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You're Saying It Wrong

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British English
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American English
Shakespeare
Cranberry Morphemes
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Ambiguity Of English
Stress In Language
Indict and Indite

From KMUW Studios and part of the NPR Podcast Network, You're Saying It Wrong is a podcast that looks at what we get wrong—and what we sometimes get right—when it comes to this English language. Hosted by KMUW's Fletcher Powell, each episode features a conversation with the sister and brother who wrote the book on it. Literally. You're Saying It Wrong: A Pronunciation Guide to the 150 Most Commonl... more

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We look at word-for-word translations from other languages that become common phrases in English.

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No, this time the F isn't for for Fail, it's for Fun! And Fantastic! And Fabulous! We return to our series looking at the hardest words ever found on the SAT with a dive into the English alphabet's sixth letter.

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A listener email prompts us to try to get a handle on Irish spellings and pronunciations. It doesn't go well!

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What happens when you remove an entire verb from the English language? Chaos! Well, not quite. But it used to cause Kathy quite a bit of consternation. Also: we try to nail down the correct spellings of various grunts and murmurs.

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Fletcher Powell
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4.8 out of 5 stars from 227 ratings
  • Delightful

    These three bring such appreciation of how we all communicate. Super smart, relatable and hilarious ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BaeBae106
    United States2 months ago
  • Who knew?

    This podcast is so fun and informative and just makes me happy 🥰 these three are clearly great friends and I just love how they play.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alliespn
    United Statesa year ago
  • Uh-mazing!

    Not only is this podcast a personal fav, I also force my classes of high school students to listen to various episodes thanks to the trio’s clean and humorous approach to podcasting. High level epistemologies are broken down clearly and widespread misnomers are clarified through a laugh-along convo. Def worth every penny of this free subscription!

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    5
    Pyzema
    United Statesa year ago
  • I want to be your friend.

    Seriously, I love this podcast. And you’re so much fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jolmon
    United Statesa year ago
  • Attention all nerds!!

    This show is fabulous. Lots of fun spelling, definition and vocabulary tips and they don’t take themselves to seriously! Sometimes I am laughing out loud in my car. Thanks so much to the creators!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P-Tam
    United States2 years ago

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Many highlight the engaging dynamics between the hosts, noting their camaraderie and lighthearted approach to language discussions.
The podcast is frequently recommended for its ability to make learning about language feel fun and accessible.
Listeners appreciate the humor and educational value, often describing the show as both informative and entertaining.
Some listeners express a desire for more frequent episodes, but overall feedback is overwhelmingly positive.

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The Graham Cracker Rule of 'Those Ones'
Q: What's the difference between none is versus none are?
Both are grammatically correct; typically, none is used as singular, but none are is common in modern usage.
The Graham Cracker Rule of 'Those Ones'
Q: Do you say a leafed plant or a leaved plant?
It's commonly said as a green-leaved plant; however, both terms can be used.
Petty Pet Peeves for Persnickety Pedants
Q: Who was Victor Frankenstein's first assistant?
Apparently, there wasn't a real assistant according to the book, as the character Igor actually came from theatrical adaptations.
Petty Pet Peeves for Persnickety Pedants
Q: Why would someone get irritated if they heard someone else talk about how Frankenstein marauded through the village and was terrified of fire?
Frankenstein was the name of the doctor, and his monster was not named Frankenstein, and it's unlikely that the doctor would be the one marauding through the village.
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Q: When do you use 'toward' and when do you use 'towards'?
In American English, 'toward' is preferred, while 'towards' is more common in British English.

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This podcast offers a lively and engaging exploration of the English language, focusing on common misconceptions, mispronunciations, and the evolution of language over time. The engaging hosts—Fletcher Powell, along with siblings Kathryn and Ross Petras, who are recognized authors in the field—combine their expertise with humor to create an instructional yet entertaining experience. Each episode dives into various language-related topics, including linguistic quirks, grammar debates, and pronunciation pet peeves, often backed by anecdotes that illustrate the rich historical context of the words discussed.

What sets this podcast apart is its unique blend of education and entertainment, framed through amusing commentary that appeals to langu... more

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