The Wisdom and Wonder of Words

The Wisdom and Wonder of Words

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The Wisdom and Wonder of Words episodes

  • Series 2 Language Learning Episode 3 The Science of Slipups

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    After this episode you will realize that making verbal missteps or verbal blunders does not have to be quite so embarrassing or blush-worthy. There is science behind why these mistakes occur and it shows that verbal miscues are just the brain showing its incredible agility and speed!

    18 min
  • Series 1 Parts of Speech Episode 5 Pronouns

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    Pronouns - they do so much more than replace nouns!  Listen along as we tease apart the many functions of pronouns and gain an understanding of how they impact speaking and writing in English. Tiny words - but they pack a punch!

    28 min
  • Series 2 Language Learning Episode 2 Brain Training

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    In this episode, we continue our journey into the fascinating world of language and the brain. Not only do babies babble with a purpose (discussed in Episode 1!), but everyone can train their brain for life-long learning.  Episode 2 in this series provides some practical strategies for increasing your brain power!  Listen up!

    32 min
  • Series 1 Parts of Speech Episode 4 - Adverbs!

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    In this episode we will explore why the simple definition of an adverb (a word that modifies a verb) is woefully inadequate. Adverbs actually modify almost any word that is not a noun and can even modify an entire sentence! While often confusing, adverbs have a unique place in English grammar because they can bring insight and nuance when used correctly.  

    31 min
  • Series 1 Parts of Speech Episode 3 - Adjectives!

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    Episode 3 discusses the wonderful world of adjectives!  They add descriptions, color, and details to our world!  Oddly enough, they are not truly necessary, but they drive away bland language and allow us to visualize language more clearly. Jump in - there is a dynamic and lovely world that awaits!

    29 min
  • Series 1 Parts of Speech Episode 2 - Verbs!

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    Verbs - where all the action is (or isn't!)! Verbs carry a lot of responsibility in the English language.  Truth be told, without them, coherent language would be almost impossible! This episode explores what verbs are, how they work, their tense, mood, voice, and aspect, and so much more!

    35 min

About The Wisdom and Wonder of Words

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This podcast is a smart  (and hopefully humorous) contrast to all the typical noise in our world, with a particular focus on the English language. A place where we can dig into interesting…