#36 Lýdia Machová on Learning a New Language Every 2 Years

In this episode, Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy discuss everything from language interpreting to language coaching, the Goldlist Method to novelty in language learning with Lýdia Machová. In our chat with Lýdia, we also cover how to become more than a passive language learner, finding ways to enjoy your language learning, why you should focus on one specific language skill at a time, why Lýdia focuses on a language for two years, and how to be okay with giving up a language. Featured ResourcesGoldlist MethodAnki Mentioned in this EpisodePolyglot GatheringGoldlist MethodAnkiSRSLýdia MachováLýdia’s FacebookLýdia’s InstagramLýdia’s YouTubeLýdia’s Ted Talk Episode Overview Some of the topics brought up during the interview are:What’s involved in working as a language interpreterHow to become more than a passive language learnerFinding ways to enjoy your language learningMaking language learning fun, systematic, intensive, and effectiveThe importance of novelty in language learningUsing the Goldlist methodWhy you should focus on one specific language skill at a timeWhy Lýdia focuses on a language for two yearsHow to be okay with giving up a languageHow many languages polyglots actually speak 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.