A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over

Martha Barnette and Grant Barrett. Produced by Stefanie Levine.

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Fun conversation with callers from all over about new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, word histories, linguistics, dialects, word games, books, literature, writing, and more.Be on the show with author/journalist Martha Barnette and linguist/lexicographer Grant Barrett. Share your thoughts, questions, and stories: https://waywordradio.org/contact or words@waywordradio.org.In the US and Canada, call or text 1 (877) 929-9673 toll-free 24/7.Send a voice note or message via WhatsApp, 16198004443.From everywhere, call or text +1 (619) 800-4443.Past episodes, show notes, full search, more: https://waywordradio.org.A Way with Words is listener-supported! https://waywordradio.org/donate ❤️ Listen without ads here...

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