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#142 – John McWhorter on key lessons from linguistics, the virtue of creoles, and language extinction

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Evaluating Language Education and the Legacy of Technicolor Film

This chapter explores the complexities of foreign language education in middle schools in the US, weighing the cognitive readiness of students against the quality of instruction. Additionally, it delves into the historical significance of early Technicolor films, providing insight into their impact on cinema.

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