Hello Language Lovers! In this episode of Speaking Tongues, we’re discussing the linguistic and cultural heritage of Galicia with Dani, a passionate Galician language teacher and content creator. Dani shares his journey of embracing his bilingual identity and the challenges faced while navigating the complexities of Galician and Spanish in a rapidly changing linguistic landscape.
In this episode we discuss:
🌟 Dani's bilingual upbringing in Galicia, where he learned both Galician and Castilian Spanish, and how his early experiences shaped his relationship with these languages.
🌟 The social stigma surrounding the Galician language and the impact of stereotypes on its speakers, particularly among younger generations.
🌟 The unique phonetic features of Galician that set it apart from Spanish, including its distinct sounds and grammatical structures.
🌟The historical evolution of Galician, from its golden age to its current status in Spain, and the ongoing efforts to revitalize and preserve it.
🌟 Dani's insights on Galician folklore, including fascinating myths and legends, and their connection to the region's cultural identity.
🌟 The role of music and social media in promoting the Galician language and culture, and how the next generation is embracing their linguistic heritage.
A huge thank you to Dani for sharing your story and insights about the Galician language and culture. If you enjoyed this episode of Speaking Tongues, please subscribe, rate, and review the Speaking Tongues Podcast on Apple Podcasts, and like and subscribe on YouTube so that other language lovers can find the show! You can now pledge ongoing support for the show on Buy Me a Coffee dot com or on Patreon dot com. And as you know, I wrote a book! My food ‘zine of international language and cuisine, Taste Buds Vol 1. is available now for purchase! Check social media for the sneak peek inside of the book and make sure you purchase for yourself and your friends! Links to all platforms are below!
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