In this fourth and final heritage language series episode, Norah Jones talks with international leaders Renata Peskova (Iceland), Ken Cruickshank (Australia), Gisi Cannizzaro (Netherlands), Antonella Cortese (Canada) and co-moderator Joy Peyton (US).
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Episode 62 – Advocating for Heritage Languages
Norah Jones explores the power and roles of heritage languages with panelists Linda Egnatz, Amanda Seewald, Celia Zamora, and co-moderator Joy Peyton.
Episode 61 – Heritage Doorways
Norah Jones explores the power and roles of heritage languages with panelists Joy Peyton, Neila Baumiliene, Ashok Ojha, and Agnes Tounkara.
Episode 60 – Becoming an Equitable, Multilingual Society
Norah Jones explores the power and roles of heritage languages with panelists Joy Peyton, Dick Brecht, Maria Carreira, and Fabrice Jaumont.
Episode 59 – Transformational Leadership: Hugh Ballou
Norah Jones taps SynerVision’s Hugh Ballou for his insights into and pathways to transformational leadership in business, organizations, and society.
Episode 58 – Bilingual Business, Beyond Hello: Edgar Serrano
Norah Jones welcomes Edgar Serrano, who shares three important tips for businesses to succeed and prosper through harnessing the power of languages.
Episode 57 – Afro-Latino Travels: Kim Haas
Norah Jones welcomes Kim Hass, creator and host of PBS program “Afro-Latino Travels,” to discuss African-heritage experiences and contributions in Latin America and the world.
Episode 56 – Language Facing the Future: IAL at NECTFL Part 2
An array of language professionals at the Northeast Conference shares their commitments and insights with Norah Jones.
Episode 55 – When Language Reunites Us: IAL at NECTFL Part 1
Norah L Jones taps the professional excitement, dedication, and insights of her fellow language education attendees at the Northeast Conference in NYC.
Episode 54 – Sphere of Influence: Jenni Kilmore
In this episode with Jenni Kilmore, we ask how we find our focus, our purpose, our connection, and our sphere of influence through the power of language.
Episode 53 – Language Pilgrimage: Linda Markley
In this episode we go on a language pilgrimage to find and connect with ourselves and others, especially to practice mutual support and compassion in tough times.
Episode 52 – Under the Surface: Josh Barinstein
In this episode we go under the surface of our experiences to find the language that brings insight and healing to ourselves and others.
Episode 51 – Why It’s About Language
My invitation throughout this podcast is to reflect on your own personal “novel” – the story of your life as reflected in the roles and impact of language on you, the chief protagonist.
Episode 48 – Listening is the New Leadership: Jacque Merritt
Listening is a leadership skill for all. In Episode 48, Jacque Merritt, Senior Workplace Consultant for Gallup joins Norah L Jones of Fluency Consulting to identify the why and how of transformative, healing listening.
Episode 44 – Frame of Meaning: Michael Liebowitz
In this powerful conversation (Episode 44), Michael Liebowitz shares with Norah L Jones of Fluency Consulting how to find the words for our key belief to bring our own message to the world.
Episode 42 – Transcreation: Language, Identity, Nuance: A Conversation with Jill Kushner Bishop
Jill Kushner Bishop, Founder and CEO of Multilingual Connections, shares insights with Norah L Jones of Fluency Consulting on how language and culture must be in the forefront of how companies prepare to do business in an interconnected world.
Episode 41 – Leading with Why: A Conversation with Linda Zins Adams
First ask Why. Then point out the path to How. Linda Zins Adams shares with Norah L. Jones of Fluency Consulting the steps to meaningful language learning and life-long cultural connections.
Episode 38 The National Museum of Language
In Episode 38, the leadership team of the National Museum of Language joins Norah L. Jones to share the resources, excitement, and opportunities offered by this virtual, moveable, and outreach-focused nonprofit museum.
Introducing the Leaders of the National Museum of Language (Episode 38)
Norah Jones’s guests for Episode 38 of It’s About Language are the three leading officers of the National Museum of Language. Career language specialists themselves, they now share their skills and joy through this virtual museum.
Introducing Lea Graner Kennedy (Episode 34)
Norah Jones’s guest for Episode 34 of It’s About Language is Lea Graner Kennedy, world language supervisor and professional development leader and national advisor.
Episode 34 – Dialogue and Transformation: A Conversation with Lea Graner Kennedy
In Episode 34, Lea Graner Kennedy joins Norah Jones on It’s About Language to explore the challenges and promises of collaboration and cross-disciplinary approaches to world language education and global application.
Introducing Cheri Quinlan (Episode 33)
Norah Jones’s guest for Episode 33 of It’s About Language is Cheri Quinlan, passionate world language educator, leader, and presenter, who addresses finding our own passion in the world.
Episode 33 – Language, Culture, Passion: A Conversation with Cheri Quinlan
Cheri Quinlan, world language educator and leader, shares with Norah L Jones of Fluency Consulting how passion overcomes fear and obstacles to open doors to a connected future full of hope.
Introducing Parthena Draggett (Episode 6)
My guest this week is language educator superstar Parthena Draggett. Parthena shares inspirational stories and insights leading us to global awareness and participation.
Episode 4: Bridging to the “Other”: A Conversation with Carolyn Gill
This week I talk with Carolyn Gill, who shares her personal stories of delight with those who have come across her life, bringing new languages, cultures, and perspectives. She challenges all of us to think of how we view “the Other,” and what space we make for diversity in our lives.