The Unconventional Polyglot: A Unique Approach to Learning Languages
By William
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Episodes: 39
Description
This is a podcast about languages and language-learning from a unique perspective. Since 2018, I have spent thousands of hours studying (to varying degrees) 16 languages (!), and I have learned a lot about what works and what doesn't, from apps to websites to books to YouTube channels, podcasts and more. Join me as we explore the process of language learning, as well as the languages themselves (the true stars of the show!).
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Language-learning app review -- Busuu
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Jun 11, 2023 |
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Is your language study diverse enough? (Mine wasn't)
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May 09, 2023 |
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Duolingo courses ranked WORST to BEST
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Mar 16, 2023 |
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My method for maximizing vocabulary retention while reading
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Feb 22, 2023 |
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How can you most effectively retain vocabulary in your target language?
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Jan 30, 2023 |
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A review of 2022 and preview of my 2023 language study!
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Jan 11, 2023 |
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How can you tell if you're REALLY fluent in a language?
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Dec 07, 2022 |
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Is it REALLY a good idea to study several languages at the same time?
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Nov 13, 2022 |
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Overcoming the dreaded 'intermediate plateau'
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Oct 20, 2022 |
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Is it okay to study closely related languages at the same time?
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Sep 22, 2022 |
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My recommendations of reading materials for learning French
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Aug 29, 2022 |
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My recommendations of YouTube channels and podcasts for learning French
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Jul 16, 2022 |
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My recommendations of apps for learning French
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Jun 05, 2022 |
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Can you become fluent in a language using only apps?
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May 17, 2022 |
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The Danger of Frustration
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May 03, 2022 |
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The Danger of Tunnel-vision
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Apr 19, 2022 |
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The Danger of Overconfidence
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Apr 03, 2022 |
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The Danger of Self-doubt
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Mar 18, 2022 |
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The Power of Talking to Yourself
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Mar 03, 2022 |
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The Power of Patience
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Feb 17, 2022 |
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The Power of Listening
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Jan 29, 2022 |
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The Power of Repetition
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Jan 17, 2022 |
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Reflections on 2021 and Plans for 2022
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Jan 05, 2022 |
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What is fluency? How can we measure progress toward fluency?
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Dec 20, 2021 |
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My recommendations of reading materials for learning Spanish
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Dec 06, 2021 |
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My recommendations of YouTube channels and podcasts for learning Spanish
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Nov 19, 2021 |
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My thoughts and recommendations for 7 popular language-learning apps for learning Spanish
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Nov 12, 2021 |
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Language-learning MYTH #6: There is a perfect app out there that can make you fluent in a language
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Nov 03, 2021 |
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Language-learning MYTH #5: Making mistakes is a bad thing
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Oct 27, 2021 |
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Language-learning MYTH #4: You need to immerse yourself in a language to learn it
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Oct 22, 2021 |
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Language-learning MYTH #3: You need to have a "good" reason to learn a new language
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Oct 13, 2021 |
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Language-learning MYTH #2: You can learn a language without much time or effort
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Oct 06, 2021 |
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Language-learning MYTH #1: Adults don't learn languages as well as children
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Sep 29, 2021 |
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Disadvantages to learning multiple languages simultaneously
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Sep 22, 2021 |
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Advantages to learning multiple languages simultaneously
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Sep 15, 2021 |
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The Unconventional Polyglot multiple-language acquisition method
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Sep 08, 2021 |
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My progress to date in becoming a polyglot
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Sep 04, 2021 |
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A prequel to Episode 1: My earlier experiences with language-learning
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Aug 31, 2021 |
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Possibly the most ridiculous polyglot origin story ever
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Aug 26, 2021 |