The History of English Podcast

By: Kevin Stroud
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  • The Spoken History of a Global Language
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  • Episode 179: Defining Moments

    Episode 179: Defining Moments
    Sep 24 2024
    In the early 1600s, several landmark events shaped the history of England and determined how and where the English language would be spoken in the centuries that followed. The period from 1602-1605 saw the end of the Elizabethan era, the … Continue reading →
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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Episode 178: Much Ado About Hamlet

    Episode 178: Much Ado About Hamlet
    Aug 7 2024
    In the first couple of years of the 1600s, several new Shakespeare plays appeared. ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ and ‘As You Like It’ were recorded in the Stationer’s Register, and a third play called ‘The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of … Continue reading →
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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • Episode 177: Dressed for Success

    Episode 177: Dressed for Success
    Jun 26 2024
    In this episode, we look at clothing and fashion in the Elizabethan era, and we examine the connection between clothing, custom and language. We also examine Shakespeare’s plays about the lives of Julius Caesar and Henry V of England. Along … Continue reading →
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    1 hr and 25 mins

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One of, if not THE greatest linguistic podcasts ever created. Listening to Mr. Stroud explain the history of English is like listening to a historical novel where "English" is the main character.

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Thank you, Kevin Stroud, for an Excellent Series

I always look forward to the next episode of Mr. Stroud’s history of the English language.

His material organization is strategic and consistent, his writing is detailed and engaging, and his presentation is clear and interesting.

Thank you for providing such a deep resource into the English language through its evolution across populations in time.

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Excellent & Informative

Ever wonder why English spelling is so weird? This is where you can find ALL the answers. It's surprisingly entertaining, and full of history.

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