Inner French podcast creator and host, Hugo Cotton, chats with Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy about using languages as tools to learn about other things, choosing compelling language content, and how to use what you’re hearing in another language in conversations.
Mar 23
Are you not ready yet, or is the situation what’s wrong?
I shared how reactivating my Mandarin has put me in an unusual stage of language learning: I am far beyond beginner level, but still rusty enough that real social situations can feel overwhelming. At one language exchange in Taiwan, I quickly realized the setting itself was worki ... Show More
6m 53s
Mar 16
Why My First Mandarin Project Almost Broke Me (And How I Fixed My Approach)
In this episode, I look back at my first Mandarin project in 2012, which became the most stressful language challenge I had ever faced. I set a public goal of reaching fluency in three months, but the growing attention brought heavy criticism, pressure, and emotional exhaustion. ... Show More
10m 29s
Apr 2023
La Historia de un Apasionado Profesor de Idiomas Parte 1 - The Story of a Passionate Language Teacher Part 1
<p>In the first part of this podcast episode, Joel Zárate, a passionate Spanish language teacher and producer of several podcasts, including "Conversations in Spanish and Other Languages," "Help me Learn Spanish, Joel," and "Mini Stories to Learn Spanish, ... Show More
28m 58s
Apr 2023
La Historia de un Apasionado Profesor de Idiomas Parte 2 | The Story of a Passionate Language Teacher Part 2
<p>Join us in the second part of our interview with Joel where he shares his experience creating content for Spanish learners, including his new novel “Los Diamantes de Esmeralda." As a language learner himself, Joel understands the importance of accessible and useful conten ... Show More
24m 22s
<p><strong> </strong></p><br><p>Wondering what the English Learning for Curious Minds podcast is all about, who is behind it, and whether it's for you?</p><p>In today's inaugural episode, we'll cover who should be listening to the podcast (<em>hint - if you want to improve your E ... Show More
<p>David asks: "How can I understand more of what's said in my salsa class?"</p> <h2>In Today's Episode:</h2> <ul> <li>Taking classes in your target language is a great way to get more exposure to the target language</li> <li>Friends, communities, and shared experiences will all ... Show More
