I haven't posted on iTalki before, though I've been learning Spanish here for several years. I use a varied approach to learning language: iTalki for conversation, some face-to-face classes for basic grammar and interaction with others, and comprehensible input in the form of extensive reading and listening. It's the last aspect I want to discuss a little here. If you haven't tried it yet, comprehensible input is great, because it is fun, and it exposes you to broad usage of the language. (I've written a bit about comprehensible input here: https://glisten.ist/2023/07/27/how-glisten-puts-the-comprehensible-in-comprehensible-input/) I currently read YA novels like The Hunger Games in Spanish. It takes me a while to finish a book, but I can honestly say it is no chore. I really look forward to 15-30 minutes of reading when I go to bed each night. For listening, I've developed my own language podcast app for iPhone and iPad: Glisten. (Yesterday it also came out on Apple Vision Pro, for those who have pockets deep enough to own one.) The idea of Glisten is that podcasts are great source material for learning a language, but native speakers usually speak too fast for language learners. Glisten helps with that, by extracting the transcript automatically from the audio, and then playing through the podcast, repeating and slowing-down each sentence. It brings more difficult content into focus, making it much more comprehensible. From the beginning, I wanted an app that could be used hands free, rather than studying at a desk. You can use Glisten when you are walking the dog, driving a car, or riding a bus. It's perfect for an afternoon stroll in the park, enjoying the setting while you improve your language skills. If you want to try Glisten yourself, it is in the App Store. You can find more info at https://glisten.ist