The Language Learning Show

Azren The Language Nerd

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A podcast to share useful language learning tips and my love of learning languages with the world. Hosted by Azren the Language Nerd, owner of the Calgary Language Nerds. Follow @PolyglotAzren or visit https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com to learn more about me. On my website you will also find more information about language lessons with me or someone on my team. We offer lessons for over 10 languages both online and in-person in Calgary, Canada.

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Add Fuel to the Language Learning Fire

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6m
Dec 07
Reach an Advanced Level without Going Abroad

EMAIL Email me: ⁠https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact⁠ https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact OTHER LINKS My website: ⁠https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com⁠ https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com My blog: ⁠https://azren.substack.com⁠ https://azren.substack.com My podcast: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/polyglotazren⁠ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/polyglotazren My Facebook: ⁠https://facebook.com/polyglotazren⁠ https://facebook.com/polyglotazren My Instagram: ⁠https://instagram.com/polyglotazren⁠ https://instagram.com/polyglotazren My Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/polyglotazren https://twitter.com/polyglotazren

12m
Dec 05
Fluent, but Still Anxious

EMAIL Email me: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact OTHER LINKS My website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com My blog: https://azren.substack.com My podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/polyglotazren My Facebook: https://facebook.com/polyglotazren My Instagram: https://instagram.com/polyglotazren My Twitter: https://twitter.com/polyglotazren

11m
Nov 30
Podcast with 2 Multilingual Friends

Catherine and Kolton both work at the Calgary Language Nerds. Kolton teaches Blackfoot, an indigenous language. Catherine teaches English, Spanish, and Russian. To be frank, I view them more as friends even though they technically work for me. We recorded this podcast just for fun. We might do some more in the coming weeks. We'll see ;) EMAIL Email me: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact OTHER LINKS My website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com My blog: https://azren.substack.com My Facebook: https://facebook.com/polyglotazren My Instagram: https://instagram.com/polyglotazren My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@polyglotazren My Twitter: https://twitter.com/polyglotazren

1h 26m
Nov 29
1 Grammar Rule = 1000 Words

Enjoy today's episode! Azren @polyglotazren

10m
Nov 27
View Language Learning Through a Lens of Progress

Enjoy the episode! Contact me https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions.

13m
Nov 24
Don't Reinvent the Wheel

Enjoy today's episode! Contact me https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions.

19m
Nov 22
Walking Vulnerably Forward Toward What I Want

Enjoy this 1.5 hour exploration of my Heart of Hearts.

1h 23m
Nov 18
Problems with Language Learning and Teaching Resources

This is a continuation of yesterday's podcast episode. I talk about a few problems I'm thinking about when it comes to resources that exist to learn or teach languages. I also propose a few potential solutions that I've been considering. Enjoy! Azren https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

22m
Nov 17
Hope

A short rant about a few things on my mind. This post is about 60% related to language learning and 40% personal. Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions.

23m
Nov 16
Learn 2x More, 2x Faster

In this episode I talk about a couple of personal insecurities and then transition into a few useful language learning tips to expedite your progress in another language.

20m
Nov 14
Quick Update: Accelerated Learning Program

Long day today - this is all I have time to post today. Time to rest.

4m
Nov 13
Happy Diwali!

I am on my way to a family gathering for Diwali and had a quick thought I wanted to share about the connection between confidence and fluency. Contact me for more info regarding the accelerated learning programs for French and Spanish: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

7m
Nov 11
Minimal Pair Training

A short podcast talking about 1 strategy to improve your listening comprehension skills. Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions!

9m
Nov 10
How to Go from Intermediate to Advanced

I think you'll find this useful - enjoy! Https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

13m
Nov 10
6 Simple Pieces of Language Learning Advice

Getting practical today - hope you find this helpful. Https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

18m
Nov 09
A...B...C

An undedited, 1-take episode. Enjoy! Https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact @polyglotazren

10m
Nov 08
You Can Do It!

Some words of encouragement :)

6m
Nov 07
How I Became Fluent in 5 Languages

Enjoy the episode! Contact me @polyglotazren or https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments/questions.

15m
Nov 05
8 Language Learning Insights from the Past Week

Enjoy today's podcast! Contact me @polyglotazren or at azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions.

21m
Nov 05
Experimental Teaching and Learning Methods

In case you didn't know, I've recently started a new project: figure out how to teach adults another language 2-3x faster than what is currently thought to be possible. It's intimidating to set such a goal. I don't know if I will succeed. In today's episode, I discuss a few of the experimental methods I've been developing and testing. Feel free to contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions about the episode.

34m
Nov 03
24 Minutes of Honesty and Vulnerability

On my blog (https://azren.substack.com) I've been exploring my honest beliefs, thoughts, feelings, and plans in my personal and professional life. The blog readers have found my writing insightful, interesting, relatable, and helpful. I thought I could make videos and podcasts using the same mentality I have when I've been writing. If you have any comments or feedback, feel free to contact me by email or social media by visiting https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

23m
Nov 01
I think this has held me back in life

I suppose realizing this now is better than never realizing it. If you want to take me up on my offer for free lessons, contact me @polyglotazren on instagram or email me by visiting azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

4m
Oct 26
Here's why you feel stuck in another language

I hope this helps you get un-stuck! If you have any comments or questions, don't hesitate to reach out at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact The main topics I cover in this video are: 1. You are actually progressing, but you don't know it 2. You're not dedicating enough time or energy to language learning 3. "The Intermediate Plateau" 4. Your attention is split Here's the post I referenced about how long it takes to become fluent in another language: https://azren.substack.com/p/when-will-you-be-fluent Enjoy the podcast!

12m
Oct 23
Hear Me Speak in Mandarin: Level Update After 9 Years

I began learning Mandarin in 2014. In this podcast, I explain how I learned the language, describe my level, and speak in Mandarin for a few minutes. Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions!

9m
Oct 22
Untold Story of My Business, The Calgary Language Nerds

I got very personal in this episode. This is the audio from a video I made for my LinkedIn. Feel free to contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions.

10m
Oct 21
6 Mental Frameworks for Overcoming Fear or Anxiety

Big thanks to Brian for this question. I hope you all find this podcast helpful. Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any questions.

17m
Oct 16
Balancing Fun and Discomfort

Thanks to Amber for this question on how to have fun and step out of your comfort zone when learning a language :) Submit your questions by visiting https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

8m
Oct 16
Language learning is hard for you because of 2 different categories of factors

The first category is how you spend your time and energy when studying (e.g., resources you use.) The second is non-linguistic lifestyle choices (e.g., sleep quality, stress levels, nutrition.) Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any comments or questions.

6m
Oct 14
I'm usually indecisive. Now I'm not. Here's what's changed.

Decision paralysis has been a problem in my life since childhood. I would analyze everything. However, that's recently changed. Here's what I do now. Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any questions or comments.

11m
Oct 12