An Interview with John Morse, Part 1

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Word Matters

Merriam-Webster, New England Public Media

105 episodes

4 months ago

Word Matters is a show for readers, writers, and anyone who's curious about the English language. Join Merriam-Webster editors as they challenge supposed grammar rules, reveal the surprising origins behind words, tackle common questions, and generally geek out about the beautiful nightmare that is our language.

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An Interview with John Morse, Part 1

Word Matters

1 hour 5 minutes 47 seconds

4 months ago

An Interview with John Morse, Part 1

John Morse retired as president and publisher of Merriam-Webster in 2016 after a long career in lexicography that included shepherding the company through periods of enormous change. His story provides insights into publishing in general and lexicography in all its detail-oriented specificity.