Bill Starling goes Dutch

How Sir Thomas Browne of Norwich shaped and was shaped by language.

Kirsti Paul tells us how learning Dutch helps her to connect with her 'half Dutch, half English' daughter.

Norfolk boy done goodAs a teenager, Calvert Churchill left Norfolk for the cycle racing culture of Belgium. He's now attending Dutch classes in Norwich but longs to return one day to the land of friet, bier en wielrennen.

In 1565, Norwich was experiencing economic difficulties. Then came the "Strangers." In this episode, we explore the arrival of the Flemish and Walloon refugees fleeing religious persecution and economic hardship in the Low Countries.Music Credit: Tuordion by Milosz Sienkiewiczhttps://youtu.be/MP4knltb4gQ?si=DYB5PWFQH39f0Thx

In this episode, Rebecca Westmoreland tells us what she finds special about the Netherlands and the Dutch language.

Meet Conrad and Rosemary - a married couple embracing the experience of learning Dutch at evening class. Conrad is a polyglot with a legal background, while Rosemary is a violin teacher who speaks French and German. In this episode, we gain insight into their professional lives, study habits and the fun (and challenges) of learning a new language as a couple.

All Things Dutch is a new podcast presented by Christopher Joby. Whether you're curious about the Dutch culture, traditions and people or learning the Dutch language, this podcast is for you. Fun, informative and full of gezelligheid, it's the perfect companion for anyone with a love for all things Dutch! In this episode, Chris talks to one of his students about his surprising reasons for learning Dutch.

All Things Dutch is a new podcast presented by Christopher Joby. Whether you're curious about the Dutch culture, traditions and people or learning the Dutch language, this podcast is for you. Fun, informative and full of gezelligheid, it's the perfect companion for anyone with a love for all things Dutch! In this first episode Christopher speaks to one of his students about her experiences of learning Dutch.