Podcast Episodes
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Season 2 Episode 23
In this episode, I share a simple but effective language learning tip that has helped me stay focused throughout my travels: creating a dedicated stu…
1 year, 2 months ago
The benefits of AI for language learners
Season 2 Episode 22
In this episode of Language and Travel Hacking, I share how AI has supercharged my language learning. While it won’t replace real practice, it’s a ga…
1 year, 2 months ago
Solving the listening comprehension problem
Season 2 Episode 21
In this episode, I share my biggest challenge in learning Indonesian—listening comprehension. While I can read well and converse with teachers, real-…
1 year, 3 months ago
Month 1 update on my 2025 intensive language learning project
Season 2 Episode 20
I’m sharing my one-month update on my intensive Indonesian learning project. My goal has been to reach at least a B1 level before starting four month…
1 year, 3 months ago
How I became an alien of extraordinary ability: US visas
Season 2 Episode 19
In this episode, Benny shares his fascinating journey through the complex world of US visas, from his early days on a J-1 visa working summer jobs in…
1 year, 3 months ago
Future of travel: Go to popular places ASAP!
Season 2 Episode 18
Hello and welcome to The Language and Travel Hacking Podcast! In this episode, I’m tackling a big question: How can you make the most of iconic trave…
1 year, 3 months ago
Future of travel: Avoiding the "hotspot problem"
Season 2 Episode 17
Are you tired of crowded hotspots and skyrocketing travel costs? On this episode of The Language and Travel Hacking Podcast, I’m diving into the futu…
1 year, 4 months ago
Picking the right teacher for a language project
Season 2 Episode 16
As part of my Indonesian project ahead of travelling through the country, I’ve been testing out different tutors to find one who truly suits my learn…
1 year, 4 months ago
Kicking off my 2025 language learning project
Season 2 Episode 15
I’m kicking off 2025 with a new language project: learning Bahasa Indonesia. I’ll be studying intensively in Bali for two months before exploring Jav…
1 year, 4 months ago
Saving money with the world's easiest language
Season 2 Episode 14
In this episode, Benny shares his frugal travel plans for the upcoming New Year, featuring the Junulara Esperanto Renkontiĝo (Youth Esperanto Week) i…
1 year, 5 months ago