
257: The Rules of Language Learning (Part 1)
In this episode, Olly begins a new series covering what he believes to be the fundamental rules of language learning. The Rules: 1. Study at your desk 2. Don’t learn grammar before you need it 3. Rev...
26 Apr 201823min

249: What do you think of Memrise?
Nick asks: "What do you think of Memrise?" Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, visit: https://iwillteachyoualang...
23 Mars 201814min

247: People criticise my accent goals
Mattias asks: “How should you react to criticism from your peers in trying to perfect your accent?” Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson an...
7 Mars 201815min

246: Why do gurus advise against learning multiple languages?
Paul asks: “Why do gurus advise against learning multiple languages at the same time?” Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start speak...
28 Feb 201812min

245: Whats the use of passive listening?
Owain asks: “What is the value of passive, unfocused listening?” Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, visit: http...
23 Feb 201816min

244: I go blank when I talk on Skype
In this solo episode, Olly talks about how to get over your fear of Skype lessons Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start speaking t...
20 Feb 201817min

243: Is translation a BAD thing?
In this solo episode, Olly talks about translation and its implications in language learning. Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and star...
18 Feb 201817min

242: What to expect from me in 2018
In this episode, Olly reflects on the past year and speaks about what you should expect from him in 2018. Start speaking today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free les...
13 Feb 201817min





















