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The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners

The Actual Fluency Podcast features inspirational stories from world-class language learners, industry experts, and regular people who embraced multilingualism in one way or another. In the episodes we dive deep down in the why that pushed people to learn a new language, the how to figure out how they best achieved it, and of course a lot of great stories of the experiences that speaking multiple languages can bring to people"s lives. Licensing "Fretless" by Kevin MacLeod

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00:46:48

AFP 193 - Comprehensible Input and Toki Pona with...

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2024/12/16

In this episode I'm joined by Toki Pona speaker Joel, also known as jan Telakoman. During the call we discuss comprehensible input as one of the strongest ways to learn a new language, and we both share our experiences learning toki pona - a tiny, constructed language of only ~150 words. Joel's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@jantelakoman Toki Pona Comprehensible Input Playlist https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_a0s0wowhE&list=PLwYL9_SRAk8EXSZPSTm9lm2kD_Z1RzUgm

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01:17:23

192: Virtual Reality Language Learning with Katie Pascoe

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2024/11/09

Katie from Dynamic Languages comes on the podcast to share what the future of virtual reality might look like. During the conversation we also cover topics like learning whilst travelling, language learning in schools, and much more.About Dynamic Languages: App on the Meta

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00:54:39

AFP 191 - Benny Lewis: Recovery from bad times,...

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2023/06/15

In this episode we catch up with Fluent in 3 Months founder Benny Lewis about his latest language learning mission (Korean), the new and improved Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp, and a very open discussion on how he recovered from a few horrible years of depression, divorce, debt, and weight gain.Benny's Website where you can find everything including his book, and bootcamp: https://fluentin3months.com Bite Size Language Courses from Actual Fluency: https://bitesizelanguages.com --- Send in a

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00:47:54

AFP 190 - Luca Lampariello: The Impact of Mindset on...

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2023/05/12

In this episode, Kris and Luca Lampariello discuss the importance of building confidence and identity in a language to overcome perfectionism and fear of making mistakes. They also touch on the impact of mindset on language learning, the benefits of speaking a language even imperfectly, and the challenge of maintaining multiple languages. Lampariello emphasizes the importance of exposure and practice in language learning, and suggests that building an identity in a language and treating all

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00:58:16

AFP 189 - Emily Harris: Language Learning, Culture,...

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2023/04/28

In this podcast episode, language learner and transracial adoptee Emily Harris discusses her own experiences as an adoptee when it comes to learning her heritage language, and her experiences with perfectionism and finding balance in language learning. She also talks about her language learning journey, including her initial attraction to German and her future language goals, such as learning Persian and improving her Arabic skills. Harris emphasizes the importance of individualized goals and

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01:13:50

AFP 188: Cara Leopold - Expat Experiences, Listening...

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2023/04/15

In this podcast episode, I'm joined by Cara Leopold, an English listening specialist, and founder of Leo Listening to talk about her experience learning French, moving to France, and eventually integrating in the local community as an expat. We also discuss English listening skills, and her new project: The Movie Club, which helps English speakers learn more idiomatic and casual language through the use of movies and TV. Check out Cara and the Movie Club here: https://leo-listening.com Check

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02:07:13

AFP 187 - Heidi Lovejoy: Perfectionism and Language...

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2023/04/01

In this episode of the Actual Fluency Podcast, host Kris Broholm interviews Heidi Lovejoy, the creator and host of The Love, Joy and Languages Podcast. They discuss the topic of perfectionism and its effects on language learning, mental health, and imposter syndrome. Lovejoy shares her struggles with perfectionism while learning Italian, how it affected her mental health, and her journey to overcome it. They also explore the ideal process of moving to a foreign country while learning the local

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00:16:16

June 2022 Update - Post Pandemic Stress Disorder,...

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2022/06/24

Kris comes back with a quick update to announce the return of the Actual Fluency podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/actualfluency/message

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00:45:37

AFP 186: Rosemary Salomone - The Rise of English

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2021/12/18

In this episode I'm joined by Rosemary Salomone to discuss the role of English on a global academic level, and some of the challenges faced by minorities and non-english native speaking students and countries in the world. Rosemary is the Kenneth Wang Professor of Law at St. John's University in Queens, New York. Prior to joining the legal academy, she taught English to international students, developed bilingual programs for immigrant students, and was a faculty member at the Harvard Graduate

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00:48:34

AFP 185: Sadelle Wiltshire - Learning at Different...

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2021/11/17

In this podcast episode I'm joined by Sadelle Wiltshire, who shares her story of learning languages at different ages, including her passion for Irish and the community of learners she's found for the language. Sadelle's website: https://www.sadellewiltshire.com/ The Fluent in 3 Months Challenge: https://actf.lu/fi3m-challenge --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/actualfluency/message

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00:41:41

AFP 184: Rick Dearman - Using Forums in Language...

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2021/10/04

In this episode Kris is joined by Rick Dearman to talk about using forums to help support you in your language learning, language conferences, and much more. Special thanks to OPTILINGO for sponsoring the podcast. You can check out this innovative language learning app, designed to make you SPEAK a language by going to https://optilingo.com To find out more about Rick go to: https://forum.language-learners.org/ https://autodidactic.info/ Announcement: The podcast is now on YouTube! That means you

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01:08:29

AFP 183 - Jennifer Degenhardt: Better School Learning...

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2021/09/23

In the episode I'm joined by Spanish Teacher and Educational Author, Jennifer Degenhardt. We go over why school language learning is in such a bad state in many schools, and what innovative and energetic teachers like Jennifer can do to improve the results the kids get from the classroom. We also talk about her diverse and inclusive range of educational materials, as well as her experience spending a year learning Spanish abroad in latin America. === SPONSOR This episode is sponsored by OptiLingo

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00:56:14

AFP 182 - Liz Sharma from Talk The Streets on Portuguese

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2021/06/18

In the episode I'm joined by Portuguese teacher and YouTuber Liz Sharma to talk about Portugal, Portuguese (European vs Brazilian) and how Liz moved from the U.K to Portugal. Since I just moved to Portugal myself I got to ask a lot of curiosity-driven questions, including what Portuguese learners normally struggle with. === SPONSOR This episode is sponsored by OptiLingo. Go check out a modern language learning app that focuses on speaking EARLY without the boring drills and grammar memorisation. Try

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01:22:21

AFP 181 - Olle Linge: Hacking Chinese and Academic vs...

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2020/11/26

Brought to you by OPTILINGO -- https://optilingo.com In this episode I'm joined by Olle Linge from Hacking Chinese to talk about his "random" journey into Chinese, founding the Hacking Chinese website (10 years anniversary this year) and a ton of language learning methodology and academic vs non-academic perspectives. A lot of the advice in the episode are centered around Chinese, but almost all of it is applicable to every language. Enjoy! Here's what we talk about in the episode: How Olle

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00:41:16

AFP 180 - Hēmi Kelly: Māori Language and Culture

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2020/11/06

Brought to you by OPTILINGO -- https://optilingo.com Editor's Note: A previous version of this episode had some audio issues, which have been fixed. In this episode I'm joined by "A Māori Phrase a Day" author Hēmi Kelly, to find out a little more about Māori, which is the name of the indigenous people of New Zealand, as well as the language. Hēmi is a full-time lecturer in te reo Māori at the Auckland University of Technology. His academic research and writing focus largely on the revitalsation of

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01:11:22

AFP 179 - Kerstin Cable: Women in Language and...

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2020/09/09

Brought to you by OPTILINGO -- One of the most popular guests of the podcast returns to share all the details for her upcoming project, that she co-hosts with Lindsay Williams and Shannon Kennedy: Women in Language (September 17-20, 2020) Here are some of the things we discuss during the episode: * What Kerstin has been up to for the past 2 years since her last appearance * How did the idea for Women in Language come about? * Why there is a need for a conference like Women in Language * What

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01:33:57

AFP 178 - Lina Vasquez: Mindset, Psychology, and...

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2020/08/23

Brought to you by Optilingo. In this episode I'm joined by my friend Lina Vasquez, an amazing polyglot who shares her passion for languages, self-development, and many other topics on her YouTube channel. In the episode we dive DEEP into the mindset behind self-development and language learning, and offer some ideas on how anyone can level up their life and be better in every way they want. Resources: Lina on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClZjE2TEk59ZbxH_hZiBkog ---- Get a free lesson

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00:49:21

AFP 177 - Gloria Spagnoli: Find Your Confidence and...

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2020/08/15

Brought to you by Optilingo. In this episode I'm joined by Italian teacher Gloria Spagnoli who shares her insights as both a language learner and teacher. She specifically talks about finding your confidence and inner resources. Finally we touch on the difference between a teacher and a student, and how you can level up your language lessons. Resources: http://speakita.com/how-to-find-your-italian-voice/ ---- Get a free lesson with Optilingo: https://optilingo.com --- Send in a voice message:

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01:07:06

AFP 176 - Maria Ortega Garcia: Connecting Deeper with...

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2020/07/30

Brought to you by Optilingo. In this episode I'm joined by Spanish teacher Maria Ortega Garcia, who shares unique insights as both a language learner and teacher. She specifically talks about connecting with the language you're trying to learn, and making it yours. This has been the most succesful approach she has seen over the years. We also touch on some ideas of improving tutoring for students and teachers alike. Resources: ---- Get a free lesson with Optilingo: https://optilingo.com --- Send

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01:01:49

AFP 175 - Tetsu Yung: Raising Children in 5 Languages

The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners ·

2020/07/23

Brought to you by Optilingo. In this episode Tetsu Yung returns to update on his childrens' language learning (5 languages!) and talks in detail about the ONE PARENT ONE LANGUAGE methodology, he's been using for over 8 years now. We also chat briefly about LangFest, the annual conference usually held in Montreal, Canada. The event is currently postponed until 2021 due to the ongoing situation. Resources: Tetsu on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/asktetsu LangFest: https://langfest.org

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