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The Radio Myth: How Mass Media Keeps Accents Alive
Episode 194
Published 1 week ago
Description
In this episode we dive into the long‑standing belief that radio and TV will erase regional accents, and examine surprising evidence that shows the opposite. From Ghanaian FM broadcasts to Swiss German commuting patterns, we uncover how media can amplify local speech while also encouraging selective levelling.
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