How Richard Simcott learns languages

[@AnthonyLauder]

Richard is such a lovely man. I used to envy his great language abilities, but over time I have come to envy his love for being around other people. He his shifted my goal from striving to become a great polyglot to striving to enjoy social interaction. Alas, it may be a long journey, given my natural grumpiness. Richard is inspirational.

[@Howtogetfluent]

Yes, Anthony, Richard's love of connecting with people always shines through.

[@jordoc100]

Nice post Gareth. It was encouraging to hear Richard talk about not getting burned or discouraged when we don't progress in a language like we would like. At 72 years old and still working full time, I do not get discouraged as I used to because I just want to be able to communicate and talk even if it is basic. I had French in college many years ago and decided to re-learn that. Then when I met my wife, she spoke Russian so I decided I would teach myself that.(altho she speaks very good English). Then recently decided to teach myself Spanish , so I could communicate with the Hispanic people in community. I have used my limited French in France and my limited Russian in Russia and Ukraine. I am learning these slowly because I find it keeps me from being too bored with one language. It actually motivates me to go back and forth. When I am able to retire, I will be able to spend more time, but until then I won't give up! -John R

[@Howtogetfluent]

Great that you are doing all these language, John. I guess each of mine would be better if I didn't have so many others on the go but, as you say, it keeps things interesting!

[@nendoakuma7451]

Great video. I always love to hear from Richard Simcott and he gave great answers. As a side note, I prefer if both the questions and answers are read out so I don't have to always be paying attention to the screen. I like to listen to videos like this while I'm doing other stuff.

[@Howtogetfluent]

Ah, interesting point, Nendo. I've gone for written questions in this series so far (several more coming up) but maybe I'll experiment with voiceover.

[@TheEstelf]

That's what I was looking for.

[@my6languagesjp603]

Que bé que parlis català, Richard!. Thanks for the video!

[@fintanmcgee4903]

What was the name of Richard's language hero and does she have a youtube channel or blog etc?

[@Howtogetfluent]

Nicky Crane. She doesn't have a channel or blog, as far as I know. She has taken part in various language challenges on line and also attended the Polyglot Conference in the past.

[@fintanmcgee4903]

@@Howtogetfluent Just found a youtube channel for Nicky, her language interests are impressive and right up my street! kzbin.info/door/KOlxBAT2YVW08utvkKyzVwvideos

[@kimerswell7643]

Gwych! Richard mae o'n ddyn diddorol iawn....Diolch!

[@Howtogetfluent]

Ydy, wir, Kim.

[@kimerswell7643]

Gwych! Richard mae o'n ddyn diddorol iawn....Diolch!

[@Howtogetfluent]

Ie, sgwrs ddifyr iawn.