The Fascinating History of Sign Language

This feels like old Rogan, where he has a guest who's able to tell us about a very fascinating topic. We just sit back and be entertained

These are the types of interviews that got me into JR. An extremely knowledgeable, well spoken expert talking about something they are passionate about.

There’s nothing more refreshing than hearing someone know what they’re talking about and also being passionate about it.

My sister was born deaf. She’s had a vastly different life than everyone else I know. My family is very musical, it’s weird knowing she can’t hear anything we play. She struggles with maintaining any relationships because people simply can’t relate to her and vice versa. People were absolutely evil to her in high school and taunted her on early Facebook, telling her to kill herself. Treat your fellow humans kindly, friends.

Man this is the best clip I've seen in a while. I learned a TON in 15 minutes that I have somehow never heard in my entire life! Well done, and what a fantastic guy to interview!

This guest’s enthusiasm and passion was insane! You can see it just carrying his story.

I had a design firm and hired 2 deaf employees. Every Friday, I stopped work and they would teach the rest of us ASL. My whole office was fluent. One of them was born deaf, the other lost his hearing as a young child. The one that lost his as a child was a bull rider, would go dancing, heavily engaged in society. The other one..I asked him if he could get implants if he would get them and he said, no. Fascinating experience and people. Edit: I did not realize so many had reacted to my comment! So, of course they were paid and they were very happy, productive and highly competent employees. We had a positive, healthy workforce. No client issues with deadlines..that's just a ridiculous comment because anyone working in a deadline oriented business knows how to schedule. I completely appreciate the positive feedback! ❤️

Took 4 semesters of ASL changed my entire mindset, the culture the language is a hidden gem.

The pastor of my church adopted a deaf boy. The whole family learned sign language. His wife signs all events their son attends. I have tremendous respect for her ability to translate so fast. It’s not easy work.

I am an ASL teacher with a Deaf husband and I NEED this clip without the curse words to show my students! This is a great explanation of the history at ASL!