83: Accent & Social Identity in Speech
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83: Accent & Social Identity in Speech
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Accent is never just pronunciation. It signals where we come from, how we are perceived, and how we are positioned within systems of power.
In this episode of Literary Rides, we explore how accent functions as a marker of social identity and how linguistic profiling shapes opportunities in hiring, housing, and education. Moving from sociolinguistic theory to empirical research, the discussion examines standard language ideology, covert discrimination, and the subtle ways pronunciation becomes a proxy for race and class.
We also consider the psychological impact of accent bias, global perspectives on English varieties, and the politics of “neutral” speech. Designed as a comprehensive study guide, this episode is ideal for postgraduate students, UGC NET aspirants, researchers, and educators interested in language, identity, and social justice.
A rigorous exploration of how speech carries power—and why the politics of pronunciation matter.