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Neologisms, Technology, and Acronyms Episode | The Word Nerds

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This weekly podcast explores words, language, and why we say the things we do. It is a relaxed but well informed exploration of language change, slang, taboo words, and other modes of expression on the edge of "standard" language. It will also feature new

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DATE : Sat, 30 Apr 2005 10:38:42 EDT
Entered in Database : 2005-04-30 10:38:42
length : 28785222
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Dave responds to a query from Dreadful Snake Radio about the word "grim." (1:40)

Dave and Howard Shepherd talk about technological neologisms such as "iPod" and "firmware." (5:00)

Rude word of the week: "crap" (15:40)

Howard and Dave share some favorite abbreviations and obfuscatory acronyms. (23:40)

Music:
"Boom Boom," by Loren Schulte (12:16)
"How I Feel Around You," by Violaine (20:07)

time: 29:59
size: 27.5 Mb

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