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What the Dickens?
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Length:
46 minutes
Released:
Dec 22, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
This week we are on an absolute rampage, alleviating boredom and staving off the Scrooge in the news as we acquaint ourselves with that master wordsmith, Charles Dickens. Gyles gives us a salacious biography and Susie demonstrates her aptitude for a career in talking books. Keep a tight grip on your podcatcher Butterfingers because we’ve got your number and promise book recommendations so perfect for a Christmas cloff, that it’s sure to give you the creeps… A Somethin’ Else production If you want to get in touch with Susie and Gyles to ask any questions, you can get in touch at purple@somethinelse.com. Susie's Trio: Scurryfunge- the mad dash around the house to tidy up just before visitors arrive. confelicity- joy in other peopls happiness. sockdolager- the final blow in an argument that settles the matter.
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Released:
Dec 22, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
Bang-a-bonk: Word nerds Susie Dent and Gyles Brandreth explore the surprising origins of the English language. A Somethin’ Else Production. by Something Rhymes with Purple