Armenian podcasts

Language Therapy with Dr. K

A podcast series with Institute Director, Dr. Shushan Karapetian (Dr.K) that explores language in the Armenian context. Discover the quirky nuances, fun, and frustrations of language, as Dr. K delves into conversations about immigration, diaspora, shame, bilingualism, culture, heritage, and so much more.

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Armenian podcasts

Unpacking Armenian Studies

A new avenue for promoting scholarship that addresses national and global challenges impacting policy, development, and progress. For that, we’ll be talking to academics, politicians, journalists, artists, authors, publishers, and teachers, along with students, social media influencers, young professionals and entrepreneurs.

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Armenian podcasts

After War Before Peace

Salpi Ghazarian and Emil Sanamyan sit down with area experts, analysts, and diplomats in an attempts to make sense of the situation following the 44-day war between Armenia and Azerbaijan in and around Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh), which concluded with an uneasy settlement short of a final peace agreement.

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Armenian podcasts

The Quake

A podcast miniseries where the Institute’s Chitjian Research Archivist Gegham Mughnetsyan explores the very personal and public history of the powerful earthquake that devastated the northern region of Armenia and his hometown Gyumri on December 7, 1988, and delves into the challenges that complicated the region’s recovery process.

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Inch by Inch

Inch By Inch is an attempt to explore little aspects of daily life and connect them to larger themes through a prism of memories and an Armenian cultural and linguistic twist. Hosted by the Institute’s Chitjian Researcher Archivist Gegham Mughnetsyan.

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Ukraine, Armenia and War

A limited series on the Russian invasion of Ukraine as seen from Armenia and the Caucasus, that explores questions such as: How do Armenians in Armenia and Artsakh view similarities and differences in the 2020 war with Azerbaijan, and the 2022 invasion of Ukraine by Russia? What are the information flows? How has Karabakh’s security been impacted?

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Innovate Series

Recorded live at the Institute’s Innovate Armenia Festival, the Innovate Series features insightful discussions with prominent figures from the Armenian community highlighting personal experiences, policy challenges, and strategies for progress. Each talk offers a unique perspective on contemporary issues affecting Armenians globally. The series aims to foster dialogue and inspire innovation within the Armenian community.

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Really enjoyed this interview, thank you @drkarapetian for an insightful conversation & thanks for putting up with me and voice that day!

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Newest Episodes

    Learning in Two Languages: Dual Language Immersion in Practice

    What does a typical day look like for students immersed in two languages? How does language immersion actually work? How are misconceptions about language learning challenged through immersion educational models? Join Dr. K and Dr. Nancy Hong, Director of Dual Language Immersion and Magnet Programs at Glendale Unified School District, as they delve into the unique educational model of dual immersion, highlighting its objectives of fostering functional bilingualism and biliteracy. They explore the cognitive, academic, and social advantages of learning through two languages and dispel prevalent myths associated with language immersion.

     

    Medz Yeghern: The Politics of Naming the Armenian Genocide

    How does our choice of language shape our understanding of history? What power do words hold in defining our past and current events? Join Dr. K and Dr. Vartan Matiossian, author of The Politics of Naming the Armenian Genocide, as they delve into the geneology, etymology, and chronology of Medz Yeghern – the Armenian term for the mass murder and ethnic cleansing of the Armenian ethno-religious group in the Ottoman Empire between the years 1915-1923. They discuss how the politics of naming the Armenian genocide have been navigated in academic, political, and social spheres, particularly as Armenians struggled for international recognition in the face of Turkish denial. They unpack the use, misuse, and abuse of Medz Yeghern as a reflection on the weight of language choice in shaping historical narratives and collective memory.

    Polyglot Passports: Navigating Little Armenias

    What experiences and motivations inspire someone to learn multiple languages? How do polyglots use language to connect with various cultures? How can the Armenian language serve as a gateway to explore vibrant Armenian communities across the globe? Join Dr. K and Rouben Koulaksezian, author of “Little Armenias: The Travel Guide of the Armenian Diaspora,” as they embark on a linguistic journey. Together, they delve into the intricacies of language acquisition, drawing from the experiences of a seasoned polyglot who is already on his tenth language. They discuss how travel and language intersect, intertwining heritage, identity, and the shared narratives of dispersed communities. They explore the nuances of learning both Eastern and Western Armenian, along with multiple other languages, and uncover the transformative power of language when approached through a diasporic lens.