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Speaking Tongues Podcast: Celebrating Voices, Stories, and Flavors From Around the Globe

Elle Charisse
Ktunaxa
Spanish
Cultural Identity
Indigenous Language Revitalization
Basque
Identity
Andorra
Catalan
Community Healing
Linguistics
Racism
Traditional Practices
Arabic Language
Algerian Culture
Icelandic Language
Kannada
Hausa Language
Endangered Languages
Fulbright Program
Mandarin

Speaking Tongues is a podcast celebrating language, culture, and identity through in-depth conversations with multilingual guests from around the world. From endangered and Indigenous languages to Creoles and diaspora stories, each episode explores how language connects us to memory, history, community, migration, and meaning. Host Elle Charisse talks with artists, educators, and storytellers work... more

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Hello Language Lovers! In this episode of Speaking Tongues, we have the pleasure of speaking with Tochi Precious, a dedicated program manager and language advocate with a wealth of experience in the Wikimedia movement. She is the co-founder of the Ig... more

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Hello Language Lovers! In this episode of Speaking Tongues, we are excited to welcome Katerina Manoff, founder and CEO of ENGin, a global nonprofit dedicated to connecting Ukrainian English learners with volunteers for meaningful conversation and cul... more

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Hello Language Lovers! In this episode of Speaking Tongues, Iโ€™m thrilled to welcome Katrin, the creator behind Slow Swedish, the #1 Swedish language account on Instagram. As the host of the Learn Swedish and Slow Swedish with Katrin podcasts, she bri... more

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Hello Language Lovers! In this episode of Speaking Tongues we're having a joyous and heartfelt conversation with Ryan Samn, the writer, creator, and educator behind the Instagram account All Things Cambodian.

Ryan talks with us about his multicultu... more

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Tochi Precious
A seasoned program manager and language advocate with over seven years of experience.
Igbo Wikimedia User Group, Wikitongues
Episode: 177. Speaking Igbo With Tochi Precious of Igbo Wikimedians User Group
Katerina Manoff
Founder and CEO of ENGin, a global nonprofit for English learners
ENGin
Episode: 176. Speaking Ukrainian with Katerina Manoff, founder of ENGin
Cleyvis Natera
Author of Neruda on the Park and The Grand Paloma Resort, born in the Dominican Republic and currently living in New Jersey.
Author
Episode: 173. Speaking Dominican Spanish & "The Grand Paloma Resort" with author Cleyvis Natera
Dr. Erin McNulty
Researcher focusing on the sociolinguistics of minoritized languages
University of Glasgow
Episode: 172. Speaking Manx Gaelic with Dr. Erin McNulty
Desta Haile
Founder and director of Languages Through Music, artist, and educator.
Languages Through Music
Episode: 169. Speaking Thai, Tigrinya, French & Portuguese with Languages Through Music
Raphael Harry
Creator and host of the White Label American Podcast, focuses on the immigrant community in New York City.
White Label American Podcast
Episode: 163. Speaking Ijaw & Yoruba
Bodine Victoria
An actress, entertainer, presenter, and entrepreneur with 20 years of broadcast experience.
Broadcasting Corporation of the Bahamas
Episode: 159. Speaking Bahamian Creole, Music & Cuisine with Bodine Victoria ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ
Liana Akjanyan
Writer, journalist, and creator of Dining in Diaspora
Dining in Diaspora
Episode: From the Archive: Speaking Armenian
Dr. Menna Tala El Dorry
An Egyptologist and archaeobotanist specializing in Egyptian food history.
Episode: From the Archive: Speaking Egyptian Arabic

Host

Elle Charisse
Host of a podcast focusing on language, culture, and identity through in-depth conversations with multilingual guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • Great show!

    As a lover of languages, I absolutely I love this show! From the languages to the food segments, I always learn and enjoy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iya Funlayo
    United States6 months ago
  • Storytelling through languages and cultures

    Elle has a gift for giving us a personalized taste of each language (and culture) she features. It's like she opens up a whole new world with every episode, leaving me excited to dive deeper! Her genuine curiosity shines through and her approach to multiculturalism makes it a pleasure to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yariarenas
    United States2 years ago
  • Fun!

    A fun, casual, welcoming way to learn about different cultures and languages

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ughnicknames111
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast to learn from polyglots about their language learning journey

    Podchaser
    5
    Dominic Zijlstra
    3 years ago
  • What a treasure!!

    Elle really does spectacular and engaging work stitching together the overlapping social fabrics of our communities, by bringing such diverse people and experiences together through the lens of language. She is a true gem that I could (and do!) listen to for hours.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    candaceface84
    Australia4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and cultural insights shared by guests.
Many find the exploration of language and identity both enlightening and entertaining.
The host is praised for her genuine curiosity and ability to connect with guests, making each episode relatable.

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#141
Poland/Society & Culture

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177. Speaking Igbo With Tochi Precious of Igbo Wikimedians User Group
Q: How do you feel or how have you noticed that Igbo stands out among the major languages of Nigeria?
Being one of the three major languages in Nigeria is a source of joy and pride for the Igbo people.
177. Speaking Igbo With Tochi Precious of Igbo Wikimedians User Group
Q: What is your first language and which languages have you learned to speak?
My first language is Igbo. I learned to speak English in school and also studied German and French at university.
176. Speaking Ukrainian with Katerina Manoff, founder of ENGin
Q: How can we get involved? How can we volunteer?
Anyone can volunteer with ENGin as long as they have an internet connection and one hour a week to speak English, and they can check out the website for more information.
173. Speaking Dominican Spanish & "The Grand Paloma Resort" with author Cleyvis Natera
Q: What responsibility do you feel as a writer in portraying Caribbean issues?
I aim to tell a story that is truthful and resonate with the current moment, focusing on the complex dynamics between Dominicans and Haitians.
173. Speaking Dominican Spanish & "The Grand Paloma Resort" with author Cleyvis Natera
Q: What does the tension of paradise in the Dominican Republic reveal about the country?
The setting location highlights the complex dynamics of characters living within both the beauty and the socio-economic challenges of the Dominican Republic.

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Exploring language, culture, and identity, this show features in-depth conversations with multilingual guests from diverse backgrounds. Topics range from endangered and Indigenous languages to the rich tapestry of diaspora narratives, shedding light on how language serves as a bridge to memory, history, and community. The episodes often highlight the transformative role of storytelling, food, and music in preserving cultural heritage, making the content not only educational but also deeply engaging. With its unique focus on multiculturalism and the personal experiences of guests, it appeals to listeners interested in the complexities of language and identity.

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1. Tochi Precious
2. Katerina Manoff
3. Cleyvis Natera
4. Dr. Erin McNulty
5. Desta Haile
6. Raphael Harry
7. Bodine Victoria
8. Liana Akjanyan

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