Learn Languages with Steve Kaufmann

Learn Languages with Steve Kaufmann

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 learn a language. You just need the right attitude and the right approach!

Episodes

Polyglot reacts: How good is Mark Carney’s French?

March 19, 2025 • 14 mins
Canada has a new Prime Minister—but how good is his French?
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Explaining LingQ to a linguistics student: AI, dialects, gamification and more

March 12, 2025 • 22 mins
In this video, I answer questions about AI, explicit grammar study, and gamification in language learning.
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My daily goal for language learning (and why it works)

March 6, 2025 • 7 mins
In this video, I talk about how focusing on understanding first sets me up for better speaking skills down the road.
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How to learn a completely unfamiliar language: my first steps in Punjabi

February 26, 2025 • 13 mins
Is immersion-based learning effective for completely unfamiliar languages? I think so! Watch as I take on Punjabi with LingQ in my latest video.
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10 things I never do when learning a language

February 19, 2025 • 10 mins
10 things I never do when learning a language by Steve Kaufmann
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How I actually use LingQ to learn languages

February 12, 2025 • 9 mins
Motivation, time, and the ability to notice are all key to language learning. In this video, I share how I use LingQ to make the most of all three.
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Start a language from scratch (the natural way)

February 5, 2025 • 11 mins
In this video, I share how to start learning a language from scratch in a way that aligns with how our brains naturally learn.
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How to revive a language you’ve forgotten

January 29, 2025 • 16 mins
Worried you’ve forgotten a language? Reviving it might be easier than you think! In this video, I share my step-by-step plan and discuss my experiences with Turkish, Arabic, and Persian over the years.
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4 mindset pillars for language learners

January 23, 2025 • 10 mins
In this video, I discuss the concept of cultural weightlessness and share how Taoist philosophy has shaped my language learning journey.
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6 reasons I still buy language books in 2025

January 15, 2025 • 8 mins
In this video, I explore the advantages and disadvantages of using paper books for language learning.
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7 reasons to listen before you read

January 8, 2025 • 8 mins
In this video, I share 7 reasons why I prefer listening before reading when learning a new language.
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New Year’s resolution: goal or commitment?

January 2, 2025 • 9 mins
New Year’s resolution: goal or commitment? by Steve Kaufmann
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The neuroscience behind sticking to your resolutions

December 25, 2024 • 9 mins
As 2025 approaches, I wanted to explore how personal traits influence our plans and actions — and why it’s important to consider them when making New Year’s resolutions.
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This Italian polyglot speaks 15 languages. What’s his secret? (feat. ‪@LucaLampariello‬)

December 19, 2024 • 48 mins
In this video, my friend ‪@LucaLampariello‬ and I explore how input, pronunciation, and mindset shape language learning success.
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How to use YouTube to boost your language skills

December 11, 2024 • 12 mins
In this video, I share why I believe YouTube is the best platform for learning languages and how both teachers and students can make the most of it.
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STOP doing these 7 things to START crushing your language goals

December 4, 2024 • 13 mins
In this video, I share 7 things to stop doing right now to avoid hindering your language learning progress and start enjoying the process.
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10x your vocabulary growth with this language challenge

November 27, 2024 • 7 mins
In this video, I share my personal experience with reading in different languages and explain why reading a book is an important milestone for a language learner.
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How to pick the right language book for self-study

November 20, 2024 • 16 mins
In this video I share my experience with language textbooks and some tips on how to choose the right one.
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5 ways to improve your pronunciation in any language

November 13, 2024 • 11 mins
5 ways to improve your pronunciation in any language by Steve Kaufmann
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The best app for learning a language on your own

November 6, 2024 • 14 mins
LingQ was recently recognized as the most effective language learning app by an independent research organization. In this video, I talk about what sets LingQ apart from other apps and methods.
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