Linguists David Adger and John Goldsmith discuss generativism, its claims, and its relationship to nativism and functionalism. They delve into personal experiences with the generativism vs. functionalism debate and explore Noam Chomsky's focus on syntax and mind. The podcast also touches on derogatory words, linguistic areas, and the evolving concept of generativism. Topics like booster shots and mix and match vaccines are also discussed, along with ways for listeners to engage with the podcast.
