Since 2014
The Actual Fluency Podcast
Real conversations with polyglots, linguists, and language enthusiasts from around the world about language learning, culture, travel, and identity.
Lauren Cutlip and Benny Lewis: Lauren’s Esperanto
Kris Broholm hosts Lauren Cutlip and Benny Lewis to discuss Lauren's recent Esperanto challenge. They explore her struggles as a new foreign language learner and how Benny coached her. The conversation also covers dynamics for couples learning languages.
Runtime 38m
Gavan Fantom: Native Esperanto speaker
Kris Broholm interviews Gavan Fantom, a native Esperanto speaker. They explore Gavan's unique upbringing, speaking Esperanto as his first language. The discussion also covers the language itself and the Esperanto community.
Runtime 52m
Ben Whately: Memrise, memory and learning
Ben Whately, COO of Memrise comes by the podcast to talk about Memrise, including the science behind and future initiatives such as premium memberships!
Runtime 27m
Bill Price: Language Learning Blogger
Kris Broholm interviews Bill Price of howtolanguages.com about his insights as a language learning blogger. Kris also shares details about the Actual Fluency June giveaway and his plans for the Polyglot Conference in Berlin.
Runtime 57m
Olly Richards from IWillTeachYouALanguage.com
Kris Broholm welcomes Olly Richards from IWillTeachYouALanguage.com. They discuss language learning strategies, focusing specifically on Chinese and Japanese. Olly shares practical advice for listeners interested in learning new languages.
Runtime 53m
Robin MacPherson: How I Learn Languages (2/2)
Kris Broholm and guest Robin MacPherson conclude their discussion on language learning. Robin shares his specific methods for acquiring new languages, including how he integrates daily audio courses for incremental progress. He outlines routines for starting a new language from scratch without disrupting focus.
Runtime 37m
Robin MacPherson: Finding Home and Isolation Abroad 1/2
Kris Broholm welcomes Robin MacPherson to discuss the emotional and psychological journey of living abroad and learning languages. They explore the deeper aspects of finding home, happiness, and loneliness, including the often-overlooked negative experiences of expatriate life. This episode focuses on the human side of living in a foreign country.
Runtime 48m
Lindsay Dow: Language lover, blogger and TEFL-certified tutor
Kris Broholm and Lindsay Dow discuss language learning, motivation, and optimizing tutoring experiences. They also explore TEFL certification, Lindsay's experience teaching English in Costa Rica, and how to pronounce Italki.
Runtime 41m
Dani Maizner: Austrian polyglot and blogger
Kris Broholm interviews Austrian polyglot and blogger Dani Maizner. They discuss lessons Dani learned over 15 years of studying nine languages, including her "aha moments" in language acquisition. Kris also outlines his new format featuring experienced but lesser-known language learners.
Runtime 47m
The Basics of Independent Language Learning
Kris Broholm shares his "language trifecta" for independent language learning. He outlines three essential components: an introduction to the language, a method for vocabulary acquisition, and opportunities for speaking and writing practice. Kris also provides specific resources and tools for each aspect.
Runtime 39m
Steve Kaufmann: Canadian superpolyglot and entreprenur
Kris Broholm interviews Steve Kaufmann, a Canadian superpolyglot and entrepreneur. Steve shares his language learning journey, offers best tips, and discusses his 90-day Korean challenge. They also explore the LingQ language learning platform.
Runtime 36m
Seán Young: How to Teach Languages the Best Way
Kris Broholm interviews Seán Young, an experienced language teacher, to discuss effective language teaching methods. They explore what defines a great teacher, critique traditional school instruction, and share Seán's personal strategies for language learning.
Runtime 51m
Judith Meyer: An Incredible Language Learning Journey
Kris Broholm hosts Judith Meyer, who shares her inspiring language learning journey and general tips. They discuss motivation, goal setting, and Meyer's experience learning Indonesian. Meyer also reveals a special secret for attendees of the Polyglot Berlin conference.
Runtime 54m
Ellen Jovin: Language Learning for Pure Enjoyment
Kris Broholm hosts Ellen Jovin, who has studied over 17 languages. They discuss her unique philosophy of language learning for pure enjoyment, focusing on motivations and methods for diverse linguistic acquisition.
Runtime 50m
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