Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchEscaping Depression? Why Travel Isn't the Answer
Season 2 Episode 4
In this episode, Benny Lewis shares a personal story about the misconception that travel can cure depression. Reflecting on his own struggles with di…
1 year, 7 months ago
Getting detained by the Federal Police: Travel mishap story
Season 2 Episode 3
In this episode, Benny shares two stories of his experiences trying to extend his stay in Brazil, one in 2006 and the other more recently. The first …
1 year, 8 months ago
Area codes around the world to help with your travels
Season 2 Episode 2
In this episode, Benny explores how knowing area codes can enhance travel experiences and even improve social interactions. When traveling, recognizi…
1 year, 8 months ago
21 years a nomad: What's changed since 2003?
Season 2 Episode 1
Benny dives into how travel has changed over his 21 years as a digital nomad. Reflecting on his early travels in the 2000s, Benny shares how meeting …
1 year, 8 months ago
Benny Travel Update: 3 Months in the Amazon
Season 1 Episode 78
In this episode of the Language Hacking Podcast, Benny shares updates from his latest travel adventures. After completing a bus journey across South …
1 year, 9 months ago
Benny's travel update: 3 huge South American travel projects for 2024
Season 1 Episode 77
In this episode of the Language Hacking Podcast, host Benny shares his travel plans and projects for the year, all centered around South America. He …
2 years, 2 months ago
Benny shares his optimism and enthusiasm about his favourite AI language tool
Season 1 Episode 76
In this episode of the Language Hacking Podcast, Benny explores the game-changing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into language learning.…
2 years, 2 months ago
Ask Benny: Benny Shares His Skepticism About AI's Role in Language Learning
Season 1 Episode 75
In this episode of the Language Hacking Podcast, Benny discusses the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in language learning. He acknowledg…
2 years, 3 months ago
Ask Benny: Other ways to avoid being an obvious foreigner
Season 1 Episode 74
Benny Lewis discusses strategies to avoid standing out as an obvious foreigner when speaking a new language, drawing from his experiences in Brazil. …
2 years, 3 months ago
Ask Benny: The interesting trick; teaching people other info so they´ll put up with my bad language skills
Season 1 Episode 73
Benny shares his insights on how to engage in conversations as a beginner or intermediate language learner. He emphasizes the importance of having in…
2 years, 4 months ago