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May 2021
37m 35s

401 - The 3 secrets of adult language le...

OLLY RICHARDS
About this episode

In this episode, I speak with Elisa Polese, a professional language teacher, coach, and author well-known for teaching multiple languages at once in the same classroom! To date, she has studied a staggering 25 languages, and teaches 13 of them, including Italian, German, English, Spanish, Russian, French, Dutch, Catalan, Portuguese, Greek, Hindi, Arabic, and Esperanto!

In our conversation, we discuss:

  • How she has managed to learn so many languages and how you can do the same!
  • Why she encourages language learners to speak from day one.
  • Elisa's 3 golden secrets to help adult language learners succeed.

We even get into an impromptu Russian lesson near the end, so stick around if you want to hear me try my hand at a new language!

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Olly's Language Courses

If you're learning a new language, or improving an existing one, then check out my language  courses. From complete beginner courses, to grammar and listening training, I've created unique, story-based programmes to help you reach you language goals. 

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https://www.iwillteachyoualanguage.com/language-courses-select-your-language


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