Benny and Shannon discuss dual identities, language learning, and strategies for reviving a language with Alex Rawlings, who was once named Britain’s most multilingual student.Featured ResourcesHow to Speak Any Language FluentlyAssimilTeach YourselfRoutledgeMentioned in this EpisodeThird Year Abroad, now Global GraduatesHow to Speak Any Language FluentlyAssimilTeach YourselfRoutledgeAlex RawlingsAlex’s TwitterAlex’s InstagramMore Than Words PodcastEpisode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are:How Alex became Britain’s most Multilingual StudentHow a polyglot keeps their languages active and prioritizes what to work onDealing with dual identities as someone who’s biculturalTaking language learning from hobby to careerLiving in South Africa and learning AfrikaansExtensive reading as a language learning strategyStrategies for reviving a language you’ve studied in the pastUsing courses at the beginner stage of learningWhy you should adopt the philosophy of a “non-perfectionist”Learning strategies for advanced language learnersFinding your voice in another languageDiscovering stories in other languagesPodcast 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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