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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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233: The dubious benefits of immersion

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/12/19

In this solo episode, Olly discusses whether immersion is all it's cracked up to be. Episode Summary: Immersion is always held up as the "holy grail" of language learning Definition: Spending all day every day in a native-level environment It's not all it's cracked up to be Survival bias is at play: Katzumoto: 10,000 hours of Japanese Gabriel Wyner: 8 weeks in Middlebury Your friend who went to China and was fluent in 3 months Immersion only works if you are able to go full-on enough, for long

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00:18:48

232: Why you shouldn't listen to "slow audio"

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/12/16

In this solo episode, Olly discusses whether listening to "slow audio" is useful. Episode Summary: News in Slow Spanish-type sites are becoming increasing popular With Yabla you can slow down the audio But are these helpful, or dangerous? There are only two reasons you won't understand something spoken: 1) You don't know the words/grammar 2) You can't understand fast speech If you slow down what you're listening to, you're not helping your listening, because it's not natural, and lacks the

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00:12:33

231: Should I be concerned about my accent?

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/12/12

Raffy asks: "Should I be concerned about my accent?" Episode Summary: Accents are a highly personal topic I inhabit a world in London where virtually everyone I meet has an accent Your accent is like your personality, and something you should be fiercely proud of Resources Mentioned in Today's Episode: How to Develop an Awesome Accent - An article about accents I wrote on Luca's blog Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start

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00:21:50

230: My strategy for learning a language from scratch

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/12/08

Mark asks: "How should I start learning Mongolian from scratch?" Episode Summary: Get a strong foundation in the basics first Work your way through a textbook Listen to the audio Don't get distracted by other tools Resources Mentioned in Today's Episode: Blue Snowball - A great entry-level microphone that I used for episodes 75-229 Shure MV5 - My new mic (what you can hear on the episode today French Foundations - my new book that teaches you the basics of French in two weeks Today's Quote: I

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00:14:53

229: Does alcohol make you more fluent in a foreign...

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/12/01

Dave and Anja ask: "Does alcohol help you become more fluent?" Episode Summary: You often drink alcohol in social situations Social situations are best possible environment for improving your speaking Shyness and social anxiety often prevent people practising their language To the extent that alcohol helps you feel more at ease, it may well be beneficial! Resources Mentioned in Today's Episode: It's True: Alcohol Helps You Speak A Foreign Language Better Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank

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00:16:49

228: In what ways do polyglots become better language...

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/11/29

Tom asks: "How does learning multiple languages make you a better language learner? Episode Summary: I discuss three ways in which you improve as a language learner through learning multiple languages: Cognitively Behaviourally Methodologically Resources Mentioned in Today's Episode: Episode 106 - How useful is laddering? Olly's books of Short Stories in different languages Conversations Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start

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00:22:30

227: Personal reflections on Conversations

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/11/25

In this episode, I give some thoughts about the reaction to Conversations. Episode Summary: Reaction from you guys to Conversations How this reaction has impacted my plans Will we do an English version? How about volume 2? Today's Quote: “What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals." —Zig Ziglar 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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00:33:26

226: Introducing Conversations

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/11/17

In this episode, I introduce my new Conversations product, in a conversation with IWTYAL team-member James. Episode Summary: In this episode you'll learn: What is Conversations? The planning, preparation and work that went into the creation of the product Feedback we made to the language content after input from testers Conversations is now available in six languages! For more information click the logo below, or click here. Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show

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00:22:19

225: Listening Skills 3 - Real Conversations Are...

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/11/14

This is part 3 of a new series about improving your listening skills! Episode Summary: In this episode you'll learn: The difficult of jumping from "textbook" language to "real" language Why bridging the gap between the two is vital to your success What kind of material is most helpful https://vimeo.com/241009994 Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, visit: http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/italkishownotes Do you

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00:20:18

224: Listening Skills 2: I Can't Tell Words Apart!

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/11/12

This is part 2 of a new series about improving your listening skills! Episode Summary: In this episode you'll learn: Why 5 words can all appear as 1 in speech What to do about "jumbles of words" What is Connected Speech and why does it matter? The ONE activity you need to do to improve your ability to tell words apart https://vimeo.com/241011937 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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00:23:42

223: Listening Skills 1 - People talk too fast!

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/11/09

This is part 1 of a new series about improving your listening skills! Episode Summary: In this episode you'll learn: Why speed is NOT the reason you struggle with listening The “invisible shield” that keeps you stuck at your current level The ONE simple change to your study routine that will help you understand native speakers better https://vimeo.com/241009289 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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00:12:18

222: How can I integrate grammar & writing into my...

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/11/07

Nicolás asks: "How can I integrate grammar and writing skills into my routine?" Episode Summary: Its common for speaking to outpace other skills Many people find that writing is rarely necessary in another language, especially if you're learning for fun If a skill isn't necessary, will you be motivated enough to improve it? The way to become a good writer is to be a good reader Read widely on topics of interest - you grammar and writing will improve naturally What elements of your daily life can

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00:17:29

221: How can I help my child learn a language?

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/11/03

Holly asks: How can I best help my child with language learning? Episode Summary: Language learning for children is a very different process than for adults The big advantage children have is time Formal lessons don't work particularly well for children until they reach 10ys+ You can't make them learn against their will, so it's essential to find something fun Books and people are the best resources OPOL Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Pampers to Polyglot: Tetsu Yung at the Montreal Language

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00:42:58

220: Interview with Stephen Krashen

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/10/26

In this episode, I speak with Stephen Krashen about language learning and the polyglot community. For the full show notes, please click here. Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, visit: http://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 iTunes to

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00:18:40

219: How to help students with fossilisation

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/10/23

Matthias asks: "How can I help my students deal with fossilisation?" Episode Summary: Fossilisation is when a mistake becomes deeply embedded in a learner's language after years of "doing it wrong" It can occur in grammar, pronunciation, incorrect word choice (e.g. "it's mean", "why you have...?") In my teaching experience, fixing fossilisation is tricky because it amounts to reprogramming someone who usually doesn't want to change Fixing fossilisation has to begin with awareness If a student has

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00:16:22

218: Is it time to change your study method?

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/10/12

In this solo episode, I discuss how changing your study method can have a dramatic effect. Episode Summary: My friend Jeremy and his struggles with Spanish How easy it is to get into a rut with your studying The benefits of trying new approaches to studying I challenge you to learn languages in a completely different way for a few weeks! 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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00:16:23

217: Listening comprehension in a bilingual country

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/10/09

In this episode, Episode Summary: Living in bilingual areas Relationships with heritage languages How to take your listening and speaking skills from 80% to 100% Resources Mentioned In Today's Episode: Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, visit: http://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

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00:49:12

216: Alex Rawlings on How To Speak Any Language Fluently

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/09/25

In this episode, I speak with Alex Rawlings about his new book: How To Speak Any Language Fluently. Episode Summary: Alex's upbringing with languages Did he learn languages quickly because he was a kid? How an 11-language test was administered to Alex in 2012 The process of writing a book Advice to bloggers wanting to write a book Working at Memrise.com Is it really possible to improve the way people learn languages? Alex's favourite advice from the book Resources Mentioned In Today's Episode:

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00:21:50

215: What's the deal with "triangulating" languages?

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/09/21

Neil asks: "Should I use triangulation to learn French?" Episode Summary: On today's podcast: Episode 014: Can you use one language to learn another? Episode 106: How useful is laddering? "Triangulation" - also know as laddering or bridging The big questions: My Spanish is B2 level. Is now the right time to learn French? Yes, I'd say so Will I lose Spanish once I go back to French? This is a valid concern However, it will never be "lost" There will likely be a period of needing to

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00:20:49

214: Should I create monolingual flashcards?

StoryLearning Podcast ·

2017/09/19

Max asks: "What are the benefits of monolingual flashcards?" Episode Summary: Today's podcast: Monolingual flashcards at the beginner / intermediate level Challenge the assumption that you should create monolingual flashcards - how else can you be using the time? Do not use monolingual flashcards to learn the meaning of vocabulary: Definitions Example sentences Instead, use flashcards to practise your output - i.e. choosing the appropriate word and recalling it quickly Big danger: You quickly

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