33 min

Exploring the 'Funnest' Parts of Language with Anne Curzan Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing

    • Education

980. This week, I talk with with Anne Curzan about the fascinating world of language evolution, her new book, "Says Who? A Kinder, Funner Usage Guide for Everyone Who Cares About Language," and why linguists should take marketing tips from Apple and why Ben Franklin thought the word "colonize" was bad.

  • Mignon Fogarty, Inc.

980. This week, I talk with with Anne Curzan about the fascinating world of language evolution, her new book, "Says Who? A Kinder, Funner Usage Guide for Everyone Who Cares About Language," and why linguists should take marketing tips from Apple and why Ben Franklin thought the word "colonize" was bad.

33 min

  • Mignon Fogarty, Inc.

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