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StoryLearning Podcast

StoryLearning Podcast

Olly Richards

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Learning a new language? Get your language learning questions answered by polyglot Olly Richards, who speaks 8 languages and is the founder of the StoryLearning® method. Whatever's holding you back on the path to fluency, tune in twice a week to get your regular dose of language learning motivation, with Olly and other polyglot guests, such as Benny Lewis, Luca Lampariello, Richard Simcott and Alex Rawlings. Learn Spanish, Learn French, Learn German, Learn Italian, Learn Portuguese, Learn Arabic, Learn Japanese, Learn Chinese
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In this episode, Olly speaks with Mike Shangkuan, CEO of Lingoda.

In a wide-ranging discussion, you'll hear about:

  • Growing up as a Chinese-American with a passion for languages
  • How Mike pivoted his career from banking to language tech
  • The challenges of building a tutoring business
  • Adapting language teaching for the online world

Do You Have A Language Question?

This show exists to answer your language learning questions! Send me your questions by visiting:

https://storylearning.com/ask

...and I’ll do my best to feature it on the show!

Leave a Review

If you'd like to support the show, the best way to do that is to:

  • Leave an honest review of the show wherever you get your podcasts. (You can normally do this within the app you're using.)
  • Share this episode with a friend (use the share buttons on your screen)

Olly's Language Courses

If you're learning a new language, or improving an existing one, then check out my language courses. From complete beginner courses, to grammar and listening training, I've created unique, story-based programmes to help you reach you language goals.

Please visit:

https://storylearning.com/language-courses-select-your-language

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StoryLearning Podcast - 012: How can I learn advanced English vocabulary?
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05/07/15 • 12 min

Davide asks: "I'm very fluent in English but there are still words I don't know. How can I learn them?"

In this episode:

  • Moving from fluent to advanced
  • The law of diminishing returns
  • Learning advanced vocabulary
  • The importance of reading

Resources featured in this episode:

Three great websites that will help you read online in your target language.

Today's featured resource:

  • BliuBliu - http://bliubliu.com I love BliuBliu because it sources texts from all around the web, which are at your current level in your target language, and helps you read them. Pure gold!

Do you have a question?

Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I'll do my best to feature it on the show!

Also, please subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.

Thanks for listening

Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!

If you've got any comments about the show then please leave them in the "comments" section below!

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Jane asks: "What's your favourite mobile app for meeting and practising with native speakers?"

In this episode:

  • The importance of connecting with native speakers
  • Language learning app: HelloTalk.com
  • How their built-in features help you focus on the conversation

Resources mentioned in today's episode:

Start speaking today

I'd like to thank iTalki for supporting the show.

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StoryLearning Podcast - 035: Coaching my mum to learn Italian
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07/29/15 • 10 min

Nina asks: "How can I coach my mum to learn Italian?"

In this episode:

  • The most important things about coaching someone to learn a language
  • Why fostering a passion for a language is so important
  • Make sure the vocabulary you learn is actually useful for you

Resources mentioned in today's episode:

https://youtu.be/UHPC5DN4eJA

Start speaking today

I'd like to thank iTalki

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StoryLearning Podcast - 034: How to learn tonal languages
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07/23/15 • 12 min

Shane asks: "I'm learning Chinese and Thai. What's the best way to learn the tones, or tonal languages in general?"

In this episode:

  • How to approach learning tonal languages
  • Why top-down approaches beat bottom-up approaches for learning tones

How I approach learning a tonal language:

  1. Make sure you understand the tones in the language you're learning
  2. Start listening to recorded dialogues from your textbook every day
  3. Work with a tutor right from the start, so you can practise speaking and get feedback
  4. Write down new words and phrases with the tone indicated
  5. Give yourself time to get used to it all!

[Tweet "You don't learn a language, you get used to it - Khatzumoto"]

Resources mentioned in today's episode:

Olly speaking Cantonese: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QRVpNbNzK8

Start speaking today

I'd like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit: http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/italkishownotes

Do you have a question?

Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I'll do my best to feature it on the show! Also, please subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.


Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast! If you've got any comments about the show then please leave them in the "comments" section below! If you'd like to help me out, then I'd love it if you could...

  • Share the episode using the social media buttons around you
  • Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes (click here to do that)

iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring language learners out there! See you in the next episode of the I Will Teach You A Language podcast!

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StoryLearning Podcast - 136: Learning English grammar with Shayna
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09/23/16 • 26 min

In this episode, I'm joined by Shayna from Espresso English to talk about learning English grammar!

In this episode:

  • Does grammar matter?
  • Why do students struggle to learn English grammar?
  • Does learning grammar change at different levels?
  • Tips for mastering English grammar

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Start speaking today

I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit:http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/italkishownotes

Do you have a question?

Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I’ll do my best to feature it on the show! Also, please subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.


Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast! If you’ve got any comments about the show then please leave them in the “comments” section below! If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could...

  • Share the episode using the social media buttons around you
  • Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes (click here to do that)

iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring language learners out there! See you in the next episode of the I Will Teach You A Language podcast!

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StoryLearning Podcast - 033: Olly's Arabic teacher explains his progress
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07/21/15 • 19 min

In this episode, I interview my Arabic teacher Mona about how I made quick progress in my Arabic.

In this episode:

  • My progress compared to Mona's other students
  • In what ways I progressed
  • What techniques I use during the lesson

Here is a video of the conversation: https://youtu.be/TSsSO-JOcCA

Resources mentioned in today's episode:

Start speaking today

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StoryLearning Podcast - Announcement: New intermediate StoryLearning courses!
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04/18/22 • 5 min

We're about to release a special new range of intermediate StoryLearning programmes, and I'm sooo excited!

And as a loyal listener, I'd like to offer you early access and a very special offer to celebrate the launch. (It's something I always like to do whenever we release something new!)

To get on the notification list, click: https://storylearning.com/intermediate

The new programmes are:

  • Spanish Uncovered (Intermediate)
  • German Uncovered (Intermediate)
  • French Uncovered (Intermediate)
  • Italian Uncovered (Intermediate)
  • Japanese Uncovered (Intermediate)
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StoryLearning Podcast - 005: How can I learn vocab from songs?
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04/14/15 • 14 min

Today's episode features a question from Kevin: "How can I take vocabulary from songs and use it in my conversations?"

In this episode:

  • The benefits of learning languages through songs
  • How to re-articulate language from songs in everyday conversation
  • How natural is language from songs?
  • How songs work in different languages
  • Songs as a tool for "discovering" language

Strategies for learning songs:

  1. Identify key words and phrases from the song that I want to be able to use. Then put them in a flashcard app.
  2. Keep a list of the words I want to be able to use and keep it next to me during a language exchange/lesson
  3. Use the vocabulary for writing. For example, write a monologue/mini-speech, then memorise it.

Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

Flashcard apps mentioned:

Other websites:

  • Lang-8 - corrections from native speakers
  • Rhinospike - audio recordings from native speakers

Today's featured resource

Do you have a question?

Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I'll do my best to feature it on the show! Also, please subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.

Win a copy of my course!

To celebrate the launch of the podcast, I'm giving away 3 free copies of my Language Learning Foundations video course, worth $97 each! To be in with a chance of winning, simply head over to iTunes, search for the "I Will Teach You A Language Podcast" in the store, and leave me an honest review and rating for the show! After episode 10 of the podcast, I'll choose 3 lucky winners from around the world!

See you in the next episode of the I Will Teach You A Language podcast!

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FAQ

How many episodes does StoryLearning Podcast have?

StoryLearning Podcast currently has 499 episodes available.

What topics does StoryLearning Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Language Learning, Podcasts and Education.

What is the most popular episode on StoryLearning Podcast?

The episode title '423: Lessons on Languages, Life & Leadership with Mike Shangkuan (CEO, Lingoda)' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on StoryLearning Podcast?

The average episode length on StoryLearning Podcast is 18 minutes.

How often are episodes of StoryLearning Podcast released?

Episodes of StoryLearning Podcast are typically released every 4 days.

When was the first episode of StoryLearning Podcast?

The first episode of StoryLearning Podcast was released on Apr 6, 2015.

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