Episode Details

Language is no longer just about meaning — it's about attention, algorithms, and survival in a platformed world. In this condensed take (original ~90 minutes, now ~18 minutes), Chris Williamson interviews Etymology Nerd on how TikTok, AI, and creator economies reshape slang, punctuation, and even court cases about emojis. You’ll learn how platforms create micro-dialects, why words like “67” or “unalive” emerge, how AI tools amplify certain vocabulary, and why clip-farming and algospeak matter for misinformation, media literacy, and the ethics of technology. Topics covered include AI and machine learning, misinformation, AI alignment, and lifelong learning. Listen now to get the key ideas in minutes.