Language Matters by Diplomatic Language Services

Sep 13 2022 27 ep. 22 mins 1.7k
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You don’t need a PhD in linguistics to explore interesting, unique features of different languages. In this podcast, “Language Matters” by Diplomatic Language Services, we make language accessible to everyday people by discussing features which may not exist in other languages. For instance, unless you have studied a Slavic language, you may not be familiar with “verbs of motion”, but we can teach you! Join us each episode as we host experts to discuss how these unique features impact learning a particular language. We will learn together, not only about verbs of motion, but tones, counter words, the oblique form – and all sorts of exciting topics! Music Credit: Zach Bellas Music; Groundscore

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Ep. 17 Tagalog & Other Languages of the Philippines

Sep 13 2022 28 mins  
In this episode of Language Matters, Molly sits down with native Tagalog speaker and former DLS Academic Advisor, Joemer. They discuss various aspects of the Tagalog language, plus the other languages of the Philippines. Sit back and enjoy this fascinating episode about the Tagalog language!

Ep. 16 Eid al-Fitr and Ramadan

May 02 2022 33 mins  
In this episode of Language Matters, we are discussing holidays! Join us as Molly sits down with DLS Instructors Reem and Wita, plus staff member Faraidoon. They discuss Eid al-Fitr and Ramadan traditions across Syria, Indonesia, and Afghanistan. Sit back and enjoy this fascinating episode about Ramadan and Eid celebrations!

Ep. 15 Somali - If You Can Read It, You Can Speak It

Nov 18 2020 25 mins  
In this episode of Language Matters, Molly sits down with native Somali speakers and DLS instructors, Aweis and Arale. They discuss various aspects of the Somali language including the origins of Somali and where it is spoken now, the different dialects, and the ease at which it is to speak Somali if you are simply able to read. Sit back and enjoy this fascinating episode about the

Ep. 14 Albanian - 'I swear on my life, I swear on my soul, I swear on my food...'

Jan 08 2020 18 mins  
In this episode of Language Matters, Molly sits down with native Albanian speaker and DLS Registrar, Alma, and DLS Recruiting Coordinator, Charlie, who lived in Kosovo for two years while teaching English as a foreign language. They discuss various aspects of the Albanian language including the differences between the two dialects, mastering Albanian clitics and the 36-letter alpha

Ep. 13 Turkish - Don't Be Parsley!

Oct 02 2019 18 mins  
In this episode of Language Matters, Molly sits down with native Turkish speaker, Zeynep Gur, and DLS Project Manager, Jessica, who lived in Turkey for five years while studying the language. They discuss various aspects of the Turkish language including the change of the Turkish alphabet in the 1920s, the importance of vowel length, why it’s much harder to interrupt people when

Ep. 12 Romanian -Latin Island in a Slavic Sea

Jun 07 2019 17 mins  
In this episode of Language Matters, Molly sits down with Alina and Raluca, two native Romanians. They discuss the ins and outs of the Romanian language including grammar, words imported from other languages, Romanian proverbs, and you’ll even learn a children’s poem that will teach you how to roll your R’s! Sit back and enjoy this fun and educational episode on the Romanian

Ep. 11 German - Herbstbergradfahrttour!

May 01 2019 19 mins  
In this episode of Language Matters, Molly sits down with Christina and Carrie. Christina is a native German speaker and Carrie is a German student who has been speaking since a young age. They discussed the various aspects of the German language. You will learn about the German writing system, German grammar, compound words, borrowed words, and some popular German sayings. Enjoy t

Ep. 10 Korean - Number One Shame Cover!

Mar 07 2019 24 mins  
In this episode of Language Matters, Molly sits down with one native Korean speaker, Go Eun, and a Korean student, Mindy, to discuss the various aspects of the Korean language. Learn about the differences between North Korean and South Korean, the rich history involving a beloved King, and the difficulties of learning Korean. Sit back and enjoy this educational Korean podcast!

Ep. 09 French - It's Alive!

Feb 06 2019 21 mins  
In this episode of Language Matters, Molly sits down with two native French speakers, Kevin and Vincent, to discuss the various aspects of the French language. You will learn how the government regulates the French language keeping it from being overly influenced by English, the difficulties non-native French speakers have when learning the language, and how far and wide this langu

Ep. 08 Pashto - We Call It a Mouse!

Dec 19 2018 19 mins  
In this episode of Language Matters, Molly sits down with two native Pashto speakers, Roshana and Faraidoon, to discuss the various aspects of the Pashto language. Learn about the English influence on the Pashto language, the difficult grammar, the different dialects, and the inspiring poetry and proverbs that enrich the culture. Sit back and enjoy this educational Pashto podcast!