In this language learning app, you can listen to weekly podcasts featuring news stories and cultural discussions in Spanish, French, Italian, and German. Includes audio recordings, transcripts, and native speaker hosts.
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AppRecs rating 4.5. Trustworthiness 77 out of 100. Review manipulation risk 23 out of 100. Based on a review sample analyzed.
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85% of sampled ratings are 4+ stars (4.5★ average)
About linguistica
Since 2009, we have been producing weekly podcasts with news stories, conversation and culture in intermediate Spanish, French, Italian and German. Hosted by native speakers, our programs present news and discussion at a slow pace to help you improve comprehension.
Recommended by The Guardian, The Economist and The Washington Post, this program helps you learn French, Spanish, Italian or German with stories you care about at a pace you can understand.
Give it a try with our free app, which offers a portion of our weekly program: Two news stories per language every week with no payment and no need to sign up. Just download and play!
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CBShedder
Generally helpful resource
News in Slow French is a worthwhile addition to your language-learning routine, but it’s not without its flaws. The Good. Learning a language while reading the news keeps things interesting. The app lets you listen to the news in French while following along with a written transcript and it highlights key vocabulary with translations to build your vocabulary. With beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, you can challenge yourself as your comprehension improves. The Bad. The app’s functionality is basic and occasionally clunky. You can “download” lessons, but they won’t play without an Internet connection—a major flaw that defeats the purpose of offline listening. Forget about using it on a plane or out on a trail run. The Ugly. In classic French fashion, the podcast hosts love political commentary. Unfortunately, they have little grasp of U.S. politics and culture, and nearly every episode features one or two stories relying on vague sources to justify sweeping, inaccurate generalizations about Americans. Bottom Line. Despite its drawbacks, News in Slow French can be a helpful learning tool. If you can overlook the political bias, it’s an often-enjoyable way to strengthen your French comprehension.
Chris664518
Love the layout and translation function
Simple app. Solid news stories
