# The truth about the Tibetan language

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Podcast: [The Bridge to China](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bridge-to-china-4605491)
Published: 2026-05-19T23:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/the-bridge-3/episodes/the-truth-about-the-tibetan-language
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## Resource

We interview Canadian author and journalist Arnold August, about his trip to Lhasa. We discuss the Tibetan language, culture, and identity from the perspective of two Western journalists who visit the region. What’s the truth about Tibetan? Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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