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Aug 2024
39m 11s

De Bombero a Bilingüe: El Camino de Babb...

Spanish and Go
About this episode

Michael Babb, affectionately known as Babbs, shares his inspiring journey from being a hesitant Spanish speaker to confidently using the language in everyday situations. Listen to his experiences from our immersion retreats in Oaxaca and Guanajuato, and learn how he overcame his fear of making mistakes to fully embrace the language. Babs’ story is a testament to the power of perseverance and offers valuable insights for anyone looking to improve their Spanish skills.

Key Takeaways:

  • Overcoming the fear of making mistakes is crucial to language learning.
  • Immersing yourself in the language through travel and practice leads to unexpected and rewarding experiences.
  • Consistent practice, even through daily conversations and media consumption, significantly enhances language proficiency.

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