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It's About Language, with Norah Jones

Insightful conversations on the nature and impact of language and culture with creative leaders in the fields of education, business, arts, and science. Their stories shed light on how language makes us human - and brings hope.Find your voice. Enter the conversation. Find your superpower.

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Update frequency
every 10 days
Average duration
41 minutes
Episodes
138
Years Active
2020 - 2025
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Episode 117 The GLOBE Academy: Sandra Daniel

Episode 117 The GLOBE Academy: Sandra Daniel

Host 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 u…

00:51:41  |   Thu 14 Dec 2023
Episode 116 The Day I Met Homer ( Little Adventures in Language & Culture)

Episode 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. Sh…

00:44:28  |   Thu 07 Dec 2023
Episode 115 Joy and Opportunity for All: Nancy Hong

Episode 115 Joy and Opportunity for All: Nancy Hong

Nancy 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 …

00:47:21  |   Thu 09 Nov 2023
Episode 114  Word Play and Pund'It, with Josh Daly

Episode 114 Word Play and Pund'It, with Josh Daly

In Episode 114, Josh Daly promotes wordplay, demonstrating how it helps us appreciate language’s flexibility and creativity. Through puns and play we both make language our own and connect with other…

00:46:42  |   Thu 19 Oct 2023
It's About Language_Ep 113_ Always Say Yes to a Language_Michele Aoki & Veronica Trapani

It's About Language_Ep 113_ Always Say Yes to a Language_Michele Aoki & Veronica Trapani

Guests 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.

Contac…

00:52:47  |   Thu 12 Oct 2023
Episode 112 Honing Our Craft: Florencia Henshaw & Kim Potowski

Episode 112 Honing Our Craft: Florencia Henshaw & Kim Potowski

Florencia 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 #Identity

Con…

00:52:08  |   Thu 14 Sep 2023
Episode 111 Language and the Art of Motorcycles: Michelle Olah

Episode 111 Language and the Art of Motorcycles: Michelle Olah

Join us in Episode 111 of our captivating podcast, 'Language and the Art of Motorcycles: Michelle Olah.' In this engaging conversation, our esteemed guest Michelle Olah and I delve into the world of …

00:49:34  |   Thu 24 Aug 2023
Episode 110 United by Language Family : Terri Marlow

Episode 110 United by Language Family : Terri Marlow

Norah 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@gm…

00:49:52  |   Thu 10 Aug 2023
Episode 109 Bringing Perspectives Together : Enrique Moras

Episode 109 Bringing Perspectives Together : Enrique Moras

Welcome to Episode 109!
Enrique Moras joins me to take a journey into stories and storytelling literature, to see how they connect humans across geographic and cultural boundaries.

Contact Norah :
flue…

00:45:17  |   Thu 27 Jul 2023
Episode 108: Light a Fire

Episode 108: Light a Fire

What's your spark? How do you speak about your identity, your purpose, your gifts? Use your language to breathe life into your unique ember, and join with others to light a fire to warm the world. Hu…

00:28:31  |   Sat 22 Jul 2023
Episode 107 For You and With You: Megan Dierks

Episode 107 For You and With You: Megan Dierks

Norah 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 N…

00:47:23  |   Thu 13 Jul 2023
Episode 105 Making Connections, Making a Difference: Kathy Shelton & ACTFL

Episode 105 Making Connections, Making a Difference: Kathy Shelton & ACTFL

Inspiring stories of connection and empowerment. Join us for a transformative language journey of meaningful connections and opportunities for positive impact.

Contact Norah :
fluencyconsulting@gmail.…

00:53:34  |   Thu 29 Jun 2023
Episode 104 - Leaping Past Language Barriers - Jessica Haxhi

Episode 104 - Leaping Past Language Barriers - Jessica Haxhi

In 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, e…

00:48:22  |   Thu 22 Jun 2023
Episode 103 - A Wider Vision of the World - Lori LeVar Pierce

Episode 103 - A Wider Vision of the World - Lori LeVar Pierce

Episode 103 is an energetic and insightful conversation with Lori LeVar Pierce. A Wider Vision of the World. 

Take a moment - take the time - to sit with your own life experiences and to "watch your l…

00:50:58  |   Thu 15 Jun 2023
Episode 106 Language, Self-Reflection, Growth: Thomas Sauer

Episode 106 Language, Self-Reflection, Growth: Thomas Sauer

Join 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.

 

Sau…

00:48:38  |   Thu 08 Jun 2023
Episode 102 | Language Saves Lives

Episode 102 | Language Saves Lives

Language is humanity's survival tool. It fosters deep connections between people. Let's look at our institutions, families, and communities and ask ourselves: "How can we ensure that everyone underst…

00:31:06  |   Fri 02 Jun 2023
Episode 101 : The Costs of Ignoring Language and Culture: Bennett Whitehouse (Risk Analyst)

Episode 101 : The Costs of Ignoring Language and Culture: Bennett Whitehouse (Risk Analyst)

In an eye-opening conversation, this week’s guest Bennett Whitehouse, a risk analyst for the insurance industry, connects language and communication with costs of doing business – and human costs, to…

00:49:18  |   Thu 18 May 2023
Episode 100 : Brenda Buckley Why Teach Like a Rebel

Episode 100 : Brenda Buckley Why Teach Like a Rebel

This week, Brenda Buckley teaches why we should teach like a rebel!

Brenda is an ASL instructor and sign language expert who reveals the role of body movement, eye contact, growth mindset, and humor i…

00:54:40  |   Fri 12 May 2023
Episode 99 - Language Inspirations: Presenters on Presenting

Episode 99 - Language Inspirations: Presenters on Presenting

Language connects us to each other and the world around us. Join me for Episode 99 where, attending the SCOLT and NECTFL conferences, I had conversations with presenters dedicated to building languag…

00:39:56  |   Thu 27 Apr 2023
Episode 98 - The Power of Intercultural Understanding: Scott Womack

Episode 98 - The Power of Intercultural Understanding: Scott Womack

In this episode, Scott Womack discusses the role of language and culture in our lives. He reveals how his research into intercultural competence makes him an expert on the importance of these topics …
00:49:58  |   Thu 13 Apr 2023
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