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Who am I?
I'm a linguist and a co-host of the Because Language podcast. I like our show, but there are a lot of other great linguistic shows out there. I always enjoyed learning languages in high school and university. I minored in Spanish and Russian. But halfway through a class on Spanish phonology, I realised I really loved linguistics. The regular patterns of sound change! Seeing language as it moves through time! How people use it to convey, navigate, and perform their identity. I was hooked. One linguistics degree later, here I am, still trying to get to the bottom of this incredibly complicated thing that we do so automatically.
My Show
What is my podcast about and/or how does it relate to the playlist topic you chose?
Because Language is a show about linguistics, the science of language. We take on the big topics of how language works, and why it is the way it is, but we also bring news, games, and the dreaded Words of the Week.
What is my podcast playlist about?
These are the lingopods that I go to most often. I know these folks pretty well. We've done crossover episodes, we've had deep chats. But you'll love the shows even without knowing them personally, because they're just THAT DARN ENGAGING.
1. The Vocal Fries
Why this podcast?
Carrie and Megan tackle the vast and important area of language discrimination. It's just never-ending, and it's one of the areas where linguists can do the most good.
The Vocal Fries
The Vocal Fries
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The monthly podcast about linguistic discrimination. Learn about how we judge other people's speech as a sneaky way to be racist, sexist, classist, etc. Carrie and Megan teach you how to stop being an accidental jerk. Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/vocalfriespod
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How many episodes does The Vocal Fries have?
The Vocal Fries currently has 141 episodes available.
What topics does The Vocal Fries cover?
The podcast is about Language, Linguistics, Society & Culture, Podcasts, English, Education, Social Sciences, Science and Grammar.
What is the average episode length on The Vocal Fries?
The average episode length on The Vocal Fries is 54 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Vocal Fries released?
Episodes of The Vocal Fries are typically released every 14 days, 4 hours.
When was the first episode of The Vocal Fries?
The first episode of The Vocal Fries was released on Jul 15, 2017.
2. Lexitecture
Why this podcast?
I love etymology, and Ryan and Amy tackle it with a disarmingly joyous zest. The fun they're having is palpable.
Lexitecture
Ryan Paulsen and Amy Hanlon
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A Canadian (Ryan) and a Scot (Amy) talking about the words in the English language that fascinate them most at the moment, looking at their histories and origins and trying to piece together just how they got to where they are today. This is a podcast for anyone interested in etymology (the study of words and their origins/history). If you've ever found yourself happier after discovering some bizarre bit of trivia about a word that you hadn't even given a second thought to (such as how the word 'trivia' relates to its Latin components meaning "three roads"), this might just be the podcast for you.
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How many episodes does Lexitecture have?
Lexitecture currently has 140 episodes available.
What topics does Lexitecture cover?
The podcast is about Learning, Language, Literature, History, Podcasts, English and Education.
What is the average episode length on Lexitecture?
The average episode length on Lexitecture is 40 minutes.
How often are episodes of Lexitecture released?
Episodes of Lexitecture are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Lexitecture?
The first episode of Lexitecture was released on Mar 11, 2018.
3. Lingthusiasm - A podcast that's enthusiastic about linguistics
Why this podcast?
Gretchen and Lauren are incredibly knowledgable, and it's fun listening in on the kinds of conversations linguists have.
Lingthusiasm - A podcast that's enthusiastic about linguistics
Gretchen McCulloch and Lauren Gawne
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A podcast that's enthusiastic about linguistics by Gretchen McCulloch and Lauren Gawne. "A fascinating listen that will change the way you see everyday communications." –New York Times. "Joyously nerdy" –Buzzfeed. Weird and deep half-hour conversations about language on the third Thursday of the month. Listened to all the episodes here and wish there were more? Want to talk with other people who are enthusiastic about linguistics? Get bonus episodes and access to our Discord community at www.patreon.com/lingthusiasm Shownotes and transcripts: www.lingthusiasm.com
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How many episodes does Lingthusiasm - A podcast that's enthusiastic about linguistics have?
Lingthusiasm - A podcast that's enthusiastic about linguistics currently has 99 episodes available.
What topics does Lingthusiasm - A podcast that's enthusiastic about linguistics cover?
The podcast is about Podcasts and Science.
What is the average episode length on Lingthusiasm - A podcast that's enthusiastic about linguistics?
The average episode length on Lingthusiasm - A podcast that's enthusiastic about linguistics is 38 minutes.
How often are episodes of Lingthusiasm - A podcast that's enthusiastic about linguistics released?
Episodes of Lingthusiasm - A podcast that's enthusiastic about linguistics are typically released every 28 days, 1 hour.
When was the first episode of Lingthusiasm - A podcast that's enthusiastic about linguistics?
The first episode of Lingthusiasm - A podcast that's enthusiastic about linguistics was released on Dec 13, 2016.
4. A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over
Why this podcast?
There are so many common words and phrases that we just never wonder about. Grant and Martha open them up and get down to the history.
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over
Hosted by Martha Barnette and Grant Barrett. Produced by Stefanie Levine.
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Light-hearted conversation with callers from all over about new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, language change and varieties, as well as word histories, linguistics, regional dialects, word games, grammar, books, literature, writing, and more. Be a part of the show with author/journalist Martha Barnette and linguist/lexicographer Grant Barrett. Share your language thoughts, questions, and stories: https://waywordradio.org/contact or [email protected]. In the US 🇺🇸 and Canada 🇨🇦, call 1 (877) 929-9673 toll-free 24/7. In the UK 🇬🇧, 020 3286 5677. In México 🇲🇽, 55 8421 8567. Send a voice note or question via WhatsApp, 16198004443. From everywhere, call or text +1 (619) 800-4443. Past episodes, show notes, topic search, and more: https://waywordradio.org. A Way with Words is listener-supported! https://waywordradio.org/donate ❤️ Want to listen without ads? Subscribe here! https://awww.supportingcast.fm
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How many episodes does A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over have?
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over currently has 988 episodes available.
What topics does A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Language Learning, Podcasts and Education.
What is the average episode length on A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over?
The average episode length on A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over is 48 minutes.
How often are episodes of A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over released?
Episodes of A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over?
The first episode of A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over was released on Aug 1, 2007.
5. Accentricity
Why this podcast?
Our accents tell a lot about our history and our community. It's something about yourself that we can't help but reveal whenever we speak. I like the way that Sadie approaches these very personal stories.
Accentricity
Sadie Ryan
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Why do we love some accents and hate others? Why do we talk differently in different situations? Does learning a new language really teach you to think differently? In this linguistics podcast, I examine how the way we talk connects to who we are.
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How many episodes does Accentricity have?
Accentricity currently has 23 episodes available.
What topics does Accentricity cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Podcasts and Education.
What is the average episode length on Accentricity?
The average episode length on Accentricity is 34 minutes.
How often are episodes of Accentricity released?
Episodes of Accentricity are typically released every 14 days, 4 hours.
When was the first episode of Accentricity?
The first episode of Accentricity was released on Jan 20, 2020.
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