“The Linguists” is a captivating and moving account of two researchers, David Harrison and Gregory Anderson, as they embark on a mission to record languages that are on the brink of disappearing. Their travels take them to Siberia, India, and Bolivia, where they face the challenges that threaten these languages, including racism, humiliation, and turbulent economic conditions. Throughout their journey, David and Greg delve into the core of the cultures, wisdom, and communities that stand to lose so much when a language fades away.