#22 Steve Kaufmann - How to Learn a New Language from Any Online Article

Famous polyglot Steve Kaufmann joins us in this inspiring episode of the language hacking podcast. In our chat with Steve, we discuss comprehensible input and compelling input, what LingQ is and why Steve created it, and the early disagreements between Benny and Steve. Featured ResourcesLingQ Mentioned in this EpisodeLingQComprehensible InputSteve’s YouTubeSteve’s InstagramSteve’s TwitterSteve’s website Episode Overview Some of the topics brought up during the interview are:Steve’s background with his many languages and his “allergy” to his heritage languagesThe story behind creating LingQ, one of the most popular language learning appsSteve’s job experience with languages and why he believes languages can be tied into any jobConsuming massive amounts of input as a method to learn languagesBenny and Steve’s early disagreements on language learningThe importance of keeping a positive attitude when learningLearning languages after age 60 and why you learn better the older you getComprehensible input versus compelling inputWhat language hacking is to Steve Kaufmann Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy Join Our Patreon Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.