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Ep128. Accent Training: The Line Between Authenticity and Intelligibility

From Languages Pedagogy Podcast · Hosted by Mike Llerena

2025-07-24·00:14:23

Episode summary

In this episode of Languages Pedagogy Podcast: Is sounding “native” the gold standard—or just another form of linguistic pressure? In this deeply engaging episode, we dive into the fascinating world of accent training, exploring the complex intersection of clarity, culture, and identity.

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Is sounding “native” the gold standard—or just another form of linguistic pressure? In this deeply engaging episode, we dive into the fascinating world of accent training, exploring the complex intersection of clarity, culture, and identity. You’ll uncover the difference between…