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A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all over

Martha Barnette and Grant Barrett. Produced by Stefanie Levine.

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Fun conversation with callers from all over about new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, word histories, linguistics, dialects, word games, books, literature, writing, and more. Be on the show with author/journalist Martha Barnette and linguist/lexicographer Grant Barrett. Share your thoughts, questions, and stories: https://waywordradio.org/contact or [email protected]. In the US and Canada, call or text 1 (877) 929-9673 toll-free 24/7. Send a voice note or message via What ...
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Drawing upon his experience as a former chief of staff on the Senate Finance Committee and as an Emmy-winning executive producer and writer of ‘The West Wing,’ Lawrence O’Donnell examines the compelling and impactful political stories of the day. Join him every weeknight.
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On Ireland's most cutting edge current affairs show, Matt and his guests provide a running stream of intelligent opinions and heated debates on the issues that matter most to Irish listeners. You might not always agree, but you'll never want to miss a Word.
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Unfolding the Word Podcast is dedicated to deepening your understanding of Scripture and fostering a closer walk with Christ through thoughtful, verse-by-verse Bible studies. Join us as we journey through God’s Word, seeking wisdom and growth in faith.
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Comedian, author, filmmaker, and podcaster Mark Malkoff joins me to talk about his brand-new book Love, Johnny Carson — a deep, affectionate, and revealing look at the life and career of the man who defined late-night television for generations. We dig into: • Why Carson’s impact still looms over every host working today • The behind-the-scenes sto…
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Tonight on The Last Word: Marjorie Taylor Greene says she will resign from Congress. Also, a Fox poll finds Donald Trump’s approval on the economy hits a new low. Plus, officials ousted or fired from Trump’s Justice Department detail the damage done to DOJ. And a Democrat seeks a historic flip in a deep-red Tennessee district. Rep. Eugene Vindman, …
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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for November 22, 2025 is: metonymy • \muh-TAH-nuh-mee\ • noun Metonymy refers to a figure of speech in which a word that is associated with something is used to refer to the thing itself, as when crown is used to mean “king” or “queen.” // Wall Street, Silicon Valley, and Hollywood are common examples of metonymy. …
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Troy Parrott's hattrick in Hungary has kept Ireland's World Cup dream alive but fans will have to fork out a lot of cash if they want to see the Boys In Green take on Czechia in Prague. Lorcan Nyhan, head of training at the Communications Clinic, and Elaine Burke, host of For Tech’s Sake podcast, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending st…
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Matthew Bannister on: Baroness Newlove, who turned a tragic event in her own life into a powerful campaign for victims’ rights. Zoe Wicomb, the South Africa-born author whose novels are set against the backdrop of the apartheid regime. Sir Geoffrey Bindman, the lawyer who helped to shape equality legislation, represented Labour politicians and foug…
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Monday (11/17): Jeremiah 33:1-22; Matthew 27:11-32 Tuesday (11/18): Jeremiah 37:1-21; Matthew 27:33-56 Wednesday (11/19): Jeremiah 38:1-28; Matthew 27:57-66 Thursday (11/20): Daniel 1:1-21; Matthew 28:1-20 Friday (11/21): Daniel 2:1-23; Revelation 18:1-24 Saturday (11/22): Daniel 2:24-49; Revelation 19:1-21 Sunday (11/23): Daniel 3:1-30; Revelation…
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Host Ricky Sacks is joined by regular returning panellists Richard Cracknell, Billie T and opposition returning guest Lee Judges as we build-up to Tottenham Hotspur's trip to The Emirates. The discussion covers key battles, injury updates, and the overall mood heading into the derby. Independent Multi-Award Winning Tottenham Hotspur Fan Channel (Po…
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Bishop Robert Barron Friends, we come to the final weekend of the liturgical year and the celebration of the Solemnity of Christ the King. Now, our country was formed in rebellion against a king, and kingship as a political reality is far removed from us. But what does kingship mean for us spiritually? In a word, everything. If you’re baptized, you…
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In this episode, we sit down with Scott Angelacos—the unmistakable voice behind Bloodlet, Hope & Suicide, and Hollow Leg—to dig into the history, mythology, and lived reality of one of Florida’s heaviest and most influential frontmen. Scott walks us through the early days of Bloodlet, the unique darkness that shaped their sound, and the gritty Flor…
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What is the Baader-Meinhof effect? How many quotes are wrongly attributed to Churchill? What's Jess's funniest linguistics joke? These questions answered, and many more, in a special episode of Words Unravelled featuring League of the Lexicon founder Joshua Blackburn. You can find out more about his board game and accompanying book, The Language-Lo…
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In this episode, we remain in John 7 and listen as Jesus tells His unbelieving brothers, “My time has not yet come, but your time is always here… the world cannot hate you, but it hates Me because I testify that its works are evil.” We explore God’s ordained timing in Christ’s ministry, the uncomfortable truth that the gospel is inherently unpopula…
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Please enjoy this encore of Word Notes. A browser configuration control that prevents accessing resources within a private network. CyberWire Glossary link: ⁠https://thecyberwire.com/glossary/trusted-platform-module⁠ Audio reference link: “⁠TPM (Trusted Platform Module) - Computerphile⁠,” Computerphile, 23 July 2021 Learn more about your ad choices…
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Preacher: Mike Johnson Weekly sermon from the Richmond Church of Christ. Less than 1 mile from the EKU campus. We hope you'll find us to be one of the most welcoming churches in Richmond, KY. For more information about us or online Bible study visit our website http://www.richmondcc.org For questions, comments or suggestions about our video feed pl…
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Charlie Kirk's assassination revealed a disturbing new cultural and political reality for those who share any of Kirk's views: it is possible, in our day and age, to be shot for speaking your mind. How can we recover from this dark event, whose effects have reverberated across the globe? How can we reclaim the possibility of disagreement with each …
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Whippoorwills, bob whites, and chickadees. How do we decide the names of birds and what to call their calls? Plus, the last syllables of Arkansas and Kansas are pronounced differently, but they come from the same etymological root. And: What’s the best word to describe your relationship with someone who’s less than a friend but closer than an acqua…
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The Power of the Turn (Ezekiel and Repentance) What do you do when you miss your exit in life? Do you keep driving and hope for the best, or do you stop and recalculate? The word "repentance" often feels intimidating, but the Prophet Ezekiel had a simpler word for it: Turn. This week we strip away the religious confusion about a "church word" and s…
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Main Point The anointing of the Holy Spirit enables believers to discern the truth and abide in it. This sermon centers on the urgency of the last hour, emphasizing that believers are living in the final era before Christ's return, marked by the rise of false teachers—antichrists—who depart from the faith and deny the true nature of Christ. These d…
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