Episode 33: Modern Slang: A Deep Dive into Language Evolution and Cultural Impact

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09/18/23 • 55 min

Buckle up for a wild ride through the world of modern slang with your hosts, Michele and Julee! Ever scratched your head over terms like 'Karen', 'Becky', or 'clap back'? We're here to unravel the mystery behind these buzzwords, offering you a fun-filled glimpse into how they've shaped our pop culture landscape. And trust us, this isn't just about words. It's about the cultural implications they carry, the laughs they incite, and the dialogue they provoke.
Explore with us the world of constantly evolving language, from the era-defining 'Generation X' to the colorful lingo of today, peppered with words like 'high-key', 'low-key', and 'sus'. The conversation gets even juicier when we tackle the 'ghosting' phenomenon, a term that's as intriguing as it is controversial. And don't sweat it if you've ever found yourself puzzled by 'woke', 'Bye, Felicia', 'No Cap', or 'Gucci'; we've got you covered on that front too!
But there's more to our playful banter than just dissecting slang. We dive into the realm of 'basic bitches', a phrase that's sparked as many smiles as it has raised eyebrows. We decipher the meanings behind 'basic bitch', 'blonde bougie btch', and the somewhat tongue-in-cheek 'so far from basic it's not even funny'. So, join us on this linguistic adventure and who knows, you might just stumble upon a few new phrases to pepper your own conversations. Let's get chatting, shall we?

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A Blonde A Brunette and a Mic - Episode 33: Modern Slang: A Deep Dive into Language Evolution and Cultural Impact

Transcript

Speaker 100:00:27.797

Hey everybody , it's Michelle .

Speaker 200:00:30.260

And this is Julie . Hi Michelle . Hi , jules , how's it going ? It's good , good . Hey , we're here on Labor Day weekend , I know , and for our audience , who knows how frustrated probably I can get those damn dogs

Speaker 200:00:44.899

I cannot keep them busy enough to keep them