In this episode of CorpusCast, host Dr Robbie Love is joined by Dr Guyanne Wilson, Quirk Lecturer in English Linguistics at University College London, to explore the fascinating role of corpus linguistics in studying World Englishes.

With experience in compiling corpora from Trinidad and Tobago to Uganda, Dr Wilson unpacks the development of these English varieties and the social, linguistic, and historical contexts in which they thrive.

From her academic journey, starting in Trinidad and Tobago, to her current position at UCL as the Quirk Lecturer in English Linguistics, Dr Wilson shares insights into the importance of documenting diverse Englishes, emphasising the value of corpus linguistics in social justice.

The episode looks into the challenges of building corpora, working with historical language data and the evolving norms in English usage around the world. Join us for a discussion into the intersection of linguistics, history and global diversity.