understand themselves better, so they can approach learning in a way that will be both effective and enjoyable.Featured

en-us

8:32

Ask Benny: Reactivating My Catalan After 15 Years

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2021/12/15

This week Benny gives an update about his own language learning progress and shares his method for jump-starting a dormant language. In 2006 Benny spent the summer intensively learning Catalan, but hasn't maintained it since. After 15 years of letting this language lie dormant, it's time to get it back ahead of his upcoming trip to Mallorca. To ask Benny a question, please email ask@languagehacking.comJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content

en-us

38:58

#78 Christmas Special: Top Gifts for Language Learners

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2021/12/13

Benny, Elizabeth, and team members from Fluent in 3 Months share their favourite gifts for language learners. Use this to get ideas for your festive shopping this year, or pass this wishlist on to your friends, family, and Santa Claus!Whether you’re thinking about what to buy or what you’d like to receive, this episode is packed with ideas that will help make this a perfect polyglot Christmas. We’ve got suggestions for all budgets, all language levels, and all ages, so you’re bound to find

en-us

40:29

#77 Gabriel Silva on Learning Two Languages at the...

Language & Travel Hacking ·

2021/12/06

Polyglot and language coach, Gabriel Silva, talks with Benny Lewis and Elizabeth Bruckner about his method for learning two languages at the same time, and the joy of random interactions in your target language.Gabriel is very active on YouTube and Instagram, and his popular #1SentenceChallenge inspires learners around the world to share videos of their progress. Gabriel helps his students to manage their expectations when it comes to learning, and is very transparent about how long it has

en-us

274 results

Similar Podcasts

Science Talk

Albert Einstein College of Medicine

五分钟心理学

柠檬心理

Daily Facts

Amalia Dupray and Montgomery Jones.

Les dents et dodo

BFMTV

Veterinary Clinical Podcasts

The Royal Veterinary College