

58: Expression Unleashed (with Thom Scott-Phillips and Joshua Blackburn)
Aug 3, 2022
Join linguistics researcher Thom Scott-Phillips, who explores the evolutionary roots of human communication, and game creator Joshua Blackburn, known for the linguistic board game League of the Lexicon. They discuss how our brains evolved for complex language use while comparing it to animal communication. Delight in the cognitive role of filler words like 'um' and sample fun quizzes that test your linguistic skills. It's a fascinating dive into language’s intricacies, cultural quirks, and the playful side of linguistics!
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Language of Cats and Filler Words
02:08 • 12min
Exploring Lies and Linguistics: The Role of 'Um' and a New Game
14:26 • 2min
The Joy of Language Play
16:36 • 10min
Quirky Slang and Game Design
26:48 • 5min
Exploring the Anatomy of Language: Torso vs. Thorax
31:32 • 3min
Exploring the Etymology of Torso, Thorax, and Torus
34:03 • 2min
Unraveling Language and Humanity
36:23 • 7min
The Evolution of Communication: From Instinct to Insight
43:26 • 19min
The Evolution of Communication
01:02:10 • 18min
Main Character Syndrome and Cultural Quirks
01:20:26 • 17min
Exploring Pegging and AI Perspectives
01:37:00 • 9min