Manga Case Study: Learning Japanese in One Year
How comic writer Mars Dorian set himself the challenge of learning Japanese in 12 months so he could read Manga comics. Did he make it?
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How to prepare, record & upload a video entirely in a foreign language just after starting to learn it
Follow Benny’s practical steps for planning, correcting, rehearsing, recording and captioning a short video in a language you’ve just started learning.
First week in Istanbul, where I live & first (video) attempt at Turkish!
Watch Benny’s first Turkish speaking attempt after a week in Istanbul, followed by a tour of his apartment and an honest early-mission update.
How a Personal Assistant can help budget travellers
See how Benny hired a local personal assistant to help with accommodation, gyms and daily logistics while travelling on a budget in Istanbul.
New mission: Speak Turkish in two months!
From the 2011 archive, Benny arrives in Istanbul and gives himself two months to build conversational Turkish and connect with people beyond English.
Language Hacking tips for English speaking travellers (My TBEX talk)
Watch Benny's 2012 TBEX talk for practical language-hacking ideas that help English-speaking travellers start conversations sooner.
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Learning a Language Abroad as an Au Pair: Two Interviews in Spanish
Two Spanish-language interviews explain how working as an au pair can provide cultural immersion, daily conversation and life abroad.
Dutch vs. German: What’s the Difference?
Compare Dutch and German pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, word order and articles, with examples showing what transfers and what does not.
Another myth busted: Northern Europeans DON’T only speak English to you
Northern Europeans do not always switch to English. Benny explains how your approach can create more chances to use the local language.
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