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The How to Learn Languages Podcast

Whether you"re learning Spanish, French, or Arabic, the process of learning a language as an adult isn"t all that different. The mindset, the habits, and the process are what Alyssa Bonelli has spent 12 years understanding and teaching, both as a tutor and a student. Learn how to learn a language with this podcast"s short episodes helping you get from "I think I want to learn a language" to your first major milestone. And then come back and start all over again with another language.Learning a

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9:33

Lofty goals

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/09/29

Lofty goals look sexy on paper but are really self sabotage for a language learner. Let's talk about what to do instead.

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12:42

Picking a book

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/09/29

With all the options out there, how do you choose the right book for your level in your new language? We'll discuss some ideas.

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8:35

Two color writing

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/09/29

In this episode we wil break down the technique I teach and use for writing called the two color method.

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11:37

Journaling

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/09/29

Journaling can be both helpful, and intimidating, especially if the concept is new to you. Let's break down how to journal in your target language.

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11:10

Duolingo and technology

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/09/29

I am asked a lot about the usefulness of Duolingo, and whether technology is a blessing or a curse for learning languages, so let's discuss!

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7:51

Immersion

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/09/29

There are more ways to be immersed in your language than you think.

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16:25

Getting a tutor

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/09/29

Tips from a tutor about how to choose a tutor who is a good fit for your language learning journey.

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9:18

AI in language learning

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/09/29

Let's talk about the ever controversial concept of AI, and how to use (and not use) it to learn a language.

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10:19

Podcasts

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/09/29

How to choose podcasts to learn languages.

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9:50

Where to study

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/09/29

We'll talk about where, in the world, in your home and in between, to study languages.

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12:27

When to study

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/09/29

Tips on the timing of language study, like how long, what time of day, and how often.

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15:08

Vocabulary

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/09/29

Ideas for learning vocabulary without drowning in a pile of flashcards or getting bored to death.

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11:38

Pep talk

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/09/29

Let's start the season with some encouragement! We are all in this together, after all.

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10:30

Celebrate the wins

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/05/21

After an episode about what inevitably goes wrong, let's use this last episode of the season to end on a high note! We'll talk about the goals, milestones, and wins to celebrate along the way as you learn a language.For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

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13:49

The rut is coming

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/05/21

We talk about the inevitability of a rut in your practice, and how to handle the mental game of learning a language for the long term. For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

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12:27

Spending money on learning a language

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/05/21

We'll talk about when it's time to invest in your language learning in this episode. As a person who makes her living off of teaching a language, this advice may not be what you're expecting.For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

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13:32

How and when to study

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/05/21

So you have a plan, and you know you need to make adjustments month to month. Something else to experiment with and change as you go, is how and when you study. We'll discuss some ways to test out different ideas, so you can always find the time to sneak in some language learning.For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

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16:31

Recapping your progress

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/05/21

Building a tracker is one thing, following is another, and the ultimate level of learning is to recap and reflect on how you did, month to month, in your language learning. This episode will show you how.For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

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14:26

Building a study tracker

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/05/21

I swear by and use the method that I will be sharing in this episode - if you want to have something tangible to hold you accountable, show you a progress bar, and keep you well-rounded in your language learning, let's talk about how to build a tracker!For templates and a visual walkthrough of how to build a tracker, get my Udemy course, through this link: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4

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10:48

Gut check

The How to Learn Languages Podcast ·

2026/05/21

As with anything that will take your time, energy, and money, it's my duty to ask: Are you ready for this? To not only make a study plan and tracker, but to invest the time into sticking with it? If you're ready for some real talk, see you in this episode!For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

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