Hi Pentagle. I am learning Spanish, and the best thing for me was listening to radio online out of Madrid. So you might search for a radio online from London or New York City and listen to it daily. The DJs speak clearly because that is their job. They will speak at the pace of a native and will use slang and phrases typical to the area. I listen all day while at work and I keep a notebook beside my laptop and write down little things here and there. Sometimes I'll have questions and then I'll ask a native speaker. Also, don't be afraid to talk to native speakers. Talk to them and ask them to correct you. They won't want to correct you , though, unless you ask. Good luck! Nicolas