Listen "#31 Nelson Dellis on Building Memory Superpowers"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, we talk to US memory champion Nelson Dellis about learning a heritage language, teaching his kids new languages, and memory hacks used by the champions.Featured ResourcesPreplyDropsMemory SuperpowersMentioned in this EpisodePreplyDropsMemory SuperpowersNelson’s Dutch Words VideoNelson DellisNelson’s InstagramNelson’s YouTubeNelson’s FacebookNelson’s TwitterEpisode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are:Going from memory champion to language learnerLearning Flemish to get closer to his familyMemory champion techniques to learning languagesUsing images to remember wordsBreaking down words for easier recallEnhancing your memory in a short space of timeThe power of speaking and language exposureMultigenerational learning: learning with his mom and teaching his sonFixing fossilized errorsUsing Drops to learn words when starting a languageBalancing revision vs learningPodcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon KennedyJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.
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