From “brainrot” to “yapping,” a lot of modern slang is actually repurposed century-old lingo. It’s a topic that New York Times wordplay reporter and language lover Sam Corbin has recently focused on, noting that in addition to the expected neologisms, Gen Alpha is also spouting century-old vocabulary words like “skedaddle” and “diabolical.” We ask what makes some old-timey words choice for the picking, and why “goon,” “sheesh” and possibly even “whence” are having a post-millennial moment.

Guest: Sam Corbin, New York Times Games Section columnist

Preserving West Augustine

A program designed to stave off gentrification — and Airbnb-ification — was recently launched in the community of West Augustine. Situated west of U.S. 1, the neighborhood is both historic and historically disenfranchised, while also a prime location for infill development. In order to keep families in homes and older residents from being priced out of the community, the city of St. Augustine established the Revive & Restore Residential Repair Grant Program. Modeled after a similar, successful initiative in the city’s Lincolnville neighborhood, the program offers grants up to $25,000 for income-qualified West City residents to conduct needed home repairs. We ask the program administrator how the city plans to measure success.

Guest: Jaime D. Perkins, community services director, city of St. Augustine

Thinking, and buying, green

Customers, especially those under 40, say sustainability is a purchasing priority. But many are skeptical about corporate claims of environmental stewardship, and others find buying responsibly cost-prohibitive. The North Florida Green Chamber aims to bridge that divide, helping promote local businesses that truly embody planet-first priorities, while also affordably platforming the companies under their green umbrella. We ask three chamber partners how the First Coast is faring when it comes to generating and preserving the color of money.

Guests:

• Dolly Penland, chair and board member, North Florida Green Chamber
• Corey Jones, secretary and board member, North Florida Green Chamber
• Craig Barzso, director, North Florida Green Chamber Solar Collective and president, AltWays Solar