Five Shows. One Philosophy.
Infinite ways to explore language, identity, and fluency.
Language learning isn't one-size-fits-all. Some days you need practical tips. Some days you need philosophical reframing. Some days you just need to hear a story that reminds you why you started.
That's why I've built a suite of five podcasts — each with a distinct focus, but all rooted in The Fluent Framework. Whether you're a learner, an educator, or both, there's a show (or several) designed for where you are and what you need right now.
You can focus on one. You can mix and match. You can listen to all five. They're designed to work together — but they also stand alone.
Here's how to navigate them.
The Five Shows
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Native To Me
Language, Identity, and the Stories We Tell in Other Tongues
For: Learners and educators interested in the cultural, emotional, and identity-driven side of language learning
What it is:
Storytelling and reflective episodes exploring what it means to live between languages and cultures. This is the most philosophical, narrative-driven show — about who you become when you speak another language, and how fluency shapes your sense of self. -
The Fluency Fix
Sustainable Methodology for Learning Any Language
For: Language learners (of any language, at any level) who want practical, actionable strategies for building fluency without burnout
What it is:
Quick, methodology-focused episodes on how to learn sustainably. This is the most universally applicable show — whether you're learning English, Spanish, Japanese, or anything else, these strategies will help you build a practice that works. -
The English Exchange
Practical English Tips for Real-World Fluency
For: English learners who want specific, immediately useful tips on phrases, idioms, pronunciation, and cultural nuances
What it is:
The most directly instructional show — focused exclusively on English. Each episode gives you one practical, actionable piece of English you can use in real conversations right away. -
Teach Me, Too
For Educators Who Refuse to Teach Like Robots
For: Language educators (teaching any language, at any level) who want to teach with meaning, voice, and culture — not just mechanics
What it is:
Reflective, strategic episodes for teachers navigating the gap between what students need and what the system allows. This is the educator's companion to The Fluency Fix — philosophical nudges and practical strategies for teaching meaningfully. -
Context Clues
Description goes hereCultural Translation for Living in English
For: Anyone learning to live in English — not just speak it. English learners navigating American culture, expats, immigrants, or anyone curious about why Americans do what we do.
What it is:
Each episode unpacks a single cultural artifact, ritual, phrase, or behavior that feels small on the surface but reveals something essential about American life. This is cultural translation — replacing stereotype with texture, caricature with context.
What Podcast Should I Listen To?
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Start with The English Exchange for practical, immediately useful tips, then explore The Fluency Fix for broader methodology and sustainable practice.
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Start with The Fluency Fix for universal strategies, then explore Native To Me for deeper reflections on identity and culture.
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Start with Teach Me, Too for teaching strategies, then explore The Fluency Fix to understand the learner's perspective.
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Start with Native To Me for storytelling and cultural exploration, then explore Context Clues for an entertaining exploration of American life.
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Start with Context Clues to understand the "why" behind everyday American life, then explore The English Exchange for practical English tips and Native To Me for identity and cultural reflections.
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Listen to whichever show speaks to where you are right now. They're designed to work together, but you don't need to consume everything. Follow your curiosity.
How to Listen (Free)
All five podcasts are free and available on all major platforms:
[Apple Podcasts] [Spotify] [Google Podcasts] [YouTube] [RSS Feed]
You don't need a membership to listen. The shows are free, always.
Membership just gives you more — Pro Transcripts, bonus content, community access, and tools to turn listening into active practice.
Go Deeper With Podcast Membership
Listening is just the beginning.
If you want to engage more deeply with the ideas, strategies, and stories explored in these shows, Podcast Membership gives you access to:
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Not just word-for-word scripts — but actionable, insightful companions to each episode. Every Pro Transcript includes:
Full episode text (for accessibility and note-taking)
Key takeaways and reflection prompts
Practical exercises or "try this" missions
Additional resources and references
Exclusive insights that didn't make it into the episode
Think of them as mini-lessons built around each episode — turning passive listening into active learning.
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Bonus episodes, deeper dives, and behind-the-scenes reflections available only to members.
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Get new episodes 1-2 weeks before public release.
All Five Shows. One Membership.
Your membership gives you Pro Transcripts and perks across all five podcasts — mix and match based on what you need.
Turn listening into active practice with Pro Transcripts for all five podcasts—actionable companions featuring full text, key takeaways, reflection prompts, and bonus insights. Get member-only bonus episodes (including Context Clues global culture series), early access to new episodes, and podcast community access. No worksheets or lesson plans—just deeper engagement with the shows.