Freakonomics Radio 300. Why Don’t We All Speak the Same Language? (Earth 2.0 Series)
Sep 14, 2017
Exploring the impacts of linguistic diversity, the influence of language on ideas and emotions, the challenges of communication barriers, and the language conflict in Sri Lanka. Also discusses the future of communication in a globalized world.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Linguistic Diversity and its Impact
03:12 • 8min
The Influence of Language on Ideas, Emotions, and Perceptions
10:43 • 16min
Language, Thinking, and the Tower of Babel
26:31 • 4min
Language Conflict and Civil War in Sri Lanka
30:35 • 11min
Language Policies, Globalization, and the Future of Communication
41:31 • 6min