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How do I raise a multilingual child? Will exposing my child to multiple languages confuse them? Will their speech be delayed? How can I give them enough exposure to my mother tongue? These were just some of the questions that Kaisa and Camillo had when they were expecting their first child. Originally from Finland and Brazil, now living in the French speaking part of Canada, the couple searched for answers, literature and resources about multilingual upbringing. When their research turned ou ...
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Welcome to the Ace Talks Language Podcast! Here you'll find me, Ace, chatting about language, language learning and linguistics!
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#14 - In this episode we discuss some significant changes on the horizon. We're bracing ourselves for a whole new chapter in our lives. Stay tuned as we navigate this uncharted territory, and find out how it impacts our multilingual journey. We're excited to share it with you! Our future holds some exciting opportunities, and we can't wait to see w…
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#13 - In this episode of "The Language Experiment," we interview Priscilla, a mom raising her trilingual twins in Canada. Priscilla shares her experiences and insights into the challenges and joys of raising trilingual children. She discusses her strategies for balancing language exposure, incorporating Brazilian culture and traditions into their l…
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#12 - Hey there, wonderful The Language Experiment community! In this episode, we're diving deep into a topic close to our hearts – our daughters' multilingual journey. From those first baby babbles to navigating a bilingual daycare during a pandemic, it's been a rollercoaster ride. We're sharing this not to show off but to keep it real. Multilingu…
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#11 - Discover the harmonious world of language learning through music in this episode of The Language Experiment. We shine a light the multifaceted benefits that music offers, both in fostering language skills and creating family connections. Unveiling the correlation between musicality and foreign language acquisition, we reveal how melody and rh…
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#10 - In this episode, we’re diving deep into a topic close to our hearts, we’re answering a question that’s on many parents’ minds: How many languages can a child learn simultaneously? We were inspired by a thoughtful email from one of our listeners, Tom. Growing up in a multilingual paradise like Luxembourg, he’s no stranger to languages. But Tom…
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009 - In this episode, we delve into the challenges and possible solutions surrounding language exclusion, offering insights and strategies to nurture inclusivity while raising multilingual children. Join us while we try to illuminate the path toward linguistic harmony within diverse homes. Subscribe to our feed and follow us on all podcast platfor…
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008 - In this episode of The Language Experiment, we dive into a topic that resonates with so many parents living abroad. Join us as we share our own experiences and explore why speaking our native language to our kids sometimes feels like a daunting task. Have you ever found yourself struggling to switch back to your native language after years of…
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007 - In this episode, we are on a mission to bust common myths surrounding raising bilingual and multilingual children. Get ready to challenge conventional wisdom and embrace the power of language diversity! 🧠 Myth #1: "It's too late to start learning a language after a certain age." False! Discover why age is just a number when it comes to langua…
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006 - Discover four simple and cost-effective methods to teach languages to your children in this episode of the Language Experiment podcast. Join us as we explore the benefits of imaginative play, music and singing, playing outdoors, and reading books aloud. These accessible and enjoyable techniques can enhance your child's language learning journ…
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005 - In this episode, we tackle the challenges of balancing multiple languages within a family. From maintaining equal exposure to dealing with feelings of exclusion, we explore common hurdles faced by parents raising bilingual children. We also discuss how temporary or permanent changes in family dynamics can impact language learning, and the str…
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004 - In this episode, Kaisa and Camillo explore different language strategies that families can use to teach their children multiple languages. They begin by discussing the benefits of raising multilingual children and then dive into four different language strategies: One Parent One Language (OPOL), Minority Language at Home (ML@H), Time and Plac…
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003 - In this episode, Kaisa and Camillo delve into the fascinating world of multilingualism and explore why raising children to be multilingual is an invaluable gift. As a couple deeply passionate about language and culture, they draw upon their personal experiences, anecdotes, and research to provide listeners with a comprehensive understanding o…
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002 - In this episode, join Kaisa and Camillo as they embark on a heartfelt journey into their personal experiences of raising a child in a multinational home, residing in bilingual Quebec. With the realization that their child would need to navigate four languages, their initial apprehensions transformed into a beautiful story of embracing linguis…
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001 - In this episode, Kaisa and Camillo kick things off by introducing themselves and sharing their initial thoughts about the show. Subscribe to our feed and follow us on all podcast platforms. Reach out to us with your questions and topic suggestions. Let's build a community together! RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2188357.rss Website: www.la…
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In this episode I share a recording of an oral examination I completed with a friend for my “Chinese 7” subject at Melbourne University. I completed this oral in May 2022 at the end of my 5th semester of Chinese study at university (so after 2 and ½ years). I think it’s valuable to document and share our progress. We create content about the langua…
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In this episode I interview the Lingoholics, Markus, Ian and Cody. The Lingoholics are a group of language enthusiasts with their own language learning podcast. They are based out of Canada and united by their passion for learning languages. Today we get to know the history behind the Lingoholics: how they met each other and how they created their …
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This episode is a conversation with my friend Danai about her experience moving from London to Hong Kong. It’s the first episode of what we plan to be a 3-part series documenting her experience moving to, living in and working in a new city with a new language and culture! Episode contents: 00:00:00 Episode introduction 00:02:15 Conversation starts…
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In this episode I have a chat with Sofia, a friend from the online language learning community from Miami! Sofia grew up in between English, Spanish and Portuguese worlds and her multilingual and multicultural upbringing shines through as a super interesting theme in the episode. We also discuss some really interesting topics like the interaction b…
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In this episode I chat with Mark from Language Come Up, originally from the United States but now based in Mexico where he has been living for several years. We talk about his experiences learning Spanish and Russian, living in Mexico and his philosophy and wisdom about language learning. In this episode you can find: Mark’s self introduction [2:50…
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In this episode I chat with Sylvia, another friend I've made in the online language learning community from the United States who studies Bengali, Arabic, German and other languages and is currently living in Morocco on a gap year! In this episode you can find: Sylvia's introduction [2:25] Morocco on a gap year and what Sylvia is doing there [7:50]…
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In this episode I have a very interesting chat with Diena, a French friend I've made in the online language learning community!In this episode you can find: Diena's introduction [3:10] English is difficult to escape [9:25] The languages Diena speaks [15:30] How Diena learns languages [17:30] Extroversion in language learning [19:40] The benefits of…
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I recently realised that I can live experiences as if I were in China without even leaving my home city. This is not something I've ever been able to do before in the same way with languages I've previously learned. I think a great way to become a part of the Chinese sub-community here in Melbourne is to find casual employment in a Chinese area. I'…
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I had the idea to record this episode after having chatted with two friends about our experiences on exchange in France. It's not the most relevant of episodes right now as we're dealing with the coronavirus but I hope that one day it may become relevant again. In this episode you'll find three big pieces of advice for going on a linguistic/languag…
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In this introductory episode I, Ace, welcome you to my podcast about language, language learning and linguistics! I also let you know a little bit about myself and what you can expect to find here on the language podcast! You can find the transcript of this episode here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QHY1wkCSeKurUMcpczaPlTlTVXXv6aWMwS9VulcwtH…
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