Best Grammatical Podcasts (2024)

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His grammatical truth 1:34

7d ago1:34

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e.e. cummings, form creativity, and the Word. Visit https://helenrenell.me for the transcript, to leave comments, or subscribe to my newsletter.By helen renell

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Doggerel and the Reader's Heart 1:39

16h ago1:39

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Have you ever read a poem that contains sing-songy rhythm, abstract nouns, and a forgettable message? Visit https://helenrenell.me for the transcript, to leave comments, or subscribe to my newsletter.By helen renell

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Episode 98 Linguistic singularities

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Photo by Chrissy Jarvis Counting… that’s maths, right? Actually, it’s language. And as we’ll discover through a series of absurd tasks (like, ‘count everything you can see’), you can’t count anything until you know what ‘counts as’ a thing. Language draws the lines around what counts, and it shifts and changes as it does so. In this episode we cele…

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Exploring the 'Funnest' Parts of Language with Anne Curzan 33:32

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980. This week, I talk with with Anne Curzan about the fascinating world of language evolution, her new book, "Says Who? A Kinder, Funner Usage Guide for Everyone Who Cares About Language," and why linguists should take marketing tips from Apple and why Ben Franklin thought the word "colonize" was bad. | Edited transcript with links: https://gramma…

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WARNING: Jumping on Trend in the Movie Business, is it Smart? 5:49

2d ago5:49

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Tune into the latest episode of the "Filmmaking Stuff" podcast with host Tom Malloy as we dive into the tricky waters of following trends in the film industry. Discover why trying to jump on the latest movie trend might not be the best strategy and how timing is everything. Learn from stories shared by industry veterans about the highs and lows of …

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The birth of punctuation: from oral traditions to silent reading. Noun clusters. A wing wang in a mucket. 16:29

3d ago16:29

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979. In the first segment, we unravel the mysteries surrounding the origins and transformation of punctuation. From the early days when words ran together without spaces, to the introduction of punctuation systems by scholars like Aristophanes, we explore how punctuation has played a pivotal role in shaping written communication. In the second segm…

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How to become a supercommunicator, with Charles Duhigg 19:23

8d ago19:23

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978. Join Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author, Charles Duhigg, as we talk about mastering the art of communication and his new book, "Supercommunicators." We explore the skills anyone (yes, you!) can learn to become a powerful communicator. Learn about the science behind effective communication, from NASA's emotional intelligen…

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Big changes in Associated Press style. The 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' finale was catawampus. Bappy 13:44

11d ago13:44

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977. This week, we cover the latest AP Stylebook updates that were just revealed at the ACES conference. From the switch to Merriam-Webster to easing up on the word "unique," we look at what these changes mean for writers and editors. Plus, we explore "catawampus" thanks to its cameo in the "Curb Your Enthusiasm" finale. Learn about its quirky orig…

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Christopher's Cat 7:06

12d ago7:06

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Christopher Smart and the three things that enabled him to endure being committed to the hospital. Visit helenrenell.me for the transcript, to leave comments, or subscribe to my newsletter.By helen renell

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Open Your Fingers 2:17

15d ago2:17

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Opening our mouths, or fingers, in a time of waiting. Visit helenrenell.me for the transcript, to leave comments, or subscribe to my newsletter.By helen renell

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Making Micro-Budget Films That Shine 6:08

16d ago6:08

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Welcome to another exciting episode of Filmmaking Stuff podcast. In this episode, we are delving into the world of creating brilliant micro-budget films. Our host, Tom Malloy, shares insights on how can you make your movie stand out, even with a limited budget. Citing examples from successful low-budget films like 'Blair Witch Project' and 'Paranor…

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Pet-Speak: From Meowlogisms to Zoomies. 'Imply' or 'Infer'? 19:58

18d ago19:58

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976. How have our pets influenced the way we use language? This week, we dive into the "cativerse" and explore the vocabulary, grammar, and spelling habits of our furry friends. From LOLcats to doggo dialects, discover the linguistic wonders of how we talk about our beloved pets. Plus, don't get tripped up by "imply" versus "infer." In the second s…

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Walt Whitman's Self Celebration 2:47

21d ago2:47

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A line from Walt Whitiman's Song of Myself is addressed from the standard of biblical Christianity. Visit helenrenell.me for the transcript, to leave comments, or subscribe to my newsletter.By helen renell

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Can You Profit from Short Films? 6:17

23d ago6:17

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In this episode of the Filmmaking Stuff podcast, host Tom Malloy discusses the potential market and the inherent value of producing short films. Tom explains that the value of short films isn't necessarily about profit. Instead, short films present an opportunity to gain experience and create a 'calling card' as a filmmaker. Aspiring directors shou…

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You love to read. Could you narrate? 24:14

24d ago24:14

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975. This week, I learned all about audiobook narration from David H. Lawrence XVII, who is launching a new program called "Narrate Your Own Book." If you've ever dreamed of being a narrator, this episode is for you! And if you're a self-published author who has always wanted to narrate your own audiobook (or feel like you should), this episode is …

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Episode 97 The intimacy of denial

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Photo by Drew Hays What’s the weirdest thing about human language? We explore linguistic polarity and all its bizarre implications. Embedded in every human grammar is a way of turning a positive clause (I’m listening) into a negative clause (I’m not listening). Grammatical negation is one of the ways we can do denial. (‘I’m not scared of that dog,’…

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Memory, Aging, and the Lingering 'Anyways' 17:31

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974. How does aging affect our ability to understand language? From the challenges of processing complex sentences to the resilience you get from a rich vocabulary, we look at how our language skills change over time. Plus, looking into why people say "anyways" led me to some interesting historical tidbits. The aging segment was written by Valerie …

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Poet's Offering 1:33

1M ago1:33

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The items a writer's journal can hold. Visit helenrenell.me for the transcript, to leave comments, or subscribe to my newsletter.By helen renell

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Refreshing Caesuras 1:30

1M ago1:30

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Taking a break in our writing of poems and in life. Visit helenrenell.me for the transcript, to leave comments, or subscribe to my newsletter.By helen renell

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Crafting Your Personal Film 6:19

1M ago6:19

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Every filmmaker has a unique story to tell. If you're wondering how to bring your vision to the screen, this episode is for you. We'll guide you through the process, from initial concept to final cut, ensuring you have the tools and knowledge to create a film that truly resonates.By Filmmaking Stuff

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Capturing Beauty 1:17

1M ago1:17

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Haiku and its therapeutic writing. Visit helenrenell.me for the transcript, to leave comments, or subscribe to my newsletter.By helen renell

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A nuclear win at the Oscars. CamelCase. One clo. 16:54

1M ago16:54

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973. "Oppenheimer" leads us to wonder about the "nucular" pronunciation of "nuclear." And why do people have that second capital letter in the middle of MySpace, OutKast, and PowerPoint (and is it grammatically correct)? | Edited transcript with links: https://grammar-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/nuclear/transcript | Grammarpalooza (Get texts from …

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Intermediate Serbian: Superstition in Serbia - Customs, Beliefs and Religion 29:42

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Episode transcript: https://www.serbianlanguagelessons.com/post/superstition-in-serbia-customs-beliefs-and-religion In this episode we are talking about on of the most interesting things about Serbian culture: superstition! What is “promaja”, why do people spill water behind you when walking away, what is a “red letter” and do people in Serbia use …

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Profitable Producing: Making Money in Movies 7:18

1M ago7:18

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So you want to make money in movies? It's not just about the glitz and glamour. In this episode, we dive into the nitty-gritty of turning your passion for film into a profitable venture.By Filmmaking Stuff

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From grunts to grammar. The Irish 'after doing.' The winning NGD poem! 13:44

2M ago13:44

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972. How did humans evolve from grunting ancestors to masters of language and poetry? This week, we explore fascinating theories on the origins of human language, including the laugh-inducing Bow-Wow and Pooh-Pooh theories. We also delve into Irish-English calques for St. Patrick's Day (and in response to a question from a Grammarpaloozian) and cel…

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WARNING: Do NOT Send your Screenplay Out with Grammatical Mistakes! 6:14

2M ago6:14

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Do NOT send out your screenplay with grammatical mistakes! It signals to the reader that you’re an amateur and you haven’t put the effort into your writing.By Filmmaking Stuff

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Where did our language start? 21:32

2M ago21:32

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971. Linguists have traced modern languages like English and Sanskrit back thousands of years to a single Proto-Indo-European source. This week, we explore their detective work and the debates around the origins of the ancestral tongue. This piece was written by Kurt Kleiner, a freelance science and technology writer living in Toronto. It originall…

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Using Open Source LLMs in Language for Grammatical Error Correction (GEC) 50:27

2M ago50:27

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At LanguageTool, Bartmoss St Clair (Head of AI) is pioneering the use of Large Language Models (LLMs) for grammatical error correction (GEC), moving away from the tool's initial non-AI approach to create a system capable of catching and correcting errors across multiple languages. LanguageTool supports over 30 languages, has several million users, …

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Episode 96 The Earth’s language

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Image by Elena Mozhvilo We start the episode, as always, with a couple of questions: What are the differences between spoken/signed language and written/printed/digital language? Where are you? There’s an answer to Question 2 that will be true for anyone who says it. ‘I am here.’ But if you write it on a piece of paper, and then leave the room, it …

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Behind the Screens: Unveiling EFM 2024 7:32

2M ago7:32

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Dive deep into the heart of cinema with "Behind the Screens: Unveiling EFM 2024," your essential podcast episode for exclusive insights and highlights from the European Film Market in Berlin. This episode brings you closer to the pulse of the film industry, providing a comprehensive recap of the most prestigious marketplace for movie rights, produc…

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'Addictive' or 'addicting'? Types of nouns. Folley 14:06

2M ago14:06

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970. We answer a listener question about the difference between "addictive" and "addicting," and then we look at how to write compound nouns: did you visit a coffeehouse or a coffee house? | Edited transcript with links: https://grammar-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/addictive/transcript | Grammarpalooza (Get texts from Mignon!): https://joinsubtext.…

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The First Step in Making a Movie 5:55

2M ago5:55

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You want to take the first step in making your movie. What is it? What is the absolute first thing you must to do get things moving?By Filmmaking Stuff

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Tracing the origins of Miami's new English. Why it's not a 'gumballs' machine. Embassy Sweets. 19:40

2M ago19:40

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969. From "wolkenkratzer" in German to "flea market" in English, direct translations called calques show how languages borrow from each other. This week, we look at how these translations are changing English in Miami and Spanish in Louisiana. Plus, we look at the difference between "gumball machine" and "gumballs machine" and how it might explain …

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Laurels on a Movie Poster 6:37

2M ago6:37

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Laurels - the logo with the little branches that advertise what film festival you’ve been in. Do Laurels Help on a movie poster? Do they help with marketing the movie in general?By Filmmaking Stuff

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Taylor Swift Doesn't Need Your Grammatical Approval. In Love. Foil Lump Surprise. 13:24

2M ago13:24

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968. This week, I expand on my comments for the New York Times about Taylor Swift's grammatically sound but apostrophe-free new album title: "The Tortured Poets Department." Plus, we dive deep into the nuances between "loving" someone and being "in love," tracing how the word evolved from the ancient Proto-Indo-European root "leubh" yet still doesn…

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When is a film "Real?" 7:21

3M ago7:21

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When is a film “Real”? That’s a buzz word that a lot of people in the industry use when a film is actually greenlit and moving forward. Today we’re talking about when you can finally call a film “real.”By Filmmaking Stuff

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'A' versus 'an.' 'Larruping' rides again. Euonyms. Flavoring. 12:53

3M ago12:53

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967. Should you say "a honor" or "an honor"? It's trickier than you think! We explore why articles depend on sounds and regional variations, the difference between "thee" and "thuh," and your stories about delicious phrasings. | Transcript: https://grammar-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/a-versus-an/transcript | Grammarpalooza (Get texts from Mignon!)…

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