Best Azren The Language Nerd Podcasts (2025)

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I was 99% consistent with my Ukrainian studies 9:50

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14h ago9:50

9:50

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How to Use Your Short Attention Span to Learn Languages Faster 11:11

8d ago11:11

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In this episode, I'm going to talk about what is perhaps the most important thing when learning a language: time. I've studied Ukrainian for just under 180 hours, and while I'm not fluent, I can hold conversations. But getting that much study time in can be difficult. So, how can you study for 90 minutes (or more!) in a single day without getting t…

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Finding Your "Best Way" to Learn a Language: Why Data Matters 8:12

10d ago8:12

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In this episode, I'm going to talk about the question I always get: "What's the best way to learn a language?" . I'll explain why I don't think there is one single "best way" for everyone. Instead, I believe the most effective method is one created specifically for you, based on detailed information and data about your learning process. I discuss t…

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My 4-year-old cousin almost joined the podcast 4:22

29d ago4:22

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4 simple steps to fluency 7:41

1M ago7:41

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Mastery sneaks up on you when you least expect it 6:25

1M ago6:25

6:25

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Changing the world 15:29

2M ago15:29

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Want to help with anything I mentioned in this episode? Fill out the contact form on my website: https://aztenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

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Fluency is a process [brainstorm] 22:29

2M ago22:29

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How we're solving the motivation problem 35:12

2M ago35:12

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An Engine for Job Creation 14:49

2M ago14:49

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Let me be blunt - you study too much 18:39

2M ago18:39

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"Fluency recipes" 12:13

2M ago12:13

12:13

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我的第一個中文podcast 9:05

2M ago9:05

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謝謝大家收聽今天的 podcast。如果你對學習外語的方法有任何問題，隨時可以聯絡我：https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

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Mi primer podcast en español 9:48

2M ago9:48

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¡Gracias a todos por escuchar el podcast de hoy! Si tienen alguna pregunta sobre cómo aprender idiomas extranjeros, no duden en ponerse en contacto conmigo.

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Mon premier podcast en français 11:12

2M ago11:12

11:12

Merci à tous d’avoir écouté le podcast d’aujourd’hui ! Si vous avez des questions sur l’apprentissage des langues étrangères, n’hésitez pas à me contacter.

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Read, listen, talk. That's it. 12:14

2M ago12:14

12:14

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Maintaining fluency is tough 9:31

2M ago9:31

9:31

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My microphone died 13:04

2M ago13:04

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The 3-part fluency formula 24:29

2M ago24:29

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A great tutor has great soft skills 11:08

3M ago11:08

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My fluency literally doubled, but it came with a cost 7:12

4M ago7:12

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Enjoy today's episode! Contact me at https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact if you have any questions or would like to inquire about lessons.

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Language learning rites of passage 12:08

4M ago12:08

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Brainstorm part 2 41:06

4M ago41:06

41:06

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Brainstorm 27:22

4M ago27:22

27:22

Thanks for listening!

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How I learned to motivate myself 17:28

4M ago17:28

17:28

I hope hearing my experience helps you unlock motivation for yourself. If you have any questions, you are always welcome to email me here: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

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2 years of work into 1 episode: Everything you need to reach fluency 15:21

4M ago15:21

15:21

If you're interested in the Fluency Jumpstart I mention in the podcast, email me! Write FLUENCY JUMPSTART in the email body: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

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Here's why I aim for fluency 8:03

4M ago8:03

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Fluency means a lot to me and always has. I have an advanced level in 2 foreign languages and an upper-intermediate level in another 2. I hope to one day have an advanced level in 7 foreign languages (plus my mother tongue of course). In this podcast, I explain why it matters so much to me. If you have any comments or questions, as usual feel free …

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The #1 reason you're not fluent yet 10:25

5M ago10:25

10:25

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The 6 core language learning skills 11:53

5M ago11:53

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These are at the core of learning any language. I believe it's important to understand what they are and how to boost each one. If you have any questions or want help with your language learning, shoot me an email: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

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Woo-hoo! I'm back on track to become fluent 7:01

5M ago7:01

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Want to follow the Fluency Roadmap that I'm currently using? Shoot me an email! Write FLUENCY ROADMAP in the email body and I'll send it to you (it's free). https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

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Torn apart by polar opposite priorities 9:36

6M ago9:36

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You know that feeling of having two choices that pull you in opposite directions? Two priorities that are both equally important and you just can't find the right balance? That's how I feel today. - - - Want a free at-home fluency kit? It's meant for driven and serious language learners wanting to jumpstart their way to fluency. It's packed with us…

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Polyglot Rapper LUM Joins the Show! 57:36

6M ago57:36

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What a treat to have LUM on the podcast! It was an exciting, intriguing, and quirky episode today. Learn about LUM's musical and linguistic journey - you're sure to love it. Learn more about LUM here: https://linktr.ee/lumofficial

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Verbal spaghetti 7:14

6M ago7:14

7:14

I believe this will be the unlock for some of you. It's a concept that is rarely discussed. Enjoy! Take lessons with me and become fluent. Learn more here.

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Deep Dive Conversation on Language Learning Practices 36:00

7M ago36:00

36:00

Enjoy this interview with a fellow polyglot named Urmi! Find her work here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZoiI0SGU0Xo9_lNjtLWtgg

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Rule of 100 for language learners 6:18

7M ago6:18

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The Rule of 100 has been a game-changer in my personal and professional life. I would highly recommend using it for language learning purposes too. I learned it from Alex Hormozi. Want to take lessons with a tutor on my team? Visit my website!

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Guaranteeing fluency is simple 4:49

7M ago4:49

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It's not as complicated of a problem as others that exist nowadays that humans are working to solve. Guaranteeing fluency should, indeed, be possible. Want to take lessons with a tutor on my team? Visit my website!

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Secret reason fueling my efforts 2:53

7M ago2:53

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I don't think I've ever talked about this before. It's a secret, don't tell anyone else. Want to take lessons with a tutor on my team? Visit my website!

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Clarity is the key to fluency 3:12

7M ago3:12

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I've been thinking about this a lot recently. I'm wondering if one of the main reasons people struggle to reach fluency is that they aren't clear on what the main obstacles are and actually how to overcome them. Want to take lessons with a tutor on my team? Visit my website!

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Behind the scenes 5:19

7M ago5:19

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A simple behind-the-scenes look at the Calgary Language Nerds. Here's what we have been working on lately. Want to take lessons with a tutor on my team? Visit my website!

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The worst ways to learn a language 6:46

7M ago6:46

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Often it's a better idea to ask yourself what the "worst" way to do something is. It's frequently easier to identify that. Avoiding pitfalls is often enough to make it to the finish line. Want to take lessons with a tutor on my team? Visit my website!

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Aiming at fluency 5:24

7M ago5:24

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This might just be the #1 most important thing to do if you want to become fluent in another language. Want to work toward fluency yourself? Visit my website! https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

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The key to my language learning success 5:00

7M ago5:00

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It worked for me, maybe it will for you too. It's at least worth considering! To learn a language with me, visit my website.

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I'm proud of my work again 3:10

7M ago3:10

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Real talk: I was disappointed in myself. In 2023, I realized that students at the Calgary Language Nerds progressed slowly. I also noticed that most people didn't take many lessons. I think the average used to be something like 16 hours of class per person...in the course of a year. Considering that the vast majority of learners at the time didn't …

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5 obstacles to reaching fluency 10:57

7M ago10:57

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Learning a language makes you braver 6:20

7M ago6:20

6:20

This was a novel thought that came to mind today. Language learning really does make me braver - and I think it can do that for other people too. Want me to teach you a language? Visit my website! https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

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Gradual exposure combats anxiety 5:28

7M ago5:28

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For those who struggle with feeling self-conscious when learning a language, this is for you. Want me to teach you a language? Visit my website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

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You can do it, I believe in you! 4:50

7M ago4:50

4:50

Some words of encouragement :) Want me to teach you a language? Visit https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

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Don't quit when you hit rock bottom 5:21

7M ago5:21

5:21

As th saying goes, when you hit rock bottom, there's only one place to go: up. Just keep going. Want me to teach you a language? Visit my website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

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Frustration triggers learning 3:57

7M ago3:57

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Have you ever thought of this before? If not, listen up! Frustration is necessary. Without it, you aren't actually learning; you're probably just tricking yourself. Want to learn a language with me? Visit my website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

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A simplified look at grammar 7:20

7M ago7:20

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Don't overcomplicate grammar. Prioritize your study by understanding the two primary dimensions of grammar. Want to work directly with one of my tutors? Visit my website!