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a16z Podcast

Words of 2020! (and Metaphors, and Interfaces of the Year)

Dec 24, 2020
Gretchen McCulloch, an internet linguist and author of the bestseller "Because Internet," joins the discussion on how 2020 reshaped language. The podcast dives into the evolution of words emerging during the pandemic, from 'social distancing' to 'infodemic.' They explore the cultural significance of terms like 'BIPOC' and 'cancel culture,' as well as the shifting meanings of slang like 'simp.' McCulloch highlights how language constructed during crises reflects societal dynamics, affecting both digital and physical social spaces.
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