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Polyglot Perspective PodcastPolyglot Perspective Rants #3: Misleading Titles in Language Learning YoutubeWelcome to our third segment of 'Polyglot Perspective Rants' where Lily and Taylor rant all about the most pressing topics in language learning and share their opinions!
Have you ever come across Youtube videos with titles like, "How to Learn (insert language) in 7 days?" or "How I learned to speak (insert languages) in 24 hours?" In this episode, we talk all about Youtube clickbait in the polyglot community, as well as our opinions on titles on these videos/Polyglot youtubers, how these videos can act as a source of motivation and demotivation, and how we should go...2021-09-1114 min
Polyglot Perspective PodcastS2 Ep. 6: How to Be Confident When Speaking with Natives w/Sam CoatesWelcome back to the sixth episode of Season 2 of the Polyglot Perspective Podcast!
When learning a language, reading, writing, listening and speaking tie into our learning journey. Among the four, many people believe speaking is the most difficult. Many learners lack confidence, and don’t know how to go about talking to native speakers in their target language.
Sam Coates is a university student studying business analytics and accounting. Sam was born in New York but moved to Jamaica as a toddler (as his family is Jamaican) and returned to the U.S at 14. Some of...2021-08-2237 minPolyglot Perspective PodcastPolyglot Perspective Rants #2: How to Find a Study Method That Works for YouWelcome to our second segment of 'Polyglot Perspective Rants' where Lily and Taylor rant all about the most pressing topics in language learning and share their opinions!
Have you ever come across videos with titles like, "How to Learn (insert language)?" or "Tips to Learn (insert language)?" but are still confused about how to actually learn a language effectively? In this episode, we talk all about the various different study methods that language learners use, as well as the methods, resources, and strategies that we personally use when learning languages. Additionally, we discuss how personality can...2021-08-0719 minPolyglot Perspective PodcastPolyglot Perspective Rants #1: The #notsoperfectstudygramIn today's podcast episode, we're doing things a little bit differently. Welcome to our first segment of 'Polyglot Perspective Rants' were Lily and Taylor rant all about the most pressing topics in language learning and share their opinions!
Do you have a studygram or are contemplating making one? Well, look no further! In this episode, we talk all about the wonderful highlights of the community, as well as some potential downsides that come with any social media platform such as an increased emphasis on aesthetics, posting frequency, and metrics. We also give our insight on toxic competition...2021-07-2320 minPolyglot Perspective PodcastS2 Ep.5: Intercultural Communication and Cultural Differences w/Clara AntimeWelcome back to the fifth episode of Season 2 of the Polyglot Perspective Podcast!
While language learning is often thought to only involve studying the syntax of one's target language, languages and cultures are intertwined, meaning that one must learn about their target language’s culture to truly understand the language. In this episode college student Clara Antime discusses her personal experience with intercultural communication and cultural differences. She talks with us about the importance of learning about other cultures, respecting different traditions, and developing an open-mind.
Clara is a 20 year old French young adult who st...2021-07-0939 minPolyglot Perspective PodcastS2 Ep. 4: Coping With Language Burnout w/Bianca PinheiroWelcome back to the fourth episode of Season 2 of the Polyglot Perspective Podcast!
While learning a language, have you ever felt unmotivated, tired, and lacking interest in the language which you were so passionate about? In this episode high school student Bianca Pinheiro discusses her personal experience with language burnout. She talks with us about a variety of topics such as personal experiences, how school activities interfered with language learning, as well as her methods of learning different languages.
Bianca is a 16 year old Brazilian teenager who loves studying languages, listening to music, reading books...2021-06-2537 minPolyglot Perspective PodcastS2 Ep. 3: Self Studying Tips and Toxic Productivity w/Emily HinckleyHow should I learn a language? The Autodidact way
Welcome back to the third episode of Season 2 of the Polyglot Perspective Podcast!
Are you interested in self-studying languages in addition to practicing languages in the real world? In this episode high school student Emily Hinckley discusses her journey with self-studying as well as taking classes. She talks with us about a variety of topics such as self study vs the school system, how to take the self study approach, practicing in real life, and toxic productivity. She provides her perspective on language learning and describes...2021-06-1137 minPolyglot Perspective PodcastS2 Ep. 2: How to Learn a New Language w/Andy ZhangWelcome back to the second episode of Season 2 of the Polyglot Perspective Podcast!
Are you interesting in learning a new language but don't know where to start? Have you tried learning a language in the past but have had unsuccessful results? In this episode, high school student Andy Zhang discusses his methods on learning new languages as well as his experience self-studying and taking language classes in school. He provides a new perspective on language learning and describes his experience adapting and opening his mind up to different cultures growing up.
Andy is...2021-04-0237 minPolyglot Perspective PodcastS2 Ep. 1: The Importance of Language Learning w/Elizabeth QuinnWelcome back to the first episode of Season 2 of the Polyglot Perspective Podcast!
Have you ever wondered why you should start learning a language? Moreover, is learning a language even useful anymore? In season 2 episode 1, high school student Elizabeth Quinn provides her language tips, tricks, and her view on the usefulness of language learning in the year 2021.
Elizabeth is a student from the UK currently studying German alongside art and English literature for A-levels. Although she grew up in a monolingual family, she began learning her first foreign language in secondary school and is currently...2021-02-1152 minPolyglot Perspective PodcastSeason 2 UpdatesWelcome back to Season 2 of the Polyglot Perspective Podcast, now co-hosted by Taylor Torres and Lily Burke!
In this season, we will be focusing on all aspects of language learning from finding the right resources to staying motivated. We will be guiding you through your language learning journey, including introductory topics such as 'Why You Should Start Learning a Language’ to the latter episodes discussing how you can take the next step and incorporate language learning into your daily life and even study abroad. Each episode we will be joined with a new guest, many of wh...2021-02-0302 minPolyglot Perspective PodcastEp. 6: Embracing Your Culture w/Lily BurkeWelcome to another episode of the Polyglot Perspective Podcast!
Have you ever struggled to embrace your cultural identity? In episode six, college language learner, Lily Burke shares her story about being born in China, but growing up in the United States as an American adoptee.
Lily Burke is a New York university student who currently speaks 6 languages! Lily was born in China but was adopted by an American family and is currently studying Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, Korean, Indonesian, and Cantonese. She is also one of our Mandarin translators here at Polyglot Perspective.
...2020-12-1932 minPolyglot Perspective PodcastEp. 5: Staying Connected to Your Heritage w/Isabella MehrabianWelcome to the Polyglot Perspective Podcast with Taylor Torres!
Have you ever felt disconnected with your heritage growing up? In episode five, high school language learner, Isabella Mehrabian discusses her story being born and raised in America while being a student of Armenian origin.
Bella was born and currently resides in California, and grew up in a bilingual household, with her parents speaking both Armenian and English with her at home. She has also been studying Spanish in and out of school for the past few years and began developing a passion for languages and...2020-07-2820 min
Polyglot Perspective PodcastEp. 4: The Power of Motivation w/Candice HuangWelcome to the Polyglot Perspective Podcast with Taylor Torres!
Have you ever wondered how polyglots muster up the motivation to study so many languages? In episode four, high school student, Candice Huang discusses her journey growing up as a bilingual Chinese American and her stories connecting with other cultures by learning Spanish, Taiwanese, Korean, and Japanese.
Candice was born and raised in America and is ethnically Chinese. She speaks Mandarin Chinese, is currently learning Spanish in school, understands Taiwanese, Korean, and Japanese, and is a native English speaker. Due to her experiences traveling to...2020-06-1221 min
Polyglot Perspective PodcastEp. 3: Exploring Your Roots w/Gya RodriguezWelcome to the Polyglot Perspective Podcast with Taylor Torres! Have you ever wondered what moving across the country at a young age and subsequently grow up bilingual entails? In episode three, high school language learner, Gya Rodriguez discusses her journey learning four languages and the beauty of connecting with their encompassing cultures. Gya was born in Puerto Rico and moved to California at the age of 3-years-old. For this reason, she is a native Spanish and English speaker, and is also self-studying Portugués and French due to her fascination with the arts and culture. In this episode, we d...2020-06-1033 min
Polyglot Perspective PodcastEp. 2: The Value Of Hard-Work And Dedication w/Jasmine PurnomoWelcome to the Polyglot Perspective Podcast with Taylor Torres! Have you ever wondered how teen hyper-polyglots have the motivation to learn so many languages? Well, in this episode, you get to hear from teen language learner, Jasmine Purnomo, as she discusses her journey learning three languages. Jasmine was born and raised in America, and is ethnically Indonesian and Chinese. She understands and speaks a bit of Indonesian, is currently learning Spanish in school, and is self-studying Japanese due to her appreciation of Japanese culture and Anime. In this episode, we discuss the importance of hard-work and dedication in language...2020-06-0519 min
Polyglot Perspective PodcastEp. 0: Introducing The Polyglot Perspective PodcastHey everyone! Welcome to the Polyglot Perspective Podcast with Taylor Torres. I am an American teen who is currently learning both Mandarin Chinese and Spanish. I really enjoy learning languages because I believe it helps us connect with and better understand our culture and communicate with others on a more profound level. I decided to create the Polyglot Perspective Podcast because it came to my attention that 20% of American students grades K-12 are currently learning a foreign language, the numbers declining each year, being one of the most concerning aspects of the American education system. For this reason, I...2020-06-0102 min
Polyglot Perspective PodcastEp. 1: Learn How To Step Out Of Your Comfort Zone w/Celine HuWelcome to the Polyglot Perspective Podcast with Taylor Torres! Have you ever wondered how teen hyper-polyglots learn languages and why they choose to embark on this journey? Well, in episode one, you get to hear from long-time teen language learner, Celine Hu, as she discusses her journey learning six languages. Celine was born in China, however she grew up attending a British international school, then traveled to Australia, and subsequently to America, where she currently resides. Due to her deep passion for fashion design and dance, Celine is learning French in high school, while also self-studying Japanese...2020-06-0133 min