Episode Synopsis "Episode 007: Translating Humor"

A discussion of the challenges in translating different types of humor, from linguistically embedded forms such as puns to more "prosaic" types that may have different cultural resonances. Thanks for listening! Follow us on X @Ontranslation1

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