Podcast
StoryLearning Podcast
Hosted by Olly Richards · EN
Got a burning language learning question? I’m Olly Richards and I've learned 8 languages through stories. Every Wednesday, I answer your questions and chat to world-class language experts. Whether you're learning Spanish, German, Japanese, or something else, tune in for insider tips and practical strategies to get fluent fast.
Each week you get:
- Answers to your biggest language learning challenges
- Story-based techniques to accelerate your progress
- Tried and tested tips from my 25+ years of experience
No flashcards or memorisation. Just story-based learning that actually works.
40episodes
Episodes
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503: You don't ACTUALLY need grammar
Oct 1500:19:37Tap to summarizeStop obsessing over grammar rules! Discover why grammar study shouldn't be your focus, especially as a beginner language learner. Find out where to put your time and energy instead. Grab your FREE Grammar and Vocabulary Study Sheet 👉🏼 https://storylearning.com/free_grammar_vocab_sheetGot a question you want Olly to answer on the podcast? Submit it here: https://storylearning.com/ask_Olly_your_questionGet a 7-day FREE trial to one of my story-based language courses 👉🏼 https://storylearning.com/Language_CoursesCheck out my all-inclusive VIP language program with guaranteed results 👉🏼 https://storylearning.com/StoryLearning_VIP_Info
Transcribe →502: The hidden cost of learning two languages at once
Oct 1300:16:03Tap to summarizeWant to learn multiple languages? Here's the truth nobody tells you: there's a specific level you need to reach in your first language before starting another. Miss this, and you'll stay stuck at beginner level in both.Grab your FREE Language Goal Planner 👉🏼 https://storylearning.com/goal_planner_2_languagesGot a question you want Olly to answer on the podcast? Submit it here: https://storylearning.com/ask_Olly_your_questionGet a 7-day FREE trial to one of my story-based language courses 👉🏼 https://storylearning.com/Language_CoursesCheck out my all-inclusive VIP language program with guaranteed results 👉🏼 https://storylearning.com/StoryLearning_VIP_Info#storylearning #learnthroughstories
Transcribe →501: The real reason I wrote my language story books
Oct 1000:19:27Tap to summarizeI've sold over 1.5 million copies of my short story books for language learners. But why did I write them all those years ago at my parent's kitchen table? Get the unfiltered, untold story of my books, including details of new languages coming soon. Grab your FREE StoryLearning Blueprint and find out how easy it can really be to learn a language 👉🏼https://storylearning.com/fluency_blueprintGot a question you want Olly to answer on the podcast? Submit it here: https://storylearning.com/ask_Olly_your_questionGet a 7-day FREE trial to one of my story-based language courses 👉🏼 https://storylearning.com/SL_language-coursesCheck out my all-inclusive VIP language program with guaranteed results 👉🏼 https://storylearning.com/StoryLearning-VIP-Info#storylearning #learnthroughstories
Transcribe →500: Meet the viral brain scan guy who speaks 26 languages
Oct 800:48:06Tap to summarizeVaughn Smith is a 26-language polyglot who had his brain scanned at MIT. Discover the man behind the scan and the surprisingly simple ways he learned so many languages. Grab your FREE StoryLearning Blueprint and find out how easy it can really be to learn a language 👉🏼 https://storylearning.com/freefluencyblueprintGot a question you want Olly to answer on the podcast? Submit it here: https://storylearning.com/ask_Olly_your_questionGet a 7-day FREE trial to one of my story-based language courses 👉🏼 https://storylearning.com/SL_language-coursesCheck out my all-inclusive VIP language program with guaranteed results 👉🏼 https://storylearning.com/StoryLearning-VIP-Info#storylearning #learnthroughstories
Transcribe →426: Which language should I think in?
Sep 29, 202200:11:52Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Juan asks: “I’m learning Portuguese. Which language should I think in - English or Spanish?“ Find a 5* language tutor! We're proud to recommend LanguaTalk as the best place to take language lessons online with a real teacher. StoryLearning is now part-owner of LanguaTalk, and that's because we're committed to building the best possible service out there to practise speaking, find a new tutor, or get support with your learning. Click the link below and take a FREE trial lesson: https://storylearning.com/lt Do You Have A 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
Transcribe →425: The anatomy of a language learning "masterplan"
Sep 7, 202200:42:49Tap to summarizeIn today's episode, Olly speaks with Sam Hendry, who lives in Dubai, about his amazing journey learning Spanish in one year. Here's where you can watch the video of Sam surprising his girlfriend in Spanish: Watch on Facebook Watch on Instagram Find a 5* language tutor! We're proud to recommend LanguaTalk as the best place to take language lessons online with a real teacher. StoryLearning is now part-owner of LanguaTalk, and that's because we're committed to building the best possible service out there to practise speaking, find a new tutor, or get support with your learning. Click the link below and take a FREE trial lesson: https://storylearning.com/lt Do You Have A 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
Transcribe →424 - Behind the scenes at the StoryLearning team retreat in Turkey
May 23, 202200:13:23Tap to summarizeIn this episode you’ll drop in on the StoryLearning team retreat in Bodrum, Turkey. 14 of us descended on a hilltop villa for an entire week to spend some quality time together and plan for the future.
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Announcement: New intermediate StoryLearning courses!
Apr 18, 202200:05:50Tap to summarizeWe'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)
Transcribe →423: Lessons on Languages, Life & Leadership with Mike Shangkuan (CEO, Lingoda)
Apr 5, 202200:53:11Tap to summarizeIn 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
Transcribe →422 - I'mmmm back!
Mar 31, 202200:17:20Tap to summarizeIn this episode, you'll hear from Olly about plans for StoryLearning in 2022! Do You Have A 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) StoryLearning 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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