I speak 20 languages. I've been learning languages for over 50 years and I've tried all kinds of approaches. I talk about my experiences, my approach to language learning, what I enjoy about learning languages and all manner of other topics related to language. If you love languages, or think you would if you hadn't been discouraged by past experiences, this is the podcast for you. Anyone can learn a language. You just need the right attitude and the right approach!
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Travel Wisdom Podcast -travel and learn languages for success and money
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Can travel be more than just a fun thing to do? Could it also provide some benefit and learning experiences later in life? I have always thought this and this is why I have relentlessly travelled the world and now have been to over 80 countries. I have always thought that I was planting the seeds of wisdom while in faraway lands. Through experiences with foreign people, cultures, concepts, and ways of doing things I learned much more than anything I could've done while at home. I interview a ...
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Where's the toilet? Two coffees please! How much is it? Learn the basics in bite-sized pieces with Katie and Matteo. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to our You Tube Italian Channel to get more Italian lessons.
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Dans cette vidéo, j’explique pourquoi l’apprentissage des langues est souvent rendu plus difficile qu’il ne devrait l’être, et comment arrêter de le compliquer inutilement.Steve Kaufmann által
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202: Quiz: 7 Everyday Italian Words Most Tourists Don’t Understand
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18:05Some Italian words confuse tourists because they’re hard to translate. Find out the meanings of these 7 everyday, untranslatable Italian words and expressions. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyof…
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In this video I explain why it's never been easier to learn another language.Steve Kaufmann által
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201: So in Italian: There Are Actually 3 Ways to Say It!
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13:48There are actually 3 ways to say so in Italian: quindi, allora and così. Find out when you should use each one so your Italian can sound more natural. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages…
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Ex–Green Beret explains how U.S. military learns languages
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29:01In this video, I talk with Jon Hamilton, a former Green Beret, about language learning and how physical training relates to mastering new languages.Steve Kaufmann által
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200: Fare, Andare, Venire: Italian Irregular Verbs You Need
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In this video, I explain why language learning is often made harder than it needs to be and how to stop overcomplicating it.Steve Kaufmann által
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_How do you say yummy in Italian? Learn the everyday, common expressions Italians use so you can join their food chats (and why you shouldn’t say delizioso). _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyof…
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Grammar drills won’t make you fluent. Here’s what will
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10:54In this video I discuss the importance of noticing in language learning and whether it's something we can deliberately train.Steve Kaufmann által
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198: Dare: How to Use This Important Italian Verb
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12:45Dare is one of the most common Italian words. Learn how to conjugate it in the present, past and future and how to use it in common Italian expressions. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguag…
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In this video, I talk about automaticity in language learning—why it matters for speaking and how you can develop it.Steve Kaufmann által
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Everyday Italian Phrases: The 6 You Need
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10:02What do you do every day? Here you’ll learn those routine Italian words and phrases you absolutely have to know! Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmation=1 Get the bo…
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In this video I discuss how the complexity theory can be applied to language learning and how even the smallest interaction can make a big difference.Steve Kaufmann által
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197: Good Luck in Italian: What to Say and How to Reply
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11:10_Italians have lots of fun ways to say and reply to “good luck” in Italian. Here, you’ll find out what they are so you can start using them in Italy. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguage…
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In this video, I share advice I received from pro golfer Drew Jones that I believe will help anyone learning languages.Steve Kaufmann által
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196: Why You Can Understand Italian But Can't Speak It
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14:26_If you understand Italian but find it hard to speak, you’re not alone. Here are 5 common reasons and easy tips to help you get better at speaking Italian. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyofla…
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In this video, I talk about what it really means to “know” a word, why forgetting is normal, and the simple steps I use to remember and retrieve vocabulary.Steve Kaufmann által
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195: What phrases do you need for Italy? We asked our teachers
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12:5850 useful Italian words and phrases to know to get around Italy. From shopping and eating out to chatting and getting information. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirm…
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In this video, I share how we can use the concept of leading and lagging indicators to set better goals in language learning.Steve Kaufmann által
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In this video, I discuss 4 ways in which learning languages can make us happier.Steve Kaufmann által
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Struggling with language learning motivation? Here are 3 tips to get back on track.Steve Kaufmann által
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In this video, I explain why our motivation to learn a language can fade—and how shifting your mindset can help you stay focused on long-term progress.Steve Kaufmann által
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194: You’re (probably) using the wrong “excuse me” in Italian
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10:50Excuse me in Italian might seem simple, but there are actually four ways to say it. Here’s when and how to use each one, so you’ll always get it right in Italy. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyo…
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In this video, I talk about how we choose which language to learn—and what factors are worth considering.Steve Kaufmann által
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193: Am I Bad at Italian? We’ll Give You an Honest Answer
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17:46_Bad at Italian? Perfetto! Here's how being bad at Italian can actually help you, with some useful tips and practical phrases. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub_confirmat…
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Will ChatGPT make us forget how to think? Not if you use it right by Steve KaufmannSteve Kaufmann által
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192: Italian Festivals: What to Know Before You Go
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15:02_Italian festivals are a great way to enjoy real Italian culture. Here are the best Italian festivals, plus some useful phrases to help you join in the fun. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyofl…
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Language anxiety is real, but you can beat it. This simple formula helps.Steve Kaufmann által
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191: You in Italian: Formal vs. Informal Explained
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25:36_Learn the three forms of “you” in Italian and when to use each one, so you get the right tone every time you’re chatting with Italians. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?sub…
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AI won’t REPLACE language learning, but it WILL CHANGE it
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10:41In this video, I share why I'm optimistic about the future of language learning and how we can use tools like ChatGPT or NotebookLM to create our own learning materials.Steve Kaufmann által
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_Is reading Italian books a good idea? We think so, if you pick the right ones. Here are 5 tips on what you should be reading in Italian. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.italian?su…
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In this video, I talk about the role of questions in language learning—when they’re helpful, and when they can actually get in the way of enjoyable, low-stress learning.Steve Kaufmann által
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189: Everything You Need to Join a Birthday in Italy
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14:26How do you say “Happy birthday” in Italian? Learn the phrases Italians actually use, pronunciation tips, and 2 quite unique birthday traditions. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflanguages.itali…
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In this video, I talk about how memory changes as we age and what that means for older adults learning languages.Steve Kaufmann által
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There’s one simple way to say “let’s go” in Italian, but you’ll also want to know how to say (and use) the other expressions that Italians use all the time. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflan…
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