902. Language reflects culture, so it's no surprise that giving thanks hundreds of years ago was different from giving thanks today. We have the fascinating history. And then, since "Thanksgiving" is a gerund, we looked at all the interesting things you can do with gerunds in general.
Nov 20
Why print dictionaries still matter, with Peter Sokolowski
<p>1135. This week, we talk with Peter Sokolowski, editor at large at Merriam-Webster, about the new print 12th Collegiate Dictionary. We look at why print still matters, how the dictionary used lookup data to decide which words to drop (least looked-up compounds), and the import ... Show More
35m 31s
Nov 18
Personification in language and AI. Dictums, maxims, and proverbs. Expensitive.
<p>1134. This week, we look at the poetic power of personification (the language quirk that gives human traits to nonhuman things) and why style guides advise against using it for AI. Then, we look at the different names for common sayings, defining a proverb and breaking down th ... Show More
17m 26s
May 2024
How Can We Be More Effective With Language?
Have you ever wondered what’s up with double negation, the history of gender neutral pronouns, or why swearing is taboo? Then get ready for this week’s guest, linguist Anne Curzan! Anne and Jonathan talk about how the English language has evolved since the 1300s and how our words ... Show More
53m 20s
Jul 2022
#109 Ellen Jovin on “The Grammar Table”
Creator and proprietor of The Grammar Table, Ellen Jovin, joins Benny Lewis and Shannon Kennedy to talk about traveling the country to discuss grammar, learning the languages of New York, and finding joy in learning grammar.Featured Resources
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47m 53s
Jan 2024
What makes ordinary people extraordinary?
<p><b>E143:</b> 🎙️ Welcome to <b>The English Like a Native Podcast</b>, your go-to resource for English learners at intermediate to advanced levels! 🎧 I'm your host, Anna, and today we're embarking on an <em>extraordinary </em>journey.<br/><br/>👥 As we explore what m ... Show More
10m 52s
Feb 2024
Your English Five a Day #17.1
<p><b>E187:</b> 🎙️ Welcome to <b>The English Like a Native Podcast</b> with me, your host, Anna! We're kicking off a new week here as you tune in to <b>Week 17, Day 1 </b>of <b>Your English Five a Day</b>, where we embark on a journey to enhance your vocabulary with five ne ... Show More
11m 13s
Jun 2024
Your English Five a Day #31.4
<p><b>E288: </b>🎙️ Welcome to<b> The English Like a Native Podcast </b>with me, your host, Anna! Tune in for <b>Week 31, Day 4</b> of <b>Your English Five a Day</b>, where we boost your vocabulary and hone your listening skills with five enriching words each weekday.<br/><br/>⚫ ... Show More
13m 44s
Feb 2024
Your English Five a Day #16.4
<p><b>E183:</b> 🎙️ Welcome to <b>The English Like a Native Podcast</b>, where each episode is a step towards enhancing your English proficiency! I'm your host, Anna, and you're tuned in to <b>Week 16, Day 4</b> of <b>Your English Five a Day</b>. Join me as we delve int ... Show More
12m 41s
Feb 2024
Your English Five a Day #16.1
<p><b>E180:</b> 🎙️ Welcome to <b>The English Like a Native Podcast</b> with me, Anna! Tune in to <b>Week 16, Day 1</b> of <b>Your English Five a Day</b>, where we boost your active vocabulary with five new words every weekday.<br/><br/>🌟 Today's list kicks off with "t ... Show More
13m 35s