Best Lovejoy Actually Podcasts (2024)

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AFP 191 - Benny Lewis: Recovery from bad times, Korean Mission, and the Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp 54:39

1y ago54:39

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In this episode we catch up with Fluent in 3 Months founder Benny Lewis about his latest language learning mission (Korean), the new and improved Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp, and a very open discussion on how he recovered from a few horrible years of depression, divorce, debt, and weight gain. Benny's Website where you can find everything including…

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AFP 190 - Luca Lampariello: The Impact of Mindset on Language Learning 47:54

1y ago47:54

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In this episode, Kris and Luca Lampariello discuss the importance of building confidence and identity in a language to overcome perfectionism and fear of making mistakes. They also touch on the impact of mindset on language learning, the benefits of speaking a language even imperfectly, and the challenge of maintaining multiple languages. Lampariel…

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AFP 189 - Emily Harris: Language Learning, Culture, and Perfectionism as a Transracial Adoptee 58:16

1y ago58:16

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In this podcast episode, language learner and transracial adoptee Emily Harris discusses her own experiences as an adoptee when it comes to learning her heritage language, and her experiences with perfectionism and finding balance in language learning. She also talks about her language learning journey, including her initial attraction to German an…

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AFP 188: Cara Leopold - Expat Experiences, Listening Skills, and Movie Club 1:13:50

1+ y ago1:13:50

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In this podcast episode, I'm joined by Cara Leopold, an English listening specialist, and founder of Leo Listening to talk about her experience learning French, moving to France, and eventually integrating in the local community as an expat. We also discuss English listening skills, and her new project: The Movie Club, which helps English speakers …

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AFP 187 - Heidi Lovejoy: Perfectionism and Language Learning 2:07:13

1+ y ago2:07:13

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In this episode of the Actual Fluency Podcast, host Kris Broholm interviews Heidi Lovejoy, the creator and host of The Love, Joy and Languages Podcast. They discuss the topic of perfectionism and its effects on language learning, mental health, and imposter syndrome. Lovejoy shares her struggles with perfectionism while learning Italian, how it aff…

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June 2022 Update - Post Pandemic Stress Disorder, Moving Countries, Podcast 16:16

2y ago16:16

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Kris comes back with a quick update to announce the return of the Actual Fluency podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/actualfluency/message

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AFP 186: Rosemary Salomone - The Rise of English 45:37

2+ y ago45:37

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In this episode I'm joined by Rosemary Salomone to discuss the role of English on a global academic level, and some of the challenges faced by minorities and non-english native speaking students and countries in the world. Rosemary is the Kenneth Wang Professor of Law at St. John's University in Queens, New York. Prior to joining the legal academy,…

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AFP 185: Sadelle Wiltshire - Learning at Different Ages and Minority Languages 48:34

2+ y ago48:34

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In this podcast episode I'm joined by Sadelle Wiltshire, who shares her story of learning languages at different ages, including her passion for Irish and the community of learners she's found for the language. Sadelle's website: https://www.sadellewiltshire.com/ The Fluent in 3 Months Challenge: https://actf.lu/fi3m-challenge --- Send in a voice m…

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AFP 184: Rick Dearman - Using Forums in Language Learning 41:41

3y ago41:41

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In this episode Kris is joined by Rick Dearman to talk about using forums to help support you in your language learning, language conferences, and much more. Special thanks to OPTILINGO for sponsoring the podcast. You can check out this innovative language learning app, designed to make you SPEAK a language by going to https://optilingo.com To find…

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AFP 183 - Jennifer Degenhardt: Better School Learning and Creating Inclusive Materials 1:08:29

3y ago1:08:29

1:08:29

In the episode I'm joined by Spanish Teacher and Educational Author, Jennifer Degenhardt. We go over why school language learning is in such a bad state in many schools, and what innovative and energetic teachers like Jennifer can do to improve the results the kids get from the classroom. We also talk about her diverse and inclusive range of educat…

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75. Last Tango 2:11:02

3y ago2:11:02

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Your Lovejoy raconteurs and bon vivants* are back for the final time with an extra, extra long episode seeing as it's THE VERY LAST ONE! Pol geeks out in extremis as we analyse Tinker's Dream, wonder just how many archaelogical digs one man can raid and enjoy the East Anglian Antique Dealers Association Annual Dance. * After all, who amongst us has…

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74. Minty Tequila (Holding the Baby) 1:27:52

3y ago1:27:52

1:27:52

In this (very literal) episode we learn about the Cato Street Conspiracy - no thanks to UKTV Play - and enjoy, or not, an old school Lovejoy epsiode replete with tax people and an antique that just happens to be worth the exact amount of money he's short of. Em tells a traumatic pram story, Dr. Helen tells us about hypnotherapy and we conclude Cric…

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73. Live, Laugh, LOVEJOY (Fruit of the Desert) 1:26:34

3y ago1:26:34

1:26:34

What better advice do you need? We enjoy watching a thoroughly naked (according to Em) Lovejoy getting hit by a massive mop this episode, as we also learn the difference between Tat and Valuable, remember Mr. Motivator and get thoroughly distracted by a packet of crisps. The original Lovejoy episode was written by none other than the man himself Mr…

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72. Willies Galore! (Beating the Broker) 1:15:57

3y ago1:15:57

1:15:57

Join us as we enjoy some interesting sartorial choices and a blossoming bromance this week. There's smut aplenty as the Suffolk PD come up with a rather convuluted plan to recruit an antiques expert in their battle against a cur-ved sea captain. The original Lovejoy episode was written by Douglas Watkinson and directed by Alex Kirby. Antique of the…

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71. Never mind the... | Last of the Uzkoks 1:15:52

3y ago1:15:52

1:15:52

Everyone wants Lovejoy to tell them who owns a godly bread bin - from the Greek Orthodox Church in London to the Dutch Land Reclamation Society - and they'll all pay him for the privilege. Come and have a listen as we enjoy a pangolin distraction, hear about the Dunwich Dynamo and meet a generic loon who just adores "Tinky" ! The original Lovejoy e…

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70. Bit of a Bonk (Guns n Roses) 1:16:21

3y ago1:16:21

1:16:21

Pol’s run out of white wine (catastrophe) on what is very much not a red wine evening - as you might be able to tell by the audio quality(!) But we still get to learn the etymology of “ponce”, that Helen hates shampoo and why you should always buy an off peak return in this episode as we’re delighted to see Lovejoy in a place very dear to our heart…

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AFP 182 - Liz Sharma from Talk The Streets on Portuguese 56:14

3y ago56:14

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In the episode I'm joined by Portuguese teacher and YouTuber Liz Sharma to talk about Portugal, Portuguese (European vs Brazilian) and how Liz moved from the U.K to Portugal. Since I just moved to Portugal myself I got to ask a lot of curiosity-driven questions, including what Portuguese learners normally struggle with. === SPONSOR This episode is …

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69. Chekhov’s Trouser Press (Double Edged Sword) 1:43:37

3y ago1:43:37

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An extra long episode with extra voices as we’re joined by the Midsomer Maniacs themselves!! We have an absolute blast discussing this episode where Jim Leonard returns, and he’s in MEGA TROUBLE. Listen in as we discover that there are no blackcurrants in North America, that Charlotte is living in the future and exactly where the Stretford End is. …

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68. MEN (Somewhere, Over The Rainbow) 1:19:20

3y ago1:19:20

1:19:20

Lovejoy and his band of scallywags (what?) are back and we have a bit of a stare into the abyss listener, but don't worry, it's not very deep. Plenty of potential for peril this episode though as we see a sad AND forlorn AND melancholy Tink having a mope in a pub, a caravan and on a bridge - before he disappears! So join us to learn what naughty th…

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67. Chesspert (Day of Reckoning) 1:39:54

3y ago1:39:54

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Sustained peril this episode as we sit through approximately 22 hours of reckoning... Charlotte's in trouble (again) but not to worry, Lovejoy - and not the police, what are you thinking - is on the case! Join us as we discuss the difference between a sacristy and a vestry, enjoy some omnious music and learn that everyone is taller than Helen. The …

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66. Tonsil Tennis (Fair Exchange) 1:39:35

3y ago1:39:35

1:39:35

Lovejoy - it's like a mullet sandwich made of two lacks of mullet with a mullet filling... anyway, here we are with the first episode of Series 6! Mature Themes this week with some first class twattery from Charlotte's horrid love interest (Gordon Fitzalan / and Alan fits Gordon) and the question of whether Miss Bianca from the rescuers really did …

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65. A Long Way From Lavenham 1:28:20

3y ago1:28:20

1:28:20

Live free or DIE!! Come with us (and Lovejoy) to the good ol’ US of A replete with diners, cheerleaders, divebars. ‘gators and … interesting numberplates as we have a ball discussing the second part of Series 5 Xmas - contentious - special. The original Lovejoy episode was directed by Geoffrey Sax and written by - of course - Dick Clement and Ian L…

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64. A Lot of Raff (The Lost Colony - Part One) 1:20:01

3+ y ago1:20:01

1:20:01

It’s finally here! Polly’s all time for sure 100% favourite ever episode of Lovejoy! This is part one as we talked for so long about the feature length series 5 finale/Christmas special (who knows? we don’t…) Part two will be with you next week. We’ve finally done a vague amount of research so please enjoy more geography knowledge, Em’s Fortean mus…

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63. The Price Of Fish 1:27:29

3+ y ago1:27:29

1:27:29

Jolly hockey sticks with Chas and the gang at her school reunion - poor Lovejoy! An unashamedly romantic episode this week, where Lovejoy possibly gets wine on his shirt (again.) The original Lovejoy episode was written by Andy de la Tour and directed by Jim Hill. Antique of the Week: a rather depressed looking taxidermy rabbit.…

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62. May the Peace of Gimbert be upon you (Never Judge A Book) 1:32:34

3+ y ago1:32:34

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An extra long episode because quite frankly we were too excited by RICHARD BRIARS to keep it concise. Fond memories of fudge, a nice easy switcheroo and an incredibly strong cocktail all feature this week as we meet Faith, Hope and Raymond... The original Lovejoy episode was written by Colin Shindler and directed by Jim Hill. Antique of the Week: a…

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61. Famous in Grimsby (Swings & Roundabouts) 1:08:53

3+ y ago1:08:53

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It's our very own version of a mysterious Terry episode as we refuse to resolve the Mumsnet Boswell riddle . Pol has fond memories of the Ribblesdale Swimming Baths Car and Em struggles over the word quacksilver, as we enjoy an episode featuring Phil Daniels (though not quite enough for Helen's taste...) The original Lovejoy episode was written by …

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60. Goose Bumps 1:26:42

3+ y ago1:26:42

1:26:42

Another lockdown episode in which we ferries, dentists and of course THE PUB... all of which feature heavily in this week, along with the wonderful Mr. Pete Postlethwaite, much to our delight! Tune in for RL Stine chat, Goose Nutters and to hear Helen write a Haiku. Antique of the Week: Head Sports Bag, Point Horror novels and 90s flyers The origin…

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59. Peking Gun 1:11:32

3+ y ago1:11:32

1:11:32

Bert Kwouk's back and so is the peril (and Lovejoy's dressing gown....) in an episode featuring an aging party animal, a Chinese yuppie and a shady organisation - like the WI but for crime syndicates... Come over to @lovejoyapod and tell us your Chinese zodiac! Antique of the Week - the Africa collection (which bit of Africa? Who knows!) The origin…

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58. Bonus Ep! Interview with Andy Rowley 53:47

3+ y ago53:47

53:47

A little present for Twixtmas! Here's our previously published Patreon interview with Andy Rowley, Bafta award winning production manager, who worked on Lovejoy in the 90s. You can join us on Patreon for early access to episodes as well as blooper reels, Q&As and other behind the scenes stuff - www.patreon.com/lovejoyactually…

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57. Rembrandt - Never Used (Poetic License) 1:22:40

3+ y ago1:22:40

1:22:40

Disbelief positively floats this episode as Lovejoy encounters more peril, this time because - guess why - that’s right, a friend of Charlotte’s needs helping out of a sticky financial situation. Psychological thriller with the loveable rogue, where we discuss the postwar Camden bohemia, Helen’s love of a bureau and the well known 1993 art deco ant…

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56. Pimp My Sideboard (Stones of Destiny) 1:30:52

3+ y ago1:30:52

1:30:52

Who cares about Charlie’s sideboard? NOT US! Or our special guest, Mr. Arwel Richards, who joins us for some asides all the way from Magic Wales. We meet some baddie historians, fake druids and “revenge preacher guy” in this week’s episode where we also enjoy some very 90s hair, a really big house and learn that Helen loves a cave. The original was…

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AFP 181 - Olle Linge: Hacking Chinese and Academic vs Non-Academic Learning 1:22:21

3+ y ago1:22:21

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Brought to you by OPTILINGO -- https://optilingo.com In this episode I'm joined by Olle Linge from Hacking Chinese to talk about his "random" journey into Chinese, founding the Hacking Chinese website (10 years anniversary this year) and a ton of language learning methodology and academic vs non-academic perspectives. A lot of the advice in the epi…

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55. Lady Biker One (Ducking & Diving) 1:19:01

3+ y ago1:19:01

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A shock exit (rather more whimper than bang, if we’re honest) and an improbably large sideboard this week as Tink and Eric try to go on holiday, while DCI Sharp (ANTIQUES SQUAD) is determined to nick Lovejoy for reasons known only to himself and his dot matrix printer. The original Lovejoy episode was written by John Milne and directed by Jim Hill.…

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AFP 180 - Hēmi Kelly: Māori Language and Culture 41:16

3+ y ago41:16

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Brought to you by OPTILINGO -- https://optilingo.com Editor's Note: A previous version of this episode had some audio issues, which have been fixed. In this episode I'm joined by "A Māori Phrase a Day" author Hēmi Kelly, to find out a little more about Māori, which is the name of the indigenous people of New Zealand, as well as the language. Hēmi i…

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54. Un Podcast Petit (3 Men & A Brittle Lady) 1:27:44

3+ y ago1:27:44

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Helen brings us up to speed with our French grammar this episode as we learn how much Charlie loves porcelain, how much we love Percy the Porcelain and just exactly what is a market ouvert. The original Lovejoy episode was written by Douglas Watkinson and directed by Nicholas Laughland. Antiques of the Week: a lovely teapot and a trunk stuffed full…

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53. Tink Finds A Tiger (The Kakiemon Tiger) 1:21:04

3+ y ago1:21:04

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Another cracking episode as we discuss the size of horses, (Julie) fruit baskets, “Rose Bum Man” and the finest French paperweights in East Anglia… and of course, this is the one where we meet the fantastic Beth (and her Docs)!! The original Lovejoy episode was written by Roger Marshall and directed by Nicholas Laughland.…

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52. Nipple Ring Diversion (A Going Concern) 1:09:32

4y ago1:09:32

1:09:32

“Don’t forget me, love… Dave?!” A bit of a tearjerker this week, as we meet Charlotte Cavendish and come to terms with Jane really being gone for good! In amongst all that we also find time to discuss flashbacks, Look Back in Anger for five year olds and whether or not you should put a stretch on LinkedIn. The original Lovejoy episode was written b…

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51. The Last Generation To Be Scared By Mirrors (Who Is The Fairest?) 1:26:31

4y ago1:26:31

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An almost feature length episode as we say goodbye to a favourite character (and can't bring ourselves to talk about it!) It's a very "omnious" episode with a spooky mirror, a dingy dockyard and even a little bit of bin juice. The original Lovejoy episode was written by Jeremy Paul and directed by Baz Taylor. Antique of the Week: gap years, country…

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AFP 179 - Kerstin Cable: Women in Language and Teaching Careers in Languages 1:11:22

4y ago1:11:22

1:11:22

Brought to you by OPTILINGO -- One of the most popular guests of the podcast returns to share all the details for her upcoming project, that she co-hosts with Lindsay Williams and Shannon Kennedy: Women in Language (September 17-20, 2020) Here are some of the things we discuss during the episode: * What Kerstin has been up to for the past 2 years s…

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50. One To Remember! (Pig in a Poke) 1:10:30

4y ago1:10:30

1:10:30

Back to school everyone, yep we’re back with Series Five (and with Helen!) Another weird birthday present kicks off the plot this episode as we learn there’s no such thing as a micropig, why you can’t hide a wrapped-in-a-bin-bag-bronze forever and wonder if Helen used her time off to create the Wikipedia entry on The History of Telephone Numbers in…

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AFP 178 - Lina Vasquez: Mindset, Psychology, and Self-development 1:33:57

4y ago1:33:57

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Brought to you by Optilingo. In this episode I'm joined by my friend Lina Vasquez, an amazing polyglot who shares her passion for languages, self-development, and many other topics on her YouTube channel. In the episode we dive DEEP into the mindset behind self-development and language learning, and offer some ideas on how anyone can level up their…

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AFP 177 - Gloria Spagnoli: Find Your Confidence and Inner Resources 49:21

4y ago49:21

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Brought to you by Optilingo. In this episode I'm joined by Italian teacher Gloria Spagnoli who shares her insights as both a language learner and teacher. She specifically talks about finding your confidence and inner resources. Finally we touch on the difference between a teacher and a student, and how you can level up your language lessons. Resou…

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49. Bonus! Blooper Reel 9:44

4y ago9:44

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We’re still on our holidays, but here’s a tiny taster of the much longer blooper reel we dropped for our Patrons last week. You can join us from as little as $2 a month for access to full length bonus episodes, videos, shout outs and more. We don’t carry adverts, so this is how we keep the podcast going! If you are already a Patron, watch out for a…

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AFP 176 - Maria Ortega Garcia: Connecting Deeper with Languages! 1:07:06

4y ago1:07:06

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Brought to you by Optilingo. In this episode I'm joined by Spanish teacher Maria Ortega Garcia, who shares unique insights as both a language learner and teacher. She specifically talks about connecting with the language you're trying to learn, and making it yours. This has been the most succesful approach she has seen over the years. We also touch…

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AFP 175 - Tetsu Yung: Raising Children in 5 Languages 1:01:49

4y ago1:01:49

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Brought to you by Optilingo. In this episode Tetsu Yung returns to update on his childrens' language learning (5 languages!) and talks in detail about the ONE PARENT ONE LANGUAGE methodology, he's been using for over 8 years now. We also chat briefly about LangFest, the annual conference usually held in Montreal, Canada. The event is currently post…

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48. BONUS! Lovejoy Actually Q & A 17:54

4y ago17:54

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You asked, we answered! This is the shorter audio version of the full length q&a video available on our Patreon. We discuss country houses, regional accents, our favourite old TV shows, how it feels to hear your voice on tape and, of course, Lovejoy: The Movie!By Lovejoy Actually

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AFP 174 - Peter Strang: From the UK to Russia 1:12:08

4y ago1:12:08

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Brought to you by Optilingo. In this episode I'm joined by Peter Strang from the United Kingdom, who took up a position as English teacher in Russia. What was initially a temporary stay turned into starting a family and settling down full-time. In the episode we talk about his experience moving to Russia, settling in, and learning the language whil…

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47. Premature Champagne (Lovejoy Loses It) 1:06:23

4y ago1:06:23

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Lovejoy is on Eastward Ho (or is it Pebble Mill?) playing down his spookiness with the beautiful Moira - who isn’t averse to showing a bit of leg. We meet the inimitable Mr. Goat (WILL NOBODY ANSWER EM ABOUT THE TEETH?!) and of course, more toffs on their uppers as a vulnerable Lovejoy searches for a jardiniere that isn’t and begins to worry that h…

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AFP 173 - Anthony Metivier: Mental Well-Being and the Victorious Mind 1:17:51

4y ago1:17:51

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Brought to you by Optilingo. In this episode I'm joined by podcast regular Anthony Metivier, to talk about his new book The Victorious Mind, mental health, and how language learning as well as memory training play a role in improving your life. Resources mentioned: Anthony's new book: The Victorious Mind (Amazon) - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Victorio…

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AFP 172 - Dick Howeson: From CD-ROM to App learning with uTalk 57:50

4y ago57:50

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Brought to you by Optilingo. In this episode I'm joined by Richard 'Dick' Howeson from uTalk to discuss how he started the company, and developed it from a CD-ROM based language learning system, to now a modern app system with over 140 languages. Resources mentioned: uTalk: https://actf.lu/utalk Polyglot Cruise: https://polyglotcruise.com Disclaime…

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