011: I'm 17. Should I bother learning a language?

011: I'm 17. Should I bother learning a language?

Today's episode features a question from Ben: "I'm 17. Should I bother learning a language, when technology can already do so much for us?"

In this episode:
  • Technology is advancing quickly
  • We're getting to the stage where technology can translate for us
  • Is it still worth learning a language in 2015 with all this technology?
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009: How can I avoid confusing two languages?

009: How can I avoid confusing two languages?

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008: How can I make sure I don't forget a word?

008: How can I make sure I don't forget a word?

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006: Which is better - intensive or extensive reading?

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005: How can I learn vocab from songs?

005: How can I learn vocab from songs?

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004: Can you learn 3 languages at the same time?

004: Can you learn 3 languages at the same time?

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003: How can I stay motivated in my language learning?

003: How can I stay motivated in my language learning?

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002: The story of my 8 languages

002: The story of my 8 languages

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