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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

In the1920s, the Olympic football competition was widely regarded as the World Championships for the game. Uruguay triumphed in both the 1924 and 1928 tournaments, & won the 1st World Cup in 1930. How did it happen? @drpetewatson.bsky.social discusses this on yourboystookahellofabeating.substack.com

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

If you are missing the World Cup or you are interested in football and Latin American countries, you can listen to Dr Pete Watson @drpetewatson.bsky.social being interviewed at “Corresponsales en línea” yesterday on radiocut.fm/radiostation...

SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Or maybe…the podcast 'Why can't England win?' Inthis episode, the focus is on the impact of memories, press narratives, identities and cultural values on World Cup performances, explaining defeat and victory, success and failure. Give it a listen on: open.spotify.com/episode/5Qoh...

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Missing the World Cup? Read: Colombia - whose shirt is it anyway? worldcupanalysis.ws/paris-2024/c... a short article where @drpetewatson.bsky.social discusses politics and the politicization of football around the presidential election for the World Cup analysis project.

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

If you are into Spanish cinema you should listen to the latest episode of Palomitas, with special guest @drpetewatson.bsky.social where he talks about Princesas by Fernando León de Aranoa, 2005. A film about sex work, race, migration, and labour. You can listen to it on: tinyurl.com/zc6vz9vv

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Last night we celebrated the project Researching Forgotten Stories of Latin American Sport. Led by @drpetewatson.bsky.social two students have recorded a podcast and 2 posters about their research. You can listen to it on: open.spotify.com/episode/11P6...

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

In this episode Dr Pete Watson discusses Fernando Trueba’s Oscar winning film Belle Epoque! Give it a listen and learn about this 992 little gem with a great cast!

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

In for a treat as the 230th episode of the podcast,🎙️ 'Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast’ is on You Tube now with an interview where Dr. Peter J. Watson @drpetewatson.bsky.social discusses the Colombian Futbol-1994 to the 2014 World Cup www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Cyx...

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Are you interested in Latin American football? Listen to this podcast where @drpetewatson.bsky.social discussed the cultural significance of Diego Maradona on the fifth anniversary of his death #football #Maradona #LatinAmericanFootball

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

The weekend is almost here and there’s plenty of activities to chose from! What will it be…a language taster, a concert, a language exchange? 😬 @lcsleeds.bsky.social #languages

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Our next film in the SPLAS Film Club is Mamífera on November 19th at 5pm. This is a film in Catalan. No need to book, just join us on the day at Parkinson Building 1.08! In collaboration with Institut Ramon Llul @lcsleeds.bsky.social

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Have you heard about the UK Linguistics Olympics? The UK Linguistics Olympiad is a national language-analysis competition for students in KS2-KS5. Free to enter! Want to know more? Sign up to our webinar: Monday 10th November at 7:30: Book here: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/intro...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Ever wondered what your favourite book looks like? Bring your most-loved book and join us for couple hours where stories leap from the page onto the canvas. In partnership with For Women by Women Book Club – Leeds and My Color My Heart. How to book: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/pages...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

In early November, children walking with lanterns can be spotted in Austria, Germany and Switzerland. The German Saturday School in Leeds (DSSL) invites families with younger children to make their own lanterns, & go for a short walk! This Saturday: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/activ...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Would you want your students to try a new language?Leeds City of Languages are offering fantastic language workshops delivered by academics in local schools. Language tasters with their description and their availability on: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/schools/ #leedscityoflanguages #languages

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

David Binns, Director of Operations for Sanako UK & Ireland, has now delivered well in excess of 500 inspirational career talks to students stressing the importance of a second language. To book an inspirational talk, visit: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/programme/sa... @sanako-uk.bsky.social

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

The ties between Leeds and its twin city Dortmund are of long standing. The Anglo-German Society in Dortmund has developed special online German courses. Find out more on Thursday 13th November 2025 at 4pm. Free webinar. Booking Required via: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/webin...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Multilingual students are a powerful asset. Yoshito Darmon-Shimamori, author, teacher & consultant, shares practical tools to empower EAL learners, develop a global mindset that values multilingualism. Thursday 13th Nov at 7pm. Free Webinar. Booking: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/webin...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Does German really sound aggressive? Why do some people find the sound of French romantic and sexy? And how about the friendly-sounding Geordies? In this talk we will explore where these attitudes come from and if there is any truth. Booking on: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/programme/ta...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

Would you like to understand the EAL label? In this webinar Prof Cecile de Cat will talk about the complex realities of EAL children and how teachers can learn to support these pupils. For more info and how to sign up: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/webin... #leedscityoflanguages #eal

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

Do you like Brazilian music? Isabella Bretz and Rodrigo Lana present an intimate voice and piano concert, bringing together their own songs and interpretations of artists who have shaped their musical journey. Free/Pay as you feel Book on: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/conce...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

Michael Slavinsky is the founder of Languages For All, a charity which exists increase the number of modern language students at A-level and degree level from state schools. He will talk about how school collaborations! Free but booking required: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/webin...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

What could I do with a foreign language? Languages open doors in different contexts, such as in International Development, Sports Science, Teaching, Nursing or Medicine, beyond the expected countries where your specific language is spoken. Booking: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/talk-...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

In collaboration with @trumanbooks.bsky.social you can attend dual language Storytime for under 5s in Spanish 🇪🇸 and French 🇫🇷. No need to book just come along on Thursday 14th or Tuesday 18th November and join the fun! @lcsleeds.bsky.social #languages #mfl #leedscityoflanguages

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

Did you know that Leeds City of Languages are offering fantastic language workshops delivered by our Academics in local schools for Key Stages 3, 4 & 5. For a list of Language tasters, & their availability check on: artsoutreach.leeds.ac.uk/our-subjects... #languages @lcsleeds.bsky.social

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

How can the study of languages & global cultures help you to stand out in the job market? Thursday 13th November @ 4pm. Free Webinar. Booking required: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/talk-... This talk will reflect on why employers value foreign language skills and inter-cultural awareness.

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Would you like to see coins with hundreds of years form the University of Leeds Special Collections? This talk on coins, power and languages, by Dr Sam Gartland from Classics, is for you! Very limited spaces. Book here: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/talk-... #leedscityoflanguages

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

#Multilingualism is an asset! Join us for this free webinar by Yoshito Darmon-Shimamori Booking required: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/webin... #leedscityoflanguages #languages #mfluenc

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

Dr Pete Watson discusses the various meanings, symbolisms and power of football in Colombia over the last decade, from the 2014 Men’s World Cup to the 2023 Women’s World Cup and asks: “What power does football really have?” Booking info on: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/talk-... #languages

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

In early November, children walking with lanterns can be spotted in Austria, Germany and Switzerland. The German Saturday School Leeds (DSSL) invites families with younger children to find out more about this tradition. All families are welcome!: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/activ...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

University of Leeds Libraries, in partnership with Leeds City of Languages and the Knowledge Equity Network, invites you to join an in-person event to translate Wikipedia! Booking required and limited spaces: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/programme/wo... #languages #wikipedia #translation

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Leeds International Film Festival is back tomorrow! As part of our collaboration, you can catch Dr Peter Haysom-Rodríguez talking about Bye Bye Brasil on Monday. For more info on this screening check: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/bye-b... @lcsleeds.bsky.social

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

More Brazilian cinema! Why not explore ” Macunaíma”, part of a special section on Brazilian film on the move! Dr Victoria Adams, from the Centre for World Cinemas and Digital Cultures, will introduce the film on this screening. For more information: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/programme/ma...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Pages and brushes: a celebration of visual language. Saturday 22nd November. Booking Required. This is more than just a painting experience, it’s a journey into your favourite story! How to book: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/pages... In partnership with For Women by Women Book Club

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AULC - Association of University Language Communities @aulc.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

We’re now on Bluesky! We’re the AULC — a network of university language centres in the UK and Ireland. Follow us for updates, events, and discussions on language learning, teaching innovation, and cultural exchange. aulc.org 🌍 #AULC #LanguageLearning #HigherEd #Languages

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

The Leeds Chinese Community School will open its doors on Sunday 23rd November to celebrate languages and culture. Join us for Mandarin and Cantonese tasters, a Spanish taster, Chinese dance, and calligraphy & painting workshops. For more info: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/manda...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

We will be holding a dual language Story & Rhyme session in Polish at Beeston Library. Join us for a fun session, sharing stories and rhymes in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. For under 5s and their grown ups. No need to book, just turn up! In collaboration with the Polish Community Centre.

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

We will be holding a dual language Story & Rhyme session in Portuguese at Farsley Library. Join us for a fun session, sharing stories and rhymes in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. For under 5s and their grown ups. No need to book, just turn up! In collaboration with the Instituto Camões.

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Interested in Spanish? Look at the upcoming events that our partner, Instituto Cervantes, is offering! 🖥️ Online Taster Classes 🏫 Face-to-Face Taster Classes 📝 Spanish Level Tests And a wonderful concert with Luma Trio! Book your tickets 👇: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/conce... #Spanish

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 26/10/2025

Does #German really sound aggressive? Why do some people find the sound of #French romantic and sexy? And how about the friendly-sounding Geordies? Join us for a public lecture by Prof Sascha Stollhans. 👉 Find out more: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/talk-... @saschastollhans.bsky.social

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

In 2020, during lockdown, photographic artist Alan Ward bought 7 German negatives from the First World War. This workshop will present some of Alan’s work and the responses of the inhabitants of Grandpré. Free. Booking required: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/inter...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 26/10/2025

Join us for the webinar: What languages can do for you: Opportunities across the globe. Dr Peter Haysom-Rodríguez will discuss how the study of #languahes and global cultures can help you stand out in the job market! Booking required: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/talk-... #employability

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 26/10/2025

The UK Linguistics Olympiad is a national language-analysis competition for students in KS2-KS5. Free to enter, the UKLO contains language puzzles that provides an opportunity to apply formal reasoning from STEM subjects. This online session for teachers will outline how the UKLO works. #languages

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 26/10/2025

Fancy a taste of #Portuguese language? Join our free online Portuguese taster session. Booking required: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/disco... Session organised by the Camões Centre for Portuguese Language at the University of Leeds and delivered by Carmem Mackle (Lecturer in Portuguese).

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 26/10/2025

Webinar: Oracy is for everyone, by Prof Stephen Coleman. For teachers & youth workers. Oracy is about enabling every young person to leave school with the confidence to speak for themselves so they can flourish as human beings. Booking required: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/webin...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

Have you heard of a 'Somali village' in Bradford? Come and explore a disturbing yet surprising form of cultural encounter. Talk: Racial hierarchy in Edwardian Yorkshire: Bradford's Somali Village of 1904, by Prof Fozia Bora #Somalia #Bradford #Culture #History #LeedsCityofLanguages

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 26/10/2025

Dr Pete Watson discusses the various meanings, symbolisms and power of football in Colombia over the last decade, from the 2014 Men’s World Cup to the 2023 Women’s World Cup and asks: “What power does football really have?” More info on: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/talk-... #languages

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