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A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over

Hosted by Martha Barnette and Grant Barrett. Produced by Stefanie Levine.

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Light-hearted conversation with callers from all over about new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, language change and varieties, as well as word histories, linguistics, regional dialects, word games, grammar, books, literature, writing, and more. Be a part of the show with author/journalist Martha Barnette and linguist/lexicographer Grant Barrett. Share your language thoughts, questions, and stories: https://waywordradio.org/contact or words@waywordradio.org. In the US 🇺🇸 and Ca ...
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The Economic History podcast is a platform for sharing knowledge, ideas and new research with a general interest audience. Each fortnight, we meet leading academics in the field and discuss a range of topics, including pandemics, long run economic growth, gender issues, financial crises, inequality, sustainable development and a number of weird and fun economic experiments in history. There is no time like the past to help us understand the present.
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The Underwater Technology Podcast

Society for Underwater Technology

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Weekly short podcast from the Society for Underwater Technology featuring news & an interview with an expert on underwater technology, engineering, science, history & policy from across the international subsea world. For more about SUT visit www.sut.org, email info@sut.org SUT is a Learned Society for underwater technology, engineering & science established 1966. We're a Charity / Not for Profit in most of the countries where we operate. Local branches in Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, M ...
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#1 Patriot podcast. Blasting the RIDICULOUS social agenda of the radical left with common sense, humor, & news analysis. LIVE-streaming on Wednesdays 6:30PM (pst) EXCLUSIVELY on Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/GenerationMarsPodcast
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Think you know your history? Think again. From the stories of the former slave that taught Charles Darwin to the first female playwright who was a spy for the English King... Historian, author and broadcaster Dr Fern Riddell is exploring some little-known characters from history to reveal not just their incredible stories, but also why they're so important for our view of what the past looked like. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Life throws darkness but Mending Lives ignites the light within. Listen to people willing to share their real-life stories of coping with significant loss. Through inspiring conversations and a touch of spirituality, we explore themes of resilience, adversity and grief.
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The Poetry Society

The Poetry Society

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The Poetry Society was founded in 1909 to promote "a more general recognition and appreciation of poetry". Since then, it has grown into one of Britain's most dynamic arts organisations, representing British poetry both nationally and internationally. Today it has more than 4000 members worldwide and publishes the leading poetry magazine, The Poetry Review. With innovative education and commissioning programmes and a packed calendar of performances, readings and competitions, the Poetry Soci ...
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The Money podcast, by best-selling author of “Money”, Rob Moore, will dive into how to make, manage and master money. How to know more, make more and give more. How to save, invest and raise money. The story, history and psychology of money. The good, bad and naughty of money. Rob will use his experience of going from debt at 26, to becoming a millionaire by 31. Rob will call upon his contacts and interview millionaires, billionaires, economists and money masters from all walks of life. Rob ...
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Women and Power

National Trust

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Broadcast-journalist Kirsty Wark and the National Trust mark 100 years of female suffrage in the UK, with a unique new podcast series. In this five part series we lift the lid on our archives and uncover the seldom-told stories of maids, mill-workers, politicians and even royalty, who fought and campaigned to help shape the world we live in today.
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Hosted every Wednesday by artist & songwriter Danieal; uniting the African diaspora's heritage, sharing it's wisdom and uplifting it's history. To know where you are going, you must first know where your coming from. This show is the bridge ensuring safe passage for the African diaspora's future. Achieving against all odds and defiance in the face of adversity are a uncoincidentally a re-occurring theme throughout our episodes. The priceless generational wisdom shared, will resonate with kno ...
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Conversations IN.Society - We talk UK racism, culture, politics and economics; the issues that matter to you!Presented by Daneille Guthrie and Geeta Lal, the Co-Founders of IN.Society, a grassroots racial justice organisation focussed on educating, supporting and advocating for those invested in racial justice. Follow us on socials to submit topics, questions and get further involved in the conversation! Instagram, Twitter & Facebook: @insociety_uk
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The British Academy is the UK’s national academy for the humanities and social sciences. We mobilise these disciplines to understand the world and shape a brighter future. ​ From artificial intelligence to climate change, from building prosperity to improving well-being – today’s complex challenges can only be resolved by deepening our insight into people, cultures and societies.​ We invest in researchers and projects across the UK and overseas, ​engage the public with fresh thinking and deb ...
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Ideologica Obscura takes the viewer on a journey into the world of wacky and esoteric political ideologies. This podcast uncovers the multitude of visions for society and the historical context they arose from. We wish to educate through a mix of rigorous research and low-brow humor because many a true word is spoken in jest. Ideologica Obscura is a comedy and education podcast and thus does not encourage or endorse any of the discussed ideologies, persons, or organizations.
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Set in the heady days of 1970's Italy, before the internet shrank the world, 'Italia 77' tells a compelling story of two Lancastrian friends, fresh from the UK, one a failed dental student, the other, an ageing rugby star, who find themselves landed in Rome with the bold intention of taking the Italian sporting scene by storm, but this is far from being a sporting memoir. Join us on a journey of enlightenment, adventure, enduring friendship and discovery on a five-year trail from Rome to Flo ...
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Journalist and broadcaster Alok Jha talks to leading explorers, scientists, conservationists and artists about Antarctica’s fascinating past, present and future, to discover why the icy continent matters to us all. Created by the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the first sighting of Antarctica. UKAHT is a charity, championing the public understanding of, and engagement with Antarctica through the history of human endeavour in the region. UKAHT looks after Br ...
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They say it’s a man’s world... so what does that mean for the rest of us? This podcast is on a mission to find out. The consequences of woman's exclusion from our world are so deeply embedded that they are all but impossible to see... unless you are looking. Featuring interviews with those who explore our world through the female gaze, The Story of Woman looks at everything from the economy, healthcare, gender roles, and more. Each episode dives deep into where we are, how we got here, and w ...
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Whoever said history repeats itself sure had a point, and that's what we are investigating in this youthful history podcast. While studying and learning alongside our community, we put together episodes detailing various topics from across time and attempt to make connections with our modern day. We plunge into the theories, ideas, and events that shaped our world and society into what we know now. It is our goal to open up a discussion and discourse into history and the social sciences. The ...
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Jamie puts questions to a variety of researchers from top UK universities. Each episode will feature a different academic and a discussion about their specialist work. If you want to take a deep dive into history, politics, arts, culture, religion, theology, philosophy, sociology, anthropology and lots more - this is the podcast for you. If you are interested in learning more about the topics discussed, keep listening until the end of the episode when our researcher recommends books or mater ...
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Londonist Out Loud is a weekly podcast devoted to life, history and culture in London, UK. Join novelist N Quentin Woolf (www.nquentinwoolf.com) and his special guests, as he peels off the skin of the city and delves into deep-level London, discovering new and hidden qualities of the capital. Recommended by the Telegraph and the Guardian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Rebel Women

Esther Freeman

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Welcome to Rebel Women, a podcast about the history of troublemakers in East London. This corner of Britain's capital has seen multiple waves of migration, poverty and persecution. Sometimes feared, always looked down upon, the residents have struggled. But out of these struggles rose up some of history's greatest radicals leaders - leaders of movements that have changed both the local landscape, and wider society too. Many of them were women. And most you will have never heard about, despit ...
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For more than a quarter of a century, GIRES (the Gender Identity Research & Education Society) has been putting trans rights ‘on the agenda’. GIRES was established in 1997 when Bernard Reed, OBE, and his wife Terry Reed, OBE, helped their transgender daughter Niki win a landmark sex discrimination case. The charity has been instrumental in several positive changes to trans and gender-diverse rights in the UK and beyond. The ‘A Legacy of Kindness’ project documents and showcases the rich hist ...
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Ed Talks

Old Edwardians (KES & KEHS)

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Ed Talks is the new podcast from the Development Office at King Edward's School Birmingham and King Edward's High School for Girls in which Ben Anderson (2006) talks to Old Edwardians who have gone on to have successful careers in different fields. If you would like to feature on the podcast as guest or if you have news to offer one of the Old Edwardian's print publications, please email Adelaide Bailey at the Development Office - aab@kes.bham.sch.uk. This podcast is produced by Sound Rebel, ...
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CRÈME is an acronym – it stands for Communicating the Race Equality Message Effectively. In each episode we will be interviewing a representative of one of the organisations fighting for racial equality in Britain. But this will not be just a dry discussion on policy – this is about the people behind the campaigning, and the experiences that shaped them.
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The Big Story is back with a second season! The news culture of our times is noisy, crowded, and honestly so confusing. This is why we are coming every fortnight on your podcast platforms to help you make sense of the new and now. With two new hosts, Anjali and Prateek, the second season of The Big Story will feature longer and well-rounded discussions with experts across science, culture, technology, politics, and more. Tune in on your preferred podcast platform! Millions of listeners seek ...
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A New Dawn

Dawnette Brenner

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We are Mental Health advocates! Podcast guests share their stories to humanize mental illness in our efforts to erase the stigma on a global scale and improve lives. Be mindful, listen, subscribe & rate us. Our goal is to break the walls and barriers for people so they can unmask themselves. New episodes updated every week. #mentalhealth #dialogue #talk #podcast #suicideprevention #health #endthestigma #podcast #bipolardisorder #depression #realpeople #bullying #experience #bullyinginschools ...
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Fucking Reality Queens

Amelia Merlot & Sarah Rhodes

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Fucking Reality Queens is a podcast where two lifelong friends (Amelia Merlot and Sarah Rhodes) discuss anything and everything including a weekly recap of their favorite reality T.V. shows. The recap show typically airs on Wednesdays, but may roll over into other days when there is a lot of craziness to talk about. Discussions include shows such as TLC's - You, Me & My Ex and Match Me Abroad. Additionally, they cover Lifetime's - Married at First Sight & Married at First Sight UK, shows on ...
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Professor Gary McCulloch joins Oliver Mumford to discuss the life and work of Brian Simon, following Professor McCulloch’s recent biography of Brian Simon, authored with Antonio F. Canales and Hsiao-Yuh Ku. The episode explores the life of Brian Simon through his family life and educational experiences, his political engagement and beliefs, campaig…
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In this riveting episode of Mending Lives, Jane Houng shares the remarkable journey of Mansour Saliba, a young Lebanese scholar whose dedication to social change breathes new hope into challenging circumstances. Together, they illuminate the power of collaboration and the drive to uplift communities, especially amidst Lebanon’s current crisis. Mans…
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Rob talks about his recent viral LinkedIn post about the seven unconventional habits that contributed to his millions! From afternoon naps to controversial takes on micromanagement, Rob challenges popular business advice with practical, tested strategies. His honest approach tackles everything from coffee consumption to emotional expression in busi…
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Rob talks to Kane about the biggest money mistakes people make in this episode, exploring everything from silver investments to the hidden scams of the banking system. Rob and Kane also discuss controversial topics like university education, inflation, and the real value of entrepreneurship as well as how anyone can build wealth. KEY TAKEAWAYS · In…
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Asthenosphere, a geologist's term for the molten layer beneath the earth's crust, sparks a journey that stretches all the way from ancient Greece to the author of Uncle Tom's Cabin. Plus: What the heck is a dogberg? It's when a dog runs into you and knocks you over. This bit of slang was inspired by a professional wrestler who finished off his oppo…
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In this episode, Prof. Kevin H. O'Rourke discusses some of his work on trade and globalization. We trace the beginnings of globalization, mention some problems with measuring it perfectly, and review some of the literature on tariffs and economic growth including Kevin's own papers. We review how the U.S. and the U.K. turned protectionist in differ…
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Rob shares the things that you buy that actually end up saving or making money in the long run. From hiring private drivers to strategic watch collecting, Rob shares insider knowledge on how spending money wisely can create more wealth. He challenges conventional thinking about luxury purchases, explaining how items like supercars can be smart busi…
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Rob shares 15 money misconceptions that could be holding you back from financial freedom. From debunking myths about savings accounts to revealing shocking truths about government currency manipulation, Rob shares insider knowledge gained from his own journey to building a £250 million company. Rob covers everything from silver investments to the t…
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How and why do words from one language find their way into another? Vietnamese, for instance, includes lots of words borrowed or adapted from French. Such linguistic mixing often happens when languages brush up against each other and speakers reach for a word that feels more useful. Plus: “unparalleled misalignments” are pairs of phrases in which t…
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Tonight's Topics (October 23rd 2024): - Trump's TOP 5 McDonald Memes - Eminen, Usher and other OWNED Celebreties endorse Kamala - Biden wants TRUMP LOCKED UP / Kamala Thinks Trump is Hitler Guest: World Rockumentary is sitting shotgun. LIVE STEAMING on RUMBLE Every Wednesday at 6:30pm PST / 9:30pm EST Watch Video Format on Bitchute email: Generatio…
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In this heartfelt episode, host Jane Houng sits down with Samira El Hussein, an inspiring English teacher and translator from Tripoli, Lebanon. They discuss Samira's decade-long journey teaching English, her role in translating Jane's memoir, and their collaborative work on Becky's Button. Jane shares this initiative's history, and her plans to wor…
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This week we spoke with Jonathan Colby, innovator in the Marine Renewable Energy Industry. Recorded in April 2024, Jonathan speaks about his life in the underwater world, from his experience in tidal energy to his work in Standards and Conformity Assessment in the IEC. Jonathan is the President and Founder of Streamwise Development, a client-driven…
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Rob passionately exposes the hidden world of taxation, revealing how we are all paying in at least 75 different ways! From VAT to "stealth taxes" on sugar, Rob breaks down why the current system is broken and proposes controversial solutions, including why you shouldn't take a salary. This episode gives useful advice on how entrepreneurs can naviga…
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Rob speaks to Kane about one of his greatest moves as an entrepreneur. He shares how he bought Think Big Education, an Australian education company, for just 5k and rebranded it to Progressive Success, transforming it into a multi-million-pound business. KEY TAKEAWAYS Rob was actually working for someone else at the time and took a game-changing sp…
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Amid court-ordered busing in the 1970s, a middle-school teacher tried to distract her nervous students on the first day of class with this strange assignment: find a monarch caterpillar. The result? A memorable lesson in the miracle of metamorphosis. Plus, the story behind the slang interjection word!, meaning “believe me!” The original version inv…
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Tonights Topics include (10-16-2024): - Kamala HQ is collapsing under the scrutiny of MEDIA criticism - Black Males reject DEMOCRAT fake pandering - Trump takes ELITIST Bloomberg to school. With guest World Rockumentery LIVE STEAMING on RUMBLE Every Wednesday at 6:30pm PST / 9:30pm EST Watch Video Format on Bitchute email: GenerationMarsPodcast@gma…
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Warren Buffett is warning us of potentially the largest financial crash we've ever experienced. He’s offloading tens of millions in stock, and in this episode, Rob explains what this means for you, and the market and reveals some shocking truths. Rob also shares the best assets to invest in to shield yourself against a crash and maximise your poten…
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Rob warns of the dangers a cashless society could present to society. He talks about the risks with centralised digital currency, what it means for our freedom and how inflation and big corps are already stealing your money without you realising. Kane and Rob live check some of these companies, including Tesco, to prove just how much corruption the…
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Some TV commercials launch catchphrases that stick around long after the original ads. The exclamation Good stuff, Maynard! is still a compliment almost 40 years after it was used in a commercial for Malt-O-Meal hot cereal. And: what do you call that room where the whole family gathers? The family room? The den? The TV room? Names for that part of …
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In this episode of 'Mending Lives,' Jane Houng interviews Mike Lindup, a founder of the jazz-funk band Level 42. This episode moves from their shared history at a specialist music school to an exploration of music's transcendental power to 'express the inexpressible'. With thoughtful insights into the process of songwriting plus amusing anecdotes, …
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Almost 10k millionaires will leave the UK this year. Many people might not have sympathy for billionaires but this many leaving at the same time will have a significant impact on the country. In this episode, Rob talks about the reasons behind the millionaires leaving and what we should be doing as a country instead. KEY TAKEAWAYS Businesses and mi…
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Rob reveals the speculated tax increases by Keir Starmer and why they will devastate so many of the people of the country. However, it’s not all negative as Rob also shares what you can do to help protect yourself and the solutions to some of these issues. KEY TAKEAWAYS Keir accepts thousands of pounds in donations for things that benefit him and h…
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In 1971, when a new public library opened in Troy, Michigan, famous authors and artists were invited to write letters to the city’s youngest readers, extolling the many benefits of libraries. One of the loveliest was from E.B. White, author of Charlotte’s Web. Plus, you may think navel-gazing is a relatively new idea — but it goes back at least to …
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WARNING, This is a rant from Rob surrounding Labour’s concept of an employees' right to switch off. Listen in to find out why Rob thinks this is such a bad idea and why it could backfire for employees, employers and society in the UK. KEY TAKEAWAYS Labours' ‘right to switch off’ is to bring in legislation to prevent employers from contacting employ…
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Since the lockdown in the UK, Rob has warned that a revolution was coming, and that the impacts of lockdown would create at least 10 years of chaos in society and the economy. In this episode, he talks about its implications for free speech and the recent sentencing for an opinion posted by a woman on Facebook and what this means for free speech in…
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What exactly is a planet? Controversy over this question led to Pluto’s redefinition, along with a brand-new English word. And: Some people now use the phrase all the things! to mean and whatnot or you know what I mean. This new sense of all the things comes from a hilarious cartoon in which someone approaches daily tasks with exceptional vigor. Sp…
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If you want to know something about these two charities that Jane Houng established in her deceased daughter's name, this episode is a must! Every journey starts with a single step, often alone, but Jane was fortunate to meet Stavros Mirogiannis midway in her six-year trek. As a director of Becky's Bathhouse in Greece, Stavros shared Jane's vision …
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Prof. Kim Oosterlinck walks us through the strange world of financial (and alternative asset) markets in occupied France. We begin by looking at the economic costs of the Nazi occupation. We then turn to discuss the array of measures that were put in place to force the financial markets to respond in the way the new regime required. How did governm…
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Rob is issuing an emergency house price crash warning! One of the biggest signs of a major house price crash has just happened and in this episode, Rob talks about what this is, the impact it will have as well as the other causes that are putting pressure on house prices. KEY TAKEAWAYS Don’t wait to buy property, buy it and wait, it should always b…
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Rob talks about the less obvious habits that have helped make him a millionaire. These weird habits aren’t things you would learn from TikTok or LinkedIn, they aren’t the typical ‘work hard, get up early’ that are repeated in the self-help or business world, these are 7 of Rob’s specific habits that have helped make him a millionaire! KEY TAKEAWAYS…
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