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It's About Language, with Norah JonesS5E10 Language is About People - A Conversation with Paul Frank“People don’t want to abandon who they are in order to have a better future. Language gives them options—and dignity—to be both rooted and reaching.”– Paul FrankIn this powerful episode, Norah Jones is joined by Paul Frank, Associate Director for Language Solutions at SIL International. With more than four decades of experience in the field, Paul shares his journey from rural Mexico to the mountains of Colombia to international leadership roles supporting minority language communities.His message is rooted in lived experience: language is not just about communication—it’s about con...2025-05-0940 minIt's About Language, with Norah JonesS5E9: The Soul of the Mangyan AmbahanIn this moving and powerful episode of It’s About Language, host Norah Jones welcomes a panel of cultural advocates and storytellers to explore the poetic traditions and philosophy of the Mangyan people of Mindoro, Philippines. From personal stories to academic insights, guests Chiara Cox, Lolita Delgado Fansler, Resti Pitgogo, Zosing Evangelista, and Emily Catapang open the door to a living tradition of Ambahan—an ancient, rhythmic poetry written in the Hanunuo Mangyan script. This script, still used today, dates back before the 10th century and has withstood centuries of colonization and cultural pressure. What emerges is not just lang...2025-04-1038 minIt's About Language, with Norah JonesS5E5 Its About Language : Embrace Your Gifts | Guest Ana Lucia LicoWhat if maintaining your heritage language is the key to unlocking a deeper sense of belonging and cultural identity? Join me as I sit down with Ana Lucia Lico, a fervent advocate for heritage language preservation. Ana shares her compelling journey from Brazil to the United States, transitioning from a career in science to becoming an influential figure in education. Her story is one of resilience and dedication as she spearheaded the creation of a language cooperative that grew into ABRACE, a thriving cultural association in the Washington DC area. Discover how Ana's passion helped shape a supportive community...2024-12-1245 minIt's About Language, with Norah JonesS5E1 What Makes Us Human, a Conversation with Victor D.O. Santos, Ph.D.Season 5 kicks off with Norah Lulich Jones hosting Victor Santos, author of What Makes Us Human. Explore how Santos uses riddle in both words and images to engage and delight children (and adults) with the power of human language.Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.comWebsite: https://fluency.consultingYour journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on the website and embark on a learning adventure like never before!Social Media Platforms : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FluencyConsultingLLC...2024-06-2046 min
It's About Language, with Norah JonesEpisode 117 The GLOBE Academy: Sandra DanielHost Norah Jones welcomes Sandra Daniel from The GLOBE Academy in Atlanta, GA, sharing impactful stories of young learners' growth and achievement via language immersion. What language and cultural understanding opportunities have you encountered?Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.comWebsite: https://fluency.consultingYour journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on the website and embark on a learning adventure like never before!Social Media Platforms : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FluencyConsultingLLCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com...2023-12-1451 min
It's About Language, with Norah JonesEpisode 116 The Day I Met Homer ( Little Adventures in Language & Culture)In Episode 116 It’s About Language host Norah Jones does a bit of storytelling of her language and cultural meetings, missteps, mistakes…and reflects on the powerful growth such experiences bring. She invites listeners to reflect on the roles of their own life stories in defining themselves and their impact in challenging times.Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.comWebsite: https://fluency.consultingYour journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on the website and embark on a learning adventure like never before!...2023-12-0744 min
It's About Language, with Norah JonesEpisode 115 Joy and Opportunity for All: Nancy HongNancy Hong of Glendale USD, California, talks with Norah Jones about how dual language immersion courses for young learners bring excitement and opportunities to students, families, communities, and workplaces. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.comWebsite: https://fluency.consultingYour journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on the website and embark on a learning adventure like never before!Social Media Platforms : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FluencyConsultingLLCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fluency_consulting/Twitter: https://t...2023-11-0947 min
It's About Language, with Norah JonesIt's About Language_Ep 113_ Always Say Yes to a Language_Michele Aoki & Veronica TrapaniGuests Michele Aoki and Veronica Trapani talk with Norah Jones about the Yes to every language needed to ensure that all nations, societies, and individuals can live up to their full potential.Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.comWebsite: https://fluency.consultingYour journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on the website and embark on a learning adventure like never before!Social Media Platforms : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FluencyConsultingLLCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fluency_consulting/2023-10-1252 min
It's About Language, with Norah JonesEpisode 112 Honing Our Craft: Florencia Henshaw & Kim PotowskiFlorencia Henshaw and Kim Potowski team up with Norah Jones to explore language, culture, and identity in schools and society. Join us for an enlightening discussion! #Education #Culture #IdentityContact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.comWebsite: https://fluency.consultingYour journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on the website and embark on a learning adventure like never before!Social Media Platforms : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FluencyConsultingLLCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fluency_consulting/Twitter: https...2023-09-1452 min
It's About Language, with Norah JonesEpisode 110 United by Language Family : Terri MarlowNorah Jones' guest Terri Marlow shares the necessity and impact of language in building the well-being of individuals and members of the community of human beings.Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.comWebsite: https://fluency.consultingYour journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on the website and embark on a learning adventure like never before!Social Media Platforms : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FluencyConsultingLLCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fluency_consulting/Twitter: https://twitter.com/NorahLulicJones2023-08-1049 min
It's About Language, with Norah JonesEpisode 107 For You and With You: Megan DierksNorah Jones speaks with Megan Diercks of the AATF about the power of language to transform lives young and old, and to develop confidence, leadership, and connections in our work and world. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.comWebsite: https://fluency.consultingYour journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on the website and embark on a learning adventure like never before!Social Media Platforms : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FluencyConsultingLLCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fluency_consulting/2023-07-1347 min
It's About Language, with Norah JonesEpisode 104 - Leaping Past Language Barriers - Jessica HaxhiIn this episode of It’s About Language, world language leader Jessica Haxhi (New Haven, CT) joins host Norah to discuss how language can be used to leap over barriers, such as AI, COVID separation, environmental and social issues, and other pressing contemporary needs.Jessica, who has over 20 years of experience in the field,has served as the Supervisor of World Languages for New Haven Public Schools since 2013, where she oversees 85 teachers and seven languages. She is also apast President of ACTFL and AATJ.Norah explores how language can be used to build bridges,cr...2023-06-2248 min
It's About Language, with Norah JonesEpisode 106 Language, Self-Reflection, Growth: Thomas SauerJoin us for Episode 106 of Its About Language, where Thomas Sauer of PEARLL shares insights with host Norah Jones on the importance of self-reflection for personal growth and enhanced well-being. Sauer’s work at the National Foreign Language Center focuses on reflection in professional development, but his conversation with Jones demonstrates how to apply this practice in the lives of all human beings, adults and children alike. More insights on the topics of professional growth, Teacher Effectiveness for Language Learning (TELL), Thomas Sauer’s work, a...2023-06-0848 min
It's About Language, with Norah JonesEpisode 95 - Celebrating Our Languages: Antonella Cortese & IHLAThis week’s guest, Antonella Cortese, speaks with Norah Jones about the international celebration of Mother Language Day, and the power of heritage language and culture to celebrate both individual identity and global diversity – with joy.Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.comWebsite: https://fluency.consultingYour journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on the website and embark on a learning adventure like never before!Social Media Platforms : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FluencyConsultingLLCInstagram: https://www.inst...2023-03-1751 min
It's About Language, with Norah JonesEpisode 94 – The Elements of Our LanguageThis week, Steven Sacco is interviewing Norah. Norah shares where her passion for language began and how it shaped her world, and from that foundation how she took it a step farther to help change the lives of others. The Elements of Our Language are truly the stepping stones in new pathways leading to so many opportunities in our lives. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.comWebsite: https://fluency.consultingYour journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on the website and embark on a...2023-03-0237 min