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Learn Languages with Steve Kaufmann

Steve Kaufmann
Language Learning
Lingq
Arabic
Motivation
Grammar
Turkish
Persian
Reading
Curiosity
Vocabulary Acquisition
Language Acquisition
Education
Golf
Vocabulary
French
Spanish
Youtube
Arabic Language
Japanese
Farsi

I speak 20 languages. I've been learning languages for over 50 years and I've tried all kinds of approaches. I talk about my experiences, my approach to language learning, what I enjoy about learning languages and all manner of other topics related to language. If you love languages, or think you would if you hadn't been discouraged by past experiences, this is the podcast for you. Anyone can lear... more

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When I start reading in a new language, I accept that I am not going to understand most of it. My brother compared it to mowing a lawn: if the grass is high, you set the blades high on the first pass and lower them the next time through. I go over th... more

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Spanish is spoken across three continents, and learners worry constantly about picking the wrong version. But compared to English or Portuguese, the variation is surprisingly small. The vowels stay consistent whether you are in Mexico, Colombia or Sp... more

I have somewhere between 60 and 70 shelves of books in this house, well over a thousand of them, in several languages, and I have finally started cataloguing the lot. Going through them reminded me why paper still matters to me. The research is fairl... more

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I was with some Canadians recently who all agreed that French would help them professionally. Within a few minutes I had heard three reasons why they hadn't learned it: I can read but I can't speak, the Montreal accent is too hard, and they changed o... more

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Hasan Alhamwi
Native Arabic speaker from Syria, Arabic tutor and founder of Arabic All The Time
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Episode: Answering the most common questions about learning Arabic
Kyle Singer
Podcaster and educator who helps Spanish speakers learn English
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Gabriel Pacheco Silva
A vibrant Brazilian polyglot who speaks multiple languages
Episode: What speaking 8 languages actually looks like (feat. ‪@gabrielunlocks‬)
Jon Hamilton
Former Green Beret with an interest in languages
Episode: Ex–Green Beret explains how U.S. military learns languages
Drew Jones
Elementary school phys ed teacher from Brandon, Manitoba
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Episode: What golf taught me about language learning
Mike (Bijuu Mike)
YouTuber and anime enthusiast focusing on learning Japanese
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Episode: Anime, LingQ, and motivation: how ‪@BijuuMike‬ is learning Japanese
Luca Lampariello
A polyglot who speaks 15 languages and shares insights on language learning.
Smart Language Learning Academy
Episode: This Italian polyglot speaks 15 languages. What’s his secret? (feat. ‪@LucaLampariello‬)

Host

Steve Kaufmann
Host of the show with a lifelong, self-directed approach to language learning; advocates immersion, comprehensible input, and long-term habit formation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 723 ratings
  • Awesome

    Привет я hoss guy I’m learning Russian and Japanese and I have to say これは優しいとかっこいいです it’s nice to have something that I can listen to while learning how to learn languages keep up the good work hoss(plz talk about “Duolingo”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hoss guy
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent content

    Love to listen to Steve Kaufman’s voice, very soothing. Content is excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Connecticut 2
    United States2 years ago
  • Good content

    Great way of looking forward to learn and to share knowledge .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    logoninandout
    United States3 years ago
  • 5stars

    Steve Kaufman is a brilliant polyglot, he covers unlimited numbers of languages related topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fæbel
    Norway3 years ago
  • He's the GOAT of language learning

    Steve inspires me so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    imcida
    Brazil3 years ago

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Audience notes the longevity and credibility from decades of language learning experience, with mental models that feel implementable for daily practice.
Listeners highlight the host's practical, no-nonsense approach and calm delivery as key strengths.
Many praise the actionable tips (mini-stories, input-first methods, and habit formation) as genuinely helpful.

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#138
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#221
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#242
Russia/Education

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Answering the most common questions about learning Arabic
Q: Do you make the same videos in both Standard Arabic and Levantine Arabic?
Hasan says the approach is topic-specific rather than global; for abstract topics, Modern Standard is preferred, while day-to-day topics are shown in Levantine/Shami to match real-life usage.
Explaining LingQ to a linguistics student: AI, dialects, gamification and more
Q: Are there any new features or innovations planned that you can tell me about?
We are focusing on enhancing user experience and making the app more efficient, rather than adding new complex features.
Explaining LingQ to a linguistics student: AI, dialects, gamification and more
Q: What do you think about AI in language learning?
AI has many applications in language learning, such as improving context-specific translations and creating more engaging content for learners.
Explaining LingQ to a linguistics student: AI, dialects, gamification and more
Q: Do you think that would ever be an option to have a separate, you know, language learning option only for dialects?
We can include dialects if there is demand, and we are open to adding content as users express their interests.
Explaining LingQ to a linguistics student: AI, dialects, gamification and more
Q: Could you just tell me why or what inspired you to create the app?
The app was born out of my own experiences with language learning, particularly the need for extensive input and relevant content, which traditional resources often lack.

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What comes through across recent episodes is a clear focus on practical language learning strategies, motivation, and the psychology of study. The host advocates input-rich methods, minimal reliance on rigid grammar drills, and consistent, enjoyable engagement to build real fluency. Several episodes explore mindset shifts (overcoming fear, embracing gradual progress, and sequencing tasks for flow) and practical workflows—using mini-stories, comprehensible input, AI-assisted content, and cross-language practice—to keep learners engaged over the long term. A recurring thread is the belief that language learning is accessible to almost anyone with the right attitude, and that long-term consistency often beats short-lived intensity. Noteworthy ... more

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