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20 - Is it okay to speak a non-native language to your child? In this episode, we explore the realities of multilingual parenting, from heritage languages and second-language parenting to the challenges, benefits, and emotional questions that come with each choice.

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19 - In this episode of The Language Experiment, Kaisa and Camillo sit down to reflect on their family’s first full year of living in Portugal. From leaving Canada to navigating cultural surprises, adjusting to a new environment, and balancing multiple languages at home, they share the highs, the challenges, and the lessons learned along the way.

Discover what it really feels like to uproot a multilingual family, how language dynamics shift in a new country, and why Portugal turned out to be the right choice for them. Whether you’re curious about expat life, raising bilingual kids, or simply love honest storytelling, this episode offers a refreshing behind-the-scenes look at their journey.

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18 - In this episode of The Language Experiment, Camillo speaks with Philippe Ha, a Canadian father of Vietnamese heritage raising his children bilingually. Growing up in multicultural Montreal, Phillip experienced a dynamic linguistic environment where Vietnamese, French, and English intertwined in his daily life.

He reflects on his parents’ immigrant journey, their efforts to preserve Vietnamese at home, and the influence of Quebec’s Bill 101 on his education and cultural identity. With deep personal insight and warmth, Phil shares the challenges and beauty of balancing multiple languages and cultures, both as a child and now as a parent. 

His story resonates with any listener navigating heritage, identity, and the legacy we pass to the next generation.

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In this episode of The Language Experiment, we continue our series on Language and Identity with a heartfelt and insightful conversation with Anna Maria, an entrepreneur and job coach who grew up in Finland in a multilingual family. With a Finnish mother, an Italian father, and parents who communicated in German, Anna Maria shares her unique experience of navigating childhood in a largely monolingual Finnish society.

We discuss what it was like growing up bilingual—and even trilingual—when most of her peers spoke only Finnish, how passive exposure to German shaped her understanding of languages, and the moments of both pride and isolation that came with being different. Anna Maria also reflects on societal attitudes towards language and cultural identity in Finland during the 80s and 90s, and how her own sense of belonging was influenced by these dynamics.

This conversation offers rich insights for anyone raising multilingual children or reflecting on their own multicultural upbringing.

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In this episode of the Language Experiment Podcast, hosts Kaisa and Camillo explore the emotional aspects of raising multilingual children and how it shapes their identity. They share personal experiences and discuss the challenges children face while navigating multiple languages and cultures.

The episode covers the deep connection between language and cultural heritage, explaining how learning a family's language can strengthen a child's sense of pride and belonging. Kaisa and Camillo also offer practical tips for parents to help nurture a positive sense of self in their multilingual kids.

Additionally, they highlight the importance of creating a positive environment both at home and within the community, celebrate cultural traditions, and encourage open conversations. They invite listeners to share their experiences and stories about multilingualism.

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Welcome back to The Language Experiment!

After a year-long hiatus filled with life-changing events, We return to share our incredible journey of moving from Canada to Portugal. In this new episode, we recount selling our home, navigating a whirlwind of relocation logistics, and adapting to our new life abroad. From settling in, to our children's evolving language journeys, it's been a year of growth, challenges, and cultural shifts.

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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 where this adventure takes us.

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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 lives, and finding valuable resources for language learning. Priscilla's story highlights the importance of language exposure and the unique perspective that multilingual children bring to the world.

Join us for an enlightening conversation on the benefits and challenges of raising trilingual children and discover how language can shape a child's perception of the world.

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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. Multilingual parenting isn't always a straight line, and we're here to remind you that it's perfectly okay. Our two girls, in the same language-rich environment, are developing at their own pace, teaching us that every child's language journey is beautifully unique.

Join us for an episode that celebrates progress and offers a glimpse into the real, sometimes challenging, but always rewarding world of raising multilingual kids. Thank you for being amazing supporters of our journey!

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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 rhythm aid in memorization and pronunciation. From children's songs rich with engaging content to the unexpected confidence boost music provides, we delve into the emotional and cognitive advantages of incorporating music into daily routines.

Tune in to this enlightening episode to uncover the transformative potential of music as a companion in your language learning adventure.

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