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| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 328 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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Listener Kev needs us to unpack John’s comment about “spiders and other bugs.” Does that mean spiders are bugs? And what are the other bugs? Spooky!
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Listener Matt can’t stand it when someone calls a USB cable a wire. But what does John think?
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Who scapes the lands? Who gardens the gardens? Who mows and who blows? Not us!
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John fields some important questions about pasta from listeners Connor, Joshua, and Lee, including the definition of Al Dente and noodles versus pasta.
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I always listen to this show first. Short and fun, well worth going through the whole series.
Sweet and short! Keep it up
Brief little discussions about definitions, wacky in a fun way.
Aside from being guaranteed entertainment and wit, it makes for a quick and cheery listen.
P.S. if you’re new to the show, listen to a new non-robot episode e.g. Bacon, Doors and Is Star Wars Sci-fi, as well as a classic Robot one from the archives.
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A unique podcast focuses on the intricacies of definitions and the evolution of language in a variety of everyday contexts. The hosts engage listeners with thought-provoking dialogues that explore how terms evolve over time and the societal implications of language choices. Each episode examines a specific concept, often triggered by listener inquiries, allowing for a blend of humor and informal banter while providing insightful analysis on topics as diverse as technology, societal norms, and common objects. The show's entertaining approach makes it accessible to a wide audience, appealing to those who appreciate linguistic nuances, philosophy, and cultural discussions.
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Robot or Not? launched 10 years ago and published 328 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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