The Level Up English Podcast #229 The History of English with Kevin Stroud
Jul 19, 2023
Kevin Stroud, host of the History of English Podcast, joins the show to discuss the fascinating history of the English language. They delve into topics such as the absence of a dedicated letter for 'TH', the standardization of language in England, the first dictionaries, the prevalence of French words, silent letters, the origins of English surnames, and more!
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Future of the History of English Podcast
03:21 • 8min
The History of the TH Sound in English
11:06 • 3min
Development of English as a written and spoken language
13:36 • 16min
Language, Culture, and Words: Exploring the Connections
29:25 • 14min
Ending the Conversation and Where to Find the Podcast
43:27 • 2min