StoryLearning Podcast

By Olly Richards

Got a burning language learning question? I’m Olly Richards and I've learned 8 languages through stories. Every Wednesday, I answer your questions and chat to world-class language experts. Whether you... more

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StoryLearning Podcast episodes:

November 25, 2015066: What does it feel like at different language levels?
Andy asks: "What does it feel like to speak at different levels of a language?"
In this episode:
What it feels like at different stages of a language:
A1: Very basic, self-introductions
A2: Greater awareness, but communication is difficult
B1: Can hold a conversation, but range of expression is restricted and limited to the concrete
B2: Can hold conversations comfortably on a variety of topics, including abstract and less common ones
C1: Conversation is easy, mistakes are fewer, and you fit in naturally in social situations
C2: A strong command of the language in almost all situations, including academic
Resources mentioned in today's episode:
Olly's interview in Portuguese on the MyPolyglot podcast
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14min
November 25, 2015066: What does it feel like at different language levels?
Andy asks: "What does it feel like to speak at different levels of a language?"
In this episode:
What it feels like at different stages of a language:
A1: Very basic, self-introductions
A2: Greater awareness, but communication is difficult
B1: Can hold a conversation, but range of expression is restricted and limited to the concrete
B2: Can hold conversations comfortably on a variety of topics, including abstract and less common ones
C1: Conversation is easy, mistakes are fewer, and you fit in naturally in social situations
C2: A strong command of the language in almost all situations, including academic
Resources mentioned in today's episode:
Olly's interview in Portuguese on the MyPolyglot podcast
CEFR language descriptors
Start speaking today
I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit:http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/italkishownotes
Do you have a question?
Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I’ll do my best to feature it on the show! Also, please subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast! If you’ve got any comments about the show then please leave them in the “comments” section below! If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could…
Share the episode using the social media buttons around you
Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes (click here to do that)
iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring language learners out there! See you in the next episode of the I Will Teach You A Language podcast!
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14min
November 19, 2015065: My CRAZY 5am language routine - Part 2
In this episode I give you a run-down of my latest language learning routine, and what you can learn from it!
In this episode:
This is a continuation from episode 64. 3 key questions to ask yourself when setting up a routine:
What do I need to do?
What resources do I need?
What will stop me succeeding?
Resources mentioned in today's episode:
Sample language learning routine
Glossika - fantastic listening drills available in lots of different languages
GoodDrama.net - Asian drama repository
Start speaking today
I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit:http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/italkishownotes
Do you have a question?
Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I’ll do my best to feature it on the show! Also, please subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast! If you’ve got any comments about the show then please leave them in the “comments” section below! If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could…
Share the episode using the social media buttons around you
Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes (click here to do that)
iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring language learners out there! See you in the next episode of the I Will Teach You A Language podcast!
...more
15min
November 19, 2015065: My CRAZY 5am language routine - Part 2
In this episode I give you a run-down of my latest language learning routine, and what you can learn from it!
In this episode:
This is a continuation from episode 64. 3 key questions to ask yourself when setting up a routine:
What do I need to do?
What resources do I need?
What will stop me succeeding?
Resources mentioned in today's episode:
Sample language learning routine
Glossika - fantastic listening drills available in lots of different languages
GoodDrama.net - Asian drama repository
Start speaking today
I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit:http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/italkishownotes
Do you have a question?
Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I’ll do my best to feature it on the show! Also, please subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast! If you’ve got any comments about the show then please leave them in the “comments” section below! If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could…
Share the episode using the social media buttons around you
Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes (click here to do that)
iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring language learners out there! See you in the next episode of the I Will Teach You A Language podcast!
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iwillteachyoualanguage/message
...more
15min
November 18, 2015064: My CRAZY 5am language routine - Part 1
In this episode I give you a run-down of my latest language learning routine, and what you can learn from it!
In this episode:
Why wake up at 5am?
What your core study time should be
How to use dead time
How to use down time
Resources mentioned in today's episode:
Sample language learning routine
Start speaking today
I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit:h
...more
16min
November 18, 2015064: My CRAZY 5am language routine - Part 1
In this episode I give you a run-down of my latest language learning routine, and what you can learn from it!
In this episode:
Why wake up at 5am?
What your core study time should be
How to use dead time
How to use down time
Resources mentioned in today's episode:
Sample language learning routine
Start speaking today
I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit:h
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iwillteachyoualanguage/message
...more
16min
November 13, 2015063: Can texting improve spoken fluency?
Andy asks: "I've found that texting really helps fluency in my target language...but does it work for everyone?"
In this episode:
The benefits of text chat in a foreign language
Common expressions
Natural interaction
The ability to practice often
Like speaking, but slowed down!
Resources mentioned in today's episode:
Olly on Periscope
HelloTalk - my video review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bixMSfNIgtw
7 ways you can use texting to your advantage in the classroom - from Global Digital Citizen
Start speaking today
I’d like to thank
...more
11min
November 13, 2015063: Can texting improve spoken fluency?
Andy asks: "I've found that texting really helps fluency in my target language...but does it work for everyone?"
In this episode:
The benefits of text chat in a foreign language
Common expressions
Natural interaction
The ability to practice often
Like speaking, but slowed down!
Resources mentioned in today's episode:
Olly on Periscope
HelloTalk - my video review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bixMSfNIgtw
7 ways you can use texting to your advantage in the classroom - from Global Digital Citizen
Start speaking today
I’d like to thank
...more
11min
November 10, 2015062: How can I restart learning a language?
Shaghayegh asks: "How can I restart learning a language? I haven't studied for 3 months and I'm forgetting everything."
In this episode:
If you've taken time off, get right back to it!
The language is still there in your head!
Two focusing questions:
What effective activity can I do for 15 minutes only?
What did I used to do that was so effective?
Resources mentioned in today's episode:
Polyglot Pub - brand new language event in London!
How to resurrect your high school Spanish - an interesting article from Tim Ferriss
Start speaking today
I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit:http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/italkishownotes
Do you have a question?
Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I’ll do my best to feature it on the show! Also, please subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast! If you’ve got any comments about the show then please leave them in the “comments” section below! If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could…
Share the episode using the social media buttons around you
Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes (click here to do that)
iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring language learners out there! See you in the next episode of the I Will Teach You A Language podcast!
...more
9min
November 10, 2015062: How can I restart learning a language?
Shaghayegh asks: "How can I restart learning a language? I haven't studied for 3 months and I'm forgetting everything."
In this episode:
If you've taken time off, get right back to it!
The language is still there in your head!
Two focusing questions:
What effective activity can I do for 15 minutes only?
What did I used to do that was so effective?
Resources mentioned in today's episode:
Polyglot Pub - brand new language event in London!
How to resurrect your high school Spanish - an interesting article from Tim Ferriss
Start speaking today
I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit:http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/italkishownotes
Do you have a question?
Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I’ll do my best to feature it on the show! Also, please subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast! If you’ve got any comments about the show then please leave them in the “comments” section below! If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could…
Share the episode using the social media buttons around you
Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes (click here to do that)
iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring language learners out there! See you in the next episode of the I Will Teach You A Language podcast!
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iwillteachyoualanguage/message
...more
9min

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How many episodes does StoryLearning Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 734 episodes available.

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