About this episode
Hello Language Lovers! In this episode of Speaking Tongues, we are so thrilled to welcome Cleyvis Natera, the acclaimed author of "Neruda on the Park" to talk about Dominican Spanish language and her latest novel "The Grand Paloma Resort" which is out August 12! Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in New York City, Cleyvis shares her journey as a writer and the cultural nuances of both places that inspire her work. In this conversation we discuss: ?? The vibrant expressions of Dominican Spanish and its unique characteristics including its joyous and humorous tones. ?? Some of the themes Cleyvis is approaching and exploring through her characters in the Grand Paloma ?? The interplay of privilege and hardship depicted in Caribbean tourism and how that impacts those of us with Caribbean heritage ?? The impact of tourism on the Dominican Republic, the intricate dynamics of life at a luxury resort, and the stories that often go untold. ?? Writing the Grand Paloma Hotel and what Cleyvis hopes that readers connect with through this story and its characters. Huge thank you to our friend Cleyvis for sharing “The Grand Paloma Resort” and your passion for Dominican culture and literature with us. If you enjoyed this episode of Speaking Tongues, please subscribe, rate, and review the Speaking Tongues Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and like and subscribe on YouTube so that other language lovers can find the show! You can now pledge ongoing support for the show on Buy Me a Coffee dot com or on Patreon dot com. And don’t forget to check out my food ‘zine of international language and cuisine, Taste Buds Vol 1., available for purchase now! Links to all platforms are below!To Connect with Cleyvis:Website: cleyvisnatera.comInstagram: @cleyvisnateraBuy The Grand Paloma Resort Here: https://bookshop.org/a/104518/9780593873267Connect with Speaking Tongues:Follow on IG: @speakingtonguespodFollow on Twitter: @stpodcasthostLike our Facebook Page: @speakingtonguespodSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJFOPq3j7wGteY-PjcZaMxgDid you enjoy this episode? Support Speaking Tongues on Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/speakingtonguesPledge ongoing monthly support. Join my Patreon:
