Worklife with Adam Grant Decoding Gen-Z slang and grammar pet peeves with linguist Anne Curzan
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Jul 2, 2024 Anne Curzan, a linguist and English professor at the University of Michigan, shares her love for language in a lively discussion. She tackles grammar rules and whether they truly make sense in today’s world. Curzan and her host delve into the playful world of Gen-Z slang and the fascinating evolution of language. They explore the peculiarities of English pronunciation, such as the word 'colonel,' and the shift in attitudes towards language usage, promoting curiosity over rigid grammar rules.
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Grammar Dispute
- Adam Grant's mother corrected his grammar in one of his books.
- Anne Curzan, the guest, was asked to mediate the dispute.
Strict Grammarian
- Anne Curzan's mother was a strict grammarian who corrected her daughters frequently.
- She even corrected one daughter's grammar during a wedding toast.
Linguistics Spark
- Anne Curzan's interest in linguistics sparked in college during a history of English language course.
- The professor's knowledge about language history intrigued her.
