The Polyglot Podcast

In this episode, I'll be talking with Madeline Snigaroff, a current Ph.D. student studying linguistics. We'll discuss her field of study and the Aleut language, which is part of the Eskimo-Aleut language family. She will also share her efforts in revitalizing the language and the underlying process.

Do you ever wonder how your different manners of expression change in different social environments? Or how our ears often pick up different phonetic sounds? In this episode, I'll be talking with Anna-Marie, a current PhD linguistics student at the University of Chicago. We'll be delving into her areas of study, discussing the third wave of sociolinguistics and its current debates that are shaping the future of this field. Additionally, we explore the theoretical frameworks used in sociolinguistic research. You can check her out more here: https://linguistics.uchicago.edu/anna-marie-sprenger

In this episode, I'll be talking with Ivy, a bilingual reader who has read over 100 novels in foreign languages, with a focus on Chinese. We'll be talking about her experiences, what insights she's gained throughout the process, what methods we use to make the most out of the reading process to guide us in our language journies, and suggestions for beginners. You can check out her Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/packingmylibrary/

In this episode, I'll be talking with Tamisha Tan, a current linguistics student studying at Harvard University and who will be sharing all about her research on the Austronesian languages of West Timor as well as the field of historical linguistics. We'll be discussing topics from how historical languages can inform our understanding of modern languages, how dialectical differences form, and the process behind how historical linguists decipher languages.

In this episode, I'll be talking with Natasha Thalluri, a linguistics graduate student, who will be sharing all about the fascinating realm of language typology, which is a field that classifies languages according to their structural features. This is part 2 of our conversation so make sure you check out part 1 if you haven't already!

In this episode, I'll be talking with Natasha Thalluri, a linguistics graduate student, who will be sharing all about the fascinating realm of gesture semantics. We'll delve into how our everyday gestures evolve to form meaning, differ from other forms of nonverbal communication, and the intersections of the field of ASL.

In this episode, I'll be talking with Emily, an international adoptee from China who is currently studying German, Spanish, Italian, Turkish, Arabic, and Russian. She'll share her perspective on language learning as an adoptee and how languages have contributed to her sense of identity and belonging. Emily will also share her language journey, what challenges she's encountered along the way, and advice she has to share. Please check out her Instagram @languagetravelingadoptee and YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ehhmuhhlee18

Latin, Ancient Greek, Middle English.. These are just a few examples of what are considered 'ancient languages.' In part 2 of my conversation with Tilly Brooks, we'll be delving into the fascinating field of ancient languages, exploring questions like what is considered an ancient language? Why do they die out? How can we translate them if we have no English dictionary or guidance? She'll wrap up our discussion with a reflection on the importance of learning ancient languages even in our modern days.

How do words change meaning over time? Is a hotdog considered a 'sandwich?' In this podcast episode, I'll be talking with Tilly Brooks (https://ling.yale.edu/people/tilly-brooks) , a current senior at Yale University studying linguistics. We'll be delving into the fascinating linguistical theories behind semantics- the study of meaning and exploring how different languages draw semantic lines and whether there are overlaps between them.

In this episode, I'll be talking with Stefani Kostadinova, a polyglot from Bulgaria who speaks Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, German, French, and Greek. She will be sharing about her language journey, what inspired her to learn so many languages and top misconceptions she's heard about the language learning process. She'll be ending the conversation with a spark of motivation for those who feel unmotivated to study a language they don't immediately like. You can find her YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/PolyglotSecrets/about

Instead of waking up on the wrong side of the bed, in Croatian, you say you step on your left leg first. Croatia is a country located in the northwestern part of the Balkan Peninsula, full of rich history and culture. In this episode, I will be talking with Irena, a native Croatian speaker from Split. She'll be providing a linguistical overview of Croatian, like pronunciation, dialects, and grammatical structures, including the 7 different types of 'cases' and what they are. We'll talk about her favorite Croatian words and idioms and what advice she has for any learners interested in Croatian. Finally, we'll conclude the conversation with a fun discussion of Croatian coffee culture and other unique festivities. Please check out her Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/irenascrocafe/

In this episode, I'll be talking with Katerina from Greece. She'll be sharing about the Greek language and introducing its unique constants, grammatical structures, idioms, and differences between Ancient and Modern Greek. In addition, Katerina will share about Greece's culture and rich history, including notable philosophers and the historical legacies Greece has left in the world. Finally, we'll be concluding with a reflection on Greek artifacts that have been placed in other museums and our considerations of where they should belong. As a fun bonus, Katerina will also share her thoughts about Greek mythology. Please check out her Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qqeYd-DQS8&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=LearnGreekwithKaterina and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learngreekwithkaterina/

In this episode, I'll be talking with Rebecca (@rebeccalearnslanguages), who is a current Chinese studies student at Oxford University who also loves graphic design and is studying abroad in Taiwan. She'll be sharing her language journey and challenges/lessons that she's learned abroad as well as some advice for those who would like to achieve a level of "immersion" without traveling. Finally, she'll share her advice for how to pick up a language again after setting it aside for a while. You can learn more about her here: https://linktr.ee/rebeccalearnslanguages

In this episode, I'll be talking with Mia (@jangmia317), a language learner currently in South Korea who is studying English, German, Spanish, Korean, Italian, and Thai. She'll be sharing her experience reading various novels in different languages and her goal of better understanding the author/story through the native language instead of the translated text. We'll also share advice for reasonable language goal-setting, how to avoid unrealistic goals and steps to achieve the ones we have in mind.

In this episode, I'll be talking with Ashley, an Iranian American storyteller who will be sharing her experiences learning languages and traveling and how these global interactions have shaped what she hopes to convey through her writing. We'll also be delving into the importance of diverse representation in literature and sharing marginalized voices through the power of storytelling. Ashley Hajimirsadeghi is an Iranian-American writer and artist. She is the author of the chapbooks cartography of trauma (dancing girl press) and cinephile (Ghost City Press). She is an M.A. Candidate in Global Humanities at Towson University and graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology with a BS in International Trade & Marketing, an AAS in Fashion Business Management, and minors in Film and Media, English, Asian Studies, and American Studies. She is co-Editor-in-Chief at Mud Season Review and a poetry reader at EX/POST Magazine. A five-time Best of the Net and two-time Pushcart Prize nominee, Ashley has received scholarships, awards, and fellowships from Brooklyn Poets, the US State Department, the State University of New York (SUNY), COUNTERCLOCK, the International Writing Program at the University of Iowa, and the University of Arizona, among others. Find her work at MovieWeb, New Perspectives Theatre Company, and various other print and online outlets.

In this episode, I'll be talking with Sziszi who is from Hungary and will be sharing about the Hungarian language and culture. Hungarian is a fascinating and complex language, with an alphabet of 44 letters and 2 words for the color 'red'. Stay tuned to hear more about the Hungarian culture, including a fun exploration of how Hungarian names work. You can check out her account here for resources and tips to learn Hungarian: @hungarianwithsziszi. Website: https://linktr.ee/hungarianwithsziszi

In this episode, I'll be talking with Lisa, who will be sharing about the Afrikaans language. If you are interested in learning about the relation between Afrikaans and other languages, unique grammatical structures like double negation and idiomatic statements like pulling old cows out of a ditch, tune in to this exciting episode! Lisa is also studying Tunisian Arabic, which she will be sharing about in this episode

Did you know that Norweigian has 2 official written languages? In this episode, I will be talking with Joanna who is from Norway and will be giving an introduction to the Norwegian language and culture. Tune in to hear about the written forms of the language, dialects, and her favorite Norweigian phrase which means "there is no such thing as bad weather. There's only such thing as bad clothing" Check out her YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/NorwegianJoVideos/videos

This is part 2 of my conversation with Roxanna, where she will be sharing about her blog called Natural Life and give us an introduction to traditional Indian Ayurvedic medicine practices. If you are interested in learning about different cultural health practices and traditional medicine, this is definitely the episode for you! Finally, she will conclude by sharing common misconceptions people have about India and Argentina and what she hopes people will come to understand about both countries. Check out her blog here: https://naturallife365.com/

In this episode, I'll be talking with Roxana, an Argentinian who later moved to India with her husband. In this part of our conversation, she will be sharing about her experiences adjusting to the new culture and the challenges she's experienced in a bicultural relationship, from different preferences of food to traditional clothing and small things like leaving the windows open. Roxana speaks about her personal growth and open-mindedness and what she's come to value in the Indian community.

In this episode, I'll be talking with Sausan, who will be sharing more about the Bangla language and culture. She will be introducing the Bangla language and how it relates to other South Asian languages as well as her thoughts on why it's considered a "sweet" language. Tune in to hear about unique festivals, notable Bangla artists, and the origins of International Mother Language Day (hint: it relates to Bangladesh's history!) Please check out her Instagram @learnbangla!

In this episode, I'll be talking with Amelia, an indigenous Māori woman from New Zealand. She will introduce us to the historical background of the Māori language and the importance of learning indigenous languages. She'll be sharing cultural traditions, including the Haka dance and POI ball and the connection of nature with the Māori people and language. Please check out Amelia's Instagram @learnMaoriabroad and if you are interested in attending a Māori language or culture class, check out her website here: https://www.learnmaoriabroad.com/!

This is part 2 of my conversation with Moenau Rivera, who was born and raised in Tahiti. in this part of the conversation, she will be sharing about her favorite Tahitian word, Tahitian culture and the French influence, including many delicious culinary dishes. As a fun question, she will also be sharing her thoughts about the Disney movie Moana and how accurate its representation is. Finally, she will be sharing her tips and advice with anyone interested in learning the language. Please check out her Instagram @Polylingualreotahiti and her website https://poly-lingual.teachable.com/!

In this episode, I'll be speaking with Moenau, a native Tahitian speaker born and raised in Tahiti. Moenau starts off with talking about the other 5 languages native to French Polynesia and introduces the differences between these languages. We will also be talking about the historical background of this language, the impacts of French colonization, and continued efforts to revitalize the language. She will be providing a general linguistical overview of the language and slang. Please check out her Instagram @Polylingualreotahiti and her website https://poly-lingual.teachable.com/!

In this episode, I'll be talking with Nicola who is from Ireland and discussing her motivations for learning Hindi from a love of Indian classical music. She'll be sharing her language journey and experiences traveling and living in India as well as her advice for interested Hindi learners. Please check out her insta: @nicolacleary_96 and YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaundEWK7nKh2-czznsMSBg/videos

In this episode, I'll be talking with Audrey, a French language learner who is learning Japanese, Korean, and Dutch. She'll be sharing her experiences balancing these 3 languages as well as sharing some insights into the Dutch language and culture.

In this episode, I will be talking with Lisa, who has traveled to different regional areas around China including minority communities like the Uyghur community. She will be sharing her experiences as well as some insight into regional differences and diverse cultural and linguistical backgrounds.

In this episode, I will be talking with Constanze, an English teacher who is also studying French, Italian, Japanese, and more. She will be sharing her insights in learning a language from a language learner's perspective and as a teacher, as well as her experiences living in Japan.

In this episode, I will be talking with Ekaterina Mateeva, an independent entrepreneur, Amazon bestselling author, award-winning poet, linguist, polyglot, and the founder of Amolingua, among many more. If you want to go more in-depth about each of her unique experiences and accomplishments, stay tuned for this two-part series where she will also be sharing her travel experiences, research on language alter egos, experience in participating in the world memory championships, and motivational advice on how to turn your dreams into reality.

In this episode, I will be talking with Ekaterina Mateeva. Ekaterina Matveeva is a linguist, entrepreneur, Amazon bestselling author, TEDx speaker, polyglot, and the founder of Amolingua — an ed:tech focused on teaching foreign languages, cultural intelligence, and soft skills. She is also the leader of Lingo+, an Erasmus+ funded project that trains educators on how to teach in multilingual and multicultural environments. If you want to go more in-depth about each of her unique experiences and accomplishments, stay tuned for this two-part series where she will also be sharing her travel experiences, research on language alter egos, experience in participating in the world memory championships, and motivational advice on how to turn your dreams into reality.

In this podcast episode, I'll be talking with Nora Yusef, a photographer who grew up in Malaysia, traveled to over 80 countries, and photographed the most remote areas. We'll be discussing her travel adventures from exploring Svalbard to spending time with Eagle Huntresses in Mongolia and the impact all of her world travel has had on her perception of the world.

In our 9th podcast episode, I'll be talking with April, a current college senior who is studying Vietnamese and currently an international studies major. We'll be talking about what motivated her to learn Vietnamese, as it is an uncommon language to learn and more about her language journey and future career interests.

In this episode, I'll be talking with @djaliece.studies about how to use Duolingo effectively. Stay tuned to hear about different methods of learning and ways to incorporate Duolingo in your language learning journey!

In our episode today, I'll be talking with Fernanda, a language learner from Brazil who is currently studying Korean. I'm pretty sure you've all heard of many language learners who have learned languages solely through self-studying, but there is also an equal value and importance to learning alongside others. We'll be talking through her language journey and how she's realized the importance of learning languages with others and sharing her progress through her study gram after a long period of being stuck on her own.

In the episode, we'll be talking about Kelly's experiences studying abroad in Korea, what she learned, and her journey in starting a podcast! Kelly is a current college freshman at USC and she participated in the Korean NSLI-Y summer program. Along with her friends, she started a podcast called "VoiceToCulture" which seeks to provide a voice for underrepresented groups and topics and advocate for greater change.

In this episode, I'll be talking with Addie and her experiences in studying abroad in 3 countries. Stay tuned until the end to hear her advice on how you can also study abroad for free through the programs she mentioned!

In this episode, I'll be talking with Mila, a Brazilian student who is learning Japanese, Spanish, and Brazilian Sign Language. We'll be discussing different learning methods for learning languages and how to find ways that best work for you. Additionally, we´ll be sharing advice on how to practice your language in your daily life outside of your daily study time, like sitting in a car or walking to work.

In this episode, I'll be talking with Julianne, or @leaflinglearns, about staying motivated when learning a language and how to overcome challenges during the process, including how to deal with burnout.

In our 2nd episode, we're featuring Silvy, a student from India who is self-studying Korean. We'll be talking about how to learn and approach a new language as a beginner and how to overcome common obstacles in the language learning journey. She'll also be sharing some tips and resources specifically for learning Korean. We hope you'll enjoy!

This is the very first episode of our polyglot podcast featuring Sidney, who is currently learning Mandarin and Cantonese. In this episode, we'll be talking about her language journey, how she learned Chinese and her study-abroad experiences. I hope you enjoy!