DeepSummary
The co-founders of Babbel initially started out to create a music software tech company, but one of the co-founders wanted to learn Spanish and couldn't find a suitable online resource in 2007. This prompted them to pivot and create a language learning platform that would be easy for anyone to use, envisioning a world where people could learn languages online using their tools and software.
Over the years, Babbel has evolved from just a self-study app into a comprehensive language learning experience, offering podcasts, games, and Babbel Live, which provides small group classes led by experienced teachers to help learners practice speaking the language.
Thomas, one of the co-founders of Babbel, reflects on the company's journey, noting the excitement of witnessing Babbel's transformation into a platform for language learning experiences, enabling people to not only study independently but also engage in interactive and immersive learning activities.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Babbel was founded after the co-founders initially aimed to create a music software company but pivoted to language learning.
- The idea for Babbel came when one of the co-founders struggled to find online resources to learn Spanish in 2007.
- Babbel's initial vision was to create a platform for people to learn languages online using their tools and software.
- Over 15 years, Babbel has evolved from a self-study app into a comprehensive language learning platform.
- Babbel now offers various resources, including podcasts, games, and live classes led by experienced teachers, to facilitate language learning and practice.
- The co-founders are excited to witness Babbel's transformation into a platform for immersive language learning experiences.
- Babbel's expansion reflects the company's commitment to providing accessible and engaging language education opportunities.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “That was the founding moment of Bubble.“ by Thomas Holl
- “We envisioned a world where you could use our tools and our software and our platform with Bubble to learn a language and to do that online.“ by Thomas Holl
- “And I think what's really exciting to see is now, after 15 years, we developed into being a platform of language learning experience.“ by Thomas Holl
- “So we not just have like the self study app that we started with, but we're doing podcasts where we're doing games, and we have Babble Live, which is our small group class led by experienced teachers, which is super helpful because it really helps you to learn and speak a language in the first place.“ by Thomas Holl
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6/21/24
He shares how all four co-founders quit their jobs to start the music-learning platform, realizing that language learning was ripe for innovation. Join the discussion on transforming language education with Babbel's innovative approach!
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