Actual Fluency Podcast

Kris Broholm interviews Iker Uriarte, Italki's Marketing Director. They discuss Italki's mission to connect language learners with teachers, its origins, and Iker's personal language learning experiences. Iker shares his journey learning Basque, English, and French, highlighting the value of practical language use.

Kris Broholm hosts Marija Dobrovolska from Deutsch mit Maria. They discuss Marija's background as a native Russian speaker in Latvia, including the country's linguistic and political dynamics. The conversation also covers her journey to becoming a full-time German teacher and building her successful online business.

Kris Broholm speaks with Silver Ilves, co-founder of Magic Lingua, a voice recognition language learning app. They discuss Silver's language background, the company's development, its Kickstarter launch, and future plans. The conversation also covers applying Lean Startup principles to language learning businesses.

Kris Broholm welcomes Tamara Marie from Spanish Con Salsa, who teaches Spanish using music. They discuss why music is beneficial for language learning. Kris also shares his experiences applying music to his Russian studies.

Kris Broholm welcomes Norbert Wierzbicki, a Polish teacher and linguist, to discuss his journey becoming a language teacher. They cover Norbert's personal language learning background, including his experiences with English and Hungarian, and extensive world travels. The conversation also explores effective and underrated methods and techniques for learning languages.

Kris Broholm welcomes Andrew Feinberg to discuss his experiences learning Japanese. Andrew shares insights from his time teaching English in Japan through the JET Program, contrasting it with his prior Norwegian learning journey. They also offer practical cultural and linguistic tips for those planning to visit Japan.

Kris Broholm welcomes Lindie Botes to discuss her experiences growing up immersed in various languages and cultures. They explore the unique journey of navigating different linguistic and cultural environments from a young age. The conversation delves into the impact of this upbringing on identity and language acquisition.

Kris Broholm and guest Gabriel Gelman discuss Gabriel's personal language learning journey, from his bilingual upbringing to immersion experiences in Australia and France. They cover practical methods and strategies to help listeners achieve faster and better language learning results.

Kris Broholm interviews Àdhamh Ó Broin about the languages of Scotland, providing a primer on their history and development. They discuss the role of minority languages like Scottish Gaelic, Àdhamh's personal journey of reclaiming his ancestral tongue, and cultural preservation in the face of globalization.

Kris Broholm speaks with author Marek Kohn about his book "Four Words For Friend." They discuss the societal benefits of multiple languages, focusing on challenges in the UK regarding foreign language education, integration, and nationalism, using Brexit as a context. Kohn explains his motivation for writing on the importance of language understanding.