#531 Schooling Reimagined: From Strict Classrooms to Real-Life Learning

In this episode Roy and teacher Kamila walk through useful post office vocabulary and common phrases in Polish — words like poczta, koperta, znaczek — and how to ask about costs, send letters, and collect parcels. They also practice short dialogues you can use at the post office, including buying stamps, describing envelope sizes, and paying by cash or card.   I have just launched my PodFather Podcast Coach Community https://www.skool.com/podfather/about   Start your own SKOOl Academy https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=c72a37fe832f49c584d7984db9e54b71   All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠    🤝 Join our Learn Polish Podcast Community ✦ Website: https://www.learnpolishpodcast.com/ & https://learnpolish.podbean.com/ ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@learnpolish ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/learnpolishpodcast/ ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster   Teatro de idiomas Polish for all foreigners Hi, I’m Ania, founder of Teatro de Idiomas. Learning Polish with us isn’t just effective — it’s fun, inspiring, and super exciting! We teach through Spanish, English, or Russian, so you can learn Polish in a language you already know and feel comfortable with.   https://www.instagram.com/teatrodeidiomas/   https://www.facebook.com/people/Teatro-de-idiomas/61573960503867/   #Learnpolish #learnpolishpodcast #polishpodcast

Welcome to Learn Polish Podcast. In this episode Ania and Roy share personal memories of school and discuss how education could be reformed — covering strict teaching methods, the focus on memorization and exams, the value of practical life skills, homeschooling, hybrid learning, and how AI might change the teacher's role. You can find all episodes at learnpolishpodcast.com and on Bitchute, YouTube and Rumble. Lessons with Ania are available in Polish or Spanish; links are in the show notes. Scan the QR code or visit roikon.com to see my six podcasts, podcast coaching and school group, and go to VA.world for virtual assistant services.   I have just launched my PodFather Podcast Coach Community https://www.skool.com/podfather/about   Start your own SKOOl Academy https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=c72a37fe832f49c584d7984db9e54b71   All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠    🤝 Join our Learn Polish Podcast Community ✦ Website: https://www.learnpolishpodcast.com/ & https://learnpolish.podbean.com/ ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@learnpolish ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/learnpolishpodcast/ ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster   Teatro de idiomas Polish for all foreigners Hi, I’m Ania, founder of Teatro de Idiomas. Learning Polish with us isn’t just effective — it’s fun, inspiring, and super exciting! We teach through Spanish, English, or Russian, so you can learn Polish in a language you already know and feel comfortable with.   https://www.instagram.com/teatrodeidiomas/   https://www.facebook.com/people/Teatro-de-idiomas/61573960503867/   #Learnpolish #learnpolishpodcast #polishpodcast

In this episode hosts Ania and Roy discuss the Łódź housing market and everyday choices about living situations: city center versus suburbs, renting versus owning, living alone or with roommates, and the importance of rental agreements. They also cover practical topics like price versus standard, dealing with neighbours, pets, balconies, and the Polish saying “ciasne, ale własne” (small but your own).   I have just launched my PodFather Podcast Coach Community https://www.skool.com/podfather/about   Start your own SKOOl Academy https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=c72a37fe832f49c584d7984db9e54b71   All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠    🤝 Join our Learn Polish Podcast Community ✦ Website: https://www.learnpolishpodcast.com/ & https://learnpolish.podbean.com/ ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@learnpolish ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/learnpolishpodcast/ ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster   Teatro de idiomas Polish for all foreigners Hi, I’m Ania, founder of Teatro de Idiomas. Learning Polish with us isn’t just effective — it’s fun, inspiring, and super exciting! We teach through Spanish, English, or Russian, so you can learn Polish in a language you already know and feel comfortable with.   https://www.instagram.com/teatrodeidiomas/   https://www.facebook.com/people/Teatro-de-idiomas/61573960503867/   #Learnpolish #learnpolishpodcast #polishpodcast

Join Roy and teacher Kamala as they practice common Polish professions and the key question "Kim jesteś z zawodu?" The episode covers vocabulary like nauczycielka (teacher), lekarz (doctor), biznesmen (businessman), and more, with example sentences and pronunciation practice. Listen for short dialogues about work, running a company, and simple questions you can use to ask someone about their job in Polish.   I have just launched my PodFather Podcast Coach Community https://www.skool.com/podfather/about   Start your own SKOOl Academy https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=c72a37fe832f49c584d7984db9e54b71   All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠    🤝 Join our Learn Polish Podcast Community ✦ Website: https://www.learnpolishpodcast.com/ & https://learnpolish.podbean.com/ ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@learnpolish ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/learnpolishpodcast/ ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster   Teatro de idiomas Polish for all foreigners Hi, I’m Ania, founder of Teatro de Idiomas. Learning Polish with us isn’t just effective — it’s fun, inspiring, and super exciting! We teach through Spanish, English, or Russian, so you can learn Polish in a language you already know and feel comfortable with.   https://www.instagram.com/teatrodeidiomas/   https://www.facebook.com/people/Teatro-de-idiomas/61573960503867/   #Learnpolish #learnpolishpodcast #polishpodcast

In this episode Ania chats with Roy about dreams — from strange, funny, and nonsensical dreams to nightmares, sleep paralysis, sleepwalking, lucid dreaming, talking in your sleep, and déjà vu. They share personal stories and reflect on how films, worries, and daily life influence our nights. They also touch on horoscopes and zodiac traits, the idea of astral projection, and the importance of good sleep for health and regeneration. The conversation is informal, humorous, and full of relatable moments. Welcome to Learn Polish Podcast. You can find other episodes on learnpolishpodcast.com. You can get lessons from Ania. Whether you want to learn Polish or Spanish, check the show notes for links to YouTube, Rumble, Spotify (audio and video), and scan the QR code for more.   I have just launched my PodFather Podcast Coach Community https://www.skool.com/podfather/about   Start your own SKOOl Academy https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=c72a37fe832f49c584d7984db9e54b71   All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠    🤝 Join our Learn Polish Podcast Community ✦ Website: https://www.learnpolishpodcast.com/ & https://learnpolish.podbean.com/ ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@learnpolish ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/learnpolishpodcast/ ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster   Teatro de idiomas Polish for all foreigners Hi, I’m Ania, founder of Teatro de Idiomas. Learning Polish with us isn’t just effective — it’s fun, inspiring, and super exciting! We teach through Spanish, English, or Russian, so you can learn Polish in a language you already know and feel comfortable with.   https://www.instagram.com/teatrodeidiomas/   https://www.facebook.com/people/Teatro-de-idiomas/61573960503867/   #Learnpolish #learnpolishpodcast #polishpodcast

In this episode of Learn Polish Podcast Roy and Ania talk about work: first jobs, what makes a job enjoyable, dealing with difficult bosses and coworkers, and how work can change you. They share personal stories—from pub shifts and lawnmowing to managing teams and a funny fire-extinguisher prank—plus practical advice on staying motivated and growing your skills. Welcome to Learn Polish Podcast. You can find all our episodes on learnpolishpodcast.com. For lessons from Anya check the show notes; find Roy at www.roycoughlan.com, virtual assistance services at va.world, and podcaster school info in the podcast description.   I have just launched my PodFather Podcast Coach Community https://www.skool.com/podfather/about   Start your own SKOOl Academy https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=c72a37fe832f49c584d7984db9e54b71   All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠    🤝 Join our Learn Polish Podcast Community ✦ Website: https://www.learnpolishpodcast.com/ & https://learnpolish.podbean.com/ ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@learnpolish ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/learnpolishpodcast/ ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster   Teatro de idiomas Polish for all foreigners Hi, I’m Ania, founder of Teatro de Idiomas. Learning Polish with us isn’t just effective — it’s fun, inspiring, and super exciting! We teach through Spanish, English, or Russian, so you can learn Polish in a language you already know and feel comfortable with.   https://www.instagram.com/teatrodeidiomas/   https://www.facebook.com/people/Teatro-de-idiomas/61573960503867/   #Learnpolish #learnpolishpodcast #polishpodcast

Episode 15 of Learn Polish Podcast features Roy and teacher Kamilla practicing the questions "Dokąd idziesz?" and "Na co idziesz?" while naming common places like the shop, restaurant, café, cinema, theatre, park, museum, opera and school. Listen for example sentences and useful vocabulary for everyday activities—shopping, eating, drinking coffee, watching films and attending concerts—to help you speak basic Polish in daily situations.   I have just launched my PodFather Podcast Coach Community https://www.skool.com/podfather/about   Start your own SKOOl Academy https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=c72a37fe832f49c584d7984db9e54b71   All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠    🤝 Join our Learn Polish Podcast Community ✦ Website: https://www.learnpolishpodcast.com/ & https://learnpolish.podbean.com/ ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@learnpolish ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/learnpolishpodcast/ ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster   Teatro de idiomas Polish for all foreigners Hi, I’m Ania, founder of Teatro de Idiomas. Learning Polish with us isn’t just effective — it’s fun, inspiring, and super exciting! We teach through Spanish, English, or Russian, so you can learn Polish in a language you already know and feel comfortable with.   https://www.instagram.com/teatrodeidiomas/   https://www.facebook.com/people/Teatro-de-idiomas/61573960503867/   #Learnpolish #learnpolishpodcast #polishpodcast

Welcome to Learn Polish Podcast episode 525. Ania and Roy discuss life in the city (with a focus on Łódź) versus life in the village, sharing personal experiences from Poland, Ireland, and dreams of living by the sea in Spain. They compare transport, nightlife, community, noise, safety, food quality and convenience, and share personal preferences: Roy favors village life for peace and nature, while Ania values the city’s activities and amenities.   I have just launched my PodFather Podcast Coach Community https://www.skool.com/podfather/about   Start your own SKOOl Academy https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=c72a37fe832f49c584d7984db9e54b71   All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠    🤝 Join our Learn Polish Podcast Community ✦ Website: https://www.learnpolishpodcast.com/ & https://learnpolish.podbean.com/ ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@learnpolish ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/learnpolishpodcast/ ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster   Teatro de idiomas Polish for all foreigners Hi, I’m Ania, founder of Teatro de Idiomas. Learning Polish with us isn’t just effective — it’s fun, inspiring, and super exciting! We teach through Spanish, English, or Russian, so you can learn Polish in a language you already know and feel comfortable with.   https://www.instagram.com/teatrodeidiomas/   https://www.facebook.com/people/Teatro-de-idiomas/61573960503867/   #Learnpolish #learnpolishpodcast #polishpodcast

Welcome to Learn Polish Podcast, episode number 524. You'll find other episodes on learnpolishpodcast.com, on YouTube, Rumble and Spotify. Scan the QR code or go to www.roughlan.com to find six shows and everything I'm doing in podcasting. Lessons from Ania are available in the show notes, audio and video. In this episode Ania and Roy discuss shopping — trips to malls and weekly grocery runs, impulse buys versus planned purchases, price and promotion psychology, online vs in-store shopping, social media influence, and whether shopping can act as therapy. They share simple tips to tell a need from a want, how to avoid regret, and ideas like donating excess clothes.   I have just launched my PodFather Podcast Coach Community https://www.skool.com/podfather/about   Start your own SKOOl Academy https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=c72a37fe832f49c584d7984db9e54b71   All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠    🤝 Join our Learn Polish Podcast Community ✦ Website: https://www.learnpolishpodcast.com/ & https://learnpolish.podbean.com/ ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@learnpolish ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/learnpolishpodcast/ ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster   Teatro de idiomas Polish for all foreigners Hi, I’m Ania, founder of Teatro de Idiomas. Learning Polish with us isn’t just effective — it’s fun, inspiring, and super exciting! We teach through Spanish, English, or Russian, so you can learn Polish in a language you already know and feel comfortable with.   https://www.instagram.com/teatrodeidiomas/   https://www.facebook.com/people/Teatro-de-idiomas/61573960503867/   #Learnpolish #learnpolishpodcast #polishpodcast

Welcome to episode 14 of Learn Polish Podcast. Hosts Roy and Kamila focus on travelling (podróże), teaching the verb “podróżować”, common questions (Czy lubisz podróżować? Z kim? Kiedy?) and useful travel phrases. The episode features pronunciation practice, sample answers about destinations and activities, and tips for using Polish while traveling. Ideal for beginner to intermediate learners.   I have just launched my PodFather Podcast Coach Community https://www.skool.com/podfather/about   Start your own SKOOl Academy https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=c72a37fe832f49c584d7984db9e54b71   All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠    🤝 Join our Learn Polish Podcast Community ✦ Website: https://www.learnpolishpodcast.com/ & https://learnpolish.podbean.com/ ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@learnpolish ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/learnpolishpodcast/ ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster   Teatro de idiomas Polish for all foreigners Hi, I’m Ania, founder of Teatro de Idiomas. Learning Polish with us isn’t just effective — it’s fun, inspiring, and super exciting! We teach through Spanish, English, or Russian, so you can learn Polish in a language you already know and feel comfortable with.   https://www.instagram.com/teatrodeidiomas/   https://www.facebook.com/people/Teatro-de-idiomas/61573960503867/   #Learnpolish #learnpolishpodcast #polishpodcast