The How to Learn Languages Podcast

Lofty goals look sexy on paper but are really self sabotage for a language learner. Let's talk about what to do instead.

With all the options out there, how do you choose the right book for your level in your new language? We'll discuss some ideas.

In this episode we wil break down the technique I teach and use for writing called the two color method.

Journaling can be both helpful, and intimidating, especially if the concept is new to you. Let's break down how to journal in your target language.

I am asked a lot about the usefulness of Duolingo, and whether technology is a blessing or a curse for learning languages, so let's discuss!

There are more ways to be immersed in your language than you think.

Tips from a tutor about how to choose a tutor who is a good fit for your language learning journey.

Let's talk about the ever controversial concept of AI, and how to use (and not use) it to learn a language.

How to choose podcasts to learn languages.

We'll talk about where, in the world, in your home and in between, to study languages.

Tips on the timing of language study, like how long, what time of day, and how often.

Ideas for learning vocabulary without drowning in a pile of flashcards or getting bored to death.

Let's start the season with some encouragement! We are all in this together, after all.

After an episode about what inevitably goes wrong, let's use this last episode of the season to end on a high note! We'll talk about the goals, milestones, and wins to celebrate along the way as you learn a language. For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4 For help with learning Spanish...

We talk about the inevitability of a rut in your practice, and how to handle the mental game of learning a language for the long term. For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4 For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

We'll talk about when it's time to invest in your language learning in this episode. As a person who makes her living off of teaching a language, this advice may not be what you're expecting. For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4 For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting....

So you have a plan, and you know you need to make adjustments month to month. Something else to experiment with and change as you go, is how and when you study. We'll discuss some ways to test out different ideas, so you can always find the time to sneak in some language learning. For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/...

Building a tracker is one thing, following is another, and the ultimate level of learning is to recap and reflect on how you did, month to month, in your language learning. This episode will show you how. For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4 For help with learning Spanish, visit grin...

I swear by and use the method that I will be sharing in this episode - if you want to have something tangible to hold you accountable, show you a progress bar, and keep you well-rounded in your language learning, let's talk about how to build a tracker! For templates and a visual walkthrough of how to build a tracker, get my Udemy course, through this link: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-lear...

As with anything that will take your time, energy, and money, it's my duty to ask: Are you ready for this? To not only make a study plan and tracker, but to invest the time into sticking with it? If you're ready for some real talk, see you in this episode! For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C...

Now that you know what the four pillars of learning are (reading, writing, listening and speaking), let's chat about what some ideas are for practicing each one. Be ready to take notes! For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4 For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

Learn about the four things you have to do to be conversationally proficient and beyond in any language, and why you need to be doing all four, as early as possible! For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4 For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

Listen in for two quick tips for how to get your language learning journey started off right, or for how to get back on track. For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4 For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com