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Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing

QuickAndDirtyTips.com

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Five-time winner of Best Education Podcast in the Podcast Awards. Grammar Girl provides short, friendly tips to improve your writing and feed your love of the English language. Whether English is your first language or your second language, these grammar, punctuation, style, and business tips will make you a better and more successful writer. Grammar Girl is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast.
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This is a podcast focused on identifying and tackling issues ranging from political, youth based issues, social issues and everything that is of great interest to the average individual....Available every second and last fridays in every month! Anticipate🥰
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Chat & Bother

Don and Eva Wilson

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Are you tired of no one responding to your Tweets, Facebook posts, WhatsApp, or group chat messages? Do you start your day by chatting with friends on social media or checking the group chat for a great discussion? Eva does. Every morning she wakes up her husband Don (much too early for his liking) with pop culture, internet drama, nostalgia, and what's new, next, and "nah." Each week on Chat & Bother, Black, Gen X husband and wife conversation starters, Don and Eva discuss a question or top ...
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Unapologetically Mahogany

Unapologetically Mahogany

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Welcome to Unapologetically Mahogany. This is a real, raw, uncut podcast where I talk about it all. I'm dope, hilarious and bring good energy so if that's what you're about then I encourage you to stay for a while. Whether you're sipping on a bottle of bubbly, or water....because you know you need some H20 in your life....then go ahead and get you a little something something. These episodes are entertaining so if you're ready to vibe out to my crazy shenanigans, eventful story times and opi ...
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Subtle Slay Podcast

Subtle Slay

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Subtle Slay is an unfiltered girl talk about travel, relationships, friendships, entertainment, politics, education and life as millennial women Hosts Janae Denise Instagram: vivalabombshell_ Twitter: Vivalabombshell Tiffany Chanelle Instagram: ms.tiffannychanelle Need advice? Send your questions to subtleslaypodcast@gmail.com
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LET'S TALK, SIS

Shekinah

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This podcast for your entertainment, education and experience. Let’s Talk, Sis will be your essential girl talk destination. We’re gonna talk about everything from the perspective of black women. I can assure you we’re a community for growth and love, sit back relax and LET'S TALK, Sis !
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To Rise Up basically means to come to the surface to ascend I also relates to waking up or Becoming Woke! That’s exactly what this podcast is for helping you Stay Woke as well as Ascending to new place within yourself as well as in your goals and aspirations while bringing some uncomfortable topics of conversation to the Surface! See how I did that lol If you haven’t already, please give us a quick review and rating on iTunes, and don’t forget you can follow us on Facebook, IG, and Twitter I ...
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The Swirl World Podcast

The Swirl World.com Podcast focuses on interracial and intercultural dating

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Entertaining, informative, inspiring and educational conversations with Swirlers - men and women involved in interracial and intercultural relationships, specifically dating and marriage. We celebrate diversity in the human experience. TheSwirlWorld.com hosts Michelle Matthews Calloway and Adrienne London Leach feature guests discussing topics of interest on dating, marriage, parenting, entrepreneurship, business, education, health and everything in between. The Swirl World: Interracial. Div ...
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Twisted Talks Podcast

@lalalenci @yeahthatsnelly

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What’s Up! It’s LENCI & NELLY ❤️‍🔥 Welcome to our Podcast🤗 Where we discuss Life topics & lessons! But it’s FUNNY AF 🤪 We don’t take things too serious over her! So let’s have some laughs and enjoy TWISTED TALKS 🎙️with NELLY & LENCI 💥 a.k.a LETS TALK ABOUT IT 🥂 Please Like , Comment & Subscribe so we can Talk about it 💬 INSTAGRAM @letus_talkaboutit @yeahthatsnellyy @lalaLenci
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Charm School Dropout

Jesucita Rey

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Unapologetic girl power advocate. Sick of fabulous ladies being treated like an afterthought? Same here. Brace yourself, because I'm about to remind you that you're not just amazing; you're a freakin' force to be reckoned with! 💪👑 No more sending our girls out into the world unprepared – we've got the tools, the sass, and the ambition to conquer everything life throws our way. Screw anyone who doubts it! Let the haters hate; I'm your personal cheerleader, serving up daily reminders that you' ...
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Man Crush Mondays is the podcast made for and by Black professional Millennial men, with insight from dynamic women along the way. Each week, NYC photographers and entrepreneurs Joe, Pete, Rome, and Karl discuss any and everything from the Black man's perspective, giving advice and insight where they can -- while occasionally getting checked by one another and their rotating cast of guests with expertise in various areas. Join us as the guys have real talk on everything from sex & relationsh ...
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The Seas Speak

shebvon e askew

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Imma fat girl livin’ in a Skinny World, holla if ya hear me! This is what I say to myself each morning before I leave for work. I am met by women who see me and see a non-threatening happy face. By others, they ask why don’t I smile but never ask me how do I feel. So I’ve learned to look to God and be content within and let my words define my path . Feel what I say and feel your own way to inner peace and happiness . Love what you hear ? Then leave a voicemail review, share it, and talk abou ...
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The MD Girlfriends Experience

Dr. Joy Cooper & Dr. Tia Jackson-Bey

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The MD Girlfriends Experience is a podcast of two doctor girlfriends, Dr. Joy Cooper & Dr. Tia Jackson-Bey, who want to share their wealth of knowledge in women's health with the world. At the MD Girlfriends Experience, we don't have patients; we have girlfriends. That is how dearly we think of those we care for and how we address them here. Listen if you want the tea on all things healthy and fabulous as it relates especially to Black women.
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Not every fan has someone to rant with when it comes to K-pop - so we're bringing the discussions to you! We are Amanda and Nathalie, a married couple that created K!Junkies on YouTube in 2015. Being long-time K-Pop fans since 2010, we have been dedicated to knowing anything and everything about K-pop through its generations, and the genre has served as a pivotal role within our relationship for 10 years. Join us in Talk!That as we talk about anything and everything K-Pop! Listen in on their ...
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1013. How can fiction writers create diverse, authentic characters without relying on stereotypes? Alex Temblador, author of "Writing An Identity Not Your Own," tackles this question and more. Learn about the importance of community engagement in research, the pitfalls of overemphasizing certain character traits, and techniques for editing with an …
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1012. Most words are different in different languages, but water from steeped leaves has only two main names: tea and chai. We look at why! Also, if you've ever mixed up words, like calling a butterfly a "flutterby," you'll love learning about what these slips of the tongue tell us about how we form sentences. The "tea" segment was written by Valer…
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1011. This week, we look at language patterns that may indicate someone is lying, such as how often they say "um" and the diversity of the words they use. Then we tease out the difference between being legendary, famous, infamous, and notorious. The "language of lying" segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguistics at the Unive…
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1010. We'd never be accused of belling the cat, but we did let our curiosity get the best of us when sniffing around common cat-related idioms. Plus, little did we know that we're already in Augtober and Summerween! Grab a pumpkin-spiced treat and come on an adventure through the looking glass to learn about portmanteau words. The "cat idoims" segm…
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What do you do when your spouse wakes you up and asks you to install the ESPN app on her iPad? You install it - no questions asked. Unless you don't want to watch a documentary at 5 am and discuss it. Then you ask as many questions as possible. On the episode, Don and Eva discuss the 30 for 30 Shorts documentary "Strike Team." As strategists by tra…
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1009. If you think apostrophes are confusing today, wait until you hear how people used them 100s of years ago! Ammon Shea has some wild stories. Plus, should you use "first," "second," and "third" or "firstly," "secondly," and "thirdly"? Ammon Shea is the author of "Bad English," "Reading the OED." 🔗 Share your familect recording in a WhatsApp cha…
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1008. We look at why you have to use "the" before some nouns and not others, and then we dive into the science behind why rhymes stick in our memory and how they can even influence our beliefs. The "articles before nouns" segment was written by Neal Whitman, an independent writer and consultant specializing in language and grammar and a member of t…
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1007. Why do Adele and Susan Boyle sound American when they sing? We have answers. Plus, with all the talk about "weird" lately, we think it's time to examine the old "I before E except after C" rule that has so many exceptions it's hardly a rule at all — until you add W for "weird." The singing segment is written by Susan K. Herman, a former multi…
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1006. We look at why the pronoun "I" seems to take plural verbs, and then we talk about a grammar topic that's in the news: how to make names that end in S (like Harris and Biles) possessive. | Share a recording of your familect story with me on WhatsApp, Threads, Instagram, or Mastodon. | Edited transcript with links: https://grammar-girl.simpleca…
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1005. You asked, so I have a brief history of English from invading Germanic tribes to the Modern English era. We talk about Vikings, the Norman Conquest, the Black Death, the Tyndale Bible, the printing press, and more. | Share a recording of your familect story with me on Threads, Instagram, or Mastodon. | Edited transcript with links: https://gr…
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1004. This week, Karen Yin, author of "The Conscious Style Guide," discusses the concept of conscious language and its importance in promoting equity and respect. We explore the differences between conscious language and political correctness, the evolution of the singular "they," and how to navigate language change. Karen also shares insights on a…
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1003. This week, we look at zero — what a weird number! It has two plurals, sometimes you use the word and sometimes you use the numeral, and it gave rise to a bunch of idioms in the World War II era. Then we turn our attention to email. Generational differences can lead to misunderstandings. We explain why and how to avoid them. | Edited transcrip…
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Richard Simmons, Shannen Doherty, Dr. Ruth Westheimer... and more celebrities from our youth passed away in the last few days. What does that say about us? Are we not long for this world? In this episode, Don and Eva discuss how they feel when a beloved or at least well-known celebrity from their formative years passes away. From the nostalgia of c…
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1002. This week, Mignon talks with author Martha Brockenbrough about the good and bad sides of using artificial intelligence for writing and education, including ethical concerns about using AI-generated content, strategies for teaching writing in the age of AI, and the potential effects on teachers' jobs. Martha's new book, "Future Tense": https:/…
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1001. This week, we explore the often-overlooked rules for ordering adjectives in English and when to use commas between them. Then, spurred by a recent shout-out at a Taylor Swift concert in Australia, we look at the rise of the phrase "yeah-nah" (and its American cousin "yeah-no"). | Edited transcript with links: https://grammar-girl.simplecast.c…
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Don and Eva are live in New Orleans! In this episode, Don and Eva discuss the food they have had in New Orleans and debate the merits of having dessert for breakfast. They are in New Orleans to compete in the Essence Film Festival Podcast Competition. They were first named finalists, and then an official selection, meaning that they will present th…
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1000. In this special 1000th episode, I take the hot seat to answer your questions. Hear what made the first year of the podcast so wild, what I wish I had done differently, what mistakes I still make, how I still find fresh topics after all these years, and the title of my secret dream show (hint: it involves penguins!). It's a celebration of lang…
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999. This week, we look at what shaped early American English, from Native American words to Noah Webster's spelling reforms. Then, we explore phrasal verbs, looking at their grammatical peculiarities and some tips to distinguish them from other types of verbs. The "American English" segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguisti…
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998. This week, I talked with Samantha and Greg Enslen, who recently purchased their hometown newspaper, the "Tippecanoe Gazette" in Tipp City, Ohio. Sam and Greg shared how they are making it work, from updating antiquated systems to expanding news coverage and readership. We also discussed balancing print and digital content, the challenges of ad…
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997. This week, I help you learn (and remember!) the difference between "which" and "that" with practical tips and examples about cupcakes. Then, we take a linguistic stroll through walking-related terms, including "perambulate," "sashay," and "traipse." The "words for walking" segment was written by Michaela Dunn, a Wyoming-based editor and publis…
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996. This week, you'll learn about the rich linguistic history of African American English with Dr. Sonja Lanehart, an advisor to the Oxford Dictionary of African American English. We talked about what goes into making an entirely new dictionary and about some of the first entries, including "kitchen," "Aunt Hagar's Children," and "do rag." Find Dr…
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995. This week, we look at when to use parentheses, dashes, and commas and how the choice can change the tone of your writing. Then, we dive into the history of words for describing a big fuss — "kerfuffle," "hullabaloo," "hoopla," and more. The "big fuss" segment was written by Samantha Enslen, who runs Dragonfly Editorial. You can find her at Dra…
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What was your first job? Do you do anything remotely related to that job today? In this episode, Don and Eva share intimate details from their first jobs. From working in the family businesses to working at nightclubs, these two have had some really interesting places of employment. Have you? Can you top the jobs that Don and Eva had as teens? Wher…
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994. This week, I sat down with the prolific "Dune" author Kevin J. Anderson and the famed "Dune" narrator Scott Brick to explore the language challenges in the "Dune" series. Learn how Kevin and Scott navigated Frank Herbert's original vocabulary, stayed true to the cultural influences of the names and terms, and created an extensive pronunciation…
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993. This week, we cover the strategic use of sign language by the Bene Gesserit in the 'Dune' movies, including its importance in covert communication. Then, we look at the many words for 'father' and their historical and linguistic significance, from early baby talk to more formal terms for adults. Dune sign language supercut video: https://youtu…
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So your daughter wants to be a white girl, but she is unmelanated. Your son wants to be a rapper, but you don't see that as a viable career path. What do you do? On this episode, Don and Eva discuss the right and wrong ways to support your child's endeavors when you don't agree with their... ahem... uh... Validity? Viability? Sensibility? Yeah. One…
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992. What began as a simple word game in 1913 sparked a nationwide craze just a decade later, causing a moral panic and changing American publishing forever. This week, Ben Zimmer, a prolific crossword constructor and language commentator, takes us through the crossword puzzle's surprising early history and enduring legacy. He also explores the mod…
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991. This week, we trace the origin and meaning of the word "dog," from its mysterious beginning to its current use in phrases like "hot dog" and "hair of the dog." Then we go through the "audience of one" concept, which involves tailoring content to a single, imagined recipient; and we look at how this approach can make your writing more understan…
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Remember that episode of the C*sby Show when Vanessa ran off with her friends to have "big fun" at the Wretched concert in Baltimore and got into all sorts of trouble? What did you do to have fun when you were a teenager? We promise we won't tell. In this episode, Eva and Don talk about their teen years in Delaware and South Carolina, and what they…
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990. Have you ever wondered why English doesn't have gender like Spanish and French? Which languages are the hardest to learn (and why)? And why a Q is always followed by a U? We have the answers to those questions and more this week from Paul Anthony Jones, author of "Why is this a question?" | Find Paul Anthony Jones at https://www.paulanthonyjon…
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989. What is a word? Does "that's" count as one word or two? In this excerpt from Paul Anthony Jones' new book "Why Is This a Question," we look at how things like plurals, compound words, and contractions make defining the word "word" a tricky exercise. | Find Paul Anthony Jones at https://www.paulanthonyjones.com/ | Edited transcript with links: …
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Polka dots, rayon shirts, and short-alls, OH MY! The 80s, 90s, and 2000s are back in style, so it is hard to really regret our decisions, but in this episode, Don and Eva share just a few items that they wish they hadn't insisted on rocking in their teens. Where to find us: Instagram - @chatandbother Facebook Page - @chatandbother YouTube - @chatan…
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988. Peter Sokolowski, an editor at Merriam-Webster, goes through the fascinating history of the Armed Services Editions, a series of books published during World War II for distribution among the troops. We look at the special problems of wartime publishing, the collaborative efforts among publishers, and the lasting influence of these books on th…
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987. This week, we look at why people sometimes double their subjects, writing sentences such as "John, he bought a car," and when it's OK (and not OK) to do so. Plus, we talk about the medial S, a strange F-like letter that makes an S-sound and shows up in old documents. We look at how it came to be, its role in English typography, and what made i…
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Eva made what seemed like a simple anniversary post on Facebook that turned out to not be so simple to her friends and family. The reactions sparked a conversation about agency, being an introvert, accepting quirks, and respecting boundaries. On this episode of Chat and Bother, Eva and Don discuss their personality differences and how those differe…
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What made Marjorie Taylor Green think she could come for Rep Jasmine Crockett and survive? Did we learn nothing from the Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef? *sigh* In this bonus episode, we talk about our experiences with people writing checks their 🍑 can't cash, and getting publicly eviscerated. We mention a very funny human that you should check out o…
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986. Erin Brenner, author of "The Chicago Guide for Freelance Editors," shares time-saving tips including the best practices for using Word, creating macros, and using automation tools like Zapier. You'll also learn about starting and growing a freelance business, including how to figure out what to charge, how to make ends meet at the beginning, a…
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985. This week, we look at the world of whimsical words, including the origins and meanings of terms like "dinkus," "gadzook," "petrichor" and the phrase "whim-wham for a goose's bridle." Plus, I have a quick tip about when to capitalize "mom" and "dad." The "weird words" segment was written by Michaela Dunn, a Wyoming-based editor and publisher fo…
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Chat & Bother is back for season two! In this episode, Don and Eva deliver the results of the Q&A Sunday polls on Instagram, talk about Brian McKnight's decision to cut off his kids from his previous marriage, calling them "products of sin," and discuss how cutting off family members the right way can lead to a more peaceful life. Do you think peop…
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984. This week, we talk about the subtle differences between words such as "stock" or "broth," "street" or "boulevard," "maze" or "labyrinth" and more with Eli Burnstein, author of "The Dictionary of Fine Distinctions." Confusion about colors got him started on this path, but along the way, he gained insights into language, culture, and the subtle …
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983. This week, we explore "skunked" words — terms going through hotly disputed meaning changes. We look at the debate between prescriptivists who stick to traditional meanings and descriptivists who accept new usages and what you should do with these words in your own writing. Plus, we learn how using "we" versus "I" alters perceptions of leadersh…
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982. This week, we delve into the fascinating world of Old English with medievalist Hana Videen, author of "The Deorhord." We'll uncover the secrets of Old English animal names, from "walking weaver" for spider to the ominous "unland" for a whale's deceptive island. Find Hana Videen at https://OldEnglishWordhord.com/ | Edited transcript with links:…
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981. Major style guides now have advice on when and how you should cite AI chatbots such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. We look at what you need to include in your writing so you're handling this kind of information credibly and professionally. Then, we take a linguistic safari through the world of animal terminology, including the histories and n…
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You win some, and you learn some! Join hosts Eva and Don in a candid and humorous chat about winning and losing. In this episode of Chat and Bother, Eva and Don share personal anecdotes that illustrate how they've coped with both victory and defeat, the valuable lessons learned from their mistakes, the resilience gained from overcoming challenges, …
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980. This week, I talk with with Anne Curzan about the fascinating world of language evolution, her new book, "Says Who? A Kinder, Funner Usage Guide for Everyone Who Cares About Language," and why linguists should take marketing tips from Apple and why Ben Franklin thought the word "colonize" was bad. | Edited transcript with links: https://gramma…
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979. In the first segment, we unravel the mysteries surrounding the origins and transformation of punctuation. From the early days when words ran together without spaces, to the introduction of punctuation systems by scholars like Aristophanes, we explore how punctuation has played a pivotal role in shaping written communication. In the second segm…
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This episode is definitely giving righteous and ratchet. Me and my good Sis are talking about everything from the pros and cons of Aunt Flo to weather or not we agree with Amanda Seales. And things really get real when we start talking about our dating lives. You don’t wanna miss this! #Podcast #LetsTalkSis #LetsTalkSisPodcast #NewEpisode #Streamin…
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978. Join Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author, Charles Duhigg, as we talk about mastering the art of communication and his new book, "Supercommunicators." We explore the skills anyone (yes, you!) can learn to become a powerful communicator. Learn about the science behind effective communication, from NASA's emotional intelligen…
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977. This week, we cover the latest AP Stylebook updates that were just revealed at the ACES conference. From the switch to Merriam-Webster to easing up on the word "unique," we look at what these changes mean for writers and editors. Plus, we explore "catawampus" thanks to its cameo in the "Curb Your Enthusiasm" finale. Learn about its quirky orig…
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