Actual Fluency Podcast

Kris Broholm welcomes Robin MacPherson to discuss the emotional and psychological journey of living abroad and learning languages. They explore the deeper aspects of finding home, happiness, and loneliness, including the often-overlooked negative experiences of expatriate life. This episode focuses on the human side of living in a foreign country.

Robin MacPherson is on the show and shares his intense story of the difficulties he faced when trying to live in a foreign country and learning the culture.

Kris Broholm and Lindsay Dow discuss language learning, motivation, and optimizing tutoring experiences. They also explore TEFL certification, Lindsay's experience teaching English in Costa Rica, and how to pronounce Italki.

Kris Broholm interviews Austrian polyglot and blogger Dani Maizner. They discuss lessons Dani learned over 15 years of studying nine languages, including her "aha moments" in language acquisition. Kris also outlines his new format featuring experienced but lesser-known language learners.

Kris Broholm shares his "language trifecta" for independent language learning. He outlines three essential components: an introduction to the language, a method for vocabulary acquisition, and opportunities for speaking and writing practice. Kris also provides specific resources and tools for each aspect.

Kris Broholm interviews Steve Kaufmann, a Canadian superpolyglot and entrepreneur. Steve shares his language learning journey, offers best tips, and discusses his 90-day Korean challenge. They also explore the LingQ language learning platform.

Kris Broholm interviews Seán Young, an experienced language teacher, to discuss effective language teaching methods. They explore what defines a great teacher, critique traditional school instruction, and share Seán's personal strategies for language learning.

SeĂ n Young has taught Languages for more than 30 years and comes on the Podcast to share his philosophies and ninja tricks on how to become a better language teacher. We also go into how he learns languages and how to balance teaching with learning.

Kris Broholm hosts Judith Meyer, who shares her inspiring language learning journey and general tips. They discuss motivation, goal setting, and Meyer's experience learning Indonesian. Meyer also reveals a special secret for attendees of the Polyglot Berlin conference.

Kris Broholm hosts Ellen Jovin, who has studied over 17 languages. They discuss her unique philosophy of language learning for pure enjoyment, focusing on motivations and methods for diverse linguistic acquisition.