Norah and Dad recap their family Christmas holiday to London. Here are links to everything we mention in the episode. Hux Hotel Peter Pan Cup The Beatles Magical Mystery Walking Tour Third Man Records Arsenal Tickets Afternoon Tea at the Goring Hawksmoor Seven Dials The Original Ted Lasso Tour Reale Camiceria (the "unofficial" Ted Lasso store) The …

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What if maintaining your heritage language is the key to unlocking a deeper sense of belonging and cultural identity? Join me as I sit down with Ana Lucia Lico, a fervent advocate for heritage language preservation. Ana shares her compelling journey from Brazil to the United States, transitioning from a career in science to becoming an influential …

It's finals week for Norah's first semester of college. We discuss her preparation, her upcoming winter break, our upcoming family Christmas trip to London, and the importance of checking your tire pressure before heading out on a road trip. Send us a Message. Subscribe, rate, and review The Norah and Dad Show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Follow …

Norah and Dad recap a terrible last 2 weeks, aka, the 2024 Presidential Election. Send us a Message. Subscribe, rate, and review The Norah and Dad Show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Follow The Norah and Dad Show on Facebook. Follow norah marie on Spotify, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and the web. Follow Dad on Instagram, LinkedIn, Thread…

Norah gets her first speeding ticket, and she tells us all about it. Dad shares about the time he ran over a person. Norah also shares about an awesome sounding food tour of Columbus that she did with her Global Scholars class. Send us a Message. Subscribe, rate, and review The Norah and Dad Show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Follow The Norah and …

Norah got to vote! On this week's episode, Norah shares all about her very first experience voting, which she got to share with her parents while home for Fall Break. PLEASE make a voting plan, and make sure you vote. We also discuss Norah's recent gig, and Norah and Dad working together for the first time. Send us a Message. Subscribe, rate, and r…

Norah and Dad discuss their recent family visit during Parents' Weekend, including why Dante the dog didn't visit, eating, French professors, shopping, more eating, and a frat party that Dad was not allowed to attend despite his best efforts. Send us a Message. Subscribe, rate, and review The Norah and Dad Show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Follow…

Curious about how storytelling can transform education and create global citizens? Join us as we chat with Megan Diercks and Steven Sacco, who are on a mission to enrich language curricula through a Fulbright-Hays grant. They share their ambitious plan to take 14 educators to Côte d'Ivoire, immersing them in its vibrant culture. Discover how this i…

Did you ever wonder how a college student spends her days? Well, wonder no more, as Norah and Dad dive into how Norah spends each of her days at college. Send us a Message. Subscribe, rate, and review The Norah and Dad Show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Follow The Norah and Dad Show on Facebook. Follow norah marie on Spotify, YouTube, Instagram, F…

Norah got her nose pierced, and we talk all about the experience. Send us a Message. Subscribe, rate, and review The Norah and Dad Show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Follow The Norah and Dad Show on Facebook. Follow norah marie on Spotify, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and the web. Follow Dad on Instagram, LinkedIn, Threads, and the web. …

Imagine embarking on a life-altering journey through the Mexican desert as a child, and then finding yourself in a new and unfamiliar country. Gianny Morales takes us through his remarkable story moving from Medellín, Colombia to New Jersey, then back, then over again to the US, offering profound insights into the resilience required to navigate be…

It's been almost two weeks since Norah left for college, so it's time to catch up and find out how she has spent her first couple weeks of freedom and otherwise adjusting to college life. Send us a Message. Subscribe, rate, and review The Norah and Dad Show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Follow The Norah and Dad Show on Facebook. Follow norah marie…

In another place in our conversation, she says, "It's very hard to crystallize the function of language in our life, because everybody uses it. You cannot really conceptualize the function of language. It's only when you learn another language then you become more aware of your own, and what you stand for." In our conversation, Dr. Wang shares her …

Season 5 kicks off with Norah Lulich Jones hosting Victor Santos, author of What Makes Us Human. Explore how Santos uses riddle in both words and images to engage and delight children (and adults) with the power of human language. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discover the richness o…

Join the conversation with language education innovator Noemi Rodriguez, who draws on her own story of nurturing a childhood passion into shaping the future of AI in the classroom. We traverse the landscape where artificial intelligence and human intelligence are not rivals, but partners in crafting enriching learning experiences. Noemi's insights …

Embark on a linguistic journey that promises to redefine your understanding of language proficiency with the guidance of Paul Sandrock, an esteemed language educator. Dive into the heart of what it truly means to speak another language, moving beyond the memorization of vocabulary and grammar to a place where language becomes a vibrant tool for rea…

Join the conversation with the visionary Brandon Locke, 2024's World Language Supervisor of the Year, and embark on a linguistic journey that spans the icy expanses of Anchorage, Alaska. Unlock the transformative power of language education as we discuss Brandon's instrumental role in nurturing linguistic diversity within a school system that bridg…

On May 19, Norah will be opening for her old friend Rhett Miller, lead singer of the Old 97's. Norah shares all about how this came to be, which dates all the way back to a shared video of a School of Rock performance when she was only 7 years old. Links: Music Box tickets All of Norah's gigs (click "Follow" to get notifications of new gigs as they…

We have a college decision! Norah shares all about her decision to attend Ohio Wesleyan University. We also recap the High School Rock Off finals and welcome Otto the fish to our home. Links: Ohio Wesleyan University Norah's full set from the Rock Off Finals Send us a Message. Subscribe, rate, and review The Norah and Dad Show on Apple Podcasts and…

Discover a new dimension of leadership where language is the compass guiding us through the maze of human connection. TK Gale, founder of LAMA Leadership, joins us to illuminate the profound influence language has in shaping our realities and its vital role in effective leadership. We'll explore the power of words to transcend cultural barriers and…

Welcome to Episode 122 of "It's About Language"! In this episode, we sit down with Gregory Nedved to explore his unusual linguistic journey. Starting as an adult language learner, Gregory's path led him to become an award-winning Chinese specialist, author, language instructor, and an historian of language events and Presidential mono- and multilin…

Join us on a journey through language and culture with Lorie Roule, a multilingual expert from the intelligence community. From her fascination with French in fifth grade to her proficiency in Russian, Arabic, and Turkish, Lorie shares insights into the joy of language learning and the art of conversational code-switching. Explore the significance …

It was an up and down week for Norah. It started down with the untimely death of her fish, Odie. And then it ended way up with Norah advancing to the finals of the High School Rock Off. The Rock Off Final Exam is March 2 at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Tickets are $20 ($15 for students) and are available online here (code: norah). You can watch No…

Discover how the simple act of creating and sharing handmade bracelets can bridge cultures and empower communities as we sit down with Christopher Howell, co-founder of the Pulsara Project. Prepare to be inspired by stories that transcend the mere act of buying and selling, revealing the deep connections forged between Central American artisans and…

Explore pathways that unlock the power of leadership through language. Episode 119 of IAL features an insightful, powerful conversation with NECTFL and NFMLTA Executive Director Christopher Gwin. Find your leadership pathways as we explore his own. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to disco…

In this episode, Norah and Dad do a little promo for Norah's upcoming appearance at the 27th Annual (and final) Tri-C High School Rock Off, taking place Feb. 10 at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. We discuss what the event is, why it's so significant, Norah's history playing at the Rock Off, and why Dad will need to drive Norah to the Rock Hall to com…

Episode 118 - Tim Brookes talks about losing alphabets on It's About Language podcast. Art sparked awareness, and now we explore how scripts preserve human experiences. Learn about the impact on cultures and how we can honor languages on this episode. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to di…

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 understanding opportunities have you encountered? Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discov…

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. She invites listeners to reflect on the roles of their own life stories in defining themselves and their impact in challenging times. Contact Norah : flu…

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 workplaces. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discover the richness of language starts he…

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 others with joy. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discover the richness of language starts he…

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. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on th…

On this very special episode of the Norah and Dad Show, we remember Loula Mae. It was an awful week for Norah and Dad, as we had to say goodbye to Loula, our amazing dog. She went suddenly unexpectedly, and we're still processing the reality of not having her in our home and our in our lives. We hope that talking about her will help us heal. Send u…

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 Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on…

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 language through a unique lens – that of a motorcycle. With a shared appreciation for the joy that motorcycles bring to Michelle's life, we explore the…

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@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on the website and embark on a lear…

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 : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on the website and…

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. Humanity and hope: it's about language. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discover the rich…

Bom dia! On this very special episode of the Norah & Dad Show (and not just because it's our first new episode in nearly four months), Norah and Dad discuss their recent family vacation to Portugal. It was a trip more than three years in the making (thanks to Covid), and the fam made the most of it --- 12 days spread across Porto, Peniche, and Lisb…

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 Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on the we…

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.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join us on the website and embark on a learning…

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, environmental and social issues, and other pressing contemporary needs. Jessica, who has over 20 years of experience in the field, has served as the Sup…

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 language go by." Our language and our experiences - our culture, both small and large - are what make us uniquely human. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulti…

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. Sauer’s work at the National Foreign Language Center focuses on reflection in professional development, but his conversation with Jones demonstrates how t…

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 understands languages, how to listen, and how to speak, so that they can express their deepest humanity and connect with others?" Language saves lives. Let's …

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, too. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discover the richness of language starts here. Join …

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. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discover …

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 language bridges. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discover the richness of language starts her…

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 to our emotional wellbeing. Contact Norah : fluencyconsulting@gmail.com Website: https://fluency.consulting Your journey to discover the richness of la…