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A podcast to share my love of learning languages with the world. Hosted by Azren the Language Nerd (@PolyglotAzren) Enjoy the show! :)

Azren The Language Nerd


    • May 21, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Torn apart by polar opposite priorities

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 9:36


    You know that feeling of having two choices that pull you in opposite directions? Two priorities that are both equally important and you just can't find the right balance? That's how I feel today. - - -Want a free at-home fluency kit? It's meant for driven and serious language learners wanting to jumpstart their way to fluency. It's packed with useful self-study exercises to work on all aspects of a language - reading, writing, grammar, listening, and even speaking. Interested? Fill out the contact form on my website and I'll email it to you.

    Polyglot Rapper LUM Joins the Show!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 57:36


    What a treat to have LUM on the podcast! It was an exciting, intriguing, and quirky episode today. Learn about LUM's musical and linguistic journey - you're sure to love it. Learn more about LUM here: https://linktr.ee/lumofficial

    Verbal spaghetti

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 7:14


    I believe this will be the unlock for some of you. It's a concept that is rarely discussed. Enjoy!Take lessons with me and become fluent. Learn more here.

    Deep Dive Conversation on Language Learning Practices

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 36:00


    Enjoy this interview with a fellow polyglot named Urmi! Find her work here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZoiI0SGU0Xo9_lNjtLWtgg

    Rule of 100 for language learners

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 6:18


    The Rule of 100 has been a game-changer in my personal and professional life. I would highly recommend using it for language learning purposes too. I learned it from Alex Hormozi.Want to take lessons with a tutor on my team? Visit my website!

    Secret reason fueling my efforts

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 2:53


    I don't think I've ever talked about this before. It's a secret, don't tell anyone else.Want to take lessons with a tutor on my team? Visit my website!

    Guaranteeing fluency is simple

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 4:49


    It's not as complicated of a problem as others that exist nowadays that humans are working to solve. Guaranteeing fluency should, indeed, be possible.Want to take lessons with a tutor on my team? Visit my website!

    Clarity is the key to fluency

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025 3:12


    I've been thinking about this a lot recently. I'm wondering if one of the main reasons people struggle to reach fluency is that they aren't clear on what the main obstacles are and actually how to overcome them. Want to take lessons with a tutor on my team? Visit my website!

    Behind the scenes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 5:19


    A simple behind-the-scenes look at the Calgary Language Nerds. Here's what we have been working on lately. Want to take lessons with a tutor on my team? Visit my website!

    The worst ways to learn a language

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 6:46


    Often it's a better idea to ask yourself what the "worst" way to do something is. It's frequently easier to identify that. Avoiding pitfalls is often enough to make it to the finish line. Want to take lessons with a tutor on my team? Visit my website!

    Aiming at fluency

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 5:24


    This might just be the #1 most important thing to do if you want to become fluent in another language.Want to work toward fluency yourself? Visit my website! https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    The key to my language learning success

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 5:00


    It worked for me, maybe it will for you too. It's at least worth considering! To learn a language with me, visit my website.

    I'm proud of my work again

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 3:10


    Real talk: I was disappointed in myself. In 2023, I realized that students at the Calgary Language Nerds progressed slowly. I also noticed that most people didn't take many lessons. I think the average used to be something like 16 hours of class per person...in the course of a year.Considering that the vast majority of learners at the time didn't do much self-study or homework (if any), 16 hours is quite simply not enough.For the first time since then, I'm proud of the work we're doing. Far more students really are getting better. We can measure their progress. The best part is that it looks like we really are on the pathway to being able to guarantee fluency for those who take lessons.Can't wait to keep building!AzrenCalgary Language Nerds ownerhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    5 obstacles to reaching fluency

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 10:57


    Enjoy the episode!

    Learning a language makes you braver

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 6:20


    This was a novel thought that came to mind today. Language learning really does make me braver - and I think it can do that for other people too.Want me to teach you a language? Visit my website!https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    Gradual exposure combats anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 5:28


    For those who struggle with feeling self-conscious when learning a language, this is for you. Want me to teach you a language? Visit my website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    You can do it, I believe in you!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 4:50


    Some words of encouragement :) Want me to teach you a language? Visit https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    Don't quit when you hit rock bottom

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 5:21


    As th saying goes, when you hit rock bottom, there's only one place to go: up. Just keep going. Want me to teach you a language? Visit my website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    Frustration triggers learning

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 3:57


    Have you ever thought of this before? If not, listen up! Frustration is necessary. Without it, you aren't actually learning; you're probably just tricking yourself. Want to learn a language with me? Visit my website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    A simplified look at grammar

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 7:20


    Don't overcomplicate grammar. Prioritize your study by understanding the two primary dimensions of grammar.Want to work directly with one of my tutors? Visit my website!

    Personalized immersion experiences

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 8:16


    To me, this seems like a key to fluency. It has been one of the foundational blocks of my Fluency Fast-Track project at the Calgary Language Nerds. Enjoy the episode!Want to work with me? Visit my website!

    A clear definition of fluency

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 5:56


    To see a table outlining the definitions I've come up thus far, scroll about halfway down the homepage of my website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    So how DO you learn a language?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 5:57


    It's a super basic question. How do you learn a language? I am on a mission to create a simple response to this question. Step 1 is to create private lessons that guarantee fluency. To take lessons at the lowest rate I can possibly afford, visit my website and fill out the contact form: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

    Fluency is a feeling: how to be more grounded and confident

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 5:18


    Try this yourself. Early indications as I've tested this are that it helps people to remain calm, cool, and collected when speaking.Want to take lessons with a tutor on my team? Fill out the contact form on my website!

    An experiment to improve fluency

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 3:46


    To take part in this experiment, contact me!

    Is it really impossible?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 4:59


    To take lessons with a tutor on my team, fill out the contact form on my website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contactSuper focused on growing right now and doing the best work we can for language learners!

    Advanced level 10x faster

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 7:00


    I'm hypothesizing this is possible. I might be completely off base, but I'm excited to try. At worst, it'll spark further innovation. To work with a tutor on my team, visit my website and fill out the contact form: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

    Guaranteeing fluency

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 10:06


    A fascinating podcast - I enjoyed recording this one. I'm laser-focused on achieving this goal. Contact me on my website if you'd like to inquire about taking lessons with one of my tutors.

    A moment of clarity

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 5:32


    Thanks for listening! If you have any comments/questions or if you want to take lessons at the Calgary Language Nerds, contact me through my website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

    The hamster wheel of death

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 7:08


    Too many of you are stuck on this hamster wheel. Here's how to get off of it and finally experience meaningful progress in another language.To learn a language with me or someone on my team, visit my website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    More, better, new

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 5:23


    Most people get this backward and it keeps them stuck. Big shoutout to Alex Hormozi - that's where I learned this. Google him, he has some super interesting content. To work with me or a tutor on my team directly, go to my website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    The power of incremental growth

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 7:13


    Simple steps to measure your progress, increase incrementally, and reach fluency faster than you thought possible. To work with me directly (or a tutor on my team), contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

    Measurement unlocks motivation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 4:14


    This is a game-changer. Do this and your progress will skyrocket no matter what language learning strategy you are currently using. To work with a tutor on my team directly, contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

    3 pillars to fast & easy language acquisition

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 6:22


    Use these pillars to unlock fast progress and make the learning process much easier. To work directly with a tutor on my team, visit https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    Language learning is not an intellectual skill

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 7:53


    Learning a language, contrary to what you may think, is not exactly an intellectual skill. It's more akin to riding a bike, dancing, or swimming. Enjoy the episode! Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you want to learn a language with a tutor on my team.

    Should you try talking faster?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 6:33


    Thanks for listening! Learn more about me at azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    Rough draft - estimating vocabulary size

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 9:38


    I want to do more vocabulary assessments. I need the practice. If you want to get your vocabulary count assessed, contact me through my website and we'll set up a time: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

    Are you actually aiming at fluency?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 14:15


    I had a blast recording this episode. Hope you find it insightful and helpful! Visit https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com if you'd like to look into taking lessons with a tutor on my team.

    Super simple fluency tips

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 15:14


    Enjoy today's episode! https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    The Perspective Problem

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 5:31


    Enjoy the episode!

    Speed of Thought vs Speed of Speech

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 5:04


    Thanks for listening! Really appreciate your attention :)AzrenCalgary Language Nerds ownerhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    Experiment: B2 in 2 months

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 6:48


    Visit my website and book an info call to inquire further about taking part in my experiment. https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    The GROWTH Model to Learn and Teach Languages

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 8:30


    Hope you enjoyed the episode! For a free trial of the GROWTH model, contact me through my website. https:/azrenthelanguagenerd.com

    Success Mirrors Failure

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 5:36


    Thanks for listening! Want me to teach you a language? Visit my website!

    Mistakes pave the pathway forward

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 9:45


    Thanks for listening! Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com if you'd like to schedule a free consultation for private lessons.

    27-min Business Life Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 27:44


    Thanks for listening! To learn a language with me, visit https:/azrenthelanguagenerd.com/

    FREE private lessons for 60 people

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 3:29


    Fill out the contact form on my website and write FAST TRACK TRIAL if you are interested. Only 60 spots in March with 20 spots one as of today (March 3rd). Languages offered are French, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, and Russian.

    What my personal trainer taught me about language learning

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 7:54


    Want to learn a language fast? We can literally help you double your fluency using tangible metrics, often within just a few lessons. Visit https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com and book an info call!

    Deletion is the secret to fast fluency

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 11:57


    Email me for a free trial of my Fast-Track to Fluency course!https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

    This is literally the magic bullet to fluency

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 14:41


    Want the worksheets I referenced? Or want to book a Fluency Framework training session? Email me here.

    25 minute conversation after just 12 lessons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 4:17


    Student success story! One of my French students saw a big jump in fluency today after following a simple Fluency Framework called "Triple A." It stands for: Ask: Ask relevant questions Acknowledge: Acknowledge what the other person says Add: Add relevant information to the conversation I explain more in this episode. If you want to see fast progress like this student, visit my website.

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