Grammar Girl: For Writers and Language Lovers.
QuickAndDirtyTips.comFive-time winner of Best Education Podcast in the Podcast Awards. Grammar Girl provides short, friendly tips to improve your writing and feed your love of the English language. Whether English is your first language or your second language, these grammar, punctuation, style, and business tips will make you a better and more successful writer. Grammar Girl is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast.
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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1100 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureEducation | |||
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1181. This week, we talk to Sarah L. Kaufman about verbs. We look at why English is a "manner verb" superpower and why babies often learn prepositions before actions. Then, we look at how choosing strong, dynamic verbs can actually save lives during ... more
1180. Why does "Ye Olde Shoppe" look old-fashioned? This week, we look at the vanished letters of English — thorn, eth, and yogh — and at why English has so many words that are spelled the same but have different meanings, such as "compact" (an agree... more
1179. This week, we talk to Valerie Fridland, a linguist and professor who grew up in Memphis surrounded by Southern accents and now researches the history and social power of speech. We look at her new book, "Why We Talk Funny: The Real Story Behind... more
1178. Do you cringe when someone says "Hopefully, he'll pass the test"? This week, we look at why "hopefully" as a sentence adverb has been controversial for decades, even though the Associated Press accepted it in 2012, and it's been common since th... more
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- Long time listener
I’ve been listening for over a decade and it’s never repetitive because grammar is complicated. But Mignon distills the info fabulously! I also appreciate the shortness of it. Sometimes I need a quick word nerd fix and this is perfect!
The new interview series is great for longer listens…even if it does put more books on my ever-growing to read list!
Apple Podcasts5Bionic Librarian
United States12 days ago - Connecticut 2
I always learn something, fantastic
Apple Podcasts5Connecticut 2United States19 days ago - A worthwhile listen
This show is always interesting and entertaining!
Apple Podcasts5EarthvillageUnited States7 months ago - Good show, takes ads from oil and gas companies
Too bad, I can’t associate with this. Unsubscribing:(
Apple Podcasts1zs.taskaiUnited States10 months ago I have been listening to Grammar Girl since I've been listening to podcasts (2007?). Episode 1082 is the best of so many Bests. I am a grammar enthusiast and use words and writing in my career. Grammar Girl has made me a better linguist and writer, no doubt. Thank you, Mignon, for being so brilliant and so reliable!
Podcast Addict5a year agoPaddyK013
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Apple Podcasts | #188 | United States/Education |
Apple Podcasts | #78 |  Canada/Education |
Apple Podcasts | #153 |  Australia/Education |
Apple Podcasts | #133 |  Russia/Education |
Apple Podcasts | #185 |  India/Education |
Apple Podcasts | #189 |  United Arab Emirates/Education |
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A concise exploration of language, grammar, and writing that blends accessible tips with expert interviews. Episodes repeatedly cover topics like linguistic variation, typography, etymology, naming and branding, and the evolution of English usage, often illustrated through real-world examples, historical anecdotes, and practical guidance for writers and communicators. A notable strength is the breadth of distinguished guests from linguistics, academia, technology, and typography, which helps listeners see language as a living, evolving tool. The show stands out for delivering compact, actionable insights—ideal for writers, editors, educators, and word nerds looking to sharpen their craft while enjoying engaging conversations about language ... more
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