Radio Lingua FAQ

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What is the Radio Lingua Network?

The Radio Lingua Network is network of podcasts aimed at independent language learners across the world. The network currently offers materials for learners in Spanish, French, Italian and German.

Who is behind the Radio Lingua Network?

The Radio Lingua Network is hosted by Radio Lingua Ltd, company registration number SC317895. Radio Lingua Ltd is a small company based in the west of Scotland. Directors Mark and Catriona Pentleton work with a team of teachers, students and production staff to produce the podcasts and the accompanying materials.

Which languages can I learn with the Radio Lingua Network?

Currently our range of languages includes Spanish (Coffee Break Spanish, the Cafe Cortado), French (Coffee Break French), German (My Daily Phrase German) and Italian (My Daily Phrase Italian). In addition we have a fun podcast called Love Lingo which features romantic phrases in Spanish, French, Italian, German and Norwegian.

Our future podcasts will include more content in the existing range of languages, some of which will be aimed at more advanced learners, and learning materials in additional languages.

How can I contact Radio Lingua?

It's important to point out that the Radio Lingua team have "day jobs" and are running the podcasts in evenings and weekends. For this reason, the most effective way to contact us is by email.

If you are contacting us with a technical issue, it's very useful if you can provide detailed information about your set-up, eg. if you're on a PC or a Mac; if you're using iTunes or another aggregator; if you're listening to the podcasts directly on the website, etc.

Can I speak to someone directly?

You can also leave us voicemail by skyping radiolingua, or by phoning 0141 416 2600 (in the UK), or (408) 540 6114. If you're phoning internationally then call the UK number on 0044 141 416 2600 or the US number on 001 408 540 6114. If you leave us voicemail, please speak clearly and provide an email address or cellphone number at which we can contact you.

When are "office hours"

"Office hours" are normally evenings and weekends, based on UK time. However, we can't guarantee to be available at all times. Please email us and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

I'm interested in advertising on one of your podcasts. How do I get in touch with you?

Every week hundreds of thousands of language-learners around the world listen to our podcasts. We are actively investigating a number of sponsorship opportunities. Please contact us and we'll talk more about your proposal.

If your question is not answered here, please contact us and we'll get back to you.