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EPISODE · Feb 4, 2025 · 14 MIN

We've finally figured out an easier way for you to learn languages

from The Briefing · host LiSTNR

Learning a new language is famously very hard and usually takes years. Could all that be about to change?  While we now have apps like Duolingo to help, it’s still likely to take a long time and a lot of effort to be anything close to fluent. What usually helps is spending time in a country where everyone speaks the language you’re learning – but one group of Australian researchers says virtual reality and AI could step in for those who aren’t able to make the trip.  Brodie McGee from the University of Southern Queensland is one of them. In this episode of The Briefing Bension Siebert chats with the Australian teacher and researcher on how you could be supercharging the process of learning a new language. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Learning a new language is famously very hard and usually takes years. Could all that be about to change?  While we now have apps like Duolingo to help, it’s still likely to take a long time and a lot of effort to be anything close to fluent. What...

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