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A Language I Love Is...

Danny Bate
Linguistics
Semitic Languages
Historical Linguistics
Biblical Hebrew
Kashmiri
Old Irish
Proto-Germanic
Cornish Language
Tigrinya
Finno-Ugric Languages
Bulgarian Language
Persian
Catalan
Proto-Indo-European
Marathi
Slavic Languages
Mari
Mansi Language
Grimm's Law
Burgenland Croatian

A show about language, linguistics and people who love both!

A Language I Love Is... (ALILI) broadcasts linguistic joy and shares expert insights into the languages of the world. It's a simple formula: one host, one guest, one language, and three key questions:

1) What is your story and connection to this language?

2) What do you love about this language?

3) What is something you want the audience... more

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Latest Episodes

Episode 39 is a return to Scotland! After Scots, way back at the start of the whole podcast, this next journey into Scottish speech explores Scottish Gaelic (GĂ idhlig), the Insular Celtic language that's for centuries played a big part in the country... more

At last, dear language lovers, Episode 38 is here. To make up for my podcasting tardiness, this episode stars not just one language, but rather a whole group of them! Following Akkadian in Series 1 and Biblical Hebrew in Series 2, I'm glad to offer y... more

Episode 37's star language is another 'proto'-tongue, arguably the most famous of all reconstructed prehistoric languages: Proto-Indo-European. This ancient language, whose linguistic descendants can now be found across the world, has long been the g... more

Bouônjour! Join me on a journey to Jersey, an island off the coast of France, where for centuries the local language of Jèrriais has kept up its role in the life of the Islanders, despite considerable pressure from linguistic heavyweights in the area... more

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Recent Guests

David Adger
Professor of Linguistics at Queen Mary University of London and author of works on linguistics.
Queen Mary University of London
Episode: Scottish Gaelic and David Adger
Imar Koutchoukali
An expert in old South Arabian languages, with a PhD from the University of Tartu in Estonia.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Estonia
Episode: Old South Arabian and Imar Koutchoukali
Laura Spinney
Science journalist, novelist, and author of 'Proto, How One Ancient Language Went Global'
Episode: Proto-Indo-European and Laura Spinney
Geraint Jennings
Linguist, language teacher, translator and native of Jersey
Government of Jersey
Episode: Jèrriais and Geraint Jennings
Peace Benson
PhD student and native speaker of Dza
University of Kansas
Episode: Dza and Peace Benson
Maria Zielenbach
PhD student at the Freie Universität in Amsterdam specializing in historical linguistics
Freie Universität, Amsterdam
Episode: Ternate and Maria Zielenbach
Stefan Mir-Mackiewicz
Game and software developer and language enthusiast
Episode: Na'vi and Stefan Mir-Mackiewicz
Luke Amadeus Ranieri
Linguist, teacher, YouTuber, and helicopter pilot. He is known for bringing classical Latin back to life through his engaging content and teaching methods.
Polymathy (YouTube channel)
Episode: Classical Latin and Luke Ranieri
Gretchen McCulloch
Linguist, podcaster, and author known for her work on Lingthusiasm and her book Because Internet.
Lingthusiasm, Wired Magazine
Episode: Montreal French and Gretchen McCulloch

Host

Danny Bates
Danny Bates is the enthusiastic host and creator, guiding engaging conversations about various languages and their cultural significance. He brings an academic yet friendly approach to discussions, encouraging guests and listeners alike to embrace the love of language.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 172 ratings
  • Always enjoyable

    I have no background in linguistics but Danny always brings out from his guest whatever is interesting in a language in a way that anyone can understand. It sounds like a friendly chat between friends which is relaxing and enjoyable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tomslists1
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Really well made podcast that strikes the right balance between detailed language content and being accessible to a wider audience

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Shatner's Bassoon
    3 months ago
  • what fun

    I love listening to ppl go on about their interests. I came from Dr. Jackson Crawford's yt channel and ended up binging all what was up. Ive listened to every episode since.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bxjsnshxk wkzhskanzh
    United States4 months ago
  • im listening 🙋🏻‍♀️

    i love cornish

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SIGMA💅🏼
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • A podcast I love

    I’m fascinated by languages and language history, and this podcast is a thoroughly delightful way to geek out. In a shouty and often divisive world, host Danny, with his gentle voice, and his guests share their love and passion for a basic human quality we all share. Besides learning about languages I haven’t heard of, my take away is that our languages and their histories show we are more connected than separated.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jaauregui
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging format that blends personal stories with linguistic insights.
Many praise the podcast for introducing them to obscure languages, enriching their understanding and appreciation of linguistic diversity.
The content is recognized for being accessible to those without a formal background in linguistics, making it enjoyable for a broader audience.
The host's friendly demeanor and passion are frequently highlighted as key strengths.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Scottish Gaelic and David Adger
Q: What is the situation of Scottish Gaelic today?
If you want to hear it, you really want to go to Lewis, where Gaelic has the highest proportion of speakers.
Scottish Gaelic and David Adger
Q: David, what is a language that you love?
Well, Danny, a language that I love is Scottish Gaelic.
Old South Arabian and Imar Koutchoukali
Q: What final point should listeners take away regarding old South Arabian languages?
Listeners should keep an open mind and recognize the complexity of Arabia's history beyond simplistic views.
Old South Arabian and Imar Koutchoukali
Q: What do you love most about these languages?
Imar loves that South Arabian languages provide a unique perspective into the history and culture of the region, and that there's still so much more to learn about them.
Old South Arabian and Imar Koutchoukali
Q: What led you to love old South Arabian languages?
Imar was drawn to pre-Islamic Arabia and its history due to a personal interest in understanding what existed before Islam, influenced by his diverse cultural background and desire to explore languages and their evolution.

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This podcast celebrates the diverse world of languages and linguistics through engaging conversations with guests who share their personal connections and insights about specific languages. Each episode typically features one host and one guest, allowing for a focused discussion centered on the guest's experiences and love for a particular language. The guests frequently come from various linguistic fields, sharing stories that weave through cultural narratives, historical evolutions, and personal anecdotes, fostering understanding and appreciation for lesser-known languages as well as more mainstream ones.

The unique format, which revolves around three simple yet enriching questions, provides both depth and accessibility, making complex l... more

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Recent guests on A Language I Love Is... include:

1. David Adger
2. Imar Koutchoukali
3. Laura Spinney
4. Geraint Jennings
5. Peace Benson
6. Maria Zielenbach
7. Stefan Mir-Mackiewicz
8. Luke Amadeus Ranieri

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