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Dutch Speaking Academy - Speak Dutch with Confidence

Mariska van der Meij

Stop hesitating. Start speaking Dutch with confidence. Hoi, ik ben Mariska. I’ve been teaching Dutch since 2013, helping internationals overcome their fear of speaking Dutch. Many of you live in the Netherlands for years but still rely on English. I help you break that habit and feel at home here. In this podcast, I share practical tips to speak Dutch in your daily life, and mindset shifts to help you start speaking Dutch—without stress or endless studying. Ready to stop hesitating? Start

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#125 | Dutch for Work (must-know woorden en zinnen...

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2025/12/12

This one is 'Uit de oude doos'! I found this audio in my files and, even though it's an old one, the content is still very relevant for when your working in a Dutch environment. You ready? Klaar voor?This is the vocab you'l learn: Veel te doen?Zet 'm op. Werk ze!Aan de slag!Bakkie (doen)? Ga je mee lunchen?De lunchwandelingHet overleg (kort)De afspraak (algemeen - general)De vergadering (met collega', of op een club) Liked this podcast? Please leave a review, or send me a comment :) Are you on my

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00:03:04

#124 | From survival to speaking Dutch with...

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2025/12/03

Let' make 2026 the year you start speaking Dutch. And that starts here: https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/dutch-challenge/Zie je in januari!Groetjes, MariskaEmail list: https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/nieuwsbrief/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/dutchspeakingacademy/

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00:09:47

BONUS audio | Dutch Speaking Mastery

Dutch Speaking Academy - Speak Dutch with Confidence ·

2025/12/02

https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/mastery/

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00:10:56

#123 | Teaching the Dutch... to help YOU speak more...

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2025/11/26

In this episode, I share something that even surprised me: my Switch to Dutch method doesn’t only work for internationals… it works for Dutch people too!Last week, I gave my first workshop for a group of Dutch language enthusiasts. I did an excercise with them that confirmed everything you experience when you try to speak Dutch: tension, panic, searching for words, a body that shuts down.In this podcast, you’ll hear:why your body freezes when you try to speak Dutchwhat Dutch people feel too when

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00:08:38

#122 | "I feel dumber in Dutch.” - If that hits home,...

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2025/11/18

“I feel dumber in Dutch.” - If that hits home, this episode is for you.So many of my clients feel like a different person when they speak Dutch. Less witty. Less confident. Less themselves.But:It’s not your fault. You’re not bad at languages. And you're definitely not less smart.But you are stuck between two versions of yourself - and that “gap” can be incredibly frustrating.In this episode, I’ll show you:✔️ Why high-achievers struggle more with learning Dutch✔️ How to stop trying to be your

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00:19:14

#121 | Verkiezingen, stemmen en polderen: hoe werkt...

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2025/10/21

In deze aflevering vertel ik je in makkelijke taal de basis van de Nederlandse politiek. -Hoe werkt het eigenlijk? - Wat is een meerderheid in de Tweede Kamer? -Wie mag ik kiezen?- Wie wordt de nieuwe Minister-President? -Welke partijen zijn er?Ik vertel het je allemaal. Vond je deze podcast interessant? Laat dan een review achter alsjeblieft 🧡Meer weten over mijn programma's?Dutch Speaking Mastery Early bird: https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/mastery/E-maillijst:

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00:15:26

#120 | The truth about speaking Dutch - De waarheid...

Dutch Speaking Academy - Speak Dutch with Confidence ·

2025/09/30

You are ready to speak Dutch. You know enough. You studied enough. You need something else to break the English-speaking cycle. I'm teaching you all the tools needed to get out of English-town and to start speaking Dutch in every situation of your life. Dutch Speaking Mastery start op 8 oktober. Final spots available. DM me op Instagram if this is your spot. https://www.instagram.com/dutchspeakingacademy/

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00:12:44

#119 | All the Dutch that international parents need...

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2025/09/21

You understand Dutch… but when it’s your turn to speak, you freeze.On the playground, with the daycare or school teacher, arranging a playdate - you switch back to English. Again.What you really want?- To finally use Dutch with confidence.- The exact words parents need at school and at home.- Support from other moms who get it.That’s exactly what you’ll get inside Dutch for Parents.We start this Wednesday - don’t wait another school year to start speaking Dutch.Join now before doors close:

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00:39:39

#118 | Navigating a multilingual family and raising a...

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2025/09/19

In this episode we have a special guest: Mimi from 'Growing up Multilingual'. We discuss the importance of the target language for children, the social aspects of being multilingual, and how you as an international parent can support your child(ren) in their language development. Mimi shares her personal experiences and strategies for raising multilingual children, as well as the challenges and successes she has experienced. If you feel that this is the moment to actively participate in your

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00:11:58

#117 | What to do when the Dutch keep switching to...

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2025/09/18

Die ene vraag die ik ALTIJD krijg van mijn studenten. In deze aflevering vertel ik je wat je doet om de controle over de conversatie te nemen, en te houden (keep). Want to be in control of speaking Dutch?Join the Dutch Speaking Mastery program. We starten op 8 en 10 oktober. >>> https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/mastery/ Volg je me al op Instagram?https://www.instagram.com/dutchspeakingacademy/

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00:32:07

#116 | Twee experts, één missie: spreek Nederlands...

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2025/09/10

In deze aflevering praat ik met Max, een docent die net zo gepassioneerd is als ik om jou te helpen Nederlands te spreken. We delen onze eigen manieren van lesgeven: ik vertel over de Switch to Dutch methode, en Max legt de Natuurlijke Methode uit.We praten over waarom spreken altijd / veel centraal moet staan, hoe belangrijk het is om een veilige en ontspannen plek te hebben om te oefenen, en wat grammatica wél en vooral NIET kan doen voor je. Ook hoor je waarom een community en support van anderen

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00:07:07

#115 | Failed again at Dutch? Here’s the tool my...

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2025/09/09

Je begrijpt veel Nederlands. Je hebt de woorden geleerd. Maar zodra je ze wilt gebruiken (use), voelt je lichaam stress. Freeze. Fight or flight. En voor je het weet, switch je terug naar het Engels.In deze nieuwe aflevering van de Dutch Speaking Podcast vertel ik je wat de sleutel (key) is om eindelijk vrij Nederlands te spreken. Niet: meer en harder studeren, maar iets heel anders! Luister nu en ontdek hoe je de stress van het spreken doorbreekt.Dit is 1 van de vele tools die ik gebruik om mijn

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00:09:03

#114 | Why you're too smart to speak Dutch (and the...

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2025/09/03

Je bent te slim om Nederlands te spreken.Je schooldiploma, je studie, je masterdiploma, je PHD...Je weet hoe je kennis (knowledge) kan leren.Zo heb je ook Nederlands geleerd.Je begrijpt veel..Maar spreken...?Oofff dat is een ander verhaal.Waarom?Because you never learned the tools for SPEAKING a foreign language as an adult.It's not your fault.You're not dumb.And you're definitely not the only one.Ik heb die tools voor je, en ik ga je de eerste stappen leren tijdens de Switch to Dutch

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00:10:12

#113 | From freezing to speaking Dutch: krijg meer...

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2025/08/31

Ben jij al jaren in Nederland, maar praat je nog steeds heel veel Engels? Begrijp je Nederlands prima, maar bevries (freeze) je als je bij de bakker, met de juf of bij de koffieautomaat op je werk iets moet zeggen? In deze video leg ik uit (I explain) waarom dat zo is.En hoe je met meer zelfvertrouwen (confidence) Nederlands kunt spreken.You'll discover: Waarom wachten op het perfecte moment je blokkeert om te spreken.Dat je niet de enige (NOT the only one) bent die dit moeilijk vindt. Hoe je

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#112 | 5 ways to improve your Dutch this summer -...

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2025/07/23

In this episode (in Dutch with subtitles), I share 5 easy, real-life ways to improve your Dutch - even if you're abroad, tired, or 'je hebt geen zin'.🎧 Listen to this episode if you want to:- Improve your Dutch with minimal effort- Add Dutch to your everyday routines- Keep learning without study burnout- Use real-life tools like journaling, music, series & moreThese tips work even if:- You’re not in the Netherlands- You feel stuck at B1- You’ve already given up (a little)👇 Links

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00:15:50

#111 | Still not fluent in Dutch? This one thing...

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2025/07/10

“I thought I should be fluent by now…”Ever felt like you're behind in your Dutch journey? Like you should already be fluent - after 3, 5, maybe even 10+ years?In this episode, I share the story of one of my students who let go of that invisible deadline. And what happened next brought her freedom, joy, and confidence to finally speak Dutch with ease.If that "I should have been fluent by now" voice lives in your head too - kijk dan deze video.👉 Ready for your next step?Two powerful

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00:08:23

#110 | Wat MAKE-UP te maken heeft met Nederlands...

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2025/06/28

Je weet dat je Nederlands kúnt spreken. Maar je doet het niet.Misschien heb je een B1 certificaat, misschien heb je jarenlang cursussen gedaan.Maar in de winkel, op werk, bij schoolgesprekken... you keep speaking English.In deze aflevering vertel ik wat make-up, grammatica en spreken met zelfvertrouwen met elkaar te maken hebben. En waarom focussen op perfectie je alleen maar stopt.Ik vertel:– waarom grammatica nooit de focus is in mijn programma’s– wat mijn studenten écht tegenhoudt om te

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#109 | If queen Máxima can speak imperfect Dutch......

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2025/06/24

So… I watched a clip of Queen Máxima the other day. She was answering a journalist’s question (in het Nederlands) and you know what? She made mistakes. Our Queen. Small ones. De/het stuff. Word order. The usual 'Dutch mess'. And I loved it.This episode is for every international who’s still holding back from speaking Dutch because it’s “not perfect yet”. Here’s the deal: Máxima had top-tier language training, years of experience, and STILL makes mistakes. And yet - she shows up. She

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#108 | Dutch Small Talk: must-know conversation...

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2025/06/04

Ready to speak more Dutch – beyond just “Hoe gaat het?”In this video, I’ll teach you real Dutch conversation starters that locals actually use. In easy to follow Dutch - with subtitles. They’re easy, effective, and instantly help you connect — whether you’re at the school gate, in the supermarket, or by the coffee machine at work.No more awkward silences or switching back to English.These Dutch phrases help you to connect, enjoy small talk, and build confidence while your'e at it. You’ll

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#107 | Dutch for Parents - Waarom nu? (Instagram live...

Dutch Speaking Academy - Speak Dutch with Confidence ·

2025/05/26

Dutch for Parents – laatste kans (chance) om mee te doen!Are you an international parent who wants to feel more confident communicating with school, other parents, and your child in Dutch?✨ Today and tomorrow are your final chance to join Dutch for Parents.If you join now:- You'll have access to the group until mid-September – so you’ll start the new school year feeling prepared- You can study flexibly over the summer with short videos and audios – ideal for holidays, busy schedules, or unexpected

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