Spelling reformers have been advocating for changes to make English spelling more intuitive and less irregular. One example of its messiness: take the “g-h” sound from “enough,” the “o” sound from “women” and the “t-i” sound from...

Evolution of the Alphabet | Earliest Forms to Modern Latin Script

Explore the enduring impact of the ancient Roman Empire on language, from the evolution of Latin into Romance languages to the pervasive influence of Latin prefixes and roots in English. Discover how Roman numerals, phrases, and...

The English spelling system is a MESS... arguably more than any other language. How did it get this way?

In this video, we explore the lasting legacies of ancient Rome in the areas of art, architecture, engineering, and language. Also, the influence of Latin on language, including the development of Romance languages and the use of Latin...

As the name suggests, the Hebrew Bible is written, mostly, in Hebrew. But what is the earliest history of this language? What language did the ancient Israelites speak? This episode examines the origins of Hebrew and its relationship...