From the Archive: Speaking Armenian

Speaking Tongues

This episode was originally published as Episode 109. Speaking Armenian on July 25, 2022.

In this episode of Speaking Tongues, we're having a conversation on the diverse world of the Armenian language and culture with our guest, Liana, a writer, journalist, and creator of "Dining in Diaspora." Liana shares her journey from Iran to the United States and her experiences within the Armenian community in Southern California.

In this episode, we discuss:

🇦🇲 Liana's immigration story from Iran to the U.S. and how she navigated the Armenian community in Los Angeles.

🇦🇲 The evolution of the Armenian language within the diaspora, including influences from Persian, English, Arabic, and Russian.

🇦🇲 The differences between Western and Eastern Armenian dialects and efforts to revitalize Western Armenian.

🇦🇲 The unique melodic cadence of the Iranian Armenian dialect and how dialects are recognized by their accents.

🇦🇲 The cultural significance of food in Armenian heritage, including contributions to American cuisine such as Almond Joy and the introduction of yogurt.

🇦🇲 Traditional Armenian dishes and the vibrant debates over whose recipe reigns supreme.

🇦🇲 Armenian idioms and expressions, including the charming saying, "May you grow old on one pillow."

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Website: www.diningindiaspora.com

Instagram: diningindiaspora

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