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In this interview, we had the privilege to interview Dr. Janis Nuckolls. Her research explores the rich cultural and linguistic practices of the Kichwa people in Ecuador, focusing on how language reflects their connection to nature and their environment. She specializes in studying ideophones (words that evoke sensory experiences) and grammatical features like evidentiality, which reveal unique perspectives and attitudes toward the...

In today's episode, we had the privilege of interviewing Chris Rogers, a field linguist and PhD whose work revolves around documenting endangered languages. Chris has worked on numerous fascinating projects around the globe, but his main focus has been the documentation and grammar of the Xinka language, an indigenous language from southeastern Guatemala that is critically endangered.In this conversation, Chris shares incredibl...

We had the incredible opportunity to interview Professor Kirk Belnap, one of the pioneers in teaching Arabic dialects alongside formal Arabic in universities. With a background in sociolinguistic research and decades of experience, Professor Kirk has helped countless students achieve advanced proficiency in Arabic through innovative immersion strategies. He’s also one of the founders of Project Perseverance, which focuses on provid...

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https://www.langmedia.fivecolleges.edu/languages Have you ever thought how polyglots learn languages? Well, every story must have a beginning.In this episode, Felipe and Sophie share their honest, experiences learning different languages over the years. From the struggles and mistakes to the moments where everything clicked, this is a behind-the-scenes look at what it really...

What does it really mean to be fluent? In this episode, we'll dive deep into the idea of fluency and proficiency, discussing perceptions of fluency and how we can actually assess language proficiency. We explore metalinguistic awareness, native speaker bias, and the myths surrounding speed, accent, and perception. Plus, we dive into how education can affect proficiency and the shock effect that being able to speak certain langu...

Is it ever too late to learn a new language? We dive into why adults take on this challenge, from career goals to cultural passions, and talk about the ups and downs along the way. Join us as we share personal stories, linguistic evidence, and surprising perks for older learners!

In this episode, Felipe and Sophie explore why learning a new language can be harder for adults—and reveal the hidden problems in how bilingualism is measu...

Have you ever been asked, "How many languages do you speak?" It seems simple, but the answer is way more complicated than you might think! In this episode, we’re breaking down why that question doesn’t quite capture the full story of being multilingual. We’ll talk about the blurred lines between languages and dialects, the quirky overlaps in language families, and why counting languages doesn’t tell the whole story. Join us for a ...