Lead Journal
Vol 5 No 1 (2026): Volume 5 Number 1 2026

THE USE OF CODE SWITCHING IN RAYMOND CHIN’S PODCAST “INDONESIAN SCHOOLS ARE BROKEN, THIS IS THE RADICAL FIX”

Aulia Putri (English Education Department, Muria Kudus University)
Ahdi Riyono (Universitas Muria Kudus, Indonesia)
Rusiana Rusiana (Universitas Muria Kudus, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the patterns, functions, and impacts of code switching in Raymond Chin’s podcast episode entitled “Indonesian Schools Are Broken, This Is the Radical Fix.” The research focuses on identifying the dominant types of code switching used, how they function in conveying messages, and the communicative impact on the audience. The theory of code switching patterns is based on Poplack (1980), the functional classification adopts Hoffmann’s framework, and the impacts of code switching used Das's theory. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method, with documentation and transcription as data collection techniques. The data were analyzed by categorizing code-switching occurrences and interpreting their functions in the context of the conversation. The results show that the most dominant pattern used is intra-sentential switching, reflecting the speakers’ natural bilingual ability. The primary function of code switching was to express social identity and adapt to the context. The impact observed was the demonstration of a multilingual identity and enhanced audience engagement. These findings highlight the role of code switching as a communicative strategy in modern digital media and how it reflects broader aspects of language and society.

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Journal Info

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lead

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Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

LEAD Journal is a semiannual publication for all those involved in English language education and development as a foreign language or as an international Lingua Franca. The Journal welcomes both research-based and theoretical development within the domains of English language teaching and learning, ...