Yeah... Nah! is a fortnightly podcast from the New Zealand Skeptics focusing on the latest news of skeptical interest both locally and internationally.
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Examining, through an anti-fascist lens, ethno-nationalism, white supremacy and neo-fascism in so-called Australia, Aotearoa & around the world. Andy Fleming & Cam Smith talk to writers and fighters about angry blighters.
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Its about go shut the fuck up mate. Yeah nah cool beans 1👍
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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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Destiny Community Thing is a Guardian-focused Destiny Podcast, featuring your favourites from around the globe. Hosted by DanosDestiny and BKSpleen
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What’s true? What’s not? In each episode Michael Pryor and George Ivanoff present three remarkable stories to each other. Two stories are true, but one is totally made up. Subscribe to the podcast and listen to Michael and George as they try to fool each other into believing absolute nonsense.
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Being my first podcast, I barely know how to describe this. I'm looking to chat about many things. I'll have an email for listener requests. If there is something on your mind that you would like to hear about let me know. Actually, you can come on the show and we can chat right there. No worries. Let's do this. Let's have fun.
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In this VERY special episode, Mark and Bronwyn talk with Anke, a journalist with a long-standing interest in cult groups who is organising a weekend conference in Christchurch in October that focuses on all things culty. We talk about cult survivors, cult experts, the difficulties of organising a large event, and Anke’s hopes for the future.…
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This week we have a yarn with journalist Lucy Hamilton about the Atlas Network and junk tanks.Autor: Andy Fleming, Cam Smith, Lucy Hamilton
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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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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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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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We’ve not scared Katrina or Brad away yet, so the Yeah… Nah! team are marching on, to pastures new. Both Mark and Bronwyn have been poking around astrology software, trying to figure out what, and who, makes it tick. Brad has tried to make sense of the impossible - homeopathy - and its use in treating horses. And Katrina looks into creative ways to…
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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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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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This week we're joined by investigative journalist Ariel Bogle to discuss banning social media, algorithmic bias and Terrorgram.Autor: Andy Fleming, Cam Smith, Ariel Bogle
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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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Lost Chiropractic Throckmortons
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It’s our first episode with new co-hosts Katrina Borthwick and Brad MacClure, so the Yeah… Nah! squad 2.0 get to work tackling some topical issues. Bronwyn, Katrina and Mark have all suffered through watching the entire season of spiritual healing reality TV show Lost Resort, and have a lot to say about it. Katrina has looked into a dubious chiropr…
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This week we have a yarn with Gabriel Kuhn, the General Secretary of the Central Organisation of Swedish Workers, about all matters Swedish.Autor: Andy Fleming, Cam Smith, Gabriel Kuhn
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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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So like I said, I’m trying to figure things out with a new method of recording. This is my trial episode. It’s barely an episode. I miss you all and hopefully this works out. If it does, I’ll be paying for a service-so yeah…check me out. LOL! Thank you for not letting me down-I won’t let you down!
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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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Mobile Scientology Spiritualist
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It’s the end of an era for the Yeah… Nah! podcast as we bid Craig farewell. After we recover from the shock of his departure, we get down to business. Brian Paavo joins us from his helicopter to tell us about his recent visit to Scientology in Honolulu, Bronwyn snakes her way through Spiritualist history, from the enactment of the Spiritualist Chur…
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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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This week we have a chat with Joe Mulhall from Hope Not Hate about the recent anti-migrant riots in the UK, as well as the anti-racist counter-protests.Autor: Cam Smith, Joe Mulhall
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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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This week we talk to Aurelien Mondon [X/Twitter] about racist rioting in the UK and Belfast in the wake of the murders in Southport.Autor: Andy Fleming, Cam Smith, Aurelien Mondon
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Craig is back and as busy as ever, so you might be listening to this podcast on a day that is not Thursday. This week we are chewing the fat about intuitive eating, The Divine Light Mission, and bad batteries. About this episode Articles we talk about: The Child Lord of the Universe: Prem Rawat and the Divine Light Mission, Part 1 The child god gro…
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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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This week we have a yarn with Crikey’s Cam Wilson [X/Twitter] about the Wieambilla inquest, AI/LLM, (Australian) media, and navigating the treacherous waters off the coast of #FreezePeach.Autor: Andy Fleming, Cam Smith, Cam Wilson
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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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This week we talk to Tomas Rothaus [X/Twitter]. Tomas is the author of several forthcoming titles, including Another War Is Possible: Militant Anarchist Experiences in the Antiglobalization Era (PM Press, 2025). We spoke to Tomas about Argentina under Milei, the importance of political spaces such as La Cultura del Barrio, anarchism, anti-fascism a…
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Craig is away again this week, and again we’ve had to call on two committee members to do the job of one. Returning guests Dan Ryan and Katrina Borthwick try not to get bogged down by bad data, either historical or contemporary; Mark takes transubstantiation to its logical extreme; and Dan needs tech support for a sentient laptop monitor. About thi…
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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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Pop Culture – oh, that’s where that meme comes from!
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We are in the realm of the unlikely with this episode, so sorting out truth from fiction is going to be tricky. Rise to the challenge! Your hosts, as usual, are Michael Pryor and George Ivanoff.Autor: Michael Pryor and George Ivanoff
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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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This week we have a chat with Dr Susannah Crockford about conspiracy theories, Donald Trump, the Qanon Shaman and climate change.Autor: Andy Fleming, Cam Smith, Susannah Crockford
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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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Craig is away this episode and singing his heart out at the World Choir Games, leaving Bronwyn and Mark to fill the hole he’s left in their hearts (at least for the next two weeks). Fortunately, they’ve been able to replace him twice over with TWO special guests! Committee member Brad MacClure returns to discuss placebos, and Hamish Dickson makes h…
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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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This week we have a chat with Rachel Withers about the UK & French elections, Islamophobia in Australian media & politics, and the Stage 3 Tax Cuts.Autor: Andy Fleming, Cam Smith, Rachel Withers
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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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Fiction about fiction? We are so meta. Your hosts, as usual, are Michael Pryor and George Ivanoff.Autor: Michael Pryor and George Ivanoff
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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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Some Whine with that Cheese, House of the Dragon, Season 2, Ep. 1
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It’s back and yessssss…I have a character list🐉, a fresh cocktail and NOTES. Let’s goooooooooo!!!!
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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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