Episodes (Page 3)
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Linguist Adam Aleksic (etymologynerd) explains the origins and meaning behind Gen Z slang and internet memes in his book Algospeak
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Etymologist Adam Aleksic decodes generational slang and meme culture in his book Algospeak, explaining terms like 'skibidi rizz' and 'brainrot'
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Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns discusses his personal journey with fatherhood and the role of grief and loss in his creative work
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Ken Burns examines how origin stories shape collective American identity and why we struggle to recognize flaws in historical heroes
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Author Shannon Hale, joined by Adam Grant and his daughter Joanna, discusses how books teach empathy and shape children's understanding
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Shannon Hale explores how her 50+ books for all ages teach empathy and counter gender stereotypes through storytelling
Shannon Hale