The Indiana Jones of Etymology
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“I love history and I love writing, and this podcast is right up my street indeed, as we explore the evolution of words and the history of language with a genial and engaging host, who combines consummate erudition with bags of entertainment. John McWhorter does for etymology what Indiana Jones did for archaeology!”
Johndhagan via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/09/21
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“John McWhorter has a way of breaking down complex topics to simply them for consumption by all. I love reading his columns so getting to listen to him further explain and teach is even more fantastic. A wonderful podcast all-around!”
Chel811 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
“Great to see you again in a new, but not too different format John! Where else would a Broadway skeptic get a fix of the great and weird tunes of the whole of recorded musical history AND learn about linguistics that apply to current social events! _now_ can I get my episode about Afrikaans...”Read full review »
Keith Duddy via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/16/21
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