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American Slang
Anne Haggerson
13 episodes
1 week ago
This show is about the connection between language and culture and about slang. Slang is a type of informal language that is typically spoken in certain areas or by a group of people. Slang is humorous and creative, and it certainly makes speaking English more entertaining. Culture is dynamic. Language is dynamic. The intense interaction between language and culture makes new words emerge in diverse places. We will be careful not to use derogatory language that promulgates structures of oppression. Rather, we will explore the creative dimensions of words and how they are constantly changing.
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This show is about the connection between language and culture and about slang. Slang is a type of informal language that is typically spoken in certain areas or by a group of people. Slang is humorous and creative, and it certainly makes speaking English more entertaining. Culture is dynamic. Language is dynamic. The intense interaction between language and culture makes new words emerge in diverse places. We will be careful not to use derogatory language that promulgates structures of oppression. Rather, we will explore the creative dimensions of words and how they are constantly changing.
Show more...
Language Learning
Education
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Knot your Average Pastimes: Crochet and Culture with Helen
American Slang
28 minutes 19 seconds
1 year ago
Knot your Average Pastimes: Crochet and Culture with Helen

💬 Show Notes

Dive into the crafty world of crochet and the imaginative realms of tabletop gaming in this cozy episode of American Slang with our returning favorite, Helen.

From the comforting click of a crochet hook to the roll of dice in Dungeons and Dragons, Helen takes us through her top hobbies which are stitching together communities and sparking creativity off-screen. Whether she’s unraveling yarn on the train or conjuring characters in Dungeons & Dragons, Helen's passions are a testament to the therapeutic and social power of traditional pastimes in our modern age. Plus, we'll unravel the meaning behind idioms like "frogging your work," "stick to your knitting," and "throw in the towel," and discover how they weave into the fabric of everyday conversation. Get ready to be charmed by tales of handmade warmth, shared potlucks, and the timeless allure of a good book. It's an episode that'll knock your socks off and leave you smiling!


Tune in, get inspired, and maybe even pick up a hook or a set of dice yourself. And remember, when it comes to life's rich tapestry, sometimes the best thing to do is stick to your own knitting. Enjoy the yarns we spin in this episode, and don't forget to check out the transcript for a full pattern of idioms and expressions discussed!


Listen now to American Slang, where hobbies and expressions intertwine. 🧶🎲📚

Link to webpage and transcript:  https://movingenglishlessons.com/a-podcast-about-hobbies/

American Slang
This show is about the connection between language and culture and about slang. Slang is a type of informal language that is typically spoken in certain areas or by a group of people. Slang is humorous and creative, and it certainly makes speaking English more entertaining. Culture is dynamic. Language is dynamic. The intense interaction between language and culture makes new words emerge in diverse places. We will be careful not to use derogatory language that promulgates structures of oppression. Rather, we will explore the creative dimensions of words and how they are constantly changing.