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Creating Characters
Michael Rosen talks to writers about how character is created through language.
Talking Terrorism
It's a word that can start a war. Michael Rosen explores the meaning of 'terrorist'.
How accurate are scientific metaphors?
Is gravity really like a bowling ball on a sheet? Michael Rosen on scientific metaphors.
Office Jargon
Michael Rosen and guests 'drill down' into the subject of office jargon.
Chimps and Language
Chimps communicate but, asks Michael Rosen, do their utterances mean they use language?
Baby Talk
Michael Rosen asks if baby talk benefits or hinders language development.
Kids TV
Michael Rosen looks at children's television and its effects on language development.
Prime Suspects
Michael Rosen and top crime writers on the changing language of the police interview.
The Rise of the Political Soundbite
Chris Ledgard and guests discuss the art and efficacy of the political soundbite.
Language Laws
Chris Ledgard looks at the laws surrounding language use, from libel to blasphemy.
