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103: Unequal Englishes (with Ruanni Tupas and Nicole Holliday)

Because Language - a podcast about linguistics, the science of language.

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International Blue Screen Day

In this chapter, the speakers discuss the impacts of a significant technical failure dubbed International Blue Screen Day, which was caused by a problematic update from CrowdStrike. They explore the delicate balance between software accessibility and security regulations set by the EU, while injecting humor through cultural observations. The conversation meanders through topics like the term 'raw dogging' and its various interpretations, ultimately underscoring the evolution of language and behaviors in the digital age.

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