Learn Languages with Steve Kaufmann

I speak 20 languages. I've been learning languages for over 50 years and I've tried all kinds of approaches. I talk about my experiences, my approach to language learning, what I enjoy about learning languages and all manner of other topics related to language. If you love languages, or think you would if you hadn't been discouraged by past experiences, this is the podcast for you. Anyone can learn a language. You just need the right attitude and the right approach!

How to finally learn a language in 2026 (the 4 Cs method)

In this video, I share my four C's—the things that have helped me learn 20 languages over the years.

12-25
08:25

5 ways to improve your comprehension using AI

In this video, I talk about how language learners can combine their interests with the power of AI to create comprehensible input.

12-18
08:04

Spanish vs English: which language is easier?

In this video, I sit down with Kyle from ‪@pensandoingles6884‬ to talk about the struggles English and Spanish learners face, learning through comprehensible input, and how AI-generated content can support language learning.

12-11
15:43

What speaking 8 languages actually looks like (feat. ‪@gabrielunlocks‬)

What speaking 8 languages actually looks like (feat. ‪@gabrielunlocks‬) by Steve Kaufmann

12-04
29:06

Do we still need language teachers in the age of AI?

In this video, I discuss the possibilities and limitations of AI for language learning.

11-27
16:09

5 tips to improve your French pronunciation

In this video, I walk you through my best tips for improving your French pronunciation.

11-20
15:03

The thing that helped me learn 20 languages (it’s not discipline)

In this video, I talk about why curiosity is the biggest driver in my own language learning — and what the research says about it.

11-13
07:16

Le français au Québec, mythes et realité

Join me for a conversation with Geneviève Breton, a passionate French teacher from Quebec, recorded during my trip to the province in October. We talked about language, culture, and what makes learning French in Quebec so unique.

11-06
15:10

Want to learn faster? Reduce cognitive load

In this video, I discuss the cognitive load theory and how it can be applied to language learning to make it easier and more enjoyable.

10-30
05:59

Apprendre une langue, c’est s’y habituer

Dans cette vidéo, j’explique pourquoi l’apprentissage des langues est souvent rendu plus difficile qu’il ne devrait l’être, et comment arrêter de le compliquer inutilement.

10-23
08:51

Why it’s never been EASIER to learn a language

In this video I explain why it's never been easier to learn another language.

10-16
05:06

Ex–Green Beret explains how U.S. military learns languages

In this video, I talk with Jon Hamilton, a former Green Beret, about language learning and how physical training relates to mastering new languages.

10-09
29:01

DON'T overcomplicate language learning

In this video, I explain why language learning is often made harder than it needs to be and how to stop overcomplicating it.

10-02
08:31

Grammar drills won’t make you fluent. Here’s what will

In this video I discuss the importance of noticing in language learning and whether it's something we can deliberately train.

09-25
10:54

You can’t get fluent in a language without this

In this video, I talk about automaticity in language learning—why it matters for speaking and how you can develop it.

09-18
05:31

Fluency isn’t linear (and that’s a good thing!)

In this video I discuss how the complexity theory can be applied to language learning and how even the smallest interaction can make a big difference.

09-11
08:03

What golf taught me about language learning

In this video, I share advice I received from pro golfer Drew Jones that I believe will help anyone learning languages.

09-04
04:58

FOUR easy steps to remembering vocabulary

In this video, I talk about what it really means to “know” a word, why forgetting is normal, and the simple steps I use to remember and retrieve vocabulary.

08-28
07:28

Want to get fluent? Focus on daily habits

In this video, I share how we can use the concept of leading and lagging indicators to set better goals in language learning.

08-21
05:07

Language learning can make you HAPPIER. Here’s how

In this video, I discuss 4 ways in which learning languages can make us happier.

08-14
06:50

optman

frequency exposures are important to high-frequency words, while a variety of contexts are more important to low-frequency words.

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T Bott

Awesome interview! Thanks!

10-18 Reply

T Bott

Awesome!

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Delaram MohammadHasanZadeh

Hello Mr. Kaufmann. Thanks for sharing your language learning experiences with us. I have a question: Do you know any chinese podcasts, if I want to learn it by listening? Thanks a lot. (I'm from Iran and hope you keep you keep up your persian learning successfully.)

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Parastoonabiloo

👍🏻

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