Cantonese Diaspora

In today's episode, Naomi shares her experience of being born in Kentucky, growing up in Hong Kong throughout her childhood, and now working in Pennsylvania as a freelance artist. Inspired by the interesting connections between Cantonese and English, she starts a YouTube channel called “Lunguage” to teach Cantonese. We hope you enjoy this episode!   More about lunguage: https://lunguage.weebly.com/about.html More about Naomi's art: http://bemyeyes.weebly.com Check out our available Zoom classes: http://inspirlang.com/zoom   Get our digital/paperback book at https://inspirlang.com/lovecanto  

In today's episode, Tina talks about her experience growing up in NYC and moving to Michigan for work. What did she do to preserve her cultural identity despite Michigan's small Chinese community? Through every stitch knitting and crocheting, Tina aims to preserve her Chinese culture and support the LGBTQ+ community to share positivity in this world. Tina Tse: https://www.instagram.com/tina.say.makes/ Check out our available Zoom classes: http://inspirlang.com/zoom   Get our digital/paperback book at https://inspirlang.com/lovecanto  

In today's episode, Bonnie from Canada, now living in New York, shares her love of art and dance throughout her life, from working in tech at Google to now exploring various forms of art as an adult, incorporating Cantonese culture into her work, and her pursuit of learning multiple forms of art. We also discuss ways to preserve Cantonese culture and language in everyday life.  Bonnie's website: https://bonniezhou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebonniezhou/

In today's episode, Dorothy from Dallas, Texas, shared her polar-opposite experience growing up in Dallas, Texas and attending college in Mississippi. As Dorothy proudly shared her parents' pen-pal encounter, her unique experience to perform abroad in Asia as a teenager, and how these experiences shape her cultural identity in a miniscule Chinese American community.   Language reactor tutorial: https://youtu.be/ZWJ1G_mJFs8⁠ Advance Cantonese conversations class: https://inspirlang.com/course/advance-cantonese-conversations-group-june-2023/   COUPON CODE VALID FOR: FREE storybook video series on Mrs. Elegant: https://inspirlang.com/course/cantonese-storybook-series-where-is-mrs-elegant/ 50% off Boba Break Cantonese: https://inspirlang.com/boba 40% off all merchs: https://inspirlang.com/bookstore/

In today's episode, Wennie, one of Inspirlang's earliest Cantonese instructors, discusses her unique experience that shapes her passion and dedicate to advocate for and implement positive change in the community. In additional to Cantonese, Wennie is also fluent in Taishanese, with influences from her beloved grandfather. Listen along as Wennie discusses her line of work, the importance of implementing change in the community, and encouragement for others to make their voices heard.

In today's episode, Brittany, from her YouTube channel “Cantonese with Brittany,” discusses how she and Jade met, the type of content she posts, the understandable nature of “Chinglish,” how she progressed in Cantonese with her husband, her methods of learning Cantonese, and more! Listen along to Brittany's experiences and perspectives about Cantonese, and the journey she took to learn it. Brittany's channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/cantonesewithbrittany Check out our available Zoom classes: http://inspirlang.com/zoom Get our digital/paperback book at https://inspirlang.com/lovecanto

In today's episode, Jack, from his DIU (Daily Issues Uncovered) Podcast, discusses his drive to learn Chinese despite living oversea. Similar to many of you, Jack's learning journey includes attending language exchange, traveling to Taiwan to teach and learn Chinese, and learning about the culture and traditions of Chinese people. Listen along to Jack's stories and experiences surrounding Chinese culture during his travels and experiences. Check out our available Zoom classes: http://inspirlang.com/zoom Get our digital/paperback book at https://inspirlang.com/lovecanto

In today's episode, Arielle from Switzerland shares her travels to many countries for work and education, along with the languages she's learned from her stays. Listen along as Arielle discusses the invaluable experience of different cultures, views and their customs. Learn more about Arielle's story here: https://bit.ly/3khMt72 Check out our available Zoom classes: http://inspirlang.com/zoom Get our digital/paperback book at https://inspirlang.com/lovecanto

In today's episode, Kyle from “What Kind of Asian are You” podcast shares his secret of learning and advancing his Cantonese growing up in Canada, and how his travel and teaching experiences in different parts of Asia influenced his outlook in Chinese culture today. Listen along to Kyle's story. Check out our available Zoom classes: http://inspirlang.com/zoom Get our digital/paperback book at https://inspirlang.com/lovecanto

In today's episode, Raymond shares his experience growing up in a Japanese Hong-Kongese family. His unique experience has eventually brought him back to Japan, where he continues to explore his unbreakable connection between Hong Kong and Japan. Check out our available Zoom classes: http://inspirlang.com/zoom Get our digital/paperback book at https://inspirlang.com/lovecanto

In today's episode, James explores his family history and explains to Jade how blind marriages were conducted using horoscope in the old days. Listen along to learn from James. Check out our available Zoom classes: http://inspirlang.com/zoom Get our digital/paperback book at https://inspirlang.com/lovecanto

In today's episode, Jade learns about the story behind Adrien's Cantonese and life journey. After fleeing from the Cambodian genocide in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, to Vietnam, and later to France, Adrien's family finally settled down in Paris. Although both of Adrien's parents were born in Vietnam, Adrien held on to his cultural identity through speaking fluent Cantonese and also enjoying traditional Cambodian food from his family. Follow along this podcast episode to learn about Adrien's story. Check out our available Zoom classes: http://inspirlang.com/zoom Get our digital/paperback book at https://inspirlang.com/lovecanto

In today's episode, Jade and Martina discussed their multiple experiences of visiting China and witnessing its gentrification. Martina also offered some of her hands-on learning tips to practice Chinese wherever she is. Tag us @inspirlang to let us know your experience studying Chinese in the oversea communities. Check out our available Zoom classes: http://inspirlang.com/zoom Get our digital/paperback book at https://inspirlang.com/lovecanto Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/inspirlang Facebook: https://facebook.com/inspirlang Instagram: https://instagram.com/inspirlang Twitter: https://twitter.com/inspirlang

In today's episode, Jade learned about Guillaume's childhood journey immigrating from Shunde, China to Réunion Island, and eventually to Paris. Throughout this interview, Jade also explored the everyday lifestyles of Cantonese diasporas. Tag us @inspirlang to let us know your experience studying Chinese in the oversea communities. Check out our available Zoom classes: http://inspirlang.com/zoom Get our digital/paperback book at https://inspirlang.com/lovecanto Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/inspirlang Facebook: https://facebook.com/inspirlang Instagram: https://instagram.com/inspirlang Twitter: https://twitter.com/inspirlang

In this episode, Jade interviewed her friend Caroline from Paris to learn about her experience learning Chinese in French-speaking communities. Tag us @inspirlang to let us know your experience studying Chinese in the oversea communities. Check out our available Zoom classes: http://inspirlang.com/zoom Get our digital/paperback book at https://inspirlang.com/lovecanto Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/inspirlang Facebook: https://facebook.com/inspirlang Instagram: https://instagram.com/inspirlang Twitter: https://twitter.com/inspirlang