The Language Learner
The Language Learner is a podcast dedicated to exploring the fascinating world of language acquisition. It offers insights, tips, and strategies for learning new languages effectively. The host, Loïs Talagrand, shares personal experiences and interviews with experts or fellow learners. Each episode aims to provide practical advice for language enthusiasts of all levels.
Épisodes
Benny Lewis: Can You Really Be Fluent in Just Three Months?
Benny Lewis (Fluent in 3 Months) on Speaking From Day One, Realistic 3-Month Goals, and His Comeback*Benny:*Benny's coaching Bootcamp:https://courses.fluentin3months.com/p/bootcampBenny's email list on his blog homepage:https://www.fluentin3months.com/The Language and Travel Hacking podcast:https://www.fluentin3months.com/podcast/YouTube:Travel & Lifestyle: https://www.youtube.com/@iri
How To Learn French To A Native-Like Level (Don't Go To University)
Layla shares how she reached a native-like level in French.In this video, I sit down with Layla, a passionate language learner who shares her journey of learning French from scratch to achieving fluency. We delve into the strategies and tools she used, the challenges she faced, and the pivotal moments that propelled her to success. Whether you're learning French or another language, Layla's story
My 45-Minute Language Learning Routine (Fluent In 3 Months)
*Language learning tools / resources mentioned:*- My Spanish vocabulary deck: https://loistalagrand.com/lt/spanish-challenge-package- My AI tutor: https://islandkoala.com/- Assimil Spanish (find it on Amazon)This is the 30-45 minute daily routine I used during my three-month Spanish challenge. The goal was not to do everything. It was to focus on the few activities that would actually help me spea
The 7 Best Apps To Learn Spanish (2026)
*Best prices / links for these Spanish learning tools:*- Island Koala (my AI tutor): https://islandkoala.com/- Anki: https://apps.ankiweb.net/- My Anki deck: https://loistalagrand.com/lt/spanish-challenge-package- Rocket Spanish: https://www.rocketlanguages.com/spanish/premium?type=freetrial&aff=langscien- SpanishPod101: https://www.spanishpod101.com/member/go.php?r=1028049&l=%2F- Lingua Verbum: U
How To Learn A Language According to 13 Researchers
How do you actually learn a language from zero to real fluency?After interviewing 13 researchers in second language acquisition, vocabulary learning, pronunciation, comprehensible input, output, and ancient language pedagogy, this video pulls together the clearest practical lessons: what input can and cannot do, why vocabulary matters so much, when flashcards help, why reading and listening must e
The ONLY Exercise That Will Make You Fluent (99% Won't Ever Do This)
Today, we uncover the truth behind this underrated technique and how it can transform your language learning journey...*What we're covering today:*- 🎯 How I had a 30-minute Spanish conversation with a native speaker in just 3 months- 🤔 The language learning technique 99% of learners overlook- 📚 Insights from top linguists and real-world success stories- 🧠 The science behind memorization and langua
Professor Reveals Language Learning Misconceptions | Dr. Atsushi Mizumoto
🚀 The most comprehensive flashcard decks on the internet - https://ankicoredecks.com/📺 My webinar "How To Become Fluent In Any Language: 7 Scientific Principles From 17 Professors" - https://loistalagrand.com/📱 Ranking 30 Language Learning Apps (Ultimate Tier List) - https://youtu.be/TiPlEz3XNJESUBSCRIBE OR YOU'LL NEVER BE FLUENT╔═╦╗╔╦╗╔═╦═╦╦╦╦╗╔═╗║╚╣║║║╚╣╚╣╔╣╔╣║╚╣═╣╠╗║╚╝║║╠╗║╚╣║║║║║
Professor Reveals Scientific Language Learning Techniques | Dr. Irina Elgort
Language Professor Explains How To Learn Languages | Alexander Arguelles
My science-based Anki decks: https://ankicoredecks.com/Alexander's academy: https://www.alexanderarguelles.com/Chapters:00:00 - Intro01:27 - Sponsor: Lingq02:43 - Alexander introduces himself03:35 - How many languages can Alexander speak?06:36 - Sponsor: Mochi07:32 - Learning languages from home11:39 - Learning a language in 15 minutes a day16:43 - The Assimil method21:46 - Shadowing for learn
Language Expert: Scientific Methods For Learning Languages | Dr. Joe Barcroft
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Chapters:
00:00 - Importance of vocabulary in language learning
00:43 - Who is Dr. Joe Barcroft?
03:38 - Importance of vocabulary in language acquisition
07:53 - Learning words in isolation and in context
10:49 - Defining incidental vs intentional vocabulary learning
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Polyglot Goluremi Reveals How He Learns Languages | Will John Interview
Learn a language using Lingq (discount applied): https://www.lingq.com/accounts/new/?next=/accounts/subscription/basic_2024/12//checkout/&referral=the_language_scientist
Will John's channel: @goluremilanguages
Will John's website: https://goluremilanguages.com/
Flashcards mentioned: https://ankicoredecks.com/
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
00:25 - Goluremi's Italian accent
00:52 - Goluremi
Dr. Ron Thomson: How To Improve Your Pronunciation And Become Fluent
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Chapters:
00:00 - Pronunciation tips for language learners
00:27 - Ron Thomson explains why people should listen to pronunciation advice
03:59 - Experiments with foreign accents
06:58 - Neuropsychological consensus on intelligibility process vs comprehensibility
09:10 - Interest i
Dr. Norbert Schmitt | Mastering Vocabulary: Strategies for Language Learners
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Vocabulary decks mentioned: https://www.ankicoredecks.com/
Dr. Barry Lee Reynolds: "input is not enough"
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Flashcard decks mentioned: https://www.ankicoredecks.com/
Chapters:
00:00 - Trailer
01:42 - Who is Dr. Barry Lee Reynolds
02:47 - Japanese and Chinese as hardest languages
03:23 - There are two types of academics on either side of the debate
04:08 - Debate about language use
05:07 - Language learners need balanced course, not just
Dr. Jeff McQuillan: Strategies for Effective Language Acquisition
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Researcher Reveals Language Learning Tactics (According To Science)
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Brigitta Dóczi, a language researcher, discusses her researcg. She emphasizes the importance of a balance between input and output in language learning, especially as learners progress to higher levels. She also highlights the benefits of learning lexical items and formulaic language, as well as the rol
Dr. Bill VanPatten: How To Learn Languages (According To Science)
Bill's website: https://www.billvanpatten.net/
Bill Van Patten, a former professor of linguistics, discusses the misconceptions people have about language learning. He emphasizes that language is not a set of rules that can be learned from textbooks, but rather an abstract and complex system that is acquired through exposure to meaningful input. He explains that language acquisition involves
Professor Paul Nation: The Scientific Way To Learn Languages
In this episode, professor Paul Nation shows us how to learn a language using scientific methods.
Language Learning Expert: How To Really Learn Languages (Input Is Not Enough!)
The conversation explores the challenges faced by average people trying to learn a language, both in a classroom and on their own. They discuss the concept of fossilization, where learners make mistakes and struggle to correct them. The divide between input-based learning and deliberate learning activities is also examined. The importance of vocabulary in language learning is highlighted, and the
Lamont (From Days And Words): How To Learn A Language & YouTube Advice
In this conversation, Lamont and Loïs discuss language learning and YouTube. Lamont shares his experiences learning French, Swedish, and Spanish, and the challenges he faced in achieving conversational fluency. Lamont emphasizes the importance of pronunciation and accent reduction in language learning and the motivation that comes from interacting with native speakers.
