717 - Words that Sound Funny

1227. This week, we talk to Eli Burnstein, author of "Phrased & Confused." We look at why Robert Frost's "road less traveled" wasn't really less traveled, and why the other half of Stewart Brand's "information wants to be free" will make you think about it differently. Then we lo ...  Show more

1226. This week, we look at why so many people say "try and" instead of "try to," including why it may be the older form, why it turns up more in speech than in writing, and why it bothers Americans more than Brits. Then we look at what an epilogue actually does, whether one can ...  Show more

This humorous collection of phrases, puns, and other kinds of wordplay is a good reminder of the delights of language. Resources & links related to this episode: Secrets of Adulthood Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's b ...  Show more

One of the best ways to get girls attracted to you is to make them laugh. In this episode, Mark gives away 20 brilliant one-liners that crack girls up every time. Add these hilarious lines into your conversations & texts with women and your success rate will skyrocket.  Mark's Em ...  Show more

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