Listen to the Linguists
Hear directly from the linguists and language professionals shaping the field today, in a new conversation every week hosted by Joana Fehr. Linguistics in Action gives linguists a voice to share their journeys, expertise, insights, and advice, while exploring the many ways linguistic knowledge can be put into practice. Each episode follows a different linguist’s career, delves into their work, and looks ahead to how they envision the future of linguistics in their domain. Listen to their stories, learn from their experiences, and discover where linguistics can take you!
Lexi Slome
Based in Philadelphia (U.S.), Lexi uses her background in sociolinguistics, courtroom discourse, and trial consulting to understand how story, discourse, and juror psychology shape decision-making in the courtroom. Lexi and Joana discuss the ins and outs of working as an associate trial consultant, from Lexi’s work at Taylor Trial Consulting in Philadelphia to the research and analytical skills her role requires. They also explore how linguists can communicate their skills and expertise in ways that employers understand and value, and what a career in trial consulting can look like.
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Nick Glasson
Based in Cambridge (U.K.), Nick uses his background in language testing and interactional competence to shape how language abilities are understood and evaluated. Nick and Joana discuss the world of language assessment, from Nick’s work at Cambridge University Press & Assessment to the research and expertise behind designing language tests. They explore how assessments can better reflect real-world communication, the importance of interaction and inclusivity, and how AI and new technologies may reshape language assessment in the years to come.
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Caitlin Bertolino
Based in Washington, D.C., Caitlin uses her background in statistics, intelligence, and psychology to understand the nuances of criminogenic behavior within the Metropolitan Police Department. Caitlin and Joana discuss crime analysis, from Caitlin’s background in forensic psychology to her work with the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, D.C. They explore the research, analytical, and critical-thinking skills that can open doors in the field, the connections between linguistics, communication, and criminal justice, and the diverse career paths within criminology.
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