Kouri-Vini 101
Kouri-Vini 101 is an engaging and educational series, hosted by international artist, producer, and Creole culture activist Clif St. Laurent, that demystifies Kouri-Vini, the endangered Creole language of Louisiana.
Blending history, linguistics, and myth-busting with practical lessons, the series equips viewers with a foundational understanding of the language through community engagement and interviews with native and fluent speakers in real-world contexts.
EPISODES
Episode 3 - Tense Markers - Past Present and Future
In episode 3 of Kouri-Vini 101 we explore tense markers! A very special thank you to Jennifer Gray of Bonne Terre Vacation Rentals.
Episode 2 - Sentence Structure and Personal Pronouns
In episode 2 of Kouri-Vini 101 we learn about the syntax (sentence structure) of Kouri-Vini. Clif St. Laurent meets Herbert Wiltz in the historic village of Vermilionville in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Episode 1 - The History and Development of Louisiana Creole + Greetings
In the premiere episode of Kouri-Vini 101, we dismantle the long-standing myth that Kouri-Vini originated from Haiti, exploring the true historical and linguistic roots of the language—while also teaching essential greetings and introductions.
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