057: Extensive listening - good or bad?

057: Extensive listening - good or bad?

Andy asks: "Is extensive listening effective?"

In this episode:
  • When listening to language too far above your level is unproductive
  • i+1 and why it matters
  • How the same podcast can be effective for beginners and advanced learners in different ways
  • Is it still worth listening to advanced audio even if it's too hard?

Specific tips:

  • Listen to one piece of audio many times over
  • Listen to things you're already familiar with
Resources mentioned in today's episode: Start s

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