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Welcome to the very first episode of Colloquia!
In this opening conversation, David Sigrist the Linguist from Immersio, explores one of the most fundamental questions: What’s the purpose of language? Language is so deeply woven into our daily lives that we rarely stop to notice its power—until we’re asked to imagine life without it.
Through a thought experiment, David invites listeners to reflect on how language shapes everything we do, from morning routines to complex conversations and even the simple act of following a recipe. He breaks down the “magic” of language—how it transforms ideas, experiences, and feelings into structured sounds, symbols, and words that others can perceive and understand. But what happens when someone doesn’t know the system? What once held meaning becomes nothing more than squiggles, dots, or noise.
In this episode, we set the stage for Colloquia, a podcast dedicated to exploring the fascinating ways that language works, connects us, and gives meaning to our world.
Join us as we embark on conversations about language, its role in society, and how we can use it to share ideas and create understanding across cultures.
Chapters
1. What's the purpose of language? (00:00:00)
2. A thought experiment about your daily routine (00:00:57)
3. Consider the “magical" power of language (00:02:24)
4. What to expect from Colloquia (00:04:48)
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