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Radio Omniglot

Simon Ager
Etymology
Tin
Celtic Languages
Leather
Grass
Proto-Indo-European
Language
Linguistics
Proto-Celtic
Slang
Idioms
Swan
Hivellarian
Language Etymology
Irish
Scottish Gaelic
Furrow
Coda
Nag Chiki
Ubangian

Podcasts about languages and words

PublishesDailyEpisodes49Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Here’s the latest news from the world of Omniglot.

New language pages:

• Ushoji (اُݜوجو), an Eastern Dardic language spoken mainly in the Swat District in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province in northwest Pakistan.

• Aer (آیر), a Western Indo-Aryan lan... more

In this Adventure in Etymology we fish for the origins of the word fish.

Fish [fɪʃ] can refer to:

• A typically cold-blooded vertebrate animal that lives in water, moving with the help of fins and breathing with gills.

• Any animal (or any vertebr... more

Here’s the latest news from the world of Omniglot.

New language pages:

• Turu (Kιnyatυrυ, Kιrιmi), a Bantu language spoken in the Singida Region in central Tanzania.

• Pnar (Ka Ktien Pnar), a Khasi-Palaungic language spoken in northeastern India a... more

In this episode we discover the Celtic roots of words for kingdom, rich and related things in Germanic, Romance and other languages.

The Proto-Celtic word *rīgyom means kingdom, and comes from Proto-Indo-European *h₃rḗǵs (king). Related words in Pro... more

Here’s the latest news from the world of Omniglot.

New language pages:

• Shambala (Kisambaa), a Bantu language spoken in the Tanga Region in northern Tanzania.

• Suabo (nidáibo), a Trans-New Guinea language spoken in Southwest Papua Province in ea... more

What does the word while have to do with resting? Let’s find out in this Adventure in Etymology on Radio Omniglot.

While [waɪl / wæl] as a noun means an uncertain duration of time, a period of time, or an uncertain long (or short) period of time. As... more

Here’s the latest news from the world of Omniglot.

New language pages:

• Rangi (Kɨlaangi), a Bantu language spoken in the Kondoa District of the Dodoma Region in central Tanzania.

• Suabo (nidáibo), a Trans-New Guinea language spoken in Southwest ... more

In this episode we discover the Celtic roots of words for hostage in Germanic languages, and words related to engagement in Finnic languages.

The Proto-Celtic word *geistlos means hostage or bail, and comes from Proto-Indo-European *gʰeydʰ- (to year... more

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Recent Guests

Richard Simcott
Organizer of the Polyglot Conference
Polyglot Conference
Episode: Omniglot News (31/08/25)
Israel Lai
Musician, composer, language enthusiast, and podcaster
Rhapsody in Lingo, Sui Yin Kwong Sang podcast
Episode: Omniglot News (31/08/25)

Host

Simon Eger
Host of various episodes focusing on language learning and linguistics, exploring etymology and cultural connections of words. Active in sharing language resources and engaging with listeners about linguistic creativity.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Amazing companion to an amazing website

    I can't believe that omniglot.com isn't as popular as it should be. It is easily the best resource for anything language-related. I'm a conlanger and this helps me a lot. I'm only a teenager but my dream is to become a linguist and to help save endangered languages. Amazing podcast. So underrated!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AV Exists
    United Statesa year ago
  • Mi amas ĉi tiun podkaston

    Omniglot is one of the most overlooked free language resources on the planet. Simon’s voice reminds me very much of an interactive planetarium toy I had as a child…strangely nostalgic and relaxing to listen to him talk linguistics and etymology. Can’t wait to hear more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rileyIC
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the rich resource of language and etymology shared in each episode, often expressing admiration for the comprehensive coverage of topics related to language learning.
Participants often commend the podcast for its unique perspective on lesser-known languages, reflecting a passion for preserving linguistic diversity.
The engaging presentation style of the host makes complex linguistic concepts accessible and enjoyable, with many noting a nostalgic connection to the way language is explored.

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The content primarily focuses on languages, their origins, and the intricate relationships among various linguistic families. Frequent discussions on etymology highlight the stories behind individual words across different languages, showcasing a unique approach to language learning. Listeners can also engage with updates on lesser-known languages and new language resources, as well as the introduction of innovative scripts and writing systems. The host often invites reflection on linguistic creativity and intertwining culture, making this podcast a rich resource for language enthusiasts and learners who appreciate the historical and cultural contexts behind languages and words.

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Radio Omniglot launched 7 years ago and published 49 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Israel Lai

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