Azren The Language Nerd

The Language Learning Show

My name is Azren and on this podcast I share useful language learning tips. I also give you a behind-the-scenes look at any language learning projects I am working on. Right now, I am on an ambitious mission to help 100,000 people/year reach their fluency goals and I talk about that frequently on the podcast.

Author

Azren The Language Nerd

Category

Education

Podcast website

azrenthelanguagenerd.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

View Language Learning Through a Lens of Progress 24.11.2023

Enjoy the episode! Contact me if you have any comments or questions.

Don't Reinvent the Wheel 22.11.2023

Enjoy today's episode! Contact me if you have any comments or questions.

Walking Vulnerably Forward Toward What I Want 18.11.2023

Enjoy this 1.5 hour exploration of my Heart of Hearts.

Problems with Language Learning and Teaching Resources 17.11.2023

This is a continuation of yesterday's podcast episode. I talk about a few problems I'm thinking about when it comes to resources that exist to learn or teach languages. I also propose a few potential solutions that I've been considering. Enjoy! Azren https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

Hope 16.11.2023

A short rant about a few things on my mind. This post is about 60% related to language learning and 40% personal. Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions.

Learn 2x More, 2x Faster 14.11.2023

In this episode I talk about a couple of personal insecurities and then transition into a few useful language learning tips to expedite your progress in another language.

Quick Update: Accelerated Learning Program 13.11.2023

Long day today - this is all I have time to post today. Time to rest.

Happy Diwali! 11.11.2023

I am on my way to a family gathering for Diwali and had a quick thought I wanted to share about the connection between confidence and fluency. Contact me for more info regarding the accelerated learning programs for French and Spanish: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

Minimal Pair Training 10.11.2023

A short podcast talking about 1 strategy to improve your listening comprehension skills. Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions!

How to Go from Intermediate to Advanced 10.11.2023

I think you'll find this useful - enjoy! Https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

6 Simple Pieces of Language Learning Advice 09.11.2023

Getting practical today - hope you find this helpful. Https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

A...B...C 08.11.2023

An undedited, 1-take episode. Enjoy! Https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact @polyglotazren

You Can Do It! 07.11.2023

Some words of encouragement :)

How I Became Fluent in 5 Languages 05.11.2023

Enjoy the episode! Contact me @polyglotazren or https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments/questions.

8 Language Learning Insights from the Past Week 05.11.2023

Enjoy today's podcast! Contact me @polyglotazren or at azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions.

Experimental Teaching and Learning Methods 03.11.2023

In case you didn't know, I've recently started a new project: figure out how to teach adults another language 2-3x faster than what is currently thought to be possible. It's intimidating to set such a goal. I don't know if I will succeed. In today's episode, I discuss a few of the experimental methods I've been developing and testing. Feel free to contact me at https://azre...

24 Minutes of Honesty and Vulnerability 01.11.2023

On my blog ( https://azren.substack.com ) I've been exploring my honest beliefs, thoughts, feelings, and plans in my personal and professional life. The blog readers have found my writing insightful, interesting, relatable, and helpful. I thought I could make videos and podcasts using the same mentality I have when I've been writing. If you have any comments or feedback, feel free to conta...

I think this has held me back in life 26.10.2023

I suppose realizing this now is better than never realizing it. If you want to take me up on my offer for free lessons, contact me @polyglotazren on instagram or email me by visiting azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

Here's why you feel stuck in another language 23.10.2023

I hope this helps you get un-stuck! If you have any comments or questions, don't hesitate to reach out at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact The main topics I cover in this video are: 1. You are actually progressing, but you don't know it 2. You're not dedicating enough time or energy to language learning 3. "The Intermediate Plateau" 4. Your attention is split Here&#39...

Hear Me Speak in Mandarin: Level Update After 9 Years 22.10.2023

I began learning Mandarin in 2014. In this podcast, I explain how I learned the language, describe my level, and speak in Mandarin for a few minutes. Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions!

Untold Story of My Business, The Calgary Language Nerds 21.10.2023

I got very personal in this episode. This is the audio from a video I made for my LinkedIn. Feel free to contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions.

6 Mental Frameworks for Overcoming Fear or Anxiety 16.10.2023

Big thanks to Brian for this question. I hope you all find this podcast helpful. Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any questions.

Balancing Fun and Discomfort 16.10.2023

Thanks to Amber for this question on how to have fun and step out of your comfort zone when learning a language :) Submit your questions by visiting https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

Language learning is hard for you because of 2 different categories of factors 14.10.2023

The first category is how you spend your time and energy when studying (e.g., resources you use.) The second is non-linguistic lifestyle choices (e.g., sleep quality, stress levels, nutrition.) Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions.

I'm usually indecisive. Now I'm not. Here's what's changed. 12.10.2023

Decision paralysis has been a problem in my life since childhood. I would analyze everything. However, that's recently changed. Here's what I do now. Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any questions or comments.

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