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Dutch Speaking Academy - Speak Dutch with Confidence

Dutch Speaking Academy - Speak Dutch with Confidence

Mariska van der Meij

Stop hesitating. Start speaking Dutch with confidence. Hoi, ik ben Mariska. I’ve been teaching Dutch since 2013, helping internationals overcome their fear of speaking Dutch. Many of you live in the Netherlands for years but still rely on English. I help you break that habit and feel at home here. In this podcast, I share practical tips to speak Dutch in your daily life, and mindset shifts to help you start speaking Dutch—without stress or endless studying. Ready to stop hesitating? Start listening!

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Podcast: #125 | Dutch for Work (must-know woorden en zinnen voor je Nederlandse collega's) Dutch podcast for B1.

#125 | Dutch for Work (must-know woorden en zinnen voor je Nederlandse collega's) Dutch podcast for B1.

This one is 'Uit de oude doos'! I found this audio in my files and, even though it's an old one, the content is still very relevant for when your working in a Dutch environment. You ready? Klaar voor?This is the vocab you'l learn: Veel te doen?Zet 'm op. Werk ze!Aan de slag!Bakkie (doen)? Ga je mee lunchen?De lunchwandelingHet overleg (kort)De afspraak (algemeen - general)De vergadering (met collega', of op een club) Liked this podcast? Please leave a review, or send me a comment :) Are you on my emaillist yet?https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/nieuwsbrief/Follow me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/dutchspeakingacademy/
Podcast: #124 | From survival to speaking Dutch with confidence in 2026 (Dutch podcast for B1 levels and up)

#124 | From survival to speaking Dutch with confidence in 2026 (Dutch podcast for B1 levels and up)

Let' make 2026 the year you start speaking Dutch. And that starts here: https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/dutch-challenge/Zie je in januari!Groetjes, MariskaEmail list: https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/nieuwsbrief/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/dutchspeakingacademy/
Podcast: BONUS audio | Dutch Speaking Mastery

BONUS audio | Dutch Speaking Mastery

https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/mastery/
Podcast: #123 | Teaching the Dutch... to help YOU speak more Dutch (Dutch podcast for B1)

#123 | Teaching the Dutch... to help YOU speak more Dutch (Dutch podcast for B1)

In this episode, I share something that even surprised me: my Switch to Dutch method doesn’t only work for internationals… it works for Dutch people too!Last week, I gave my first workshop for a group of Dutch language enthusiasts. I did an excercise with them that confirmed everything you experience when you try to speak Dutch: tension, panic, searching for words, a body that shuts down.In this podcast, you’ll hear:why your body freezes when you try to speak Dutchwhat Dutch people feel too when they try to speak another languagehow they can support you better than you thinkthe simple adjustments Dutch speakers can make to help you succeedhow you can start this conversation with Dutch people around youand the moment when my entire mission “clicked”: you – teachers – Dutch people.Send this to your favorite Dutchie so they can help you with: simpler language, slower pace, more patience… If you want my guidance to finally speak Dutch with confidence - without switching back into English - join Dutch Speaking Mastery. New groups start in February.https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/mastery/Let me know what you think of this episode. A review or like helps me reach more people like you who are ready to switch to Dutch.You’re doing great. Step by step, you’re getting there.Liefs, MariskaAre you on my emaillist yet?https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/nieuwsbrief/Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dutchspeakingacademy/
Podcast: #121 | Verkiezingen, stemmen en polderen: hoe werkt de Nederlandse politiek? (Dutch podcast for B1+)

#121 | Verkiezingen, stemmen en polderen: hoe werkt de Nederlandse politiek? (Dutch podcast for B1+)

In deze aflevering vertel ik je in makkelijke taal de basis van de Nederlandse politiek. -Hoe werkt het eigenlijk? - Wat is een meerderheid in de Tweede Kamer? -Wie mag ik kiezen?- Wie wordt de nieuwe Minister-President? -Welke partijen zijn er?Ik vertel het je allemaal. Vond je deze podcast interessant? Laat dan een review achter alsjeblieft 🧡Meer weten over mijn programma's?Dutch Speaking Mastery Early bird: https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/mastery/E-maillijst: https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/nieuwsbrief/Volg je me al op Instagram?https://www.instagram.com/dutchspeakingacademy/
Podcast: #120 | The truth about speaking Dutch - De waarheid over Nederlands spreken (Insta Live 30 sept 2025 - in B1 Dutch))

#120 | The truth about speaking Dutch - De waarheid over Nederlands spreken (Insta Live 30 sept 2025 - in B1 Dutch))

You are ready to speak Dutch. You know enough. You studied enough. You need something else to break the English-speaking cycle. I'm teaching you all the tools needed to get out of English-town and to start speaking Dutch in every situation of your life. Dutch Speaking Mastery start op 8 oktober. Final spots available. DM me op Instagram if this is your spot. https://www.instagram.com/dutchspeakingacademy/
Podcast: #119 | All the Dutch that international parents need at school and at home - is here in Dutch for Parents.

#119 | All the Dutch that international parents need at school and at home - is here in Dutch for Parents.

You understand Dutch… but when it’s your turn to speak, you freeze.On the playground, with the daycare or school teacher, arranging a playdate - you switch back to English. Again.What you really want?- To finally use Dutch with confidence.- The exact words parents need at school and at home.- Support from other moms who get it.That’s exactly what you’ll get inside Dutch for Parents.We start this Wednesday - don’t wait another school year to start speaking Dutch.Join now before doors close: https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/dutch-for-parents/
Podcast: #118 | Navigating a multilingual family and raising a multilingual child - An in-depth conversation with expert Mimi Potvin (in English)

#118 | Navigating a multilingual family and raising a multilingual child - An in-depth conversation with expert Mimi Potvin (in English)

In this episode we have a special guest: Mimi from 'Growing up Multilingual'. We discuss the importance of the target language for children, the social aspects of being multilingual, and how you as an international parent can support your child(ren) in their language development. Mimi shares her personal experiences and strategies for raising multilingual children, as well as the challenges and successes she has experienced. If you feel that this is the moment to actively participate in your children's language process and teach them the value of making mistakes in the learning process - then join our final Dutch for Parents program: https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/dutch-for-parents/ We start on the 24th of september. Find out more about Mimi and how she can help you navigate this challenging journey here: https://www.growingupmultilingual.com/
Podcast: #117 | What to do when the Dutch keep switching to English? (Dutch podcast B1+)

#117 | What to do when the Dutch keep switching to English? (Dutch podcast B1+)

Die ene vraag die ik ALTIJD krijg van mijn studenten. In deze aflevering vertel ik je wat je doet om de controle over de conversatie te nemen, en te houden (keep). Want to be in control of speaking Dutch?Join the Dutch Speaking Mastery program. We starten op 8 en 10 oktober. >>> https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/mastery/ Volg je me al op Instagram?https://www.instagram.com/dutchspeakingacademy/
Podcast: #116 | Twee experts, één missie: spreek Nederlands met deze methodes (Dutch video for B1+) Een inspiratie-interview met mijn collega Max Koedood.

#116 | Twee experts, één missie: spreek Nederlands met deze methodes (Dutch video for B1+) Een inspiratie-interview met mijn collega Max Koedood.

In deze aflevering praat ik met Max, een docent die net zo gepassioneerd is als ik om jou te helpen Nederlands te spreken. We delen onze eigen manieren van lesgeven: ik vertel over de Switch to Dutch methode, en Max legt de Natuurlijke Methode uit.We praten over waarom spreken altijd / veel centraal moet staan, hoe belangrijk het is om een veilige en ontspannen plek te hebben om te oefenen, en wat grammatica wél en vooral NIET kan doen voor je. Ook hoor je waarom een community en support van anderen een enorm verschil maken als je Nederlands wilt leren.En natuurlijk geven we je praktische tips die je direct kunt gebruiken in je eigen leven hier in Nederland.Meer weten over onze programma's?Je vindt mij op: https://www.dutchspeakingacademy.nlMax vind je via: https://www.learningdutchnow.com/Sta je al op mijn mailinglijst? https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/nieuwsbrief/
v. 2025.02.01