The Actual Fluency Podcast for Language Learners

Kris Broholm and Claudio Santori discuss Blue Blue, Santori's language learning tool designed to find level-appropriate real content. Santori shares his journey learning Finnish and Lithuanian, which inspired Blue Blue's development. He explains how the software customizes content like jokes, music, and news based on a learner's known vocabulary.

Kris Broholm interviews Dr. Anthony Metivier about memory palaces. They discuss what memory palaces are and how they function, with Kris asking fundamental questions for listeners. Metivier shares his expertise on applying memory techniques to various subjects, including language learning.

Kris Broholm and Anthony Lauder discuss the meaning of "expat" and common relocation challenges. Anthony shares practical tips and debunks myths for those moving abroad, drawing from his experience living in multiple countries, including a decade in the Czech Republic. They also cover making new friends in a foreign land.

Kris Broholm interviews guest Chuck Smith in this season two premiere. They discuss Duolingo and "The Polyglot Gathering".

Kris Broholm welcomes Benny Lewis to the Actual Fluency Podcast season finale. They discuss Benny's inspiration for Kris's language learning journey and the motivation provided by Benny's "Fluent in Three Months" blog. The episode focuses on Benny's encouragement for language learners.

Kris Broholm and Glossika founder Mike Campbell discuss sentence-based learning, its advantages, and the Glossika method. They also explore traditional classroom learning, along with dialects and normalization in language acquisition.

Kris and his guest discuss how to identify and avoid burnout in language learning. They explore common reasons burnouts occur and share practical techniques for overcoming them.

Kris Broholm interviews Gabriel Wyner, author of "Fluent Forever." They discuss achieving perfect pronunciation and the effective use of flashcards for language learning. The conversation explores strategies from Wyner's acclaimed book.

Kris Broholm welcomes Robin MacPherson to discuss the evolution of his language learning method. Robin details the specific changes he made, which led to significant improvements in his French speaking ability. They share practical pointers and personal experiences for developing effective language learning strategies.

Today I'm talking to Vladimir Georgiev, a Bulgarian national who ventured on to Learn Danish and even live in Denmark for an extended period of time.

Kris Broholm interviews Benson Hoy, a polyglot web developer, about the intersection of programming and language learning. They discuss programming as a location-independent career for language learners, with Benson sharing practical tips for getting started.

Kris Broholm shares his unpublished blog post, focusing on the importance of clear and specific goals for language learning. He discusses wisdom gained from his studies and influences like Michael Hyatt. This episode introduces a new podcast format where Kris reads his popular blog posts.

Kris Broholm welcomes Christopher Huff, a long-time polyglot community member. They discuss the artificial language Toki Pona and Christopher's experiences at polyglot gatherings. The conversation also covers Christopher's move to China as a teacher and his journey learning Chinese.

Kris Broholm hosts a solo episode of the Actual Fluency Podcast, sharing ten language learning lessons he has learned. He discusses insights gained from 39 interviews, including the importance of getting tutoring and committing to practice. Kris aims to help listeners learn languages more efficiently based on his own journey.

Kris Broholm welcomes guest André Müller to discuss his experiences. They explore André's journey studying linguistics and the practical aspects of learning various writing systems and scripts. The conversation provides insights into language acquisition from a linguistic perspective.

Kris Broholm welcomes Ladan Jiracek, a guest who has explored over 80 countries. They delve into practical travel wisdom, sharing tips for making trips cheaper and finding accommodation. Ladan also reveals his most surprising favorite global destination.

Kris Broholm interviews Alex Rawlings, "Most multilingual student of Britain," who speaks over ten languages. They discuss Alex's language learning journey and his approach to Russian. Alex also shares his current challenges learning Hungarian after moving to Budapest.

Kris Broholm and Conor Clyne continue their discussion on language learning. They explore practical applications for using a language, focusing on effective speaking techniques. The conversation also delves into specifics about learning Russian.

Kris Broholm interviews Conor Clyne, who transformed from speaking only English to over ten languages. They discuss Conor's language learning journey, including his preferred methods, techniques, and experiences acquired while traveling. This episode is the first of a two-part conversation.

Kris Broholm and guest Alberto Arrighini discuss personal development and motivation. They explore overcoming motivation struggles in language learning and daily life. The episode offers practical self-improvement tips applicable to various life areas beyond languages.

Kris Broholm welcomes Kerstin Hammes to discuss how to become a better language teacher. They explore Kerstin's successful online teaching business model, sharing concrete strategies for improving teaching practice and increasing revenue. The episode offers valuable tips for both aspiring and current language educators.

Kris Broholm interviews Leszek Trybała, a 17-year-old polyglot from Poland living in Sweden. They discuss the "young polyglot revolution" and the sources of Leszek's high motivation for learning multiple languages, particularly his extensive flashcarding on Memorized.

Kris Broholm and guest Luca Lampariello discuss time management strategies for language learning. They explore the spiritual advantages gained from language acquisition and delve into Luca's personal definition of "the polyglot dream.

Kris Broholm welcomes Judith Meyer to discuss learning Chinese. They explore strategies for character acquisition and initial learning steps. The conversation also covers Meyer's development of LearnYu.com, an automated Chinese learning service.

Kris Broholm welcomes Victor Berrjod to discuss his approach to learning Asian languages. Victor shares insights into mastering Japanese, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Korean. The episode also features a conversation about the Goldlist method for vocabulary acquisition.