There are over 3 million full-time teachers in the United States. Add in part-time teachers, support staff, administrators, and board members, and you have a lot of people who have dedicated their lives to educate the lives of others. We believe in providing a platform where educators can gather to share, learn, and encourage others. Because at the end of the day, we are all Anchored in Education.
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US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, hosted by the dynamic duo of Bill Baker of Eagles Overseas Rugby and John Fitzpatrick of Rugby Morning, is a captivating blend of insightful rugby discussions, entertaining banter, and a celebration of the sport’s spirit. With their wealth of knowledge and infectious enthusiasm, Baker and Fitzpatrick create an engaging space for rugby enthusiasts to connect and revel in the game’s glory. Whether delving into the latest matches or sharing anecdotes with special guest ...
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Five-time winner of Best Education Podcast in the Podcast Awards. Grammar Girl provides short, friendly tips to improve your writing and feed your love of the English language. Whether English is your first language or your second language, these grammar, punctuation, style, and business tips will make you a better and more successful writer. Grammar Girl is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast.
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The “Incredible” New USA Men’s Rugby 7s Head Coach, Simon Amor
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, new USA Rugby Men’s 7s Head Coach, Simon Amor, joins Bill & Fitzy to talk about taking the gig, and following in Mike Friday’s footsteps. Did you know Simon played under Mike Friday? Also, what an amazing time to come in the American program with World Cups and Olympics on the horizon. Simon talks of …
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Can AI really write? A no-nonsense discussion, with Christopher Penn
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1021. This week, Christopher Penn talks about the role of AI tools like ChatGPT in writing and editing. We look at common misconceptions about how AI works and best practices for writing prompts. We also talk about privacy concerns, bias, fact-checking, and our concerns for the future. Whether you use these tools daily, tried them a long time ago a…
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How to talk like a chef. The Michigander controversy. Jakey.
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1020. This week, we shed light on quirky restaurant slang like “kill it” and “Chef Mike.” Then, we tackle the long-standing debate over what to call residents of Michigan — "Michiganders" or "Michiganians" — and what Abraham Lincoln has to do with it. The "kitchen lingo" segment is by Susan K. Herman, a retired multidisciplined language analyst, ed…
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WXV1… England, France, Ireland.. USA Women’s Rugby Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, USA Women’s Rugby Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka, joins the show to talk about the Eagle’s WXV1 performance against England and their upcoming matches against France and Ireland. How important is it for the growth of the Women’s program to be in the top flight competition? Sione talks about Alez Kelter, t…
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To The Moon and back again… Scott Lawrence, USA Men’s Rugby Head Coach
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, USA Men’s Rugby Head Coach, Scott Lawrence talks about the Eagles’ PNC performance, the games that got away from them and what they need to work on. Also, the growth of the Pathway’s Program, is it working? Is Major League Rugby currently slowing down the national team’s growth? Those and so much more…
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How writers navigate failure and find success, with Jonathan Small
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1019. This week, Jonathan Small, author of "Write About Now," shares what he's learned about the common struggles writers face throughout their careers. His book highlights stories from bestselling authors about their beginnings, the risks they took, and how they handled early rejection. I was especially surprised by the stories of shockingly bold …
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From game boards to boardrooms. Commas with participial phrases. Gritties.
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1018. This week, we look at the meanings of the word "board," including the differences between board games, table games, and table-top games. We also look at the punctuation of participial phrases, helping you understand when to use commas in sentences like "She yelled at me, making me cry" versus "She is the lady making me cry." The "board" segme…
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USA Rugby and MLR Update!
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Bill & Fitzy cover the latest in USA Rugby, MLR and WER news, including the recently wrapped up Men’s PNC, the upcoming WXV1 for the USA Women, MLR moves for both players and coaches, where will the Dallas players end up? And, what’s the latest on the new domestic professional women’s competit…
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From 'gobsmacked' to 'ginger': The British invasion of American English, with Ben Yagoda
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1017. How did British words find their way into American English? Author Ben Yagoda shares insights with us from his new book "Gobsmacked!" We learn about words like "brilliant" and "ginger" that have crossed the pond, some words you might think came from Britain (but didn't), which politicians are prone to using Britishisms, and why some adopted t…
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Why some verb sets are so odd (like 'go/went'). Corporate euphemisms. Goggy.
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1016. This week, we look at why some verbs are so irregular that their forms don't even seem related, like "go" and "went." Then, we look at the surprising finding that corporate euphemisms are worse than annoying — they can also hurt a company's stock price. The "suppletion" segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguistics at th…
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PNC… WXV… Peterson… Benson… Let’s do this!
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Men’s Captain, Greg Peterson joins Bill and John from Japan as the Eagles prepare to take on Samoa for PNC Bronze. How’s the food in Japan, and how did her get that big ole shiner below his left eye?! Then USA Women and Sale Sharks prop, Catie Benson comes on to talk about her Eagles’ prep…
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What's new in the Chicago Manual of Style (18th edition), with Russell Harper and Mary Laur
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1015. The Chicago Manual of Style is updated every seven years, and this year's update is a big one! I talked with two of the editors — Russell Harper and Mary Laur — about the major changes, how the decisions get made, and the history of the CMOS (pronounced "sea moss"). 🔗 Share your familect recording in a WhatsApp chat. 🔗 Watch my LinkedIn Learn…
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Do words like 'mandate' and 'cockamamie' come from words for men? Grammatical doppelgangers. A pair of teeth.
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1014. This week, we debunk misconceptions about gendered language, tracing the etymology of words like "cockamamie" and "gynecology." We also look at the flexibility of English grammar, examining how common words like "that" and "up" can function as different parts of speech in various contexts. The "gendered words" segment was written by Samantha …
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The Vegan Rugger, Seattle Seawolves’ and Former 7s Star, Malacchi Estrada
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, newly signed Seattle Seawolves’ wing and center, Malacchi Estrada joins Bill and Fitzy to talk about returning to the game of 15s with Seattle, and his days as a 7s player. Is he done with 7s? Is he shooting for a spot in the 2027 Rugby World Cup? Would Malacchi eat meat just for a spot on the…
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What fiction writers know about avoiding stereotypes, with Alex Temblador
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1013. How can fiction writers create diverse, authentic characters without relying on stereotypes? Alex Temblador, author of "Writing An Identity Not Your Own," tackles this question and more. Learn about the importance of community engagement in research, the pitfalls of overemphasizing certain character traits, and techniques for editing with an …
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'Tea' or 'chai'? Why we misspeak. Fellatone.
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1012. Most words are different in different languages, but water from steeped leaves has only two main names: tea and chai. We look at why! Also, if you've ever mixed up words, like calling a butterfly a "flutterby," you'll love learning about what these slips of the tongue tell us about how we form sentences. The "tea" segment was written by Valer…
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The language of liars. 'Legendary,' 'famous,' or 'notorious'? Fish shapes.
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1011. This week, we look at language patterns that may indicate someone is lying, such as how often they say "um" and the diversity of the words they use. Then we tease out the difference between being legendary, famous, infamous, and notorious. The "language of lying" segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguistics at the Unive…
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2024 MLR Draft Recap with Alex Goff, #1 overall pick, Erich Storti, #6 pick, Aiden King & #14 pick, Matt Carrion
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Goff Rugby Report’s Alex Goff recaps the 2024 MLR Collegiate Draft with Bill and Fitzy, who were surprise picks, which team’s had the best drafts, and how did MLR Rising impact this year’s draft? Also, #1 overall pick, Erich Storti, #6 pick, Aiden King & #14 pick, Matt Carrion join in to talk …
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Cat Idioms. 'Summerween' and other blends. Bankery
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1010. We'd never be accused of belling the cat, but we did let our curiosity get the best of us when sniffing around common cat-related idioms. Plus, little did we know that we're already in Augtober and Summerween! Grab a pumpkin-spiced treat and come on an adventure through the looking glass to learn about portmanteau words. The "cat idoims" segm…
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Bronze Medal Winning Coach, USA Women’s 7s’ Emilie Bydwell
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Women’s 7s Head Coach, Emilie Bydwell, joined Bill and Fitzy to talk USA’s Olympic performance, especially that reviting Bronze medal win over Australia. So muc I bet you didn’t know about that play! US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and ana…
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Apostrophes have always been confusing. 'First' or 'firstly'? Trudy!
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1009. If you think apostrophes are confusing today, wait until you hear how people used them 100s of years ago! Ammon Shea has some wild stories. Plus, should you use "first," "second," and "third" or "firstly," "secondly," and "thirdly"? Ammon Shea is the author of "Bad English," "Reading the OED." 🔗 Share your familect recording in a WhatsApp cha…
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Our Exit Interview with Former USA 7s Men’s Head Coach, Mike Friday
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Mike Friday, who recently announced he is stepping down as the USA 7s Men’s Head Coaching role after a decade at the helm joins Bill and John to talk about his time building the men’s programs, the difficulties of doing so and the high’s he experienced. Mike also talks about the side’s difficu…
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When to use 'the' before a noun. Why rhymes help us remember. Opening a lime.
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1008. We look at why you have to use "the" before some nouns and not others, and then we dive into the science behind why rhymes stick in our memory and how they can even influence our beliefs. The "articles before nouns" segment was written by Neal Whitman, an independent writer and consultant specializing in language and grammar and a member of t…
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Olympic Bronze Medalist, Ariana Ramsey
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA 7s Olympic Bronze Medalist, Ari Ramsey joins Bill and Fitzy from Paris to talk about Team USA’s epic last second win over Australia to secure USA Women their first ever Olympic medal. Ari breaks down that final play, was it planned? And what was going thru their minds while celebrating tha…
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Back-to-back MLR Champ Head Coach, New England Free Jacks’ Scott Mathie
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The first head coach in MLR history to win back-to-back MLR Championships, New England Free Jacks’ Scott Mathie joins Bill and Fitzy to talk about their finals win over Seattle, the last team to win back-to-back finals. Was he confident from the beginning they could repeat? Also, what is th eplan this offseason? US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is brought …
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Why singers lose their accents. Why the 'I before E' rule is weird.
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1007. Why do Adele and Susan Boyle sound American when they sing? We have answers. Plus, with all the talk about "weird" lately, we think it's time to examine the old "I before E except after C" rule that has so many exceptions it's hardly a rule at all — until you add W for "weird." The singing segment is written by Susan K. Herman, a former multi…
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USA U20’s star wing, potential USA Eagles star of the future, Keelan Farrell
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Merey 19 years old, Keelan Farrell is turning heads in the USA Rugby program. Scorer of 7 tries in the World Rugby Trophy competition this summer, Keelan has set his eyes on progressing up the USA Eagles ladder. Will we see him in MLR soon? Time will tell. US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics p…
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The power of giving, Traci Young’s life-saving gift to rugby great, Mike Tolkin
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On this special episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Rugby Hall of Famer, Mike Tolkin, and Texas Rugby Hall of Fame inductee, Traci Young, join Bill & John to talk about Traci’s amazing gift to Mike, 60% of her liver to save his life. What went into that decision to donate a living organ for Traci, the rugby community’s support for b…
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Why 'I' takes plural verbs. Making names that end in S, like Harris and Biles, possessive. Marinate.
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1006. We look at why the pronoun "I" seems to take plural verbs, and then we talk about a grammar topic that's in the news: how to make names that end in S (like Harris and Biles) possessive. | Share a recording of your familect story with me on WhatsApp, Threads, Instagram, or Mastodon. | Edited transcript with links: https://grammar-girl.simpleca…
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Olympic Glory and MLR Champs… TV Commentator and Former USA 7s Eagle, Dallen Stanford
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Former USA 7s Eagle and current Rugby Commentator, Dallen Stanford joins Bill and Fitzy to talk about the kick off of Olympic 7s, USA Men and Women’s medaling prospect, and we dive into the MLR Playoffs. Who wins it all this year!? Bill, Fitzy and Dallen don’t agree. This show is sponsored by …
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A brief history of English (aka when they spoke French in England). Killer death meat.
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1005. You asked, so I have a brief history of English from invading Germanic tribes to the Modern English era. We talk about Vikings, the Norman Conquest, the Black Death, the Tyndale Bible, the printing press, and more. | Share a recording of your familect story with me on Threads, Instagram, or Mastodon. | Edited transcript with links: https://gr…
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The power of words: Conscious language, with Karen Yin
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1004. This week, Karen Yin, author of "The Conscious Style Guide," discusses the concept of conscious language and its importance in promoting equity and respect. We explore the differences between conscious language and political correctness, the evolution of the singular "they," and how to navigate language change. Karen also shares insights on a…
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USA Summer Series Discussion with former USA Eagle and Broadcaster, Will Hooley
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Bill and Fitzy welcome form USA Eagle back and current broadcaster, Wil Hooley to the show to chat about the Eagles’ recent losses to Romania and Scotland. Should we be worried? Also, Will dives into the broadcasting side. Which was harder, playing in his first international match, or doing br…
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How to write about zero. Are your emails accidentally rude? PAPST.
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1003. This week, we look at zero — what a weird number! It has two plurals, sometimes you use the word and sometimes you use the numeral, and it gave rise to a bunch of idioms in the World War II era. Then we turn our attention to email. Generational differences can lead to misunderstandings. We explain why and how to avoid them. | Edited transcrip…
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Hockey to Rugby, Tough-Sport Play by Play Man, Ben Holden
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Bill and Fitzy discuss the roster’s for both the U20 and Senior men for this Friday’s matches. Then, Rugby play by play announcer, Ben Holden, joins Bill and Fitzy to talk broadcasting the USA vs Scotland match in DC and nuances of broadcasting MLR games from a studio. Who’s tougher, Ice Hocke…
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AI: Friend or foe? A conversation with Martha Brockenbrough
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1002. This week, Mignon talks with author Martha Brockenbrough about the good and bad sides of using artificial intelligence for writing and education, including ethical concerns about using AI-generated content, strategies for teaching writing in the age of AI, and the potential effects on teachers' jobs. Martha's new book, "Future Tense": https:/…
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The unspoken rules of adjectives. The rise of 'yeah-nah.' Sundies
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1001. This week, we explore the often-overlooked rules for ordering adjectives in English and when to use commas between them. Then, spurred by a recent shout-out at a Taylor Swift concert in Australia, we look at the rise of the phrase "yeah-nah" (and its American cousin "yeah-no"). | Edited transcript with links: https://grammar-girl.simplecast.c…
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Grammar Girl at 1000: Words, wisdom, and a dash of whimsy
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1000. In this special 1000th episode, I take the hot seat to answer your questions. Hear what made the first year of the podcast so wild, what I wish I had done differently, what mistakes I still make, how I still find fresh topics after all these years, and the title of my secret dream show (hint: it involves penguins!). It's a celebration of lang…
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The birth of American English. How to recognize a phrasal verb. Cucka-nucka.
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999. This week, we look at what shaped early American English, from Native American words to Noah Webster's spelling reforms. Then, we explore phrasal verbs, looking at their grammatical peculiarities and some tips to distinguish them from other types of verbs. The "American English" segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguisti…
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Buying your hometown newspaper, with Samantha & Greg Enslen
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998. This week, I talked with Samantha and Greg Enslen, who recently purchased their hometown newspaper, the "Tippecanoe Gazette" in Tipp City, Ohio. Sam and Greg shared how they are making it work, from updating antiquated systems to expanding news coverage and readership. We also discussed balancing print and digital content, the challenges of ad…
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'Which' versus 'that.' Words for walking. Bottleadammit.
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997. This week, I help you learn (and remember!) the difference between "which" and "that" with practical tips and examples about cupcakes. Then, we take a linguistic stroll through walking-related terms, including "perambulate," "sashay," and "traipse." The "words for walking" segment was written by Michaela Dunn, a Wyoming-based editor and publis…
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Rugby to Marathons, ZERO-G Crazyness; USA Eagle, Christian Dyer
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Bill and Fitzy spend time going over the 30-man USA Eagles roster to go up against Romania ans Scotland, who’s in and who’s out. Then, USA Eagle and Houston SaberCats Wing, Christian Dyer joins in to talk about the Eagles and this Summer’s matchups, Houston SaberCats chances of winning it all …
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The Hidden Stories of African American English with Dr. Sonja Lanehart
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996. This week, you'll learn about the rich linguistic history of African American English with Dr. Sonja Lanehart, an advisor to the Oxford Dictionary of African American English. We talked about what goes into making an entirely new dictionary and about some of the first entries, including "kitchen," "Aunt Hagar's Children," and "do rag." Find Dr…
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The art of punctuation and the charm of 'kerfuffle.' Nicing.
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995. This week, we look at when to use parentheses, dashes, and commas and how the choice can change the tone of your writing. Then, we dive into the history of words for describing a big fuss — "kerfuffle," "hullabaloo," "hoopla," and more. The "big fuss" segment was written by Samantha Enslen, who runs Dragonfly Editorial. You can find her at Dra…
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USA Men’s Pathways In Good Hands; USA Men’s U20’s Head Coach, Neets Gericke
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Men’s U20 Head Coach, Neets Gericke, join Bill and John to talk about USA’s success over Canada, qualifying for the World Rugby U20 Trophy in Edinburgh, Scotland in July. Neets, working alongside Scott Lawrence, are building a program for the future of the USA Eagles. Will they top last ye…
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Determined to Succeed in Scotland; U20’s Captain, Dom Besag
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At only 19 years old, Saint Mary’s College center, Dom Besag has already earned his senior USA cap, won a national collegiate title and just recently, captained USA U20’s to two consecutive wins over Canada to secure another trip to the World Rugby U20s Trophy in Scotland this July. What does it mean to get back there to Dom, and what will it take …
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Exploring the Language of 'Dune': An Interview with Kevin J. Anderson and Scott Brick
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994. This week, I sat down with the prolific "Dune" author Kevin J. Anderson and the famed "Dune" narrator Scott Brick to explore the language challenges in the "Dune" series. Learn how Kevin and Scott navigated Frank Herbert's original vocabulary, stayed true to the cultural influences of the names and terms, and created an extensive pronunciation…
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The power of sign language in 'Dune.' The words we use for dad. Chee
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993. This week, we cover the strategic use of sign language by the Bene Gesserit in the 'Dune' movies, including its importance in covert communication. Then, we look at the many words for 'father' and their historical and linguistic significance, from early baby talk to more formal terms for adults. Dune sign language supercut video: https://youtu…
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From Zebre to DC, Azzurri to Eagle; Old Glory Center, Tommaso Boni
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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Eagle and Old Glory DC Center, Tommaso Boni joined Bill and Fitzy to talk about Old Glory’s season, his move from Zebre to Washington, as well as his decision to play for the Eagles. Also, Tommaso gives a great explanation of Scott Lawrence’s ZERO-G training and who should we be looking ou…
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The crossword craze — now and then — with Ben Zimmer
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992. What began as a simple word game in 1913 sparked a nationwide craze just a decade later, causing a moral panic and changing American publishing forever. This week, Ben Zimmer, a prolific crossword constructor and language commentator, takes us through the crossword puzzle's surprising early history and enduring legacy. He also explores the mod…
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