The HypoPolyglot

Thad Schmenk
  • 5.0 (5)
  • LANGUAGE LEARNING

The HypoPolyglot is dedicated to helping its listeners to learn languages as efficiently and effective as possible while enjoying the process at the same time. These short, informative episodes are meant to give listeners insights into language learning that will allow them to improve their ability to master any language (or languages) and get them back to what is important.......mastering .their next language!

  1. 12/09/2023

    A few, less cliché reasons to learn another language….

    In today’s episode, I share an experience I had that I feel illustrates a couple of nice, and perhaps less cliché, reasons to learn another language.

    5 min

  2. 12/02/2023

    Debunking a Dreamy Notion

    In today’s episode, I present several arguments as to why you should absolutely ignore any language tool or video that makes a claim that you can learn a language while you sleep.

    3 min

  3. 11/26/2023

    Too much screen time? Try these tips...

    Digital tools are fantastic, but too much screen time can have diverse effects on you physically and mentally – and if you already stare at a screen as part of your job, well, then you have to be even more careful.  So, today, I thought I would share a few ways to cut down on your screen time when learning a new language.

    4 min

  4. 11/18/2023

    Compelling Reasons to Start Learning a Language Before You Move Abroad

    Whether you're planning a long-term stay or a permanent relocation to a place where they speak another language, there are several reasons why you should start learning the local language prior to departing.  And in today’s episode, I will be sharing those reasons with you.

    4 min
  5. Reply All: Why do employers like candidates with language skills?

    11/11/2023

    Reply All: Why do employers like candidates with language skills?

    In this episode, I share a few specifics as to why language skills make you more attractive to employers.

    4 min

  6. 11/05/2023

    Lookout for Technology Burnout

    In today's digital age, online opportunities and resources have taken learning languages to a whole new level.  However, there are a few negative aspects to these new digital tools that modern language learners should be aware of –and today, I am going to reveal some of them to you.

    4 min

  7. 11/04/2023

    Resource Review: LanguageU

    Today, I give my opinion of the language resource, LanguageU

    4 min

  8. 10/29/2023

    Tone - a key element for advanced speakers

    I discuss an important language element- tone.  Because, neglecting tone can potentially cause some communication issues, especially for advanced speakers

    6 min
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The HypoPolyglot is dedicated to helping its listeners to learn languages as efficiently and effective as possible while enjoying the process at the same time. These short, informative episodes are meant to give listeners insights into language learning that will allow them to improve their ability to master any language (or languages) and get them back to what is important.......mastering .their next language!

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  • Creator
    Thad Schmenk
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2023
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Thad Schmenk
  • Show Website
    The HypoPolyglot