Love to Lingo

Auteur(s): Christina Jones
  • Résumé

  • Love to Lingo is a podcast for anyone who loves learning languages—whether you're just starting, already fluent, teaching others, or helping your child learn a new language. Hosted by Christina Jones, a language teacher and examiner, each episode gives you clear tips and advice on how to better learn languages.


    You’ll hear about things like how to remember vocabulary, improve your pronunciation, and get past the challenges that make learning hard. We also talk about how the brain learns languages, the best ways to practice, and what makes some people better language learners than others.


    With a friendly and easy-to-understand style, Love to Lingo makes language learning tips simple for everyone. Join us and learn how to get better at learning any language!


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    Christina Jones
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Épisodes
  • Reconnect with a Heritage Language
    Feb 1 2025

    Language connects us in many ways, and sometimes it serves as a bridge to our family roots. In this episode, we welcome Yazmin Infante Peña, also known as the Recovering No Sabo Kid, to discuss the journey of reconnecting with a heritage language and the unique cultural significance it carries. Yazmin shares her personal experience growing up with Spanish as a heritage language, the challenges of reclaiming it, and the societal expectations surrounding heritage speakers.

    Get in touch with Yazmin here:


    Recovering No Sabo Kid

    Instagram: Recovering No Sabo Kid

    LinkedIn Yazmin Infante Peña


    If you are a heritage language speaker, I’d love to hear your story! Send me an audio or text message via Instagram or the contact details at lovetolingo.com and we might share your story on a future episode!




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    21 min
  • What to Include in your Routine
    Dec 29 2024

    Have you ever felt your language learning routine slipping away? You’re not alone—I’ve been there too. In this episode, I’m reflecting on how to set a strong foundation for a sustainable and effective language learning practice in 2025.


    We’ll talk about:

    • Why aligning activities with your language level is essential for success.
    • Two key elements every intermediate learner should include in their routine:
    • Practical tips to make your routine engaging and sustainable.


    Ready to Start Fresh in 2025?

    Join Fresh Foundations, my free program starting January 1st (but you can join any time!). Each weekday in January, I’ll share a quick, 15-30 minute activity to help you build a routine that fits your life and gets real results. "Let’s start strong and make 2025 the year you build a sustainable routine that works for you.

    Click here to join.


    Stay Connected:

    If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and share it with a friend, classmate, or colleague!


    Follow Along:

    • Instagram and Threads: @LoveToLingo
    • Substack: Love to Lingo
    • Visit LoveToLingo.com for beautifully designed resources to keep your language learning organized, motivating, and rewarding.


    Happy language learning!🤍



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    16 min
  • How to Learn a Language
    Nov 30 2024
    How to Learn a Language

    What if there was a secret ingredient for language learning success? For years, I searched for it. Was it motivation, talent or something else entirely? What I discovered changed my entire approach to language and language teaching. In this episode, I share what I found and how it might transform your approach to language learning.

    Self-Determination Theory

    Ryan, R. M. and Deci, E. L. (2000). Intrinsic and extrinsic motivations: Classic definitions and new directions, Contemporary Educational Psychology [online] 25:54-67. Available at: http://dx.doi.org/10.1006/ceps.1999.1020


    We'd love to hear your experience with language learning:
    • Have you experienced a moment in your language learning journey where you realized you were doing well?
    • What affect did that have on your journey?


    Contact us:

    Please, send us an audio DM or a written message on our Instagram or Threads page. You can find us on both as @lovetolingo.


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    12 min

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