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Language unites and divides us. It mystifies and delights us. Patrick Cox and Kavita Pillay tell the stories of people with all kinds of linguistic passions: comedians, writers, researchers; speakers of endangered languages; speakers of multiple languages; and just speakers—people like you and me.
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4.8 stars from 810 ratings
Great for lifelong learners
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“A marvelous way to keep the language-learning love spark alive. Also, a great twist to the lost “The world in words”. Although feel free to correct me if this is not a sort of spin-off.”
sebasdcc via Apple Podcasts ·
Taiwan ·
03/09/24
Language Lover’s Dream
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“This podcast is everything I could ask for and more in its thoughtful, well-researched, thoroughly informative and lively presentation of words, languages and linguistics. Had not listened for awhile and the “edible intrigue” episode reminded me how fun and amazing these podcasts are. Love all...”Read full review »
Kat Vida via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/11/21
Intriguing
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“I love all the learning I gain from the various topics. I wish I was a linguist or could speak more than just English. :-(”
chickabilly via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/15/21
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