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A podcast about language and linguistics for A Level English Language students, teachers and anyone else who's interested in language.

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Welcome to Episode 87 of Lexis in which Neil and Dan talk to Sam Hellmuth, Professor of Linguistics at University of York and Devyani Sharma, Professor of Language and Communication at University of Oxford about the 2026 York English Language Toolkit... more

Show notes for Episode 86

⚠️🤬⚠️Contains swearing (obvs) and quite a lot of it…handled seriously and with academic rigour (🧐)⚠️🤬⚠️

Welcome to episode 86 of Lexis in which we go in mob-handed with 5 (count ‘em!) interviewers and Dr Chris Montgomer... more

Show notes for Episode 85

⚠️⚠️⚠️We talk about some topics and forms of language - the language of incels and the manosphere, for example - that might be considered unpleasant and upsetting for some listeners⚠️⚠️⚠️

Welcome to episode 85 of Lexis in ... more

Welcome to episode 84 of Lexis in which we have both an interview and a Lang in the News segment. Amanda and Dan talk to Dr Daria Bahtina, Continuing Lecturer in the Department of Linguistics at UCLA about a lot of things, including:

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Devyani Sharma
Professor of Language and Communication, University of Oxford
University of Oxford
Episode: Episode 87 - York English Language Toolkit 2026 with Devyani Sharma & Sam Hellmuth
Sam Hellmuth
Professor of Linguistics, University of York
University of York
Episode: Episode 87 - York English Language Toolkit 2026 with Devyani Sharma & Sam Hellmuth
Dr. Chris Montgomery
Senior Lecturer in Dialectology, University of Sheffield
University of Sheffield
Episode: Episode 86 - Chris Montgomery & regional swearing
Dr. Daria Bahtina
Continuing lecturer, Department of Linguistics, UCLA
University of California, Los Angeles
Episode: Episode 84 - Daria Bahtina and 'Gen Z slang'
Dr. Sarah Hopkyns
Lecturer/researcher focusing on English in international education and intercultural communication
University of St Andrews; Institute of Education at UCL; Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies
Episode: Episode 83 - Sarah Hopkyns and English in the Gulf
Rianna Walcott
Assistant Professor of Communication, University of Maryland; Associate Director of the Black Communication and Technology Lab
University of Maryland
Episode: Episode 82 - Rianna Walcott & Black Twitter
Matthew Hunt
Lecturer of Sociolinguistics at the University of Southampton
University of Southampton
Episode: Episode 80 - Matthew Hunt on voice pitch
Ben Farnedon
Head of English Language, A Level at Peter Simmons College
Peter Simmons College
Episode: Episode 80 - Matthew Hunt on voice pitch
Charlotte Entwistle
Leverhulme Early Career Research Fellow in Psychology
University of Liverpool
Episode: Episode 79 - Charlotte Entwistle on language & personality disorders

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Lisa Casey
Host of Lexis; longtime presenter coordinating discussions on language and education.
Jacky Glancey
Co-host of Lexis; frequent co-presenter with a focus on sociolinguistics and education.
Dan Clayton
Co-host of Lexis; collaborates on episodes covering language variation and classroom linguistics.
Raj Rana
Guest host/guest contributor with research in sociolinguistics and language in education contexts.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • Not just for A Level students

    I’m a middle aged woman and I like what I’ve heard of this podcast. I think there’s a real need for wider dissemination of linguistics knowledge and this project can be part of meeting that need.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alonna S
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • My college makes me listen to this

    Yeah it’s a good podcast, informative and with wide-ranging expertise. I recommend this to any English Language or Linguistics student.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    review by ls
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Guests are mostly academics, which adds credibility and depth to classroom-relevant insights.
The show helps demystify complex terms for students and teachers alike.
Accessible yet rigorous discussion of linguistics that still feels practical for teaching.
Positive reception of interview style and real-world classroom implications.
Listeners appreciate the breadth of topics from dialects to online language communities.

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Episode 81 - Jessica Aiston & Eltham Hill School students on the language of neurodiversity
Q: What would be the next step in future research that would still respect all autistic people, but also be general enough to be simple to use?
Future research should prioritize terminology that autistic people themselves prefer, expand inclusive sampling, and design studies that balance accessibility with clarity, ensuring that language used in papers and campaigns reflects the terms chosen by the community and avoids reinforcing stigma.
Episode 74 - Laura Smith-Khan and the language of law
Q: What one piece of advice would you give to a wooden linguist?
Follow your interests, as pursuing what you are passionate about will make the work feel rewarding and fulfilling.
Episode 74 - Laura Smith-Khan and the language of law
Q: What's your favorite linguistic fact or idea?
For Laura, the essential link between beliefs about language reflecting beliefs about speakers is crucial in her work.
Episode 74 - Laura Smith-Khan and the language of law
Q: Do you have a favourite linguistic book or text that you would recommend?
Laura suggests checking out the "Language on the Move" website for eclectic and diverse book recommendations on language.
Episode 74 - Laura Smith-Khan and the language of law
Q: Can you tell us a bit more about the ways in which language is relevant to the policing and control of borders?
Laura discusses discourses relating to migration, the impact of language on asylum procedures, and how claims are assessed based on belief and communication dynamics.

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This program centers on language and linguistics with a focus on education-oriented audiences, especially A Level English Language students and teachers. Recent episodes spotlight sociolinguistics, dialectology, multilingual environments, and the social functions of language in digital spaces. Notable is a pattern of hosting university researchers and educators who translate academic insights into classroom-ready ideas, along with practical discussions on methodology, data collection, and language attitudes. The show tends to blend scholarly rigor with accessible storytelling, often exploring regional varieties, youth slang, gendered language, and language in education, making it a strong fit for educators, students, and language-curious pr... more

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1. Devyani Sharma
2. Sam Hellmuth
3. Dr. Chris Montgomery
4. Dr. Daria Bahtina
5. Dr. Sarah Hopkyns
6. Rianna Walcott
7. Matthew Hunt
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