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Looking for tips for learning German? From recommendations for German language music or films, here are some of my best tips and tricks for learning German. From one German learner to another!

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15 German Christmas Songs You Need on Your Holiday Playlist

Looking for festive music for your holiday party, to wrap gifts, or simply to embrace the Christmas spirit? Whatever the reason, there’s no better time to combine holiday cheer with your German language practice. May your days be merry and bright with these traditional German Christmas songs! Learn the carols and make new traditions and […]

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Top Gift Ideas for German Language Learners: Perfect for Any Skill Level

Learning a foreign language like German is challenging! There are no corners you can cut or shortcuts you can take—it’s all about putting in the hard work. But that doesn’t mean learning a language can’t be fun. With this German language learning gift guide, you can show your support to a special someone in your

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Learn German with the films of actress Christiane Paul!

Learn German with Films of Christiane Paul

German actress Christiane Paul’s journey to the dramatic arts is anything but typical. The award-winning actress almost took an entirely different path as a practicing medical doctor. Ultimately, Paul’s call to the performing arts proved too strong. This month, take the opportunity to learn German with films and discover more about Christiane Paul!

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Learn German with the music of Peter Maffay!

Learn German with Music of Peter Maffay

Peter Maffay is an icon of the German music scene. He has been incredibly prolific and remarkably successful over the past five decades. Maffay has created a unique sound that blends traditional Schlager with good old-fashioned rock’n’roll. And while he has announced he is stepping back from major tours, he remains a dedicated musician and

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Learn German with films starring actor Sebastian Bezzel!

Learn German with Films of Sebastian Bezzel

Since 2013, Sebastian Bezzel has been the star of the Heimatkrimi film adaptations of Rita Falk’s popular book series. In those films he is known as the rock’n’roll-loving and somewhat aloof Bavarian policeman Franz Eberhofer. And while Bezzel has starred in nine Eberhofer films, he is an accomplished actor with formal training and experience as

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Learn German with music of Bodo Wartke!

Learn German with Music of Bodo Wartke

In the spring of 2024, a video of two German musicians singing a German language tongue-twister went viral — not just in Germany, but worldwide. The video gained immense popularity and crossed cultural barriers with its catchy rhythm, sing-song lyrics, and inherent silliness. Featuring Marti Fischer, the song was the creation of Bodo Wartke. Wartke

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Learn German with the music of Olli Schulz!

Learn German with Music of Olli Schulz

German television viewers may already know Olli Schulz as one of the goofy sidekicks of Joko Winterscheidt and Klaas Heufer-Umlauf from shows like Circus HalliGalli and Neo Paradise. Or maybe you’ve listened to his podcast with Jan Böhmermann. But before his frequent television appearances, it was music that stole Schulz’s heart. And it is in

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