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The Dutch Speaking Academy Podcast

Mariska van der Meij
Dutch Language
Language Learning
Dutch Language Learning
Dutch Speaking Academy
Education
Dutch
Dutch For Parents
Expat Life
Dutch Speaking Mastery
Parenting
Expat Community
Amsterdam
Expats
Grammar
Compound Effect
Dutch For Moms
Time-Telling In Dutch
High Achieving Internationals
Dutch Speaking Circle
Dutch Vocabulary

This podcast is for internationals living in the Netherlands who understand Dutch but struggle to speak it confidently. We talk about language confidence, fear of making mistakes, perfectionism, and how to start speaking Dutch more often in daily life. And hi! Ik ben Mariska - I’ve been teaching Dutch since 2013, helping internationals overcome their fear of speaking Dutch - even after living here... more

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Deze vraag is heel belangrijk, voordat je tijd, energie en geld gaat spenderen aan een nieuw programma.

Denk erover na.

Schrijf het op.

En beslis dan: wat heb ik nodig (what do I need)?

Ik ben Mariska, taalcoach voor high-level internationals en CEOs... more

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Transcript? Die vind je in mijn Dutch Speaking Channel.

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Heb je ooit (ever) gedacht:

"Ik stop ermee."

"Ik spreek wel gewoon weer Engels."

"Waarom doe ik dit mezelf aan?"

Dan ben je niet de enige. In deze aflevering vertel ik waarom bijna i... more

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Veel internationals denken dat ze meer grammatica, meer woorden of nog een cursus nodig hebben om Nederlands te spreken.

Dat dacht Haney ook.

Ze woont al zes jaar in Nederland, heeft een Nederlandse man, een Nederlandse schoonfamilie en werkt tuss... more

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In Nederland hoor je overal “jij” en “u”, maar wanneer gebruik je welke vorm?

In deze aflevering leg ik je op een simpele manier uit:

- wanneer je “u” gebruikt

- wanneer je gewoon “jij” kan zeggen

- dat Nederlanders helemaal niet zo formeel zijn... more

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Recent Guests

Derek Mitchell
Comedian and content creator from the US, active in the Netherlands
Self-employed/Entertainment
Episode: #142 | Interview with Derek Scott Mitchell @let'sdoubledutch. How did he manage to speak Dutch... hear it from someone who did it! [in English]
Ambi Oosterhout
Expert in breaking thought patterns
Episode: #128 | 'Ik spreek geen Nederlands' - is that true? An interview with thought pattern breaker Ambi Oosterhout (Dutch podcast B1)
Maartje Monné
Speech therapist specialized in voice and singing, living in France
Episode: #66 | Migration and the effects on your nervous system - interview (in Dutch) with expert Maartje Monné.
Katinka Reis
A friend and pronunciation expert who assists foreigners learning Dutch.
Episode: #50 | De lente is begonnen! Spring has begun.

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Mariska
Host and founder/instructor promoting practical Dutch speaking mastery and community-based learning.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 330 ratings
  • No actual content

    No actual content,repetitive just a promotion of the courses.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BenMN32
    Netherlands10 months ago
  • Super leuk

    Super leuk en informatief podcast om Nederlands te leren!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    martasbs
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Super easy to follow along

    It’s super easy to follow along and I can almost speak Dutch fluently now. She repeated herself many times and offers explanation to what she is teaching. I LOVE this podcast and would definitely recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maybell12322
    United Statesa year ago
  • Perfect for my level

    Great podcast for the level I am at!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    millyh39
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best podcast for dutch

    Learned lot from it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    coxcombjiij
    Netherlands2 years ago

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Fans appreciate progress-focused coaching and real-world language use.
Learners praise clear guidance and practical tips for speaking Dutch.
Listeners value the supportive community and actionable strategies.

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Talking Points

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#52 | Dutch Confidence FAQ - Alles wat je moet weten over de conversatiecursus.
Q: Is mijn level goed genoeg voor deze cursus?
Als je 80 procent hebt begrepen van deze podcast, dan kan je zeker meedoen.
#57 | Why you shouldn't expect a 'last-minute' dinner invitation from the Dutch (and other Dutch related topics)
Q: What do you believe is essential for parents learning Dutch as their children start school?
Mariska mentions that it’s crucial for parents to feel comfortable communicating in Dutch, suggesting they find a 'Dutch buddy' to practice with.
#57 | Why you shouldn't expect a 'last-minute' dinner invitation from the Dutch (and other Dutch related topics)
Q: How do you guide students to overcome their fear of speaking Dutch?
Mariska highlights the importance of finding joy in language learning, encouraging students not to be afraid of making mistakes, and to gradually build confidence by starting with small interactions.
#57 | Why you shouldn't expect a 'last-minute' dinner invitation from the Dutch (and other Dutch related topics)
Q: What influenced your decision to teach others your language?
Mariska explains that her journey was an accumulation of choices, leading her to combine her passion for teaching and her experiences traveling and interacting with different cultures.
#54 | Inspiratie-interview met Misa uit Slowakije
Q: Was there a specific moment that changed for you that you could express yourself better in Dutch?
It was a gradual process; learning at home and eventually attending school helped throughout.

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