Best Fluent in 3 Months Podcasts (2025)

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Diagnosed at 40, Fluent in 3 Months Dr. CJ Leland Breaks the Mold 22:37

2h ago22:37

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She mastered English in 3 months. She was diagnosed with ADHD in her 40s. What she discovered in between could change how you see your own potential. Dr. CJ Leland isn’t your typical comeback story she’s a disruptor of timelines and a destroyer of expectations. In this raw, 20-minute interview, Baz Porter dives deep into the journey of a Filipina g…

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Juggling and maintaining multiple languages 8:59

2d ago8:59

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In this episode of the Language and Travel Hacking Podcast, I dive into the age-old polyglot problem: how do you maintain multiple languages without losing your mind—or your fluency? I share how, over the last 22 years, I’ve followed a cycle of learning one language intensively for a short burst—usually around three months—and then spending the res…

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She Slept on Wooden Planks Now She Teaches Veterans How to Win at Life 22:37

3d ago22:37

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What if everything you thought made you "behind" was actually your greatest gift? In this riveting episode of Rise From The Ashes, Dr. Constance Leland known as CJ shares a soul-piercing story that will shift how you see adversity forever. Born in the Philippines and separated from her mother until age 7, CJ arrived in America at 13 and mastered th…

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How Nicole built a business from her darkest breakdown 19:32

7d ago19:32

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The breakdown wasn't the end it was Nicole's beginning. In part two of Nicole Borgi's story, she reveals how losing everything during COVID became the catalyst for building something extraordinary. When Vegas shut down, her security career vanished. Her law enforcement relationship crumbled. Family rifts cost her connection with her daughter. Most …

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Thoughts after 4 months of deep travels through Indonesia 15:31

9d ago15:31

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In this episode of the Language and Travel Hacking Podcast, I wrap up my incredible four-month journey through Indonesia, recording from Medan in North Sumatra before heading back to Bali for my final weeks. I reflect on just how vast this country is—highlighted by the fact that a flight back to Bali takes me four hours and still doesn’t even cover…

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The avatar secret that's healing trauma survivors 15:39

10d ago15:39

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Nicole Borgi's voice wasn't always this strong. In today's Rise from the Ashes episode, she reveals how domestic violence survivors and women afraid to be seen are finding their power through avatar technology. Her story hits hard. COVID lockdowns destroyed her Vegas security career. Her relationship with a law enforcement partner shattered. Family…

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The disadvantage of intensive language learning projects 11:20

14d ago11:20

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In this episode, I open up about the biggest downside of my three-month language missions: how quickly I forget the language afterward. As I wrap up Indonesian, I can already feel some of it slipping. This isn’t new — I’ve seen it happen with Hungarian, Arabic, and Japanese. Without regular use, a lot fades within weeks or months. That’s the “half-…

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Your grandmother's dying words are still controlling your life 17:29

14d ago17:29

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Your grandmother's dying words are still controlling your life. In this explosive Part 2, Michelle Ward reveals how childhood promises and deathbed commitments create invisible emotional prisons that have been sabotaging your happiness for decades. Discover the shocking connection between trapped emotions stored in your body and chronic pain, anxie…

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Imagine waking up tomorrow without the weight of self-sabotage crushing your dreams. 15:33

17d ago15:33

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Discover how trapped emotions and subconscious programming create self-sabotage patterns that keep you stuck in cycles of burnout, relationship chaos, and financial blocks. Michelle Ward, certified emotion code practitioner and self-sabotage coach, reveals the breakthrough method for identifying which of the five self-sabotage archetypes controls y…

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Is travelling alone... lonely? 10:13

20d ago10:13

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In this episode of the Language and Travel Hacking Podcast, I dive into one of the questions I get asked most often: is solo travel lonely? To answer that, I compare two contrasting experiences—my current quiet week in Sulawesi, Indonesia, and a past trip to Ibiza during the off-season. In Sulawesi, I’ve barely interacted with anyone, yet I feel co…

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You Already Are What You Seek (And Always Were) 19:44

21d ago19:44

19:44

What if everything you've been desperately chasing success, validation, worthiness was already yours by birthright? This mind-bending revelation emerges as the central breakthrough in part two of my conversation with Brian Muka, a former Navy bomb disposal tech turned Freedom Sherpa who spent years trying to outrun his fears through extreme challen…

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What if everything you know about burnout is wrong... and your nervous system is the real hijacker? 16:53

24d ago16:53

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Former Navy bomb disposal technician Brian Muka reveals the shocking truth about executive burnout, nervous system dysregulation, and trauma recovery that's sabotaging high-performing leaders worldwide. After experiencing what he calls "the avalanche" losing his military career trajectory in Iraq Brian discovered why leadership burnout, chronic str…

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You're one belief away from the version of you that’s been waiting to lead. 20:07

28d ago20:07

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In this powerful follow-up episode, celebrity hypnotist and executive coach Tim Shurr breaks down his One Belief Away™ method a 3-step system that’s helped thousands release fear, rewire self-sabotage, and create lasting breakthroughs. “Therapy trims the weed. Medication covers it. But real transformation pulls it from the root.” Through the steps …

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Why Therapy Didn't Work And What Finally Did 16:23

1M ago16:23

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What if everything holding you back came down to one belief? Celebrity hypnotist and executive coach Tim Shurr joins Rising from the Ashes to share the transformational truth behind anxiety, self-doubt, and chronic worry and why you don’t need years of therapy to heal it. From an unexpected hypnosis demo in college to over 16,000 sessions with high…

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The 4 C’s of Connection: A No-BS Framework for Sustainable Success 25:08

1M ago25:08

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Ever feel like you’re barking up the wrong tree in business? In this no-fluff conversation, The Redneck Connector Mike Ashburner breaks down how chasing clients (aka “dog-catching”) is burning out entrepreneurs and what to do instead. From his $5K positioning strategy to his Four C’s framework (Clarity, Connection, Community, Conversation), Mike un…

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The Day I Made a Friend Entirely Through Indonesian 9:28

1M ago9:28

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In this episode of the Language and Travel Hacking Podcast, I’m checking in from deep in the jungles of Borneo — or Kalimantan, as it’s called here in Indonesia — surrounded by orangutans, dense rainforest, and the kind of real-life language immersion I’ve been aiming for since the start of this journey. After nearly five months exploring the count…

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You Can’t Network Your Way Out of a Nervous Breakdown 19:16

1M ago19:16

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Tired of cold DMs, fake funnels, and forced connections? Mike Ashburner aka The Redneck Connector went from nearly homeless during COVID to building Hounds of Business, a trust-first community flipping the script on traditional sales. In this raw, real conversation, we unpack why spray-and-pray marketing burns out high achievers (like you), and how…

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How to Reclaim Your Power and Reinvent Yourself at Any Age 19:32

1M ago19:32

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After surviving trauma that shattered her identity, Eleni Anastos faced a choice: collapse… or reinvent. She chose power. In this moving episode, Eleni shares her blueprint for rebuilding after life knocks you down at any age. From creating your "badass list" of hidden talents to rewriting what success means, Eleni proves it's never too late to beg…

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She Was Attacked, Erased, and Betrayed Then She Rebuilt Herself Into a Weapon of Purpose 19:05

2M ago19:05

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What happens when your entire identity is ripped away in one violent moment? After surviving a brutal school assault and the gut-punch betrayal of a system that denied it ever happened Eleni Anastos lost everything she'd built over 30 years. But what she gained? Was far more powerful. In this raw and riveting episode, Eleni shares her fall and rise…

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She Found Her Husband After His Suicide. What Came Next Redefined Joy. 18:44

2M ago18:44

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What do you do when life rips everything from you and then comes back for what’s left? Michelle Collins didn’t just face one tragedy. She faced three. Back to back. And each one tried to end her. First, she lost her mother to leukemia. Then a brutal divorce. Then Glenn her Navy SEAL husband died by suicide. Michelle was the one who found him. What …

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She Lost Everything. Then Became the Guide She Needed Most. 18:19

2M ago18:19

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Michelle Collins lost her husband to suicide. Then her mother. That kind of grief doesn’t just hurt it shatters you. But instead of staying broken, Michelle turned her pain into power—and now helps others walk out of the dark. This episode isn’t about healing in theory. It’s about how to survive when your life has exploded and you’re still expected…

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Time to ditch Duolingo 10:25

2M ago10:25

10:25

In this episode, I finally say what I’ve tiptoed around for years: it’s time to delete Duolingo. With their recent decision to replace 148 courses with 100% AI-generated content, I can no longer recommend it—not even as a “better than nothing” option. The app was already more about dopamine than meaningful learning, and now with zero human input, t…

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Crushed by the System 35:52

2M ago35:52

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Carl O’Neil’s Comeback from Chronic Pain, Faith Crisis, and Legal Hell One moment changed his life. The system tried to break him. Faith helped him rise. In this deeply moving episode of Rise From The Ashes, Baz Porter sits down with Carl O’Neil, a former exercise trainer whose heroic act in the workplace turned into a personal hell of chronic pain…

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From Ashes and Illness to Inner Power 18:27

2M ago18:27

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Sabrina Johnson’s Radical Mindset Rebuild After Losing Everything What do you do when life takes everything from your home, your health, your identity and dares you to rise anyway? In this gripping second chapter with Sabrina Johnson, we uncover what happened after the trauma. After the silence was broken. After the truth was spoken. From meeting h…

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One More Drink Would’ve Killed Me 18:29

2M ago18:29

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Sabrina Johnson’s Unfiltered Comeback from Sexual Abuse, Alcoholism, and Silence Some stories don’t get whispered. They get buried until someone brave enough digs them up and dares to speak. This is that moment. On this soul-igniting episode of Rise From The Ashes, Sabrina Johnson breaks her silence after decades revealing a childhood trauma that n…

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The Truth About Anxiety (and How to Reclaim Your Center) 15:22

2M ago15:22

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Anxiety isn’t just fear it’s feedback. In this raw and revelatory episode, best-selling author and transformational teacher Cynthia James sits down with Baz Porter to dismantle the mainstream myths around mental health. Together, they expose the truth: anxiety is not the enemy it’s the alarm. The body’s way of whispering (or screaming), “You’re not…

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The language talent myth 9:05

2M ago9:05

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In this episode, I dive into the myth of “language talent” and why believing in it can seriously hold you back. I’ve struggled with comparing myself to others—especially those polished videos on YouTube or TikTok where someone speaks flawlessly and makes it all look effortless. But the truth is, you're only seeing a tiny, edited snapshot of their j…

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The confidence plateau 9:36

3M ago9:36

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In this episode, I talk about the “confidence plateau” I’ve hit while learning Indonesian during my travels in Java. Even though I know the language fairly well, I often catch myself switching to English because of self-doubt. It’s not that I don’t understand—it’s that I tell myself I don’t, and that hesitation stops me from properly engaging in th…

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Month 2 Language Project update 7:58

4M ago7:58

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After two intense months of studying Indonesian—dedicating up to eight hours a day, seven days a week—I’m excited to share my progress in this episode of the Language and Travel Hacking Podcast. I’ve reached a solid B1 level, able to hold conversations with patient speakers using formal Indonesian. Skipping Bali’s beaches and parties to focus entir…

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Your language learning space: A simple but effective hack! 5:44

4M ago5:44

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In this episode, I share a simple but effective language learning tip that has helped me stay focused throughout my travels: creating a dedicated study space. Whether it’s a specific table at home, a quiet café, or a co-working space, having a designated environment for language learning helps eliminate distractions and puts my brain in "study mode…

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The benefits of AI for language learners 13:29

4M ago13:29

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In this episode of Language and Travel Hacking, I share how AI has supercharged my language learning. While it won’t replace real practice, it’s a game-changer for mnemonics. Before AI, coming up with memory aids was slow—now I drop words into ChatGPT or Gemini and get instant, creative mnemonics across multiple languages. One gem? The Indonesian p…

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Solving the listening comprehension problem 10:13

4M ago10:13

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In this episode, I share my biggest challenge in learning Indonesian—listening comprehension. While I can read well and converse with teachers, real-life conversations at natural speed remain a struggle. With my upcoming travels in Java, improving my listening skills has become my top priority. A common mistake is jumping straight into native conte…

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Month 1 update on my 2025 intensive language learning project 13:04

4M ago13:04

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I’m sharing my one-month update on my intensive Indonesian learning project. My goal has been to reach at least a B1 level before starting four months of full immersion in Indonesia, and I’m happy to say that I’m well on track. Right now, I’m at a strong A2 (upper beginner) level, making very fast progress. Over the past month, I’ve been following …

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How I became an alien of extraordinary ability: US visas 10:02

5M ago10:02

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In this episode, Benny shares his fascinating journey through the complex world of US visas, from his early days on a J-1 visa working summer jobs in New York to securing the infamous O-1 visa – better known as the ‘Alien of Extraordinary Ability’ visa. He reflects on how his blogging success and language-learning mission helped him qualify for thi…

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Future of travel: Go to popular places ASAP! 11:59

5M ago11:59

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Hello and welcome to The Language and Travel Hacking Podcast! In this episode, I’m tackling a big question: How can you make the most of iconic travel destinations before they become impossible to enjoy? While I’ve talked about exploring off-the-beaten-track gems in the past, this time I’m focusing on the classics—Rome, Paris, Bali—those famous spo…

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Future of travel: Avoiding the "hotspot problem" 12:19

5M ago12:19

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Are you tired of crowded hotspots and skyrocketing travel costs? On this episode of The Language and Travel Hacking Podcast, I’m diving into the future of travel and tackling the “hotspot problem.” Recorded from bustling Bali, I’ll share my firsthand experience of how even off-peak seasons feel like peak season—and why this trend is happening globa…

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Picking the right teacher for a language project 8:42

5M ago8:42

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As part of my Indonesian project ahead of travelling through the country, I’ve been testing out different tutors to find one who truly suits my learning style. From filtering by dialect, availability, and budget on platforms like italki to booking trial lessons with multiple tutors in one week, I’ve refined a method that ensures I get the best fit …

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Kicking off my 2025 language learning project 10:17

6M ago10:17

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I’m kicking off 2025 with a new language project: learning Bahasa Indonesia. I’ll be studying intensively in Bali for two months before exploring Java, Sumatra, Borneo, and beyond. Indonesian’s simplicity—no conjugations or noun genders—makes it one of the easiest languages I’ve started, but my focus isn’t on mastery. My goal is to reach a B1 conve…

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AFP 193 - Comprehensible Input and Toki Pona with Joel ( jan Telakoman) 46:48

7M ago46:48

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In this episode I'm joined by Toki Pona speaker Joel, also known as jan Telakoman. During the call we discuss comprehensible input as one of the strongest ways to learn a new language, and we both share our experiences learning toki pona - a tiny, constructed language of only ~150 words. Joel's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@jantelakoman …

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Saving money with the world's easiest language 10:18

7M ago10:18

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In this episode, Benny shares his frugal travel plans for the upcoming New Year, featuring the Junulara Esperanto Renkontiĝo (Youth Esperanto Week) in Belgium. He explains how Esperanto events provide a unique mix of cultural immersion, affordable travel, and socializing with open-minded, language-loving individuals. From low-cost accommodation to …

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Announcing my big 2025 language and travel project! 8:08

7M ago8:08

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Benny Lewis shares his ambitious plans for 2025, which revolve around learning Indonesian and traveling across Indonesia. Following his 2024 adventure exploring every state in Brazil, Benny plans to spend the first two months of the new year in Bali. While Bali is a tourist hub, he intends to use it as a comfortable base for intensive language stud…

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What is it like to visit every state of Brazil? 11:53

7M ago11:53

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In this episode, Benny Lewis shares his journey of completing a long-time travel goal: visiting all 26 states of Brazil plus the federal district. Over the course of nine months, Benny explored the country deeply, opting for buses and boats whenever possible to immerse himself in authentic local experiences. He recounts highlights such as the breat…

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Moving abroad: What to think about (part 2) 11:30

8M ago11:30

11:30

In this episode of the Language and Travel Hacking Podcast, host Benny Lewis dives into part two of his guide to preparing for a potential move abroad. Building on the previous episode's core tips, Benny emphasizes the importance of considering how to financially sustain oneself while living in a new country. He discusses the challenges of finding …

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Moving abroad: What to think about (part 1) 9:29

8M ago9:29

9:29

In this episode of the Language and Travel Hacking podcast, Benny Lewis dives into the essentials of planning a move abroad. Inspired by recent conversations with listeners and current events, Benny shares his insights on creating a solid foundation before relocating. He emphasizes the importance of careful planning, listing pros and cons of potent…

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AFP 192: Virtual Reality Language Learning with Katie Pascoe 1:17:23

8M ago1:17:23

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Katie from Dynamic Languages comes on the podcast to share what the future of virtual reality might look like. During the conversation we also cover topics like learning whilst travelling, language learning in schools, and much more. About Dynamic Languages: App on the Meta Store: https://www.meta.com/en-gb/experiences/dynamic-languages/48900533910…

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Improving language skills through learning other new things 8:45

8M ago8:45

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In this episode, Benny shares a unique approach to language learning while traveling: enrolling in local classes for non-language subjects. Benny explains that by taking lessons in activities like dancing, cooking, or even martial arts, he gets valuable language exposure in real-world settings. He has experienced this firsthand, having learned sals…

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Several tools to share your travel itinerary 12:39

8M ago12:39

12:39

In this episode of the Language and Travel Hacking Podcast, Benny dives into tools for sharing travel itineraries, inspired by his friend Derek Sivers. Benny discusses why sharing travel plans can be useful for friends and followers who want to stay updated on your whereabouts. He highlights simple tools like Google Docs for basic details and more …

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Using travel to get in shape 17:37

8M ago17:37

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In this episode, Benny shares his inspiring journey of losing 20kg (44lbs) through travel. After reaching 120kg (265lbs) and feeling stuck in unhealthy habits, Benny chose to reset his routine by traveling to the remote beach town of Jericoacoara in Brazil. There, he found himself walking daily, avoiding food delivery apps, and engaging in physical…

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How I became a polyglot 12:14

9M ago12:14

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In this episode of the Language and Travel Hacking Podcast, Benny revisits the story of how he became a polyglot. He shares his early struggles with maintaining multiple languages, especially during his time learning Spanish, Italian, and French. Benny explains how his breakthrough came in 2006, during his stay in Florianópolis, Brazil, where the i…

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Travel Health Hacks: Avoiding and Managing Illness on the Road 11:55

9M ago11:55

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In this episode of the Language and Travel Hacking Podcast, host Benny Lewis dives into the challenges of staying healthy while traveling. Drawing from 21 years of travel experience, Benny shares his personal stories of getting sick on the road, from a severe illness in Egypt to dealing with the smoke from burning rainforests in Brazil. He emphasiz…

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