Humorous Etymological Research Probing English Songs - A moderately researched, moderately funny chat show about popular music and language. We are a Podmoth Network podcast. more

From KMUW Studios and part of the NPR Podcast Network, You're Saying It Wrong is a podcast that looks at what we get wrong—and what we sometimes get right—when it comes to this English language. Hosted by KMUW's Fletcher Powell, each episode features a conversation with the sister and brother who wrote the book on it. Literally. You're Saying It Wrong: A Pronunciation Guide to the 150 Most Commonly Mispronounced Words and Their Tangled Histories of Misuse is by Kathryn Petras and Ross Petras.On June 24, 2022, You're Saying It Wrong received first place in Division B for Interview Podcasts from the Public Media Journalists Association. The awards recognize the best work in public media journalism from across the country.You're Saying It Wrong is available to public radio stations through PRX. more

That's What They Say is a weekly segment on Michigan Public that explores our changing language. Each week University of Michigan English Professor Anne Curzan will discuss why we say what we say with Michigan Public All Things Considered host Rebecca Kruth. more

International best-selling author and nomadic polyglot Benny Lewis shares his real experiences and advice while on-the-road about travel and language learning. Learn more at: https://www.fluentin3months.com/podcast/ more

Whole 9 Yards is a weekly podcast that will simultaneously educate, astonish, and amuse. Listen while we share equivocal research about the origin of words, phrases, and idioms we use every day. From the team at Big Science Pods, we bring you the whole 9 yards, the entire kit and caboodle, the whole shebang of this quick, entertaining look at our language and the history therein. Learn why we call New York 'The Big Apple,' what 'red-handed' REALLY means and why sometimes people are 'happy as a clam.' So, let's cut to the chase, if you jump on the bandwagon now, the first 100 subscribers will be entered to win a Big Science Snuggie. Have a question about an idiom? Wanna drop us a line because you think we're funny... or, not? Think we're mistaken about any information we've shared? Hit us up at heyyou@whole9yards.org. We're waiting with bated breath! more

Ønsker du å lære norsk på en morsom og engasjerende måte? Norskpodden gir deg spennende episoder om språk og kultur annenhver fredag! Perfekt for deg som vil forbedre norskkunnskapene dine uansett nivå. Utforsk mer på Lingu.no more

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. more

Welcome to our whimsical adventure of idioms and other turns of phrase. Each week, we delve into the origins of phrases to find out how they came into the English language. We tell the story of how the phrase got from its beginnings to where it is today. Shauna and Dan are two big nerds, so expect some geek culture references, random trivia facts, and loads of laughs! more

Words can be deceptive. Fear not, Matt & Dan are here to help. From the 'RADNESS' of 80's slang to the silliness and sometimes head scratching slang of today, we have you covered, 'NO CAP.' Hang Out With Your Slang Out podcast is your weekly update on all the insane words that fill our world, old and new, with a few surprises along the way. 'WORD.' Hosted by Matthew Keehen & Daniel Messersmith more

A podcast about language, with host John McWhorter. lexiconvalley.substack.com

A bite-size podcast showcasing modern Hebrew and its slang. Host Guy Sharett explains what we can learn about Israeli psyche, society, and culture through the Hebrew language. more

Adventures in language with Helen Zaltzman. TheAllusionist.org

'Exegetically Speaking' is a weekly podcast of the friends and faculty of Wheaton College, IL and The Lanier Theological Library. Hosted by Dr. David Capes, it features language experts who discuss the importance of learning the biblical languages—Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek—and show how reading the Bible in the original languages 'pays off.' Each podcast lasts between seven and eleven minutes and covers a different topic for those who want to read the Bible for all it is worth. Click on the ⓘ symbol below for each episode to read the description. If you're interested in going deeper, learn more about Wheaton's undergraduate degree in Classical Languages (Greek, Hebrew, and Latin) and our MA in Biblical Exegesis. more

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 words@waywordradio.org.In the US ?? and Canada ??, call or text 1 (877) 929-9673 toll-free 24/7.Send a voice note or message 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 more

Podcasts about languages and words

Interviews with Scholars of Language about their New BooksSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/language more

A chronological history of the English language examined through the lens of historical events that shaped the development and spread of the language from the Eurasian steppe to the entire world. more

History and Philosophy of the Language Sciences explores the history of the study of language in its varied social and cultural contexts. more

Speaking of Language is a podcast recorded at the Language Resource Center at Cornell University. Each week, we explore a topic related to language pedagogy and second language acquisition. more

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 more

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 more

Insightful conversations on the nature and impact of language and culture with creative leaders in the fields of education, business, arts, and science. Their stories shed light on how language makes us human - and brings hope.Find your voice. Enter the conversation. Find your superpower. more

Conlangery is the podcast for language creators and enthusiasts of constructed languages. We cover conlangs, natural languages, and linguistics topics in order to share techniques and inspiration with the community. more

What if La Malinche—the Indigenous woman who famously served as interpreter and advisor to Hernán Cortés during the Spanish conquest of Mexico—could share her stories? Imagine the insights and experiences she could offer about the power of language and navigating the complexities of two worlds. That's the spirit behind the Brand the Interpreter Podcast! Hosted by Mireya Pérez, an interpreter and personal brand advocate, this podcast gives today's interpreters a platform to share their own fascinating stories, challenges, and triumphs. Each episode pulls back the curtain on the world of interpreting, from navigating high-stakes conversations to facilitating cross-cultural understanding, offering listeners a glimpse into the lives of the professionals who bring meaning across languages. Whether you're an interpreter, a bilingual professional, or simply curious about the magic that happens behind the scenes, Brand the Interpreter immerses you in the stories of language professionals making an impact every day. It's more than just a podcast—it's a celebration of language, connection, and the vital human element that makes communication possible. Join us to explore how the power of language, driven by human connection, shapes understanding, opens new worlds, and transforms perspectives, revealing the deeper truths that unite us all. more

Latin in Layman's gives you the ability to understand and command language in a whole new respect. Join a typical grammarian and classicist as I expand your vocabulary, understanding of grammar, Etymology, terminology (i.e. legal, medical, botanical, etc.), and so much more. I also utilize this platform to expand on greater thoughts of mine, as well as discussing the importance of language and the promotion of 'The Language Revival' (as I like to call it...) Thank you for your interested in knowledge, language acquisition, the command of one's own language, and the understanding of the world. more

A weekly celebration of Alaska Native languages. Hosted by K'yuuhlgáansii ('Place of one's own', Haida) on Lingit Aani (Tlingit land) from KCAW Sitka, Alaska. Podcast updated Fridays. Radio version airs Live on FM radio Mondays at 1 PM Alaska Time (2 PM Pacific) on KSTK Wrangell and kstk.org, Mondays at 3 PM on KTOO Juneau and ktoo.org, Wednesdays at 8:06 PM on KCAW Sitka and kcaw.org, Wednesdays at 9 PM on KFSK Petersburg and kfsk.org, as well as Thursdays at 11 AM on KHNS Haines and khns.org as well as after the 10 PM news on KRBD Ketchikan and krbd.org. more

The show that puts your favorite (or not so favorite) everyday expressions under a microscope and into the hot seat. Tune in as Mario and his special guests dive into the meanings and origins of common sayings, expressions, and idioms. We may introduce you to a few too! Once it's all said and done, will these sayings live up to their common usage or will they crash and burn from some investigation? Join us as we take a moment to appraise the phrase! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Speaking Tongues is a podcast celebrating language, culture, and identity through in-depth conversations with multilingual guests from around the world. From endangered and Indigenous languages to Creoles and diaspora stories, each episode explores how language connects us to memory, history, community, migration, and meaning. Host Elle Charisse talks with artists, educators, and storytellers working to preserve cultural heritage through words, food, music, research, and lived experience. more

Don't Be An Idiom is a podcast that explores the origin stories of common phrases and idioms. The podcast is based in Philadelphia and hosted by rambunctious loonies Albert and Ryan, two lifelong friends who have vowed to dispel their own ignorance about language and history one idiom at a time. more