Beste Grammar Tips podcasts (2025)

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Why Americans write 'canceled' but still write 'cancellation.' How printing history gave us 'fine print.' Fluff. 15:52

1d ago15:52

15:52

1059. Ever wonder why Americans use "canceled" with one L but still write "cancellation" with two? We explore how spelling rules, stress patterns, and historical quirks explain this inconsistency. Plus, we look at the history of "fine print" — from typesetting in smoky print shops to its modern use in hiding legal loopholes. The "fine print" segmen…

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Writing Motivation Hacks, with Mary Robinette Kowal 28:00

7d ago28:00

28:00

1058. If you struggle to sit down and write, you’ll love this conversation with award-winning author and podcaster Mary Robinette Kowal. Learn how to conquer writing obstacles with tips on managing distractions, handling research rabbit holes, and making time to write — even when life gets in the way. Mary Robinette Kowal is the author of The Spare…

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Why we misuse ‘literally.’ How ham radio got its name. District 17:42

9d ago17:42

17:42

1057. Why do people use "literally" when they mean "figuratively"? This week, we look at how the meaning of "literally" changed over time. Plus, we look at how amateur radio operators came to be known as "hams" and why the term stuck. The "literally"segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguistics at the University of Nevada in R…

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How to be a ghostwriter, with Dan Gerstein 33:40

14d ago33:40

33:40

1056. Ghostwriting is more than just anonymous book writing — it’s a thriving industry. Dan Gerstein, founder of Gotham Ghostwriters, shares how writers can break into ghostwriting, what types of projects are available, and how much top ghostwriters earn. Plus, we explore the ethical considerations of ghostwriting and how the industry is evolving. …

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Why some holidays have apostrophes. Why Californians say ‘the 405.’ MIGD 18:55

16d ago18:55

18:55

1055. Ever wonder why some holidays have apostrophes while others don’t? We look at Mother’s Day, Veterans Day, and Presidents’ Day. Then, we look at why Southern Californians say "the 405" while the rest of the country skips "the" in front of freeway names. The "apostrophe" segment is by Karen Lunde, a former Quick & Dirty Tips editor and digital …

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Word games and the joy of playing every day, with Lex Friedman 25:57

21d ago25:57

25:57

1054. Ever wonder what goes into designing daily word games? Lex Friedman, creator of Lex.games, shares his journey from puzzle lover to puzzle maker, how he keeps his games fresh, and why some puzzles stump even the best players. Plus, we talk typos, accessibility, and the psychology of great wordplay. If you enjoy Wordle, crosswords, or Connectio…

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'Toeing' the line. Metonymy versus synecdoche. Ghost town mad 17:10

23d ago17:10

17:10

1053. If you’ve ever hesitated between ‘toe the line’ and ‘tow the line,’ this episode is for you. We look at the phrase's history to clear up the confusion. Then, we look at metonymy and synecdoche — powerful literary devices that can make your writing more compelling. The metonymy segment was written by Jim Norrena, MFA, who has been writing and …

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Wordplay and cartoons: Inside the making of 'AB@C,' with Rob Meyerson and Dan Misdea 18:14

28d ago18:14

18:14

1052. What do “CDB” and “U11 2” have in common? They’re both examples of gramograms! This week, I chat with writer Rob Meyerson and New Yorker cartoonist Dan Misdea about their book "AB@C," a fun collection of gramograms—letters, numbers, and symbols that form words when read aloud. We look at the history of this quirky wordplay and the artistic pr…

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Does 'book-book' make sense? Fun words for jigsaw lovers. Chilly chickens. 14:45

30d ago14:45

14:45

1051. This week, we look at doubled words, like "salad-salad" or "job-job," and what the repetition is actually telling us. Then, in honor of National Puzzle Day, we look at the history of jigsaw puzzles and some fun words from the industry such as "whimsy" and "puzzband." The "puzzle" segment is by Karen Lunde, a former Quick & Dirty Tips editor a…

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Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing

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Why Americans write 'canceled' but still write 'cancellation.' How printing history gave us 'fine print.' Fluff. 15:52

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Writing Motivation Hacks, with Mary Robinette Kowal 28:00

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Why we misuse ‘literally.’ How ham radio got its name. District 17:42

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How to be a ghostwriter, with Dan Gerstein 33:40

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Why some holidays have apostrophes. Why Californians say ‘the 405.’ MIGD 18:55

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Word games and the joy of playing every day, with Lex Friedman 25:57

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'Toeing' the line. Metonymy versus synecdoche. Ghost town mad 17:10

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Wordplay and cartoons: Inside the making of 'AB@C,' with Rob Meyerson and Dan Misdea 18:14

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Does 'book-book' make sense? Fun words for jigsaw lovers. Chilly chickens. 14:45

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