284: How to learn colloquial Arabic with limited resources
Ron asks: "How do you learn colloquial language with limited resources?" In Today's Episode: There's a perennial problem with materials in minority languages Textbooks are simple and boring The next...
26 Okt 201819min
283: Has your approach to learning vocabulary changed?
Fletcher asks: "Have your views on flashcards changed?" In Today's Episode: I've been using input-based methods to learn languages recently But does this change my approach to learning vocabulary wit...
24 Okt 201817min
282: How important is it to review notes after lessons?
Johanna asks: "How important is it to review your lesson notes?" In Today's Episode: The principle of review is super important In the past, I've spent 15 minutes at the end of the day reviewing what...
19 Okt 201815min
281: October Update from Olly
In this solo episode, Olly gives you some updates on what's been going on. In Today's Episode: Update on the Short Story Book launch, worldwide and in US & Canada How to claim your book launch bonuse...
17 Okt 201817min
280: Interview with Olly from the Reaching for Words podcast
In this episode, you're going to hear an interview I did on another podcast, the newly-released Reaching for Words show. The reason I wanted to share this episode on this show was that I thought the i...
2 Okt 201843min
279: Learning a new language as a couple
Austin asks: "Any tips for learning French together with my wife?" In Today's Episode: Learning your partner's language can be fraught with problems Learning a new language with your partner sounds l...
27 Sep 201811min
278: How to make revision effective & fun
Maria asks: How can I integrate revision into my schedule? In Today's Episode: Revision needs to be meaningful and you need to know it works It's possible to waste a lot of time with revision, time t...
25 Sep 201821min
277: How to supplement university language courses
Ellen asks: How should I supplement my university language course? In Today's Episode: It's good to think about how you want your language skills to develop post-uni, not just how to pass your exams!...
21 Sep 201816min
