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Ep117. The Rise of English: Will It Always Be the Global Lingua Franca?
From Languages Pedagogy Podcast · Hosted by Mike Llerena
Episode summary
In this episode of Languages Pedagogy Podcast: English dominates classrooms, boardrooms, and digital screens—but will it always reign supreme? In this captivating episode, we dissect the historical forces that made English the world’s lingua franca and ask whether it’s destined to hold that title forever. From colonial legacies to globalization and the rise of other languages on the global stage, we explore the politics, economics, and cultural shifts that shape language power dynamics.
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English dominates classrooms, boardrooms, and digital screens—but will it always reign supreme? In this captivating episode, we dissect the historical forces that made English the world’s lingua franca and ask whether it’s destined to hold that title forever. From colonial legacies to globalization and the rise of other languages on the global stage, we explore the politics, economics, and cultural shifts that shape language power dynamics. Will Mandarin, Spanish, or another language challenge English’s throne? Tune in for a thought-provoking journey into the past, present, and possible future of global communication. Loved this episode? Follow The Languages Pedagogy Podcast for more honest, powerful conversations at the intersection of language, education, and humanity. Share it with a fellow educator, leave a review, or tag us on social media — your voice helps elevate ours. Together, we’re not just teaching — we’re transforming. #LanguageEducation #TeacherVoices #PedagogyPodcast #GlobalClassroom