IndonesianPod101.com Blog

Rise and shine, listener! You’re in a new year and you've made your Indonesian resolution! Just one last thing left to do: start speaking some Indonesian with IndonesianPod101. Whether you’re just starting out light with the basics, or going heavy...you’re about to add some serious Indonesian muscle this year. You’ll go from simple phrases to dominating conversations in Indonesian. Why? We’re guiding you every step of the way, that’s why! And we've made it our New Year’s resolution to go heavy too. We’re pushing out all new series – all new lessons to get you learning the Indonesian language and culture inside-out with native speakers. Stay tuned because the first lessons start publishing on January 7, 2013! Here’s a sneak... Show more

Hello Listener, Mothers don’t choose favorites. But we do! When it comes to apps, WordPower Indonesian v4.0 has a special place in our hearts. And for good reason. WordPower Version 4.0: Not Just an Update, It’s Like a Brand New App WordPower for iPhone and iPad has been rebuilt from top to bottom and the reviews are coming in. This latest update turns WordPower into your complete Indonesian language and culture course. We've changed the look and doubled the amount of words with the Indonesian Local List. The Indonesian Local List contains words and phrases specifically related to Indonesian daily life and culture. Ever wonder what the most popular beverages are in Indonesia? Need to know the name of famous... Show more

Hello Listener, While people were out getting TVs and DVDs... Our listeners were getting better, faster, stronger in Indonesian instead. Black Friday and Cyber Monday were prime time for language learning.. But if you missed out on Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals at IndonesianPod101, then good news! The holiday season is fast approaching which means two things: one, wear a sweater and two... The IndonesianPod101 Holiday Countdown Begins December 10th. Serious about mastering Indonesian in 2013? Join the Holiday Countdown as we count down the holiday season with 10 days of the 10 BIGGEST deals on Indonesian Apps, Audiobooks, Software Subscriptions, and much much more. How big? Try 53% OFF Premium! 55% OFF Basic! 50%... Show more

Hi everyone, Peter Galante, founder of Innovative Language Learning here. With 2012 winding down, it’s time to check in and see just how far your Indonesian has progressed with IndonesianPod101! Around this time of year, our inboxes start filling up with success stories from users all around the world. (You can share your story here.) This year, I'd like to share my 2012 Chinese language success story with you. On January 1st, 2012 I made a resolution to learn Chinese. What was different from past years? I wrote out the resolution and left it on my desk, where I looked at it each day; I listened to ChineseClass101 lessons or vocabulary lists each day during commutes on my mobile phone; I used my ChineseClass101 lessons as study... Show more

Hi Listener, It’s about to get really busy. The holidays are coming up which means... Gifts for moms, gifts for dads, gifts for friends. Everyone but yourself. And your Indonesian? If you’re not careful, your Indonesian language will take a backseat. So this Thanksgiving, you come first. Thank yourself with something that gets you speaking better Indonesian in minutes. We owe you a thank you too! Thank you for learning Indonesian with IndonesianPod101 and for being part of the Innovative Language family. To show our gratitude, get a head start on 27 languages in under 2 minutes by learning one of the most important phrases, “Thank You.” Learn how to say “Thank You” in 27 languages with this free video lesson! ... Show more

Let’s play a game of Would You Rather? Would you rather have this... Over 300 Indonesian learning CDs (yeah, CDs...remember those?) piled to the ceiling in your bedroom next to stacks upon stacks of expensive, outdated textbooks that teach you dry, humorless Indonesian conversation. ...or this? The same amount of content, shrunken down to fit onto your smartphone or tablet. And all those lessons? They’ve been updated to teach you vocabulary, grammar and culture so that learning Indonesian is actually fun! The answer is clear. You’d rather have the IndonesianPod101 Mobile! The biggest Indonesian course. All on your tiny mobile device. Introducing IndonesianPod101 Mobile Beta! Take all of your favorite Indonesian... Show more

Another Fall has come and gone and just like that, another iPhone model has hit the market, along with iOS updates for all. If you’ve updated your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to iOS 6 already and tried looking for your favorite InnovativeLanguage.com podcast, you may be scratching your head wondering if we’ve packed our bags and closed up shop. We haven’t. In fact, we continue to release new lessons every single week in over 25 languages! Here are some tips on where to find us and listen on-the-go!* Using the Podcast App To find these apps using iOS 6, you’ll need to download Apple’s Podcast app. (Here’s a quick link to the free download.) Once you have the Podcast app installed, you’ll be able to find us under Education or... Show more

Dear Reader, “You’ll Never Master a Language!” That’s what my foreign language teacher, Mr. Barry, told me many years ago. “I’m sorry, you just don’t have an aptitude for languages” is what he added. Well, he was wrong, and I knew it. I went on to master Japanese, a much harder language than the one Mr. Barry taught, obtaining a master's degree from a top Japanese university and founding a Japanese company headquartered in Tokyo. My name is Peter Galante, founder of Innovative Language Learning, and I’m here to tell you the story of how I proved them wrong. So how did I go from language class failure, to founder of a language learning company with over 200 million language lessons delivered? The secret lies in my... Show more

Hello Listener, Just one thing is missing from making your Indonesian perfect. A native Indonesian speaker. Someone who can correct your mistakes. Someone who understands your strengths and weaknesses and tells you what to study next. Someone to practice with. Ready to improve your Indonesian? The NEW Premium PLUS subscription at IndonesianPod101.com, like Premium, gives you unlimited access to the entire IndonesianPod101 website. You’re getting: • 180+ Audio and Video lessons and the lesson notes with every lesson, • Premium Tools such as 2000 Core word list, Spaced Repetition Flashcards, Line by Line pronunciation, Voice Recorder, and more. But here’s how you reach Indonesian perfection: Premium PLUS gives... Show more

Hello Listener, Last July, the IndonesianPod101 Dashboard made its first appearance. It provides a great place to start if you’re completely new to IndonesianPod101 and don’t know where which level is right for you. In short, the Dashboard allows you to: Start at a lesson appropriate for your level Track your Indonesian learning progress with every lesson completed Jump to the next lesson from the Dashboard by pressing “Study Now” And the feedback? It was incredibly positive and filled with great suggestions. Thank you for reaching out to us! We listened and this past month, applied the suggestions to your Dashboard. Your New Dashboard V1.1: Take control of your Indonesian learning! What’s New? Want to study on... Show more