Podcast appearances and mentions of shannon kennedy

On this episode of The All About Kids Podcast, we're joined by Shannon Kennedy, a certified speech-language pathologist and former Clinical Fellow here at All About Kids. Shannon takes us through her journey into the world of speech therapy — from her early inspiration to that powerful moment when everything clicked and she knew she was right where she was supposed to be. We talk about what it's really like during your CF year, what she wishes she had known going into it, and how she's learned to navigate one of the most important — and often overlooked — aspects of the job: the parent-therapist dynamic. Shannon also opens up about misconceptions around the SLP field, how to spot burnout, and what keeps her inspired. Plus, she shares her favorite tools and toys for therapy sessions, and gives thoughtful advice for grad students and future CFs stepping into the field. Whether you're an aspiring SLP, a seasoned therapist, or someone who just wants to understand the heart behind this work — this episode has something for you. ALL ABOUT KIDS LINKSApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-about-kids-podcast/id1522359220Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3I6qWwwdeJnlJg8Mx94He9?si=A7ieoF8yQJeqi_JnS6tXrg&dl_branch=1Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1522359220/all-about-kids-podcastWebsite: https://aakcares.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aakcaresTwitter: https://twitter.com/aakcaresLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/all-about-kids   

I invited a very special language learning and language loving friend to co-host this episode with me and chat all about the joys of language learning. This is a very familiar voice in the language learning community, and it's such a pleasure to have Kerstin Cable of Fluent Language and The Fluent Show on Love, Joy, and Languages! We had an absolute blast talking about loving languages and finding joy in learning them. This chat is extra special for me because I don't think this show would exist without Kerstin and her Podcasting 101 course (https://www.kerstincable.com/podcasting101). Big thanks to Kerstin for putting so much goodness out into the world! In today's episode, Kersin and I talk about celebrating our language achievements, the value of self-work and appreciating your own personal journey, language exams and the excitement of the process, lots of German language, the link between language and culture, Kerstin teaches me a bit Welsh (you'll see why this language can easily become an obsession!), and Kerstin shares some of her favorite language things and people. Learning a language is a long road, and there are so many challenges along the way, but something that keeps us in the language learning world is all the joy we find in the process and the community. I hope you enjoy listening in to my chat with Kerstin, and I hope it reminds you of all the exciting things you find in your own language life. The Fluent Show episodes mentioned in this episode: Words of the Year 2023 (https://www.fluent.show/243) The Farewell Episode: The Joy of Finishing Good Things (https://www.fluent.show/240) I'm Not Dead Yet, So I'd Like to Keep Learning: Interview with German Learner Randy (https://www.fluent.show/8) Reviews of the Year with Shannon Kennedy: 2021 (https://www.fluent.show/234), 2020 (https://www.fluent.show/203), 2019 (https://www.fluent.show/166), 2018 (https://www.fluent.show/118) Marc Okrand on Creating the Klingon Language (https://www.fluent.show/172) Interview with Language Creator David Peterson (Game of Thrones, Dune, The 100, Doctor Strange) (https://www.fluent.show/158) Good bye Chemistry, hello Linguistics! with Sarah F. Philips (https://www.fluent.show/209) Other content mentioned in this episode: German Uncovered (Beginner) (https://learn.storylearning.com/german-uncovered-level-11674240494503) by Olly Richards Lindsay Williams of Lindsay Does Languages (https://www.lindsaydoeslanguages.com/) Episode 59: A Joyful Chat with a Special Guest Co-Host, Love, Joy, and Languages with Lindsay Williams (http://www.lovejoyandlanguagespodcast.com/episode-59) Shannon Kennedy at Eurolinguiste (https://eurolinguiste.com/) Emily Richardson of The Langauge Confidence Project and Tea with Emily (https://www.languageconfidenceproject.com/) Yabla Language Immersion (https://www.yabla.com/?a=1568&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwoJa2BhBPEiwA0l0ImDGlNae3Gj4g5NA4ZKbfPPdyHedENu_e2DlpUXLmNFuqM-BhhiYfwBoCVZ4QAvD_BwE) Language Habit System (https://www.fluentlanguage.co.uk/lhs), by Kerstin Cable AI Language Club (https://www.ailanguageclub.com/), with Kerstin Cable & Josh Goldsmith Kerstin can be found at: For language learning: Fluent Language Blog, Podcast & Language Tuition (https://www.fluentlanguage.co.uk/) For business: Kerstin Cable (https://www.kerstincable.com/) Kerstin's Podcast: The Fluent Show (https://www.fluent.show/) Instagram: @kerstin_fluent X (Twitter): @fluentlanguage Where to find me: Love, Joy, and Languages Blog (https://lovejoyandlanguages.com/) All podcast episodes can be found at http://www.lovejoyandlanguagespodcast.com/. Instagram: @love.joyandlanguages X (Twitter): @LoveJoy_Lang

Our ability to achieve success is deeply connected to the quality of relationships we nurture throughout our lives. Nowhere is this more evident than in wealth management. Shannon Kennedy, CEO of BMO Wealth Management U.S., has perfected the art of building strong relationships while growing her clients' wealth and assets. She joins Inside the ICE House to discuss her approach to wealth management and how BMO is assisting clients through the process. https://www.ice.com/insights/conversations/inside-the-ice-house

This is a special episode in which Benny shares his top Black Friday language learning deals.Benny has negotiated some fantastic savings for you on his favourite resources, and they are only available this week, so don't miss out!Visit fi3m.com/black-friday-2023 to get your hands on these amazing savings. Remember, all of these offers expire on November 27th, 2023!Our deals include Fluent in.3 Months Black Friday Bundle, Olly Richard's Uncovered Courses, Mondly, MosaLingua, Rocket Languages, LingQ and more!If you're a language enthusiast or know someone who is, this episode is your golden ticket to unlocking incredible deals that will set you up for a language-learning adventure in 2024. Tune in, visit fi3m.com/black-friday-2023, and make sure to act fast – these Black Friday deals won't last long! Happy language learning!

Rappahannock Community College President Dr. Shannon Kennedy.  An update on their expanding programs.  A school in rural Virginia that is impacting the Commonwealth.   rappahannock.edu

In today's episode I share 4 (or 4.5) tips for creating benchmarks along your language journey to guarantee that your future self will recognize and believe that you're making progress. In language learning, it's really easy to be so down in the weeds and the details of studying and practicing that progress feels slow or even stagnant. Yet, every single word we learn is a tiny bit of growth, and the more progress we see, the more we keep coming back for more. But it can be difficult to recognize that progress, especially if we don't work toward a particular measure of progress like taking a level exam or counting the number of words we learn or something like that. But why wait for those big measures of progress to happen? At any point in your language journey, you can intentionally create meaningful bencharks that will set you up for future moments of progress recognition. I hope today's episode allows you to brainstorm some creative ideas that bring a little extra excitement, motivation, and pride into your language life. If you like the idea of making sure you see the language progress that you're making (because you are making progress), check out episode 22 here (http://www.lovejoyandlanguagespodcast.com/episode-22), where I talk about the role mindfulness also plays in seeing and believing our language progress. Links to other resources for getting ideas on how to realize and measure your language progress and growth: Blogs & Articles: * How to Record Your Language Learning Progress (https://www.lindsaydoeslanguages.com/how-to-record-your-language-learning-progress/) by Lindsay Williams of Lindsay Does Languages * Language Learning Progress: 9 Ways to See How Far You've Come (https://www.fluentu.com/blog/language-learning-progress/) by Meredith Kreisa on FluentU * Keeping Track of Your Learning (https://lindiebotes.com/2021/04/07/how-to-track-language-progress/) by Lindie Botes * The Ultimate Language Learning Guide Part III: Commitment -- Drops (https://medium.com/languagedrops/the-ultimate-language-learning-guide-part-iii-commitment-drops-d42b597ad3) by Shannon Kennedy, published in Languagedrops Podcasts & Videos: * Signs That You're Making Progress with Language Learning (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2U71LB9nLk) by Grace of Guresu * Don't Let the Intermediate Plateau Scare You (https://anchor.fm/emily-richardson1/episodes/S2E13-Dont-let-the-intermediate-plateau-scare-you-e1o2rf3) by Emily Richardson of The Language Confidence Project * 5 Steps for Creating Your Language Habit (https://www.fluent.show/130) by Kerstin Cable of The Fluent Show * Tracking Your Language Learning Progress (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9y-QvN_9u5o) by Lindie Botes Where to find me: Love, Joy, and Languages Blog (https://lovejoyandlanguages.com/) All podcast episodes can be found here (http://www.lovejoyandlanguagespodcast.com/). Instagram: @love.joyandlanguages Twitter: @LoveJoy_Lang

Have you ever had a conversation with someone who is head over heels about languages? In this interview, psychology researcher Dan Mirea discusses the links between psychology and linguistics (including whether individuals switch personalities when they switch languages) and talks about his journey as a psychology student who was able to gather a huge following on social media by sharing his passion and interest for languages.Other topics covered include how (and when) people develop confidence in language learning and when speaking foreign languages, tips on how to become a language content creator online, Dan's process for content creation, and how his psychology research has affected his language learning journey.Mentioned in this Episode [Dan's TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@danniesbrain) [Dan's Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/danniesbrain/)  [Mental Health for Romania](https://mentalhealthforromania.org/en/) Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do.Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Jared and John answer listener questions about learning Chinese such as the effectiveness of extensive reading, habits for Chinese learners, tools for learning word context, and the helpfulness of Chinese media. Guest interview is with Shannon Kennedy, a polyglot for whom Chinese became a significant part of her life and shares the impact it had on her friendships and career. The Q&A session begins [00:01:40]Jared and John answer listener questions about learning Chinese and discuss the benefits of extensive reading and the whole language model.The debate on whole language vs. direct instruction [00:03:07]John explains the difference between whole language and direct instruction and how it applies to learning Chinese.The progression of Mandarin Companion books [00:08:36]Jared and John discuss the progression of Mandarin Companion books and how to determine when to move up to the next level based on reading speed and vocabulary acquisition.Opportunities to Speak Chinese [00:13:35]Jared shares his habit of always looking for opportunities to speak Chinese and how it has helped him improve his language skills.Checking Tones for Accurate Pronunciation [00:11:52]John talks about the importance of remembering tones and shares his habit of frequently checking tones to improve pronunciation.Learning Words in Context [00:15:57]Jared and John discuss the importance of learning words in context and suggest using dictionaries with sample sentences to understand how words are used.Using Chinese media for language learning [00:21:36]Discussion on whether consuming Chinese media like TV shows, movies, and social media is an effective way to improve tones and natural speaking flow.The helpfulness of Chinese restaurants for language learners [00:27:53]Sharing a travel hack of visiting Chinese restaurants while traveling abroad to find Chinese-speaking staff who can provide assistance.Learning Multiple Languages [00:31:29]Shannon shares how she got involved in learning multiple languages and the program requirements she had to meet.Discovering Croatian [00:33:26]Shannon talks about her personal connection to the Croatian language and why she started learning it independently.Starting to Learn Chinese [00:38:27]Shannon explains how she decided to learn Chinese and her initial experiences with the language, including the importance of learning pinyin and characters.Learning Chinese for my child [00:40:40]Shannon shares their motivation to learn Chinese when they found out they were pregnant and their journey of studying the language for their child.Personal rewards of learning Chinese [00:44:55]The speaker talks about the personal rewards they have experienced, including making close friends and having unique experiences, thanks to their ability to speak Chinese.The impact of speaking Chinese on friendships and career opportunities [00:49:32]Shannon shares how speaking Chinese with her friends in Shanghai made her feel more included and created a different dynamic within the group.Advice for learning Chinese and overcoming challenges [00:52:01]Shannon gives advice on not being intimidated by learning Chinese, taking it step by step, and the value of being able to communicate with people in China who may not speak English.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode, I share my top tips for what to do when you feel stuck in your languages. It's totally normal to reach a point where you don't know what to do next, what to study, or you feel uninspired, your motivation is dipping, and you feel like your learning is getting stagnant. This can happen at any point in your language journey, and I think the strategies I share today are useful at every level. Or at least, learners of all levels can find some inspiration here. Listen in to discover what I do when I'm feeling stuck, and I hope it sparks some ideas for yourself to get creative and build your own strategies that work for you. There is so much good advice out there for what to do when feeling stuck, and I know my methods aren't for everyone, so I won't leave you hanging on my words. You can find more tips, tricks, and strategies used by other language learners here: Podcasts: (any episodes that link to Spotify can also be found on any other podcast platform) The Language Confidence Project: (these episodes and MANY more!) S1E5: Stop planning and start starting! (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3NoS8pcS0GcGL5SdCNj6U9) S2E13: Don't let the intermediate plateau scare you (https://open.spotify.com/episode/0mropkVwnTZwKtxqOiQKSa) S3E45: Do the thing you're avoiding (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3MxVxRCxZ2xWDPM1cCg3GG) S4E14: When doubts are derailing your studies (https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ml9Xyq8QhWcUoV6zw8MkJ) S4E26: What decisions are you not making? (https://open.spotify.com/episode/4JuumNaYXXNabB4cY6BMd2) The Fluent Show: Episode 115: Notes From An Intermediate Speaking Dilemma (https://www.fluent.show/115) Episode 136: Frustrated! What To Do When You Just Can't (https://www.fluent.show/136) Episode 149: A Language Learner's Guide to Mindset, Mantras & Emotions (https://www.fluent.show/149) Episode 193: How To Reach Higher Langauge Levels (https://www.fluent.show/193) Episodes from other wonderful pods: The Future Is Bilingual Ep. 51: Spice up your language learning routine (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3r5OzFLekJdg8W3k4bB2Is) Language Chats Podcast: Ep #076 - Help! I'm not a beginner anymore: Navigating the intermediate language learning stage (https://www.languagelovers.com.au/podcast/ep-076) YouTube: How to ENJOY language learning when you're stuck (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qn-LvFN62nc), by Language Travel Adoptee How to get UNSTUCK in Langauge Learning (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QE03LByUjMI), by soundlyawake How to Get Unstuck in Language Learning (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9FRGz3ZIb4), by Luca Lampariello How to get unstuck in your language learning (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zip7-Y2-dAU), by Multilingual Mastery Blogs: How to Break Through a Language Learning Plateau (http://eurolinguiste.com/break-language-learning-plateau/), by Shannon Kennedy of EuroLinguiste If You're Feeling Stuck Learning a Language (https://medium.com/the-language-learning-hub/if-youre-feeling-stuck-learning-a-language-one-of-these-two-exercises-could-help-746375a3948b)," by Mathias Barra on Medium.com The Dreaded Language Learning Plateau: How to Rise Above It (https://www.fluentu.com/blog/language-learning-plateau/), by Meredith Kreisa on FluentU Links from this episode: Ultimo on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/artist/3hN3iJMbbBmqBSAMx5veDa?autoplay=true) and YouTube Music (https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCv-FuU7xoxY8auq4r66KRFg). National Geographic in German here (https://www.nationalgeographic.de/) National Geographic in Italian here (https://www.nationalgeographic.it/) Stivale Italiano podcast (https://www.stivaleitaliano.com/) Where to find me: Love, Joy, and Languages Blog (https://lovejoyandlanguages.com/) All podcast episodes can be found here (http://www.lovejoyandlanguagespodcast.com/). Instagram: @love.joyandlanguages Twitter: @LoveJoy_Lang

Do old-school language learning methods still work in our technology-focused and app-driven world? Fluent in 3 Months student Peggy tackled this question while learning Spanish with us. She also discovered how to balance motivation and discipline through “little victories”.Peggy shares her experience with realizing failures are more important than successes, building language islands and figuring out what topics are the right ones to choose, how to design a personalized language learning routine, and how the Fluent in 3 Months program helped her through community and support even when she already had a language learning system that worked for her.Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp italki In this episode, we mention the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge which has been replaced by Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp. We guarantee that anyone who completes Bootcamp will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do.Podcast theme: “[A New Beginning](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B086W5YPN8/ref=dm_ws_tlw_trk5)” by Shannon Kennedy

“Before the Challenge I would have laughed if you told me I was going to study [French] every day for a week.” This is what Fluent in 3 Months Challenge participant and French learner, Will Scott, shared. Discover how he found success with the language and completely revamped his learning through fun and the support of a community.Will Scott shares how traveling to Salamanca didn't do much for his Spanish learning, how building language islands around his juggling hobby added fun into his language learning routine, the power of documenting your progress in a new language, and how he set up French dinner parties with his friends to practice the language.(Pss… Listen to this episode to hear Will ask Shannon and Benny questions about how to use flashcards and spaced-repetition to master their languages.)Mentioned in this EpisodeFluent in 3 Months BootcampWe guarantee that anyone who completes Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here. italki FrenchPod101 Anki Memrise Deepl Translator Inner French Le Petit Prince Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do.Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

How do you learn to speak another language when there are little to no resources available for learners?Fluent in 3 Months student Anika took head-on as she learned Telugu with us. She shares how she taps into native resources with the help of native speakers and what to do when the spoken language you're learning is different from its written language.Anika shares her experience with finding content in another language and hiring native speakers to help her create her own learning resources. She also discusses what it's like learning her partner's native language, using the TPRS method to learn language, and how to take initiative with your language tutors.Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp italki Fiverr 7-Step Re-Reading TPRS Method Fingtam Languages In this episode, we mention the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge which has been replaced by Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp. We guarantee that anyone who completes Bootcamp will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do.Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

What's it like attending an in-person language exchange event?Victoria Galmarini, Lead Manager for MundoLingo, an in-person language exchange organization, shares how to run a language exchange event, ways exchanges differ in different countries, and what a successful language exchange event looks like.(PS: Learn a little about Benny's experience at language exchange events by listening to this episode!)Mentioned in this Episode Mundo Lingo Apply to be a Mundo Lingo Manager Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do!Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

How can you make grammar “less boring” to learn?Mignon Fogarty, founder of the platform Quick and Dirty Tips and of the beloved Grammar Girl podcast, comes onto the Language Hacking podcast to help answer this question. She tells Benny how Grammar Girl was born from having to look up grammar rules often as part of her job, and how she grew her podcast into a successful business.Mignon then explains how language evolution tends to emerge primarily from younger people, hence why using social media to stay on top of grammar evolution is completely valid! She and Benny discuss changes in the English language, including the emotional weight of punctuation online, and how social media can be the number one resource for fun language facts.(PS: Listen to this episode if you wonder what kind of experience in life you need to become a polyglot. Benny explains how his background in engineering helps him face language learning in a more productive way.)Mentioned in this Episode Grammar Girl Podcast Quick and Dirty Tips Mignon's twitter Mignon's TikTok Benny's main TikTok Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

How can you find good resources to learn uncommon or less popular languages?Azren grew up multilingual and made a career out of his passion for languages. He currently speaks English, French, Spanish, Gujarati, and Mandarin, but his online tutoring business covers 11 more… Some of which are not widely spoken worldwide.In his interview with Benny, Azren explains how he went from working for a window-cleaning franchise during his university studies to developing his own language-tutoring team. He goes into details about how he carefully selected tutors over the course of several years, and how he maintains the same patient rhythm to constantly grow his business by organically recruiting team-members to cover new languages.Then the conversation moves on to a pain point for minority language learners: finding resources, either digitally or physically, a struggle which Azren has learned.From intensive learner to intensive learner, Azren and Benny discuss Azren's methods to do full immersion, talk about how he stumbled upon the online polyglot community, how it helped him to grow as a language learner, and how it has impacted his teaching style.(PS: If you're struggling to get out of an intermediate plateau, Azren has some must-hear advice for you!)Mentioned In This Episode Calgary Language Nerds Azren's Instagram CEFR Companion Guide italki Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Can introverts and shy learners also benefit from joining learner communities?Fluent in 3 Months Challenge (now Bootcamp) participant and Norwegian learner, Pierre, tells Benny and Shannon how the joining the Fluent in 3 Months community helped him overcome his fear of speaking another language, and how he was able to learn more quickly than with any other methods.Pierre also chats about learning a lesser studied language like Norwegian, how speaking German helped him along the way, and lists some ways to get feedback on your language skills.(If you also want tips on learning a language to prepare for a trip, this is the episode for you!)We guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Featured ResourcesFluent in 3 Months BootcampJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Can music help you learn languages?Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp participant and Spanish learner, Zac, discusses:How his learning approach changed in the Bootcamp (formerly the Challenge)The power of music when learning a new languageHow to pick up your studies when you've gone off trackZac also explains how he picks a language to focus on. He gives his favorite tips for choosing a language tutor, and discusses how self-talk can support language learning.We guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp italki Scott Young NET Concept Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

How can tutors help their students avoid anxiety and the feeling of “stage fright” when speaking a new language?Emanuel Vasconcelos is one of the favorite Spanish teachers among the Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp community, and Elizabeth's primary Spanish tutor. In this interview, they discuss Emanuel's journey to becoming a Spanish language teacher and the methods he uses to help his students improve their language learning effectively.Emanuel explains how his focus is working with students using constructive techniques rather than the usual error-correction dynamic that many teachers follow.A lot of the Language Hacking Podcast guests are students from the Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp (formerly, the Challenge), so Emanuel's perspective is an eye-opener!PS: Plenty of personal anecdotes from Elizabeth's and Benny's learner experiences in this episode, so don't miss out on them!Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp Hispandom (Emanuel's website) Spanish Uncovered Review Stephen Krashen on the Comprehensible Input Method Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do.Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

What does it feel like to learn the language you have always wanted to learn?Fluent in 3 Months student and Italian learner, Deanna, talks about the power of accountability, finding the right resources, and what it feels like to finally learn the language you always wanted to learn.In this interview, Deanna, Benny, and Shannon discuss how to figure out whether a tool isn't working for you or if you're just not ready for the tool and to choose which language learning tools you're going to use. The episode also covers topics such as avoiding FOMO when it comes to language resources and pushing through when your efforts aren't giving you results.If you've been wondering how to surround yourself with your target language, Deanna's advice will help you get started the right way.We guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp italki ItalianPod101 Olly's Storylearning Duolingo Tangerine App Forest App Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do.Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Is it easier to learn a language when it's fun?Fluent in 3 Months student and French learner, TY, discusses taking part in Fluent in 3 Months programs and finding the fun in language learning with hosts Benny and Shannon.A language teacher herself, TY discusses her experience creating a program for kids to create their own languages and how recording videos of yourself speaking your language can be used as an effective learning tool.Listen to this episode if you wonder how you can creatively learn a language alongside others, stay on track with your learning when major life events happen, and how to efficiently work with your spouse as you learn their native language.We guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Featured ResourcesFluent in 3 Months ChallengeJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do.Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Will technological advances keep impacting language learning positively?This is a question that Philippa Wentzel, Curriculum Team Lead of the popular online language resource Lingoda, attempts to answer in her discussion with Benny.In this interview, Philippa explores topics such as how academic learning can be unsatisfying, how Lingoda relies on UX analysis to make sure they stay on track with learners' needs, and the pros and cons of using technology in language learning.Philippa also explains how Lingoda offers learners control over their language learning and curriculum by using a “choose your own path” approach.Mentioned in this EpisodeLingodaJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do!Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Is it possible to learn a language better from home than in a foreign country?Fluent in 3 Months student and Czech learner, Greg, explained to Benny and Shannon how he spoke more Czech in 90 days of learning with Fluent in 3 Months than while living in the Czech Republic.In this interview, he also talks about ditching the perfectionist mindset and using to-do lists to improve his learning, as well as finding a connection between project management and language learning.This episode is for you if you want to learn how you can stay on track when things come up that could derail your learning and utilize the people around you to keep from burning outWe guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Patreon SupportEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do.Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp italki Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

New year, new goals! In this special episode, Benny is joined by four other Fluent in 3 Months team members⁠—David, Alice, Elizabeth, and Ashley⁠—to reflect on their language learning in 2022 and discuss their 2023 learning goals. Techniques that haven't worked, exciting new launches, tips and tricks to achieve new goals... Hear all about what the Fluent in 3 Months team has to say about these topics and get inspired to stick to your language learning resolutions in 2023.Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp Benny's 2022 Webinars Fluent in 3 Months blog Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do.Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

What exactly do you need to learn a language?Fluent in 3 Months Challenge participant and French learner, Honorée, chats about taking part in the Challenge, her plan to learn 5 languages in 10 years, and the importance of consistency and accountability in language learning.Honorée's advice ranges from how to identify your weak points so you can focus on where your efforts will have the most impact to how building confidence is important and how to do it. She also discusses time management, language islands, and maximizing learning efficiency in learning a language as an adult.(Pss… Listen to this episode to hear Honorée switch the papers and be the one to ask Benny and Shannon questions.)Featured Resources Language Hacking French Fluent in 3 Months Challenge We guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Challenge Language Hacking French Pimsleur Drops The Pomodoro Technique Honorée's Tedx Talk Honorée's website Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Can anyone join the active polyglot community?If you're hesitant to join the active polyglot community, polyglot and language mentor Miguel, also founder of the blog The Multilingual Bronxite, shares about what he's discovered from taking part in these communities.In this interview with Benny, Miguel shares his perspective on the usefulness of the polyglot community. As a regular participant and speaker himself at international polyglot events such as Polyglotar, Miguel explains how the community is less intimidating than what would seem from the outside. As he puts forward, everyone is learning, so everyone is very open and like-minded!Miguel also discusses how studying on your own can prove more valuable than learning languages the academic way as well as his opinion regarding immersion. Does it really help you learn a language, or does that depend on your skill level?Mentioned in this Episode The Multilingual Bronxite The Assimil Method Fluent in 3 Months Blog Poliglotar Conference Website italki Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do!Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

How closely does improving your body impact improving your memory?Michael Campbell, founder and CEO of Glossika, one of the most popular language resources on the Internet, shares how he has improved his physical and mental abilities by making important changes in his life.In this unusual episode (which focuses more on self-improvement than languages), Micheal andBenny discuss the benefits of changing diets and switching mindsets to achieve a healthier personal health.Michael also compared using Glossika and learning languages to being consistent in going to the gym. The main comparison between being successful at both? Repetition.Mentioned in this EpisodeGlossikaJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do!Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

This episode includes a Black Friday promotion. Follow this link to get the Black Friday price.Check out all our Black Friday deals on 50+ languages here.How can language learning happen through reading stories?Olly Richards, creator of the Uncovered Language Courses, is back on the Language Hacking Podcast to answer the question above.Olly shares his story and explains how he combined his background in education, his polyglot skills, and his passion for writing in order to make language learning more accessible to the everyday language learner. He explains how there is more to language learning than just passive absorptionBenny and Elizabeth encourage Olly to talk about the structure of his courses, how they cover microskills needed by beginners to build solid bases in a new language, and the struggle to find the right native tutor to support the courses' development.The discussion also covers Olly's recently released intermediate-level Uncovered courses and how they follow the same methodology as his beginner courses.If you're interested in testing out Olly's Uncovered method, take advantage of the Uncovered Courses Black Friday promotion going on right now!Follow this link to get the Black Friday price.Mentioned in this Episode Uncovered Language Courses Black Friday Deals Olly's first podcast episode: #005 | Olly Richards on Living Abroad and Story Learning French Uncovered review: French Uncovered Italian Uncovered review: Italian Uncovered German Uncovered review: German Uncovered Spanish Uncovered review: Spanish Uncovered Japanese Uncovered review: Japanese Uncovered Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do!Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

How much does living in different countries shape your personality and influence your personal development?In an episode packed with cultural exploration anecdotes, writer, translator, and educator Kelsey Lechner shares her experience with learning six vastly different languages, keeping her career tightly related to languages in unexpected ways, and adapting to new cultures while living in countries like Tanzania, Japan, and Bangladesh.Kelsey also shares her flexible language learning strategy pointers, which she developed while learning Japanese, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Swahili, and Bengali. She and Benny discuss how social acceptance works when trying to adjust to new cultures, how to take missteps in cross-cultural communication in stride, and how to deal with culture shocks.(Psss… Wait until minute 28 for a funny anecdote about how mixing up Bangladesh and Spanish led Kelsey to hit up on someone without meaning to!)Mentioned in this Episode Anki Kelsey's posts on Fluent in 3 Months Join Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to support what we do!Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Are dead languages worth learning?Latin learner, polyglot, and professional translator Brian Powell answers this question by explaining his experience with learning Latin and the way it changed his perspective on learning languages.Among other topics discussed in this conversation with Benny, Brian explains the “Living Latin” movement, using Latin in a spoken way, and whether or not Latin is a useful stepping stone to learn modern romance languages.Brian also shares about his love for grammar, insights on the other languages he has learned, including Arabic, Farsi, and French, as well as stories and tips from his career as a translator.PS: Definitely listen to this episode if you want to hear Benny's special pronunciation of Latin words :)Mentioned in this Episode Brian's blog post on Fluent in 3 Months: How to Speak Latin: A Beginner's Guide to Living Latin Lingua Latina Per Se Illustrata ScorpioMartianus YouTube channel MagisterCraft Latinitium Assimil italki IndustryArabic Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Fluent in 3 Months Challenge participant and Greek learner, Nina, shares her experience taking part in the Challenge and connecting with her husband, in-laws, and daughter through Greek with hosts Benny and Shannon.We guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Featured ResourcesFluent in 3 Months ChallengeJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Challenge italki LingQ Glossika Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: Figuring out how much you want your language teachers to correct you How to get through the intermediate plateau Learning multiple languages simultaneously Reading to learn languages Coming back to languages after a break Becoming more direct with your language tutors in order to get the most out of your lessons Balancing your energy and being more aware of your energy levels Learning languages with the unpredictable schedule of having a new baby Learning your partner's native language How Nina supports her daughter's language learning and multilingualism Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Fluent in 3 Months Challenge participant and French learner, Melanie, discusses taking part in the Challenge and connecting with her kids through French with hosts Benny and ShannonWe guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Featured ResourcesFluent in 3 Months ChallengeJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.Mentioned in this EpisodeFluent in 3 Months ChallengeEpisode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: Learning French in the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge How language helped Melanie find new ways to connect with her kids Learning a language alongside her kids and how supporting one another goes both ways Creating a language learning environment with 7 kids Learning a heritage language Ways to support your kids' language learning How being a part of her kids' language learning journeys has helped Melanie improve her own learning Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Fluent in 3 Months Challenge participant and French learner, Joaquin, explains how deciding to study in France helped him become serious about his goal to learn French, and how he kept his progress up by working hard to keep himself accountable.We guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Featured ResourcesFluent in 3 Months ChallengeJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Challenge italki Language Hacking French Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: How to stay accountable when learning a new language Why being bilingual doesn't mean it's always easy learning new languages Joaquin, Elizabeth, and Benny's ways to includes some fun language days to their learning schedule Mini-missions and how they make learning languages seem more approachable Joaquin's experience with Language Hacking French Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Featured ResourcesRebel with a ClausePatreon Extended EpisodeEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to extended episodes and loads more content. Here's what you'll hear in the long-form episode: Motivation around learning and how to make progress when you feel like you're bad at something Dr. Oakley's 3 language survival tools Advice Dr. Oakley would have given herself when she was starting out with language learning How to get back into a language you stopped learning How Dr. Oakley would start learning a new language today Dr. Oakley asks Benny what to do when a teacher assigns you things that just don't make sense for you personally Learn more and access this bonus content on Patreon.Featured in This Episode Learning How to Learn MOOC A Mind for Numbers Mindshift Benny's Speak from Day 1 Method Mentioned in this Episode Learning How to Learn MOOC A Mind for Numbers Mindshift Dr. Oakley's website Evil Genes Benny's Speak from Day 1 Method Kumon Smartick Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: How Dr. Oakley got into learning how to learn Joining the military to learn a new language at the Defense Language Institute Using the Speak from Day 1 Approach How Dr. Oakley's philosophies around language learning influenced her learning in other fields Working as a Russian translator on Soviet trawlers, teaching in China, being an Army Captain in Germany, working as a radio operator at the South Pole Station and how these things shaped Dr Oakley's perspectives How teaching makes you a better learner through retrieval practice The story behind the MOOC “Learning How to Learn” Tricks for encouraging your kids to love learning Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Fluent in 3 Months Challenge participant and Spanish learner, Hez, chats with Benny and Shannon about fighting perfectionism and practicing patience in language learning.We guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Featured ResourcesFluent in 3 Months ChallengeJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Challenge Pimsleur Duolingo Benny's Fluent in 3 Months book Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: What to do when you're impatient and you want to learn everything all at once Fighting perfectionism and being kind to yourself in the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge The Buddhist idea of a Beginner's Mind Keeping up your language learning during stressful periods in your life Ways to have fun with your language learning Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Gabby Wallace, creator of Go Natural English, joins Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy to talk about teaching English online, how renovating houses is like learning languages, and what it was like to live in a favela in Brazil.Featured ResourcesitalkiPatreon Extended EpisodeEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to extended episodes and loads more content. Here's what you'll hear in the long-form episode: Building a language teaching business online Learning languages to travel - how to prepare and what to do with the language after travel is over Shannon and Benny's tips for avoiding language interference with similar languages Gabby's ideal day of language learning Learn more and access this bonus content on Patreon.Mentioned in this Episode TuneIn Radio Go Natural English Website Go Natural English on Youtube Go Natural English on Twitter Go Natural English on Instagram Go Natural English on Facebook Go Natural English Podcast Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: What inspired Gabby to begin teaching English How being a language learner makes you a better language teacher Ways renovating houses and real estate connects to language learning How to balance really diverse projects Living in a favela in Brazil How to choose topics for online content as a language teacher Corporate language training Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Luca Sadurny, co-founder of Mosalingua, talks about how learning French helped him discover that everyone can learn a language when using the right method. A discovery that later led to the foundation of the popular language learning resource Mosalingua.Featured ResourcesMosalinguaJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.Mentioned in this Episode Mosalingua Luca's website Episode OverviewSome of the topics discussed in this episode include: Luca's background and the background and development of Mosalingua Ikigai, a concept which motivates you to learn languages in the right way How everyone can learn languages if they have the right method How to raise trilingual children and the one-parent-one-language approach Time management techniques and how to find time for yourself Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Elena Mutonono, former ESL teacher and now coach for language teachers, joins Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy to talk about language teaching, the ethics of the online language teaching space, and sustainable language teaching.Featured ResourcesOnline Bound PodcastPatreon Extended EpisodeEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to extended episodes and loads more content. Here's what you'll hear in the long-form episode: Redefining what a “good” language teacher is Things language students should be aware of when choosing a teacher Our roles as thought leaders in the language space Learn more and access this bonus content on Patreon.Mentioned in this Episode Online Bound Podcast Elena's Instagram Elena's Facebook Elena's website Language Lessons film Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: Going from in-person tutoring in Ukraine to teaching online Facing burnout as a language teacher and figuring out how to teach in a sustainable way Finding balance by saying no to many things as a language teacher and what to say no to Differences between online and offline teaching and setting realistic expectations for both How choosing one focus can help you feel more fulfilled in your teaching career Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Fluent in 3 Months Challenge participant and Bosnian learner, Damian, chats with Benny and Shannon about finding connection with friends and family through languages.We guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Featured ResourcesFluent in 3 Months ChallengePatreon Extended EpisodeEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus questions and loads more exclusive content.Learn more and access this bonus content on Patreon.Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Challenge uTalk italki Duolingo Memrise Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: Why Damian learned Bosnian How Damian's language learning changed when he joined the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge Learning languages and music to set an example for his kids How to stay invested and motivated in your languages Connections between music and language Using scripts to prepare for conversations in another language Learning with more than one tutor and balancing the right number of lessons Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Steve Kaufmann, renowned polyglot and founder of LingQ rejoins Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy to talk about the LingQ language learning app, how intensive your language learning really needs to be and more.Featured ResourcesLingQPatreon Extended EpisodeEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to extended episodes and loads more content. Here's what you'll hear in the long-form episode: The origin story behind LingQ Steve's philosophies and practices in motivation and habits Steve's 3 survival language resources Steve's ideal day of language learning Advice to those experiencing the intermediate plateau The importance of being active physically and comparisons between sports and language Feedback Benny and Shannon have received from language learners Learn more and access this bonus content on Patreon.Mentioned in this Episode LingQ Comprehensible Input Steve's YouTube Steve's Instagram Steve's Twitter Steve's website Steve's first episode on the Language Hacking Podcast Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: LingQ and the journey to creating one of the most popular language learning tools How Steve's son Mark went from hockey player to key player at LingQ How people read more than they may realize Expanding LingQ from a reading and listening app to a tool integrated with Youtube, Netflix and other platforms New features in LingQ How Steve's own learning in LingQ has changed as new features are added Parallels between running a business and language learning How Steve's beliefs around the intensity of language learning have changed Why language learners need to be okay with uncertainty How LingQ has impacted the lives of people all over the world Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Language Hacking Podcast co-hosts, Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy, bring on Kittichai, known as “The Duke” to talk about his role at Fluent in 3 Months, learning English and Japanese, and becoming a travel vlogger.Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Challenge Kittichai's Youtube Channel Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: Learning Japanese using the Speak from Day 1 approach How Kittichai learned English and how it differed from his experience learning Japanese Working at an international company and adapting to the cultural differences How Fluent in 3 Months has influenced Kittichai's language journey Being inspired by Benny's travels and becoming a travel vlogger in Thailand Kittichai's perspective on foreigners learning Thai The biggest struggles Thai learners face Why foreigners in Thailand often don't learn Thai Using video games as a tool for learning languages Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Creator and proprietor of The Grammar Table, Ellen Jovin, joins Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy to talk about traveling the country to discuss grammar, learning the languages of New York, and finding joy in learning grammar.Featured ResourcesRebel with a ClausePatreon Extended EpisodeEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to extended episodes and loads more content. Here's what you'll hear in the long-form episode: The most common grammar questions Ellen encountered on the road with The Grammar Table How knowing more grammar frees you from the confines of grammar Ellen's ideal day with languages Ellen's advice for someone who dreads learning grammar Ways to make learning grammar easier and how to remember it better Ellen's grammar pet peeves Learn more and access this bonus content on Patreon.Mentioned in this Episode Rebel with a Clause Essential Grammar for Business Ellen's Twitter Ellen's Instagram Ellen's Facebook Ellen's website Pimsleur Vocabulearn Michel Thomas Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: Words and Worlds of New York and learning the languages of the city Why many people hate grammar and why Ellen doesn't The positives of getting outside and pairing language learning with walking The story behind “The Grammar Table” Setting boundaries around grammar and common misconceptions Ways grammar rules are actually somewhat arbitrary Regional uses of languages and loving our linguistic diversity How The Grammar Table has also been an opportunity for Ellen to learn about other languages The power of humility in all things Playing with language and loving grammar and how things are put together Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Creator of the immensely popular YouTube channel LangFocus, Paul Jorgenson, joins Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy to talk about building a Youtube channel around a passion for languages, living abroad, and language dabbling.Paul also shares his secrets for effective time management as he balances family life with his life as a creator and language learner by using non-negotiable routines.Featured ResourcesitalkiPatreon Extended EpisodeEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to extended episodes and loads more content. Here's what you'll hear in the long-form episode: How to learn languages with different writing systems without apps Tips for overcoming stress and burnout Benny and Shannon's strategies for speaking multiple languages without mixing them up Paul's language survival resources Paul's ideal day of language learning Advice for a complete beginner to language learning Learn more and access this bonus content on Patreon.Mentioned in this Episode Living Languages Hebrew italki Arabic with Maha LangFocus Website LangFocus on YouTube LangFocus on Twitter LangFocus on Instagram LangFocus on Facebook GeoFocus on YouTube Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are:Learning languages with few accessible resources Strategies for making “difficult” languages easy to learn Moving to Japan and living in Japanese Dabbling in dozens of languages as a Youtube creator in order to create content Building a YouTube channel around an interest in languages Crowdsourcing audio samples of different languages How Paul's language learning strategies have changed as tech has improved Being a public figure as an introvert Time management and the importance of non-negotiable routines as a content creator, language learner, and parent Being a role model and inspiration in the language community Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Fluent in 3 Months Challenge participant and Spanish learner, Zsuzsanna, chats with Benny and Shannon about finally finding success in language learning, the importance of friendship and connections in language, and being a gregarious introvert.We guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Featured ResourcesFluent in 3 Months ChallengePatreon Extended EpisodeEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.Mentioned in this EpisodeFluent in 3 Months ChallengeEpisode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: Learning Spanish in the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge and finally finding success in language learning How friendships and connections can make learning languages a positive experience Being a gregarious introvert and what that means for language learning The importance of consistency Raising a bilingual son Learning Spanish through a non-native language Why Office Hours are one of the best parts of the Challenge How accountability can impact your success Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Enthusiastic learner, New York resident, musician, and polyglot, Fiel Sahir, joins Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy to talk about finding mentors, learning heritage languages, studying Chinese with the Language Hacking Mandarin book, and using languages in a non-language-related field.Fiel, in his own words, says one of his greatest strengths is his endless curiosity. It's led to him making incredible connections, learning lots of languages, finding community, and a life of learning. If you're interested in learning a heritage language, learning without strictly “studying” or how music influences your language learning, this is the episode for you.Featured Resources Language Hacking Mandarin italki Patreon Extended EpisodeEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to extended episodes and loads more content. Here's what you'll hear in the long-form episode: How to learn languages without “studying” The influence music has on language learning How Benny and Shannon's language learning philosophies have developed over years of learning Fiel's future language learning plans Learn more and access this bonus content on Patreon.Mentioned in this Episode Language Hacking Mandarin italki Polyglot Gathering Glossika Anki Easy Languages Olly Richard's Books XiaoManNYC Speak from Day 1 How to Use Chunking to Fire Up Your Language Learning Fiel's Chat with Olly Richards Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: How a long car ride led to Fiel's passion for language learning Finding mentors and the role a good mentor can play in your growth The power of curiosity Studying music at a German university Learning a heritage language and connecting with culture What it's like living in one of the most multilingual cities in the world The powerful influence of community in language learning Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Fluent in 3 Months Challenge participant and Dutch learner, Corentin, chats with Benny and Shannon about “redefining” yourself as a language learner and finding success in your new identity.We guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Featured ResourcesFluent in 3 Months ChallengePatreon Extended EpisodeEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Challenge Paul Nation Microsoft To Do Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: Living in Brussels and needing to learn Dutch How to help your production in a language catch up to your comprehension When to focus on one language learning skill and when to focus on the four core skills “Redefining” yourself as a language learner Why the Challenge helped Corentin more than traditional language classes Taking control of your own language learning for success Using a to-do app to coordinate with a team while language learning Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Linguistics expert and language enthusiast, Simon Ager, talks with Benny and Elizabeth about creating one of the internet's biggest (and first) encyclopedias of languages and writing systems.On his website, omniglot.com, Simon has cataloged over 340 writing systems and collated information about more than 1,600 languages. Simon has studied a wide range of languages including Chinese, Japanese, French, German, and he has a particular interest in Celtic languages.Mentioned in this Episode Simon's Website Simon's Twitter Radio Omniglot Omniglot on Facebook Duolingo Memrise Patreon Extended EpisodeEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to extended episodes and loads more content. Here's what you'll hear in the long-form episode: Comparing learning music and languages Singing as pronunciation practice Metaskills: The skill of learning a new skill Benny and Elizabeth's best languages Learn more and access this bonus content on Patreon.Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: Making the most of immersion experiences Simon's favourite resources, including Duolingo and Memrise A typical day of language learning First steps for using Omniglot.com Using your languages to aid research on Wikipedia Getting a Masters in Linguistics, and where it can take you Celtic languages and their revival Responding to “why bother?” criticism Integrating the four pillars of language into daily life People-watching in your target language Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Professor, polyglot and all-round language expert, Alexander Argüelles, talks with Benny and Elizabeth about his routines, methods, favourite activities and language learning interests.Professor Argüelles employs his vast experience to help people learn languages through a variety of methods, including reading circles and videos on his YouTube channel, and he shares a lot of advice and inspiration during this conversation.Mentioned in this Episode Professor Argüelles‘ website Professor Argüelles‘ Q&A page Professor Argüelles‘ YouTube channel The Assimil Method Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: What it's like to be inside the brain of someone who speaks numerous languages Learning a language in 15 minutes a day Doing what you love in your language Reading in target languages A daily language learning routine How to learn a language through reading circles What shadowing is The “scriptorium” method Mythology, religion and language Digital detox and screen-free time Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

World traveler, tour coordinator, and language learner, Scott Brills, joins Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy to chat about “faking” comprehension, deep-diving into cultural experiences, and cross-country adventures around the world.Scott has an impressive travel résumé having taken part in the Mongol Rally, traversing India in a rickshaw, and building a business that provides travelers with rich cultural immersion experiences. If you're interested in travel, living abroad, or multicultural entrepreneurship, this is the episode for you.Mentioned in this Episode Scott's Website Scott's Facebook Scott's Twitter Scott's Instagram Mongol Rally Rickshaw Run Pamoja Safaris Benny's Mt. Kilimanjaro Story Patreon Extended EpisodeEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to extended episodes and loads more content. Here's what you'll hear in the long-form episode: Dealing with the logistics of building work and making a living in other countries Scott's ideal language learning routine Scott's 3 Language Survival Resources How to fit in language learning as a busy entrepreneur What the hosts' favorite languages are What languages the hosts struggled with most Memorable gaffs the hosts made in their languages Learn more and access this bonus content on Patreon.Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: Living abroad at a young age in Japan Combatting loneliness and fear of living alone in another country How to get through the roadblocks along the path to fluency Why you sometimes just need to be thrown into the deep end Running culinary tours in Japan and safaris in Tanzania Taking part in the Mongol Rally, driving through 16 countries for charity and learning to rely on the support of strangers Traveling across India in a rickshaw on three different occasions Learning a language by “faking” comprehension Gaining the confidence to approach complete strangers in another language Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Our first ever Language Hacking Podcast guest, author, and course creator, Scott Young, revisits the show to catch up with Benny and Shannon and share what's changed for him over the last two years with his language learning and projects.Scott is an expert on learning and how to work better. He's a best-selling author who took on the MIT Challenge, A Year Without English, and many more intensive learning projects. In this episode, he shares many of his thoughts on momentum, confidence, and balancing life with other pursuits.Featured Resources Ultralearning Rapid Learner Mentioned in this Episode Ultralearning Rapid Learner Scott's Website Scott's Twitter Scott's Facebook Scott's Instagram Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: How Scott's life has changed over the past two years Building a multilingual family and learning Macedonian How to stay engaged in learning Dealing with the long-term maintenance work of learning languages How to get back into learning after losing momentum and confidence Time and energy management for intensive learning projects Setting concrete learning goals Top 5 things Scott learned since our last discussion with him How to prioritize personal projects Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy

Language Hacking Podcast co-hosts, Shannon Kennedy and Elizabeth Bruckner catch up and talk about how this last year has been a time of learning, and building self-compassion and resilience in both language learning and life.Mentioned in this Episode Fluent in 3 Months Challenge Pimsleur Shannon's Spotify French Sunnyside Language Conqueror: Mindfulness Power of Now When Good Things Happen to Bad People Alcoholics Anonymous Al-Anon Overeaters Anonymous Narcotics Anonymous Debtors Anonymous Episode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are: Moving your body and language learning to help with anxiety and other negative emotions Putting yourself out there with positive energy and being open to connection The power of being quiet and observation before jumping in The art of being interested in other people and being of service to others Touch and tactile learning Sneaking in language learning in unexpected situations Keeping an index card with a list of tools and an action plan for difficult moments Mindfulness practices and language learning Re-reading your favorite books in another language 12-step meetings and using them for language learning Art and music therapy Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy