WORD HISTORY > PODCAST
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"This podcast is a real treat for anyone who enjoys the history of the English language as I do. It's fun, and just the right length."
New 15-minute episodes every Sunday.
Over 80 episodes available.
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Each themed episode traces the origins and evolution of words, names, and phrases within the English language, exploring the roots of selected terms derived from languages such as Old English, Ancient Greek, Latin, Old French, Proto-Germanic, and many others. The series also highlights historical events relevant to each theme, and examines how various English words are related through shared linguistic origins.
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"I have to keep stopping play so I can soak everything in! So much information! I love etymology!"
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"Tracing where our words come from is indeed an interesting prospect, but this particular presentation left me wanting less."
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