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Words for Granted - An etymology and linguistics podcast

by Ray Belli

Words for Granted - An etymology and linguistics podcast

Words for Granted is a podcast that looks at how words change over time. Host Ray Belli uses linguistic evolution as a way of understanding larger historical and cultural changes.

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Latest episodes

  1. The Art of Inventing Languages: Interview with George CorleyOct 18, 2026 · 42m
  2. How Do New Words Get Added to the Dictionary? | Interview with Fiona McPhersonSep 13, 2026 · 49m
  3. A 5,000 Year History of Punctuation: Interview with Florence HazratAug 30, 2026 · 1h 3m