WSL Language Café

Kam Kirby

WSL Language Café is a podcast from Williams School of Languages that explores the people, cultures, and stories behind language learning. Hosted by Kam, WSL's very own Filipino and ESL instructor, each episode features conversations with teachers, students, and guests from around the world. Together, we dive into language, culture, travel, identity, teaching, and the life experiences that shape the way we communicate. So grab your favorite drink, pull up a chair, and join us for meaningful conversations every Wednesday. Because every language has a story worth telling. Kita-kits!

Episodes

  1. 6d ago

    What Most People Get Wrong About China | Language, Identity & Life Lessons w/ Xin "Shin" Zhang Ph. D

    Welcome back to the WSL Language Café Podcast! ☕ What if everything you thought you knew about China only scratched the surface? In this episode, we sit down with Ms. Xin Zhang, Chinese language instructor, university educator, and lifelong language learner, for an honest conversation about growing up in China, becoming a teacher, and why language is so much more than grammar and vocabulary. Together, we explore: ✶ Common misconceptions about China and Chinese culture ✶ Why there isn’t just one Chinese culture or cuisine ✶ How learning another language changes the way you think✶ The Chinese concepts of Yuan Fen (缘分) and Jia You (加油) ✶ Family, identity, and finding purpose through education ✶ Advice for anyone who’s afraid they’re “too old” to learn a new language Whether you’re learning Chinese, reconnecting with your heritage, or simply curious about another culture, this conversation is a reminder that every language carries an entire world with it.☕ Featured drinks from Airoma Coffee, Las Vegas Kam's drink: Egg Coffee Ms. Xhin's drink: Black Sea If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and leave us a comment! What’s one culture you’d love to learn more about?

    What Most People Get Wrong About China | Language, Identity & Life Lessons w/ Xin "Shin" Zhang Ph. D

  2. 6d ago

    Raising Multilingual Kids & Finding Community with Daniel Salazar Ep. 1 (Part 1)

    Welcome to the very first episode of WSL Language Cafe! In Part 1 of our pilot episode, I sit down with Daniel Salazar, principal of Williams School of Languages, to share how we met, why we started this podcast, and our passion for language learning and cultural connection. Over milk tea from a local favorite, TP Tea, we talk about: Why WSL Language Cafe was createdDaniel’s journey living in South Korea, Brazil, and beyondRaising multilingual children using the OPOL (One Parent, One Language) approachThe importance of heritage languages and staying connected to your rootsCommon misconceptions about bilingual and multilingual childrenBuilding community as immigrants and families living in the United States Whether you’re learning a language, raising multilingual kids, reconnecting with your culture, or simply curious about stories from around the world, there’s a seat for you at our table. Grab your favorite drink and join us for a conversation about language, culture, and connection. 🎙️ WSL Language Cafe is produced by Williams School of Languages in Las Vegas, Nevada.

    Raising Multilingual Kids & Finding Community with Daniel Salazar Ep. 1 (Part 1)
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About

WSL Language Café is a podcast from Williams School of Languages that explores the people, cultures, and stories behind language learning. Hosted by Kam, WSL's very own Filipino and ESL instructor, each episode features conversations with teachers, students, and guests from around the world. Together, we dive into language, culture, travel, identity, teaching, and the life experiences that shape the way we communicate. So grab your favorite drink, pull up a chair, and join us for meaningful conversations every Wednesday. Because every language has a story worth telling. Kita-kits!

Information

  • Creator
    Kam Kirby
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Kam Kirby
  • Show Website
    WSL Language Café