Susie Dent’s Dictionary: Demons, flatulence and the complicated future of our electronic devices

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28/02/2024 34 min Temporada 1 Episodio 1
Susie Dent’s Dictionary: Demons, flatulence and the complicated future of our electronic devices

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World-renowned lexicographer and viral tweeter Susie Dent joins Dr. Anna to wax lyrical about her favourite thing - her dictionary. Joined by Chief Scientist Nigel Steward, they mine into the components of Susie’s electronic dictionary, explore the etymology of ‘electricity’ and investigate the real-life challenges of electrifying the world in order to create a greener future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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