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Language, Passion, and Heritage: Michele’s Italian Journey

Jun 29, 2024

Michele, an Australian teacher, shares her Italian language journey and teaching online. She discusses embracing her heritage, the 80/20 language learning rule, practical vocabulary, Italian cuisine, and promoting Italian language content.

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Learning a new language as an adult can deepen cultural connections and passion.

Focusing on essential phrases in language learning improves practical communication efficiency.

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Michelle's Unique Journey to Embrace Teaching Italian

Michelle, an Australian language teacher, shares her journey of learning Italian due to her family background. Named after her Italian grandfather, she felt a strong connection despite not speaking Italian growing up. After deciding to learn Italian as an adult, she faced challenges understanding the language's nuances. Her determination led her to dive deeper into Italian, fueling her passion and prompting a move to Italy to enhance her linguistic skills.

Intro

2min

Connecting with My Italian Heritage Through Language

10min

Exploring the 80-20 Rule Principle in Language Learning and its Application to Italian

3min

Language Acquisition and Practical Learning

9min

Exploring Italian Food and the Pineapple on Pizza Debate

5min

Memorable Hot Chocolate and Promoting Italian Language Content

2min

E308: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your ultimate listening resource for intermediate to advanced-level English learners! I'm your host, Anna, and today, we have an intriguing conversation with Michele, an online language teacher and the mind behind Intrepid Italian.

🇮🇹 🍕 Despite her Australian roots, Michele has a deep connection with the Italian language, having learned it as an adult. She’ll share her inspiring journey of embracing her Italian heritage, the challenges and triumphs of learning a new language, and how her passion for Italian culture led her to become an expert language teacher.

🗣 💬 Tune in as we discuss Michele’s unique story, her teaching philosophies, including the 80/20 method, and her tips for language learners and travellers alike. Whether you're an aspiring polyglot or just love a good story of cultural connection, this episode is for you!

Want to know more? Check out the Intrepid Italian platforms below:

🟢 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intrepiditalian/?hl=en

⚪️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/IntrepidItalianwithMichele

🔴 Intrepid Guide: https://www.theintrepidguide.com/

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