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Feb 2023
53m 45s

Word Hoard (Rebroadcast) - 6 February 20...

Hosted by Martha Barnette and Grant Barrett. Produced by Stefanie Levine.
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Ever wonder what medieval England looked and sounded like? In Old English, the word hord meant "treasure" and your wordhord was the treasure of words locked up inside you. A delightful new book uses the language of that period to create a vivid look at everyday life. Plus, a shotgun house is long and narrow with no hallway — just one room leading into the ne ... Show More
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