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The logarithmic advantage of beginners
This means that at the very beginning, improvements happen quickly and dramatically, but they gradually level off as you advance.
Language & Travel Hacking Podcast
International best-selling author and nomadic polyglot Benny Lewis shares his real experiences and advice while on-the-road about travel and language learning
Which Operating System is best for language learners?
Simply changing your phone’s interface gives you daily exposure in a very natural way, and that small but constant immersion adds up.
Travel update: 4 new US states
Over the past month, I reached my 44th state, Colorado, which I’d been looking forward to visiting for a long time. I gave myself a whole month there to truly experience it
Comparison is your enemy in a big project
When I first started learning Spanish, I’d constantly compare myself to other learners and beat myself up over not being as good...
Finding meet-ups and friends while travelling solo
Back when I started my nomadic journey over 22 years ago, it was surprisingly easy...
Benny’s last big US road trip
I share why this is likely my last big American road trip, what states I’m checking off the list, and how it all ties into my current ASL language mission.
Why you should learn a sign language
I share why I believe everyone should consider learning their country’s sign language. Give it a go—it’s truly worth it.
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