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Twenty Thousand Hertz
"blah, blah, blah..."
Sep 25, 2024
Paul Saka, a linguist and philosopher, teams up with psychologist Helen Abadzi, known for her insights into cognition and learning. Together, they unravel the meaning behind the elusive "Five Dah Phenomenon" and its cultural significance. The duo examines popular filler phrases like 'blah blah blah' and their evolution, exploring the subtleties in language use. They also discuss how these expressions reflect global attitudes and enhance storytelling, making a case for the art of listening in communication.
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- The episode explores the Five Dah Phenomenon, a lesser-known linguistic tool used to summarize conversations like 'blah blah blah.'
- Cultural comparisons reveal similar expressions in various languages, highlighting a universal tendency for concise communication across human interactions.
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