About this episode
This episode explores the evolution of language from the Elizabethan era to modern times, with a focus on cultural references and generational differences.
23/03/2026 "The telephone gesture isn't going away" Ask for W-cheese! In Japan they know what you mean. This episode we're time-travelling, from Elizabethans to Millennials. Or is it time-TRAVELING? We gave you that L in 1776, they say. But what does it mean? Will I shut up and take the L? Listen on to find out! Oxford New Words Plants of Interest Bulrush / Cattail Deep Dive Generations Cryptic Corner - Music by Kevin MacLeod, arranged by Kit Foxley Also featuring the song: "X-Men '97 Theme" by The Newton Brothers.
People in this episode
Host: Kit Foxley
Topics covered
- language evolution
- time travel
- generational differences
- cultural references
- music analysis
Keywords
- telephone gesture
- time-traveling
- Elizabethans
- Millennials
- language
- cultural references
- music
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: The Newton Brothers
Books & works: X-Men '97 Theme, Oxford New Words, Plants of Interest, Bulrush / Cattail, Deep Dive Generations, Cryptic Corner
Places: Japan
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