Episodes 174
Avg. Duration 56m
Activity Dormant
Since Mar 2014
Latest Episode Dec 2024

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Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
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actualfluency.com

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About This Podcast

Conversations with language learners, polyglots and teachers about what actually works when learning a language: methods, motivation and the messy reality of fluency.

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Recent Episodes

Comprehensible Input and Toki Pona with Joel (jan Telakoman)

Dec 16, 2024 46m

Kris is joined by Toki Pona speaker Joel (jan Telakoman) to discuss comprehensible input as one of the strongest approaches to language learning, plus their shared experiences learning Toki Pona.

Virtual Reality Language Learning with Katie Pascoe

Nov 09, 2024 1h 17m

Kris Broholm speaks with Katie Pascoe about virtual reality for language learning. As a co-founder of dynamiclanguages.org, Katie shares insights into how this emerging technology aids language…

Benny Lewis: Recovery from bad times, Korean Mission, and the Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp

Jun 15, 2023 54m

Kris Broholm interviews Benny Lewis about his recovery from personal struggles like divorce and debt. They discuss Benny's current Korean language mission, exploring his methodology and the meaning…

Luca Lampariello: The Impact of Mindset on Language Learning

May 12, 2023 47m

Kris Broholm welcomes polyglot Luca Lampariello back to the podcast for an update. They explore developing an effective mindset for language learning, including how to take on different identities in…

Emily Harris: Language Learning, Culture, and Perfectionism as a Transracial Adoptee

Apr 28, 2023 58m

Kris Broholm hosts Emily Harris to discuss her experiences as a transracial adoptee. They explore how cultural background, identity, and language learning intertwine when cultural ties are…

Cara Leopold - Expat Experiences, Listening Skills, and Movie Club

Apr 15, 2023 1h 13m

Kris and Cara Leopold discuss expat experiences, including culture shock and integrating into a new country like France. They also cover Cara's work helping English learners improve listening and…

Heidi Lovejoy: Perfectionism and Language Learning

Apr 01, 2023 2h 7m

Kris Broholm welcomes guest Heidi Lovejoy to discuss perfectionism in language learning. They explore how striving for perfection can hinder progress and offer strategies for overcoming this…

Rosemary Salomone - The Rise of English

Dec 18, 2021 45m

Kris and Rosemary Salomone discuss the global rise of English and its political and social implications. They examine the impact of universities teaching solely in English and Salomone's shift from…

Sadelle Wiltshire - Learning at Different Ages and Minority Languages

Nov 17, 2021 48m

Kris and Sadelle Wiltshire discuss her experiences learning languages across different ages, including how language learning keeps minds sharp at 60+. They also explore the specific challenges and…

Rick Dearman - Using Forums in Language Learning

Oct 04, 2021 41m

Kris Broholm interviews Rick Dearman, founder of language-learners.org, about using online forums for language learning success. They discuss how forums foster community and motivation, alongside…

Jennifer Degenhardt: Better School Learning and Creating Inclusive Materials

Sep 23, 2021 1h 8m

Kris Broholm welcomes Jennifer Degenhardt to discuss strategies for improving school learning. They explore methods for creating educational materials that are inclusive and benefit all students.

Liz Sharma from Talk The Streets on Portuguese

Jun 18, 2021 56m

Kris Broholm welcomes Liz Sharma from Talk The Streets to discuss European Portuguese. They cover Liz's background as a language teacher, tips for learners, and differentiating between European and…

Olle Linge: Hacking Chinese and Academic vs Non-Academic Learning

Nov 26, 2020 1h 22m

Kris Broholm interviews Hacking Chinese founder Olle Linge. They explore language learning from academic and non-academic perspectives, offering insights applicable to Chinese and other languages.

Hēmi Kelly: Māori Language and Culture

Nov 06, 2020 41m

Kris Broholm hosts Hēmi Kelly to discuss Māori language and culture. Hēmi introduces Māori as New Zealand's indigenous language, part of the Polynesian family, and explains its current status as the…

Kerstin Cable: Women in Language and Teaching Careers in Languages

Sep 09, 2020 1h 11m

Kris Broholm interviews Kerstin Cable about the Women in Language conference and how language teachers can earn income online. They also discuss Cable's personal language learning, including Mandarin…

Lina Vasquez: Mindset, Psychology, and Self-development

Aug 23, 2020 1h 33m

Kris Broholm and Lina Vasquez delve into the psychology of self-development and the drive for personal improvement. They discuss how language learning serves as a metaphor for achieving goals across…

Gloria Spagnoli: Find Your Confidence and Inner Resources

Aug 15, 2020 49m

Kris Broholm and guest Gloria Spagnoli discuss the differences between language teaching and learning. They explore how teachers can better motivate students, the impact of teacher quality, and the…

Maria Ortega Garcia: Connecting Deeper with Languages!

Jul 30, 2020 1h 7m

Kris Broholm hosts Spanish teacher Maria Ortega Garcia to explore personalizing language learning for greater fluency. They discuss methods for learners and students to connect deeper with a…

Tetsu Yung: Raising Children in 5 Languages

Jul 23, 2020 1h 1m

Kris Broholm interviews Tetsu Yung about raising his children to speak five languages. They discuss Yung's specific method for fostering multilingualism and how the approach has evolved as his…

Peter Strang: From the UK to Russia

Jul 07, 2020 1h 12m

Kris Broholm interviews Peter Strang about his move from the UK to rural Russia. Peter shares his experience becoming an English teacher, learning Russian, and assimilating into the local culture,…

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