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Azren The Language Nerd 1197 Episodes Oct 14, 2026

Azren shares useful language learning tips and gives a behind-the-scenes look at his language learning projects. He also discusses his ambitious mission to help 100,000 people per year reach their fluency goals.

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Can you master 8 languages? How long would it take? Oct 14, 2026 00:17:19 This is a video on my YouTube channel where I have a series documenting my journey of trying to master 8 different languages. - - -Hire me to teach you a language: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.comMy other social media platforms, blog, and podcast: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

Learn to be authentically you when speaking a language Oct 13, 2026 00:17:13 Thanks for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

I feel like I'm at a scary crossroad in my business (Azren Talks Business 2) Oct 13, 2026 00:16:18 I posted this on my YouTube channel and thought it'd be share it on my podcast too.Hire me to teach you a language: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.comFollow me online: https://azrenthethelanguagenerd.com/contact

Problems at my business I want to solve Oct 9, 2026 00:39:29 Thanks for listening.Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

When life is hard (in a good way) Oct 9, 2026 00:31:23 Thanks for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

38 messy minutes of sorting out my life Oct 8, 2026 00:38:21 Thanks for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

Finding an optimized language learning method Oct 2, 2026 00:16:09 Thanks for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

The attitude of a successful language learner Sep 28, 2026 00:08:43 Thanks for listening!https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

AI makes hyper-personalized learning possible Sep 24, 2026 00:16:21 Thanks for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

Only a polyglot would consider having 6 language projects all at once Sep 22, 2026 00:19:43 Thanks for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

An outpouring of positive emotion Sep 17, 2026 00:11:49 I’m brimming with fulfillment today. First of all, I can’t remember a time in my life when my work has felt more meaningful. I’m grateful to my students because they are studying so diligently. They happily accept everything I give them and use it to further their learning.It’s an overwhelming feeling. And rewarding. Most of the time, foreign language instructors feel at least a certain level of f

How learning a language enriches my life Sep 10, 2026 00:22:21 Thank you for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

Why ANYONE can learn a language Sep 7, 2026 00:31:10 Thanks for listening! Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

Deeper friendships as a result of being more fluent in another language Sep 4, 2026 00:33:01 Thanks for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

A raw, unfiltered brainstorm Sep 4, 2026 00:16:15 Thanks for listening! Hire me to teach you a language here.

2026 has been a whirlwind Sep 3, 2026 00:18:54 Thanks for listening! If you want me to teach you a language click here.

Proven Fluency Formula (based on data) Aug 27, 2026 00:05:35 I am one of the few foreign language instructors who measures student progress quantitatively. To date, I’ve written 30+ individual case studies tracking the methods different students used and the progress that ensued. My goal in today’s blog post is to analyze 2026 Calgary Language Nerds student progress data as a whole and provide unique, actionable insights into what actually drives fluency.Le

Why I don't set any short-term goals Aug 25, 2026 00:12:31 Thanks for listening! If you want to learn a new language with me, click here.

Business Owner's Biggest Lessons from 2026 Aug 21, 2026 00:16:34 Thanks for listening! If you want to learn a new language, visit https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com to inquire about my services.

Nerding out HARD on business & language learning Aug 20, 2026 00:27:28 Thanks for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

High-Performance Language Fluency: The Evolution of My Method [2026/2027] Aug 18, 2026 00:17:04 Full list of languages my team and I teach are on my website. Fill out the Google Form if you would like to get a quote for lessons: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.comFollow me on social media or email me: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contact

We all need help - nobody is a superhero Aug 17, 2026 00:05:38 It's really standing out to me how much we all need each other. Everyone needs help. In my earlier adult life, I didn't understand this at all. I thought I could do everything. I'd jam-pack my schedule and wear many different hats. I took everything onto my own plate. But eventually I started to notice that I was spinning my wheels and not really moving the ball forward. I didn't want to be busy f

Intensive bursts + patience Aug 11, 2026 00:05:18 To hire me to teach you a language, visit https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

The Four Fluency Mentalities Aug 3, 2026 00:07:48 Thanks for listening! To hire me to teach you a language, visit my website.

Why hire a tutor? Aug 1, 2026 00:16:11 Thanks for listening! If you want me to teach you a language, visit my website.

The REAL Problem with Duolingo Jul 31, 2026 00:05:46 To hire me to teach you a language, visit my website.

The Golden Rule for Learning Languages Jul 30, 2026 00:11:30 Thanks for listening! I really appreciate your attention. To work with me visit my website.

2026 Presentation on Languages & Business Jul 28, 2026 00:45:54 In a couple weeks, I am giving a talk called More Than Words. This is the rough draft of this talk. If you're in Calgary, come by!

What I'm grateful for at 33 years old Jul 24, 2026 00:16:40 Thanks for listening ❤️Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

Language learners underestimate the value of volume Jul 21, 2026 00:17:22 To hire me to teach you a language, visit my website and fill out the Google Form: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

The #1 secret to learning languages is... Jul 11, 2026 00:15:39 To hire me to teach you a language, visit my website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

3 ways I practice speaking at home Jul 9, 2026 00:09:22 Thanks for listening! To hire me as your private tutor, visit https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

For language learners who value efficiency Jul 8, 2026 00:10:40 Thanks for listening! To hire me as your private tutor, visit my website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

Listen to this Monday morning Jul 6, 2026 00:04:57 *I wrote this as a note to myself, but thought I’d post it publicly in case it helps others as much as it helps me.---Today is Monday.You didn’t have the best day yesterday. Sundays are often that way for you because you usually don’t do anything mentally stimulating. You instead just do dull chores which drain your energy. Remember as well that you’ve felt slightly unfocused the past couple of da

The only thing that matters when learning a language Jul 4, 2026 00:19:30 Thanks for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

The Evil Horseman Jul 1, 2026 00:21:07 Thanks for listening ❤️Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

B2 Imposter Syndrome Jun 23, 2026 00:09:35 Thanks for listening!AzrenHttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

Thursday night musings Jun 12, 2026 00:15:44 Thanks for listening ❤️AzrenWebsite

Mathmatical certainty you will be fluent Jun 3, 2026 00:18:07 Interested in hiring me as your tutor? Fill out the Google Form on my website: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

Indigenous Language Revitalization May 29, 2026 00:13:08 Excited to see where this project goes!AzrenWebsite

Consistency without structure May 23, 2026 00:24:38 Thanks for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

Keep your head on straight May 21, 2026 00:09:04 Thanks for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

2 months of intensive speaking practice May 20, 2026 00:10:36 Thanks for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

Motivating myself on a Monday night May 19, 2026 00:13:43 Thanks for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

Mining your mind for motivation May 15, 2026 00:22:22 Thanks for listening! By the way, I am looking specifically for more Spanish students. I have about 10 spaces open with tutors on my team.I could also fit another 1-2 people for French, Gujarati, or Mandarin into my personal calendar. Spaces for these languages are limited. My calendar is about 90% full.To inquire about trial packages, fill out this Google Form: https://forms.gle/RBhXEA3efEwwvg8o9

How do you hire 100 people? May 15, 2026 00:15:50 Thanks for listening ❤️AzrenWebsite

Why language learners feel unmotivated May 11, 2026 00:13:33 Thanks for listening!AzrenWebsite

Just some late night yapping May 9, 2026 00:26:34 Thanks for listening!AzrenWebsite

How long it takes to be conversational? May 6, 2026 00:07:18 Enjoy today's podcast!AzrenHire me here

Lean into "emotional fluency" May 4, 2026 00:17:00 Enjoy the episode my fellow language learners! Cheering you on as you work toward your language learning goals. Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

Top tips to improve pronunciation May 1, 2026 00:40:21 Today's episode has a guest! To learn more about her work, visit https://englishfluencywithsusan.com/

Meditation on a life worth living Apr 24, 2026 00:21:31 Thanks for listening ❤️AzrenMy website

Speaking Gig for BYND Borders Apr 20, 2026 00:35:19 I was invited to speak for BYND Borders! I had a blast 😊 To follow their work, check out any of the links below. linkedin.com/company/bynd-borders/https://www.youtube.com/@ouiouiwithzoyahttps://www.instagram.com/ouiouiwithzoya/https://substack.com/@byndborders?utm_source=user-menu

The 6 phases all language learners go through Apr 16, 2026 00:27:15 Link to the blog post I shared: https://azren.substack.com/p/a1-to-c2-ups-and-downs-of-each-levelFor more 1-1 guidance to reach your fluency goals, fill out this Google Form. I'll be in touch with more info: https://forms.gle/RBhXEA3efEwwvg8o9

Language learning seasons Apr 13, 2026 00:16:06 Thanks for listening!Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

Don't repeat my mistakes! Apr 9, 2026 00:11:56 Thanks for listening! Azrenhttps://azrenthelanguagenerd.com

French Pronunciation Masterclass: Nasal Vowels, Pronouncing R, and More Mar 31, 2026 00:21:23 I decided to do something a little different today! Enjoy today's French lesson 😊 Want me to do a comprehensive French pronunciation review for you? Fill out this Google Form and write "French pronunciation review" in the additional comments section: https://forms.gle/6X1NYiTAF1QEWrJfA

This is how to become fluent Mar 30, 2026 00:27:46 For a free 2-week trial of my Guaranteed Fluency Program, fill out the Google Form on my website. Write "2 weeks free" in the additional comments section.

The most boring podcast ever Mar 28, 2026 00:05:22 Thanks for listening!AzrenWebsite

How to learn Spanish (or any language) before a trip Mar 24, 2026 00:05:52 For the resource bank I mentioned, click here (only for French, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin, and Gujarati). To hire me as your private tutor, click here.

What's a language shift? Mar 23, 2026 00:09:28 Thanks for listening! To inquire about 1-1 lessons, visit my website.

Learning a language by volunteering Mar 20, 2026 00:07:43 Thanks for listening! For info on 1-1 lessons, visit my website.

Procedural vs Declarative Learning Methods Mar 19, 2026 00:08:03 Thanks for listening! To hire me as your private tutor, visit my website.

Listen listen listen, read read read Mar 18, 2026 00:09:50 Thanks for listening! To hire me as your 1-1 tutor, visit my website.

Azren Answers: What should I study as my 5th language? Mar 13, 2026 00:05:56 If you would like to hire me for 1-1 language coaching or lessons, visit my website. Hope you enjoyed today's episode!

Azren Answers: Learning a language with ADHD, APD, and social anxiety Mar 12, 2026 00:12:11 Hope you enjoy today's podcast! If you have any questions, feel free to email me. To look into 1-1 lessons for a foreign language, visit my website.

I'm learning 8 languages - here's how it's going Mar 7, 2026 00:08:44 Thanks for watching! To follow along my language learning journey and for useful tips, follow me online. I make content everywhere. See all my social media platforms here: https://azrenthelanguagenerd.com/contactI also teach 1-1 lessons for lots of languages. I have tutors who work for me too. Together we teach: French, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, Russian, Gujarati, and Galician. To learn more, vi

The 150 Lesson Method to Learn Languages Mar 6, 2026 00:08:19 Thanks for listening! To hire me as your private tutor, visit my website.

You're probably studying a language inefficiently Mar 2, 2026 00:16:44 Enjoy the episode! To hire me as your 1-1 tutor, visit my website.

How to stop translating in your head and flow instead Feb 25, 2026 00:06:46 Thanks for listening! To hire me as your private tutor, visit my website.

The substructure of human communication Feb 24, 2026 00:36:18 Thanks for listening! To hire me to teach you a language, visit my website.

Language apps are flawed to the core and nobody has noticed Feb 23, 2026 00:46:15 My favourite episode of 2026. Sit back and enjoy! AzrenWebsite

How I learn 100 words per hour with "Super Active Listening" Feb 13, 2026 00:18:33 Here's the blog post with detailed written instructions for Super Active Listening as I mentioned in the podcast.

Simple shifts to unlock way more fluency Feb 10, 2026 00:33:20 Thanks for listening. Shoot me an email or book a time in my calendar if you'd like personalized language learning advice.

You feel stuck because you objectively are stuck Feb 7, 2026 00:35:30 Enjoy today's episode ☺️ Click here to book a time for personalized language learning advice.

Polyglot Guide to Learning 5+ Languages in 1 Year Feb 2, 2026 00:24:10 Prefer to read? Here's the blog post version: https://azren.substack.com/p/polyglot-guide-how-to-learn-5-languages

On being yourself Jan 30, 2026 00:15:02 Thanks for listening! For personalized support on your language learning journey, book a complimentary session in my calendar.

Detailed process of how I stopped translating in my head in other languages Jan 29, 2026 00:12:24 Read the blog post version here, if you prefer: https://azren.substack.com/p/how-i-stop-translating-in-my-head

How NOT to learn a language Jan 28, 2026 00:26:11 Thanks for listening! For personalized support on your language learning journey, feel free to book a complimentary session in my calendar.

5 Tried & True Language Learning Methods Jan 26, 2026 00:24:55 For additional personalized support with you language learning, book a complimebtary office hour in my calendar.

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