Na'vi and Stefan Mir-Mackiewicz

Now here's a first for the podcast: its first conlang! Na'vi, the language created for the Avatar films, was the choice of Stefan Mir-Mackiewicz, a language enthusiast who plays a role in shaping this constructed language. We discussed the origins of Na'vi, its sources of inspiration, its sounds and grammar, and the community that continues to develop it. Some language history and 'Proto-Na'vi' even get a mention!Support the language-loving mission by joining the ALILI Patreon here: ⁠⁠patreon.com/ALanguageILoveIs⁠⁠Start your own journey into Na'vi here:- ⁠https://learnnavi.org/⁠ - ⁠https://kelutral.org/⁠ - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@HTML_Rrta⁠Content note from Stefan: it's a common misunderstanding that Paul Frommer inspired directly by Polynesian languages; rather, the original words he was given by James Cameron had a "Polynesian flavour".Host: Dr. Danny BateGuest: Stefan Mir-Mackiewicz (screen name: HTML_'Rrta)Audio Mixing and Mastering: Jeremiah McPaddenMusic: Acoustic Guitar by William KingArtwork: William Marler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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A show about language, linguistics and people who love both!A Language I Love Is... (ALILI) broadcasts linguistic joy and shares expert insights into the languages of the world. It's a simple formula: one host, one guest, one language, and three key questions:1) What is your story and connection to this language?2) What do you love about this language?3) What is something you want the audience to know about this language?Through informative interviews and casual conversations, ALILI fulfills its mission: to share the linguistic love with all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.