Sign Language is a beautiful form of communication. For many years, the Deaf community was denied education, in large part because of Aristotle. Thankfully, many people recognized the ability of deaf people to communicate using signs. Sign Language became documented and standardized. However, due to dictatorship and revolution, in 1980s Nicaragua, sign langu ... Show More
Oct 26
La aventura de la vida, parte 4
<p>Sandra and Gabriel have fallen through the floor of the grand pyramid of Chichen Itzá, El Castillo. After solving puzzles and more falling through the pyramids below El Castillo, they have found themselves in a cenote, or underground lake. How will they make it out of this sit ... Show More
17m 39s
Sep 2
Spanglish: Identidad, Mezcla y Aprendizaje - Spanglish: Identity, Mixture and Learning
<p>We explore the phenomenon of Spanglish and why it’s more than just mixing two languages. From everyday words like <em>postear</em> and <em>textear</em> to full-on code-switching, we share examples that highlight how Spanglish works in real conversations. You’ll hear about its ... Show More
25m 40s
Sep 2019
Input vs output in language learning (with Adele Goldberg)
In the world of linguistics, there are very few people with a resume as impressive as Adele Goldberg. She has had a major influence on the way we understand and study language. In this very special interview we talk about vocabulary learning, input vs output, and her language acq ... Show More
29m 46s
Feb 2025
Dana Gioia: Why Poetry Matters | How I Write
Dana Gioia is a poet, former Chairman of the NEA, and one of America's most insightful writers on the craft of poetry and prose. This is the deepest conversation I've ever had about writing. Dana breaks down the writing process from his first drafts to revision, and shares practi ... Show More
3h 10m