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This year in English class, I reflected on a time that changed my outlook on life. Based on The Moth Radio Hour, a radio and podcast show, the talk discusses a turning point in my life and reflects individuality.

What language are you speaking?

This question came to mind when brainstorming for my talk. A question I have heard many times as someone who speaks Hebrew. Although I have heard this question many times, one experience came to mind first.

All views expressed on content written for The Shofar represent the opinions and thoughts of the individual authors. The author biography represents the author at the time in which they were in BBYO.

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