Exploring Code Mixing in “What Will Tourism Look Like in The Future” Satuvision Podcast

Abstract

For adept multilingual speakers, code mixing—the fluid integration of two languages in a single utterance occurs effortlessly. Given its prevalence and significance in multilingual societies, interest in studying code mixing has surged recently. This research aims to investigate the types and motivations for code mixing in the discussion titled "What Will Tourism Look Like in the Future." Using a qualitative research design, the study applies (Muysken, 2000) classification to identify three forms of code mixing: insertion, alternation, and congruent lexicalization. Throughout her interviews, Gilda Sagrado frequently employs code mixing, primarily to assert her identity as a Balinese citizen and a notable figure in local politics. This approach not only personalizes her interaction with the interviewer but also underscores the effectiveness of code mixing as a powerful communication tool for conveying cultural concepts and identities while fostering rapport during discussions. The findings of this study have broader implications for understanding language dynamics and bilingualism in a diverse community like Bali. By examining how skilled multilingual speakers utilize code mixing, we can gain valuable insights into the sociolinguistic aspects of language use and intercultural communication.