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Ep139. The Neuroscience of Language Learning

From Languages Pedagogy Podcast · Hosted by Mike Llerena

2025-09-02·00:15:17

Episode summary

In this episode of Languages Pedagogy Podcast: What really happens in the brain when we learn a new language? In this deep-dive episode, we explore the fascinating world of neurolinguistics — from memory and neuroplasticity to emotions, motivation, and sleep.

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What really happens in the brain when we learn a new language? In this deep-dive episode, we explore the fascinating world of neurolinguistics — from memory and neuroplasticity to emotions, motivation, and sleep. You’ll discover how our brains process, store, and retrieve…