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This witty and unexpected show brings you toponyms, abbreviations, euphemisms, old words, new words, cockney rhyming slang and Greek gobbledegook. Find out the meaning of words like giff-gaff, knock-knobbler and buckfitches; the difference between French marbles, French velvet and the French ache; hear the glorious poetry of the English language, as practiced from writers varying from William Shakespeare to Vanilla Ice; and spend time laughing and learning with some of the finest Wordaholics in the business.

Ponder the world's most pressing and seemingly pointless questions with Iain Lee and guests.

This fascinating collection of archive interviews with Muhammad Ali begins in 1965 with an interview with Harry Carpenter, and culminates with a TV interview with Joanna Lumley in 1989. Along the way Ali makes several famous appearances on Parkinson in the 1970s, and talks to David Frost in The...

Dame Emma Thompson, DBE, is one of Britain's most acclaimed actresses and scriptwriters. In this collection we hear - in her own words - about her early career as a comic and scriptwriter. She discusses some of her most famous works, including Fortunes of War, Sense and Sensibility, Remains of...

In interviews ranging from 1972 to 1989, Roald Dahl talks about writing for children; his medical inventions to aid his ailing son and wife (the actress Patricia Neal) when they were seriously ill, and writing his short stories. He also covers his school days; military service; writing for films...

On January 18th, 2026, people of Northfield, Minnesota and the surrounding area gathered at the Grand Event Center for a reading of poetry to help express their feelings at a particularly troubling time for their country, their state and their community. The event was organized by former Northfield poet laureate Rob Hardy, Content Bookstore and the Grand Event Center. KYMN Radio was proud to broadcast the event live

John le Carré was a bestselling author whose books include The Spy Who Came in from the Cold and Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy. On this recording we hear - in his own words - about being brought up by his grandparents and feeling deserted by his mother and father. He talks about being creative...

Native American Comedy Podcast - Talking about Native American Daily life and struggles while having fun and making fun of being Native

The aim of this audiobook is entertainment - and surprise - but there will be a fair bit of erudition and incidental education along the way. We discover the oldest words, the newest, the longest, the shortest, the most frequently used, the costliest (yes, words can come with prices attached), the funniest, the most fatal, the most unusual...From the words Shakespeare gave us to the latest in sexting, the best and the worst, the most amusing and amazing words are here.

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All in the Words – a podcast for writers of every kind. Whether you’re scripting your next stage play, polishing a pilot, crafting a lyric, or shaping a scene for audio, this is your creative space. Every fortnight will bring something fresh: • Original monologues and the story behind how they came to life, • Interviews with writers, actors, producers, and creatives who bring words off the page and into the world, • Honest reviews of tools and platforms designed to help you hone your craft – from scriptwriting software to storytelling workshops. No jargon, no gatekeeping – just ...

Smoken Words,LLC is an entertainment platform dedicated to showcasing the free expression of performance and visual arts in all genres. MEANING...... NOTHING is off limits! NO topic is too extreme or taboo. "Smoken Words" provides a platform and welcoming vibe where artist can speak or vent about the state of the world.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is a name that resonates through the ages, a towering figure in the world of music whose genius continues to captivate audiences. From a tender age of 5, this child prodigy dazzled the world with his extraordinary talents, crafting masterpieces that remain unmatched. This collection of excerpts from his personal letters offers a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a musical legend. Was he simply mad, or was he a miraculous creator? Join us on a journey of discovery as we explore the thoughts and feelings of the boy wonder. (Summary by Aaron Elliott)

Original comedy material from some of the best comedy writers around! These audio programs feature highlights of the onling monthly reading series "Say the Word".

Words For The Deaf is a series of audio recordings spurring from personal short form narratives. The title of the series, "Words For The Deaf" comes from the idea that these narratives are most likely not going to be listened to. I'd love to hear feedback and get to know my listeners, feel free to contact me anytime! Contact Info: words4thedeaf@gmail.com

Welcome to the Not Your Words Podcast! I’m your host — Adaora, an English studies alum, storyteller, music lover and music maker. I'm here to welcome you into my corner of the internet, where culture gets cultured! A space where I share my hot takes on music & popular culture, history & society, English language, literature & poetry.

Regarded by many as the greatest actor of the 20th century, Laurence Olivier enjoyed a stellar career in film, theatre and television, winning multiple awards along the way from the 1920s to the 1980s. In this absorbing collection of archive interviews he discusses his schooldays and early acting career, his drama training, his spells as actor-manager running the Old Vic and the National Theatre (which he helped create), his wartime service and his friendship and collaboration with fellow actors, including John Gielgud and Ralph Richardson.

Spoken word artists have their own unique combination of lyricism, storytelling and performance. In each episode you'll hear 3 performances alongside an interview, a free write challenge and more. From the comedic and entertaining to the passionate and purposeful, poetry is healing for both the writer and the listener. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nina Simone once said that it is “an artist’s duty is to reflect the times,” when interviewed about her seminal classic Mississippi Goddamn. It is in that spirit of critical reflection that The North Star introduces Word.Life., a new podcast seeking to unpack the intersections of literary art, music, politics and the revolutions that are often amplified in the creative realm. Hosted by The North Star’s Chief Content Editor and poet, Donney Rose, Word.Life. is an exploration into the lyrics, verses, messaging and context of the songs and poems and prose and scripts where the art is ...

In Seven Dirty Words, journalist and cultural critic James Sullivan tells the story of Alternative America from the 1950s to the present, from the singular vantage point of George Carlin, the Catholic boy for whom nothing was sacred.