Daniel Midgley
Linguist at the University of Western Australia and host of the Because Language podcast. He discusses language history, usage, change, and contemporary communication.
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Sep 13, 2026 • 54min
Why school fundraising committees are so stretched and Graeme Base on 40 years of Animalia
Kate Gilpin, a writer researching school funding, examines why parents are raising money for essentials and how this can deepen inequality. Celebrated author-illustrator Graeme Base reflects on 40 years of Animalia, its intricate artwork and respect for young readers. Linguist Daniel Midgley explores the origins of “hello” and how technology is reshaping telephone greetings.
