talk to mi nice

in this episode, hosts cecile emeke and hubert devonish explore the intricate relationship between language, identity, and history, particularly in the context of jamaica and the broader caribbean. they discuss the importance of vernacular languages, the impact of colonialism on language development, and the role of creole languages in shaping cultural identity. the conversation delves into the historical connections between different regions, the influence of the atlantic system, and the

this conversation explores the intersection of language, economics, and technology, emphasizing the role of vernacular languages in society. it discusses how nudge economics can influence policy, the impact of technology on language use, and the potential for monetizing vernacular languages in the digital age. the conversation also highlights the importance of cultural context in language education and the challenges of ai in language translation. ultimately, it advocates for proactive engagement

in this episode, hubert devonish introduces the idea of language planning, comparing it to urban planning in the way both shape how communities live and interact. together, he and cecile emeke explore how language informs personal and collective identity, with a focus on black british english and jamaican patois. they discuss generational shifts, the political stakes of language in jamaica, and the role of education in addressing these issues. the conversation highlights the push for a standardized

this first episode was recorded just a week after cecile emeke’s unexpected and sudden return to the uk from jamaica, and functions as a kind of live rehearsal, with cecile and hubert devonish working out in real time what the shape of the podcast might become. the conversation explores the intersection of language, culture, and identity through their experiences and perspectives. they discuss the evolution of jamaican language, the significance of patois, and the influence of west african languages

in this episode of 'talk to me nice', cecile emeke and hubert devonish explore the intricate relationship between language, identity, and politics in jamaica. they discuss the ongoing struggle for the recognition of jamaican as an official language, the implications of language rights, and the cultural dynamics within the jamaican diaspora. the conversation highlights the complexities of language discrimination, the progress made towards officialization, and the urgent need for social justice in