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Hosted by Martha Barnette and Grant Barrett. Produced by Stefanie Levine.
A Way with Words
language, linguistics, and callers from all over
Light-hearted conversation with callers from all over about new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, language change and varieties, as well as word histories, linguistics, regional dialects, word games, grammar, books, literature, writing, and more.
Be a part of the show with author/journalist Martha Barnette and linguist/lexicographer Grant Barrett. Share your language thoughts, questions, and stories: https://waywordradio.org/contact or [email protected].
In the US 🇺🇸 and Canada 🇨🇦, call 1 (877) 929-9673 toll-free 24/7.
In the UK 🇬🇧, 020 3286 5677. In México 🇲🇽, 55 8421...
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4.6 stars from 2,415 ratings
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“This is a really good show, with lots of learning opportunities.”
Great and the goat via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/16/24
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“This is a really good show, with lots of learning opportunities.”
Great and the goat via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/09/24
My favorite show… A Way With Words.
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“I’ve been listening to this show for well over a decade and it’s entertaining and informative. Great show.”
Speech Leech via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/01/24
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