Aug 12

Episode 1000! 🎉

Here it is, finally! The long-awaited episode 1000. It has taken me weeks to finish this. If you listen, you will understand why it has taken so long! This is a celebration of this podcast after 17 years and 1000 episodes. It includes a lot of rambling, an interview with my broth ... Show More

3h 36m

Jul 29

Sherlock Holmes & The Adventure of the Man with the Twisted Lip 🕵 [999]

Back by popular demand, here is another Sherlock Holmes mystery for episode 999. How will Watson deal with his mini-mission to an opium den, before joining Holmes on one of his most singular cases so far, attempting to solve the disappearance of a gentleman and the suspicious inv ... Show More

3h 14m

Jul 21

Rambling in the Countryside 🏡 (feat. my daughter) [998]

Some podcast housekeeping is necessary in this episode, as I talk about current LEP news, moving into a house in the countryside, sketchy plans for episode 1000, an update on the scary story competition, final thoughts on the World Cup, and more. My daughter joins me with various ... Show More

58m 25s

Feb 2023

My Experience Learning Languages | E5

[E5] Today we talk about my own personal journey learning Spanish and then French. We talk about the old, traditional method of learning languages by studying grammar and memorizing words on flashcards --- and how that compares to learning a language naturally - by listening, rea ... Show More

25m 29s

Jun 2020

Lessons about language learning which I learnt… in my kitchen!!

While trying my hand at new baking techniques, I have come to learn a few valuable lessons which can also apply to learning a language… French for instance! In this episode I’m sharing a personal baking experience and talking about fear, analysis-paralysis, trial and error and ev ... Show More

13m 59s

Jul 2020

FYW 213: Listen to a real French lesson! (French session #4)

Listen to a real French lesson that I recorded with John, a student from the USA! John wanted to focus on a general conversation. I interrupted him here and there to correct or point out a few grammatical or pronunciation points and give him relevant vocabulary. If you’ve enjoyed ... Show More

32m 41s

Feb 2021

#96 My Biggest Struggle with Language Learning

Sharing personal stories and my biggest language struggles.Show notes page - https://levelupenglish.school/podcast96Become a Level Up Member - https://levelupenglish.schoolTranscript - https://levelupenglish.school/transcripts(Members Only)➡️ Join the Free Mini Course - https://w ... Show More

24m 35s

Nov 2023

695 - Longer Conversations

I think that learning another language is not just about grammar and vocabulary. How about you? Oh, and that reminds me. I wanted to let you know what today’s lesson is all about. And by the way, I’m sure you’re going to find this useful.Join my Podcast Learner's Study Group here ... Show More

5m 35s

Aug 2025

#339 How NOT To Learn a Language

Inspired by a viral video of a Chinese boy doing his English homework, I thought I'd make an episode where I list 10 common mistakes that language learners make and what you should avoid.To be clear, I'm sure that boy will master English one day, and my comments were more of a cr ... Show More

40m 47s

Oct 2020

381 - 7 big regrets about my language learning

<h2>In this episode, I tell you about 7 of my biggest regrets in language learning.</h2> <h2><strong>Do You Have A Question?</strong></h2> <p>This show exists to answer your language learning questions! Send me your questions by visiting:</p> <p><a href="https://www.iwillteachyou ... Show More

15m 38s

Aug 2020

Tips for Language Learners (Episode 74)

<p>When learning and writing in a language other than your first, there are many challenges. Guest Amy Bakke and Claire discuss their experiences with learning secondary languages and tips for students learning and writing in English. </p><br><p>Relevant Resources:</p><ul><li><a ... Show More

12m 25s

512. My Experiences of (not) Learning Fr...