
Reading while listening to audio is a powerful multimodal learning technique that can double your learning efficiency and dramatically improve information retention. This approach is ideal for students, professionals, and lifelong learners who want to maximize their study time, enhance comprehension, or make better use of commute time and audiobook libraries. By engaging both visual and auditory processing channels simultaneously, you'll learn faster and remember more than using either method alone.
This plan was crafted by BeFreed’s proprietary AI to help you learn Read while listening to audio with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.
Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering Read while listening to audio.
Discover the neuroscience behind reading, listening, and memory to understand why multimodal learning works and how to optimize your brain for better retention.
Master the fundamentals of active reading, speed reading, and active listening techniques that form the foundation for simultaneous reading and audio learning.


Develop laser-sharp concentration and learn to manage distractions so you can maintain dual-channel focus while reading and listening simultaneously.

Accelerate your learning with proven methods to boost reading speed, enhance comprehension, and maximize retention when combining text and audio.







Discover science-backed speed reading methods to double your reading speed while maintaining comprehension. Learn practical techniques like hand pacing, chunking, and strategic reading approaches that transform how you process information.
From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
