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It's About Language, with Norah Jones

Norah Lulich Jonesfluency.consulting
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.
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Episodes

S5E9: The Soul of the Mangyan Ambahan

Discover the cultural richness of the Mangyan people and the poetic beauty of Ambahan, an ancient tradition of sung poetry that shapes identity and community. This episode features voices from the Mangyan Heritage Center sharing stories of preservation, passion, and belonging.

Apr 10, 2025

S5E2 Shuhan Wang: A New Framework for Language Education

It’s not about learning vocabulary, learning how to say something in another language. Deep down, we’re talking about making us better, smarter, more compassionate, more open minded, more empathetic people who care about self and also one another. That’s my goal and my passion. Dr. Shuhan Wang In another place in our conversation, she says, Continue reading "S5E2 Shuhan Wang: A New Framework for Language Education"...

Aug 22, 20241 hr 3 min

Episode 111 Language and the Art of Motorcycles: Michelle Olah

“It’s a long journey. It’s a long trip. And it’s getting there and getting back. …We bought something because the new context called for it. And that’s okay. You need to be adaptable, you need to be flexible. That was a super easy decision to make, because we knew what our plan was. So when Continue reading "Episode 111 Language and the Art of Motorcycles: Michelle Olah"

Aug 24, 202350 min

Episode 104 – Leaping Past Language Barriers – Jessica Haxhi

This episode brings Norah & Jessica Haxhi (New Haven, CT) together to discuss how language is more than words. It's a tool that can be used to leap over barriers: AI, COVID separation, environmental & social and other pressing contemporary needs.

Jun 22, 202348 min

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 in language learning and personal confidence.

May 12, 202355 min

Episode 89 – Inviting You to Reflect with Celia Zamora, ACTFL

Episode 89 | Reflection Series | Guest Celia Zamora, ACTFL Join Norah L Jones and Celia Zamora on the future of language education and ACTFL. In this episode of It's About Language, Norah and Celia talk about initiatives designed to include everyone in the learning and use of languages to participate fully in the global community.

Jan 19, 202326 min

Episode 64 – Tell Your Story

Norah Jones of Fluency Consulting explores the inheritance given to each person through their language, culture, and identity.

May 05, 202222 min

Episode 25 – Changing Perspectives on Language: A Conversation with Krista Chambless

Dr. Krista Chambless brings fresh, research-based approaches and world-embracing perspectives to today's language teaching and learning. Norah L. Jones of Fluency Consulting explores with her the ways that language teachers can transform how they teach. ------------- HOST: Norah L. Jones | Fluency.Consulting | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FluencyConsultingLLC | Instagram: fluency_consulting GUEST: Dr. Krista Chambless | kristachambless@uab.edu ------------- This is a Mr. Thrive Media produ...

Apr 22, 202137 min

Episode 13: United by Diversity

It's About Language guests Eavan Mages and Charlotte Peyton share their stories and insights on language and culture heritage, diversity, and world-wide connections.

Dec 24, 202039 min
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