Best Anime Fluff Podcasts (2024)

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The language of liars. 'Legendary,' 'famous,' or 'notorious'? Fish shapes. 14:49

1d ago14:49

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1011. This week, we look at language patterns that may indicate someone is lying, such as how often they say "um" and the diversity of the words they use. Then we tease out the difference between being legendary, famous, infamous, and notorious. The "language of lying" segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguistics at the Unive…

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Cat Idioms. 'Summerween' and other blends. Bankery 16:33

14m ago16:33

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1010. We'd never be accused of belling the cat, but we did let our curiosity get the best of us when sniffing around common cat-related idioms. Plus, little did we know that we're already in Augtober and Summerween! Grab a pumpkin-spiced treat and come on an adventure through the looking glass to learn about portmanteau words. The "cat idoims" segm…

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Nancy Schier-Anzelmo and Paula Hertel - Connected Horse 46:55

31m ago46:55

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she welcomes Nancy Schier-Anzelmo and Paula Hertel, founders of Connected Horse. Discover the profound emotional connection between humans and horses. Find out how Connected Horse uses equine therapy to support individuals with dementia and their care partners. Connected Horse is excited to announce its second annual fundraising …

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Markus Lindblad - Nicokick 24:27

3h ago24:27

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she converses with Markus Lindblad, head of legal and external affairs at Nicokick, an e-commerce company that provides healthier alternatives to traditional smoking products. Explore the risks of secondhand smoke for pets. Discover effective strategies to protect your furry friends from harmful carcinogens. Support the Show.…

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Apostrophes have always been confusing. 'First' or 'firstly'? Trudy! 15:54

15d ago15:54

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1009. If you think apostrophes are confusing today, wait until you hear how people used them 100s of years ago! Ammon Shea has some wild stories. Plus, should you use "first," "second," and "third" or "firstly," "secondly," and "thirdly"? Ammon Shea is the author of "Bad English," "Reading the OED." 🔗 Share your familect recording in a WhatsApp cha…

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When to use 'the' before a noun. Why rhymes help us remember. Opening a lime. 18:22

22d ago18:22

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1008. We look at why you have to use "the" before some nouns and not others, and then we dive into the science behind why rhymes stick in our memory and how they can even influence our beliefs. The "articles before nouns" segment was written by Neal Whitman, an independent writer and consultant specializing in language and grammar and a member of t…

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Taylor Chastain Griffin, PhD - Pet Partners 30:08

6d ago30:08

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she converses with Taylor Chastain Griffin, executive director of the Association of Animal Assisted Intervention Professionals, and national director of AAI advancement for Pet Partners. Discover why cats are emerging as promising therapy animals. Learn how Pet Partners is working to expand access to animal-assisted therapy. Sup…

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Aileen Cronin - Baby Pack Leader 37:25

6d ago37:25

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she speaks with Aileen Cronin, canine behavior consultant, and founder of Baby Pack Leader. Acquire effective strategies for integrating newborns into families with dogs. Learn to avoid the common mistakes parents make when introducing their infant to their canine. Support the Show.…

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Why singers lose their accents. Why the 'I before E' rule is weird. 18:29

29d ago18:29

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1007. Why do Adele and Susan Boyle sound American when they sing? We have answers. Plus, with all the talk about "weird" lately, we think it's time to examine the old "I before E except after C" rule that has so many exceptions it's hardly a rule at all — until you add W for "weird." The singing segment is written by Susan K. Herman, a former multi…

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Vaso Karras - Bully Grip Holders, Get a Grip! 21:10

13d ago21:10

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she speaks with Vaso Karras, president and founder of Bully Grip. Explore the benefits and potential risks of long-term dog chews. Find out how the Bully Grip can prevent a bully stick session from turning into an emergency room visit. Support the Show.By Peggy Hoyt

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Why 'I' takes plural verbs. Making names that end in S, like Harris and Biles, possessive. Marinate. 14:40

1M ago14:40

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1006. We look at why the pronoun "I" seems to take plural verbs, and then we talk about a grammar topic that's in the news: how to make names that end in S (like Harris and Biles) possessive. | Share a recording of your familect story with me on WhatsApp, Threads, Instagram, or Mastodon. | Edited transcript with links: https://grammar-girl.simpleca…

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Debra Mastic - Fluff Trough 20:14

27d ago20:14

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she welcomes Debra Mastic, founder and CEO of Fluff Trough. Uncover the truth about conventional pet bowls and why they're uncomfortable for your pet. Explore the technology behind Fluff Trough's revolutionary ergonomic design. Support the Show.By Peggy Hoyt

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Anne Marie Farage-Smith - Healing Wisdom for Pet Loss 26:37

19d ago26:37

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she chats with Anne Marie Farage-Smith, licensed mental health counselor, and author of Healing Wisdom for Pet Loss: An Animal Lover’s Guide to Grief. Get tips on processing grief and healing from the loss of a four-legged friend. Delve into the different forms of grief and the unique challenges they present. Support the Show.…

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A brief history of English (aka when they spoke French in England). Killer death meat. 19:21

1M ago19:21

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1005. You asked, so I have a brief history of English from invading Germanic tribes to the Modern English era. We talk about Vikings, the Norman Conquest, the Black Death, the Tyndale Bible, the printing press, and more. | Share a recording of your familect story with me on Threads, Instagram, or Mastodon. | Edited transcript with links: https://gr…

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The power of words: Conscious language, with Karen Yin 42:08

1M ago42:08

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1004. This week, Karen Yin, author of "The Conscious Style Guide," discusses the concept of conscious language and its importance in promoting equity and respect. We explore the differences between conscious language and political correctness, the evolution of the singular "they," and how to navigate language change. Karen also shares insights on a…

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Untitled Episode 1:16:40

28d ago1:16:40

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Had my first guest ever!! talked about what happened in the past month, pesticides in pens, ways to make it out the hood, and the not like us music video. Check out the Youtube channel for the video versionBy DaFluff

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How to write about zero. Are your emails accidentally rude? PAPST. 17:23

1M ago17:23

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1003. This week, we look at zero — what a weird number! It has two plurals, sometimes you use the word and sometimes you use the numeral, and it gave rise to a bunch of idioms in the World War II era. Then we turn our attention to email. Generational differences can lead to misunderstandings. We explain why and how to avoid them. | Edited transcrip…

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AI: Friend or foe? A conversation with Martha Brockenbrough 22:29

1M ago22:29

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1002. This week, Mignon talks with author Martha Brockenbrough about the good and bad sides of using artificial intelligence for writing and education, including ethical concerns about using AI-generated content, strategies for teaching writing in the age of AI, and the potential effects on teachers' jobs. Martha's new book, "Future Tense": https:/…

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Jill Steinberg - The Cat Network 19:53

1M ago19:53

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she welcomes Jill Steinberg, treasurer, secretary, and board member for The Cat Network. Learn about the critical need for cat sterilization and the alarming rate at which cats reproduce. Find out how The Cat Network is fighting against feline overpopulation in South Florida. Support the Show.…

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The unspoken rules of adjectives. The rise of 'yeah-nah.' Sundies 17:43

1M ago17:43

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1001. This week, we explore the often-overlooked rules for ordering adjectives in English and when to use commas between them. Then, spurred by a recent shout-out at a Taylor Swift concert in Australia, we look at the rise of the phrase "yeah-nah" (and its American cousin "yeah-no"). | Edited transcript with links: https://grammar-girl.simplecast.c…

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Grammar Girl at 1000: Words, wisdom, and a dash of whimsy 25:35

2M ago25:35

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1000. In this special 1000th episode, I take the hot seat to answer your questions. Hear what made the first year of the podcast so wild, what I wish I had done differently, what mistakes I still make, how I still find fresh topics after all these years, and the title of my secret dream show (hint: it involves penguins!). It's a celebration of lang…

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Daria Tavana - The Street Dog Coalition 39:01

2M ago39:01

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she welcomes Daria Tavana, Development Director of The Street Dog Coalition. Listen to Daria's outlook on the human-animal connection, and its significance for individuals experiencing homelessness. Discover how The Street Dog Coalition strives to provide accessible pet healthcare for those in need. Support the Show.…

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The birth of American English. How to recognize a phrasal verb. Cucka-nucka. 19:06

2M ago19:06

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999. This week, we look at what shaped early American English, from Native American words to Noah Webster's spelling reforms. Then, we explore phrasal verbs, looking at their grammatical peculiarities and some tips to distinguish them from other types of verbs. The "American English" segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguisti…

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Buying your hometown newspaper, with Samantha & Greg Enslen 46:13

2M ago46:13

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998. This week, I talked with Samantha and Greg Enslen, who recently purchased their hometown newspaper, the "Tippecanoe Gazette" in Tipp City, Ohio. Sam and Greg shared how they are making it work, from updating antiquated systems to expanding news coverage and readership. We also discussed balancing print and digital content, the challenges of ad…

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Erica Messer - Wolfie's Wish 35:42

2M ago35:42

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she welcomes Erica Messer, founder and CEO of Wolfie's Wish. Wolfie's Wish specializes in producing grieving cards for individuals who are morning the loss of a pet. Tune in to hear Erica's ideology on the process of healing, and the importance of recognizing pet loss as a legitimate form of grief. Support the Show.…

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'Which' versus 'that.' Words for walking. Bottleadammit. 16:18

2M ago16:18

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997. This week, I help you learn (and remember!) the difference between "which" and "that" with practical tips and examples about cupcakes. Then, we take a linguistic stroll through walking-related terms, including "perambulate," "sashay," and "traipse." The "words for walking" segment was written by Michaela Dunn, a Wyoming-based editor and publis…

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The Hidden Stories of African American English with Dr. Sonja Lanehart 39:41

2M ago39:41

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996. This week, you'll learn about the rich linguistic history of African American English with Dr. Sonja Lanehart, an advisor to the Oxford Dictionary of African American English. We talked about what goes into making an entirely new dictionary and about some of the first entries, including "kitchen," "Aunt Hagar's Children," and "do rag." Find Dr…

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David & Courtney Roché - Whisker & Fang 32:33

2M ago32:33

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she welcomes David and Courtney Roché, founders of Whisker & Fang. Tune in to hear David and Courtney's philosophy on pet bereavement. Learn about the development of the Halo Collar, an intuitive way to memorialize your pets. Support the Show.By Peggy Hoyt

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Robert Parkins - A New Way to Help Pets in Need 29:31

2M ago29:31

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she welcomes Robert Parkins, CEO and co-founder of the myBalto Foundation. myBalto is a non profit organization that provides veterinary hospitals with their own charity. Tune in to learn about Robert's life as an emergency veterinarian and his unique perspective on pet care accessibility. Support the Show.…

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The art of punctuation and the charm of 'kerfuffle.' Nicing. 18:18

2M ago18:18

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995. This week, we look at when to use parentheses, dashes, and commas and how the choice can change the tone of your writing. Then, we dive into the history of words for describing a big fuss — "kerfuffle," "hullabaloo," "hoopla," and more. The "big fuss" segment was written by Samantha Enslen, who runs Dragonfly Editorial. You can find her at Dra…

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Genz WW3 - Outta Fluff Ep.11 46:54

3M ago46:54

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I truthfully feel sorry for them in a small way. Finals. Anime Review!!By DaFluff

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How Much Would You Say? - Outta Fluff Ep. 10 57:47

3M ago57:47

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Esports world cup, a little question, and etc..By DaFluff

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Exploring the Language of 'Dune': An Interview with Kevin J. Anderson and Scott Brick 44:42

3M ago44:42

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994. This week, I sat down with the prolific "Dune" author Kevin J. Anderson and the famed "Dune" narrator Scott Brick to explore the language challenges in the "Dune" series. Learn how Kevin and Scott navigated Frank Herbert's original vocabulary, stayed true to the cultural influences of the names and terms, and created an extensive pronunciation…

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The power of sign language in 'Dune.' The words we use for dad. Chee 16:42

3M ago16:42

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993. This week, we cover the strategic use of sign language by the Bene Gesserit in the 'Dune' movies, including its importance in covert communication. Then, we look at the many words for 'father' and their historical and linguistic significance, from early baby talk to more formal terms for adults. Dune sign language supercut video: https://youtu…

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Nora Guccione - Orivet 25:32

3M ago25:32

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she welcomes Nora Guccione, head of the customer service department for the Orivet North American Office. Orivet is a pet genetics testing company that distributes DNA tests for breed identification and health related traits. Discover the nuances of pet genetic testing, and learn about the benefits of testing your pet's DNA. Supp…

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Susan Taney - Lost Dogs of America 41:50

2M ago41:50

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she welcomes Susan Taney, co-founder of Lost Dogs of America. Discover the best strategies for locating a lost dog and the most effective methods to prevent your dog from becoming lost. Tune in to hear Susan's expertise as she debunks common misconceptions about lost dogs. Support the Show.…

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The crossword craze — now and then — with Ben Zimmer 27:11

3M ago27:11

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992. What began as a simple word game in 1913 sparked a nationwide craze just a decade later, causing a moral panic and changing American publishing forever. This week, Ben Zimmer, a prolific crossword constructor and language commentator, takes us through the crossword puzzle's surprising early history and enduring legacy. He also explores the mod…

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From 'dog' to 'hot dog.' The 'audience of one' trick. More on the long S. Footbridge. 20:29

3M ago20:29

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991. This week, we trace the origin and meaning of the word "dog," from its mysterious beginning to its current use in phrases like "hot dog" and "hair of the dog." Then we go through the "audience of one" concept, which involves tailoring content to a single, imagined recipient; and we look at how this approach can make your writing more understan…

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Why is this a question? with Paul Anthony Jones 29:40

3M ago29:40

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990. Have you ever wondered why English doesn't have gender like Spanish and French? Which languages are the hardest to learn (and why)? And why a Q is always followed by a U? We have the answers to those questions and more this week from Paul Anthony Jones, author of "Why is this a question?" | Find Paul Anthony Jones at https://www.paulanthonyjon…

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What is a Word? Target moments. 18:41

3M ago18:41

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989. What is a word? Does "that's" count as one word or two? In this excerpt from Paul Anthony Jones' new book "Why Is This a Question," we look at how things like plurals, compound words, and contractions make defining the word "word" a tricky exercise. | Find Paul Anthony Jones at https://www.paulanthonyjones.com/ | Edited transcript with links: …

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Lindsay Brim - Crossroads Corral 32:05

3M ago32:05

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she welcomes Lindsay Brim, co-founder and executive director of Crossroads Corral. Discover the benefits of Equine Assisted Therapy and uncover the healing potential of animals. Find out how Lindsay's team is filling a critical gap in mental health resources with the help of a licensed professional and a stable of horses. Support…

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Nick Musica - How to Communicate Intuitively with Your Pets 34:21

3M ago34:21

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Join Peggy Hoyt as she welcomes animal clairvoyant, Nick Musica. Enjoy an enlightening conversation about Nick's memorable psychic encounters and learn how he discovered his intuitive abilities. Tune in to hear to Nick's philosophy on animals, clairvoyants, and effectively communicating with your pets. Support the Show.…

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How a special dictionary kept soldiers connected during WWII, with Peter Sokolowski 26:50

3M ago26:50

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988. Peter Sokolowski, an editor at Merriam-Webster, goes through the fascinating history of the Armed Services Editions, a series of books published during World War II for distribution among the troops. We look at the special problems of wartime publishing, the collaborative efforts among publishers, and the lasting influence of these books on th…

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Why some sentences have double subjects. The story behind the old F-like letter S. Schwen schwen on dill. 16:49

4M ago16:49

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987. This week, we look at why people sometimes double their subjects, writing sentences such as "John, he bought a car," and when it's OK (and not OK) to do so. Plus, we talk about the medial S, a strange F-like letter that makes an S-sound and shows up in old documents. We look at how it came to be, its role in English typography, and what made i…

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Efficiency hacks for writers and editors with Erin Brenner 31:53

3M ago31:53

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986. Erin Brenner, author of "The Chicago Guide for Freelance Editors," shares time-saving tips including the best practices for using Word, creating macros, and using automation tools like Zapier. You'll also learn about starting and growing a freelance business, including how to figure out what to charge, how to make ends meet at the beginning, a…

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We found the story behind "whim wham for a mucket"! 15:34

3M ago15:34

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985. This week, we look at the world of whimsical words, including the origins and meanings of terms like "dinkus," "gadzook," "petrichor" and the phrase "whim-wham for a goose's bridle." Plus, I have a quick tip about when to capitalize "mom" and "dad." The "weird words" segment was written by Michaela Dunn, a Wyoming-based editor and publisher fo…

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Words, coffee, and urban planning: Eli Burnstein on the Dictionary of Fine Distinctions 26:33

4M ago26:33

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984. This week, we talk about the subtle differences between words such as "stock" or "broth," "street" or "boulevard," "maze" or "labyrinth" and more with Eli Burnstein, author of "The Dictionary of Fine Distinctions." Confusion about colors got him started on this path, but along the way, he gained insights into language, culture, and the subtle …

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Skunked words. The power of pronouns. Quigleys 17:35

4M ago17:35

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983. This week, we explore "skunked" words — terms going through hotly disputed meaning changes. We look at the debate between prescriptivists who stick to traditional meanings and descriptivists who accept new usages and what you should do with these words in your own writing. Plus, we learn how using "we" versus "I" alters perceptions of leadersh…

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Air worms and fire breathing dragons: Old English animal stories with Hana Videen 30:56

4M ago30:56

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982. This week, we delve into the fascinating world of Old English with medievalist Hana Videen, author of "The Deorhord." We'll uncover the secrets of Old English animal names, from "walking weaver" for spider to the ominous "unland" for a whale's deceptive island. Find Hana Videen at https://OldEnglishWordhord.com/ | Edited transcript with links:…