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From Bronx to Tokyo: How Hip‑Hop Slang Shapes Global English
Episode 85
Published 5 days, 18 hours ago
Description
In this episode we trace how African‑American Vernacular English slang, popularized through hip‑hop music, has spread worldwide via social media and streaming platforms. We explore the cultural dynamics of appropriation versus evolution, the role of digital memes, and what this rapid diffusion means for learners and language policy.
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