Go straight to the archives!
There are 5+ years of excellent archives of Lexicon Valley from when it was hosted by Bob Garfield/Mike Vuolo and then the brilliant John McWhorter. Go straight to the archives and skip the lackluster “spectacular vernacular” rebrand. The reboot seems to be a result of the talent leaving to make their shows for a different studio. The new version of the show is uninspired, sounds like sponsored content.
brontel_muskel via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/03/21
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As an English teacher and a lover of words, this is my ideal podcast. It's intelligent, witty, and informational without being bland or dry. If you're not a lover of language it may not be your cup of tea, but if you're a word nerd, this will likely become one of your favorites.Read full review »
ajgraham1 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/05/12
1) An intelligent conversation about language and usage. 2) Free from the pedantic and prescriptive rules that defy the fact in front of our faces every day. 3) Does the research -- or at least talks to those who do -- to uncover the myths about our language and it's "correct"...Read full review »
ceolaf via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/12/12
Big fan of this podcast. The presenters manage to balance a passion for usage without being too pedantic. I hope slate keeps this podcast going.
dunle via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 03/22/12
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