Why Speaking “Perfect English” Is Still Not Enough
Why speaking perfect English is still not enough to avoid bias. Learn how language, accent, and identity shape belonging in America.
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Code-Switching Explained: Why It’s Emotional Labor
Code-switching explained: why adjusting how you speak is emotional labor, and how language, identity, and bias intersect in everyday life.
José Martínez Joins WEEU’s “Feedback” to Talk Storytelling and Identity
Emmy-winning journalist and author José Martínez joins Toni Reece on WEEU’s “Feedback” show to talk storytelling, identity, and his powerful debut book Your English Is Great, But… now available on Amazon.
What It Means to Be Bilingual in the United States
What it means to be bilingual in the United States, from identity and opportunity to bias, pressure, and belonging.
How Language Shapes Identity in America
How language shapes identity in America, influencing belonging, power, and perception. Learn how language defines who is seen and heard.
A Small Ask, If You’ve Read the Book
A quiet invitation to readers of Your English Is Great, But… to leave an honest review and help an independent book keep traveling.
Why Accents Are Used to Measure Intelligence
Why are accents used to measure intelligence? Learn how accent bias, stereotypes, and power shape perceptions of intelligence.
Accent Bias in the Workplace: What Research Shows
Accent bias in the workplace affects hiring, pay, and promotions. Here’s what research shows about accent discrimination and professional bias.
Examples of Language Discrimination in Everyday Life
Real examples of language discrimination in everyday life, from workplaces to schools. Learn how accent bias and language inequality show up daily.
Behind the Scenes: Writing Your English Is Great, But…
I didn’t set out to write a book. I set out to make sense of things — grief, identity, the sharp edges of memory — and ended up with a … Continue reading Behind the Scenes: Writing Your English Is Great, But…
3 Things You Might Not Know About Your English Is Great, But…
1️⃣It started as a journal I kept during lunch breaks in New York. What began as scribbled reflections turned into stories about language, identity, and navigating the world in Spanglish. … Continue reading 3 Things You Might Not Know About Your English Is Great, But…
Café con José: Closing 2025
Mi gente, If this year had a soundtrack, it would be full of shifts. Songs you didn’t expect to love. Pauses that taught you to listen. And maybe a few … Continue reading Café con José: Closing 2025
