239: 9 ways to start an argument about language learning (Part 1)
In the first of a two-part episode, Olly reveals the 9 easiest ways to start an argument about language learning. Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your ...
30 Jan 201813min
238: How often should my teacher correct my mistakes?
26 Jan 201814min
237: Do we need vacations from language learning?
Nicolás asks: "Do we need vacations from language learning?" Episode Summary: My life is full of examples of doing things better after a long break Our brains can only achieve so much by focused atte...
9 Jan 201812min
236: How can I create my own study material?
Louise asks: "How can I make my own learning material?" Episode Summary: I have a long history of making my own material I want to study with things that interest me In Japan, I would record train an...
5 Jan 201816min
234: How to resolve your language dilemmas
Massoud ask: "I'm worried about what will happen if I learn German. What should I do?" Episode Summary: You may have a language learning dilemma and not know how to resolve it It's always best to dis...
27 Dec 201714min
233: The dubious benefits of immersion
In this solo episode, Olly discusses whether immersion is all it's cracked up to be. Episode Summary: Immersion is always held up as the "holy grail" of language learning Definition: Spending all day...
19 Dec 201720min
232: Why you shouldn't listen to "slow audio"
In this solo episode, Olly discusses whether listening to "slow audio" is useful. Episode Summary: News in Slow Spanish-type sites are becoming increasing popular With Yabla you can slow down the aud...
16 Dec 201718min
231: Should I be concerned about my accent?
Raffy asks: "Should I be concerned about my accent?" Episode Summary: Accents are a highly personal topic I inhabit a world in London where virtually everyone I meet has an accent Your accent is like...
12 Dec 201712min
