Danny Bate: Origins of English Language, Czech Literature, Accents in Speech | Cuppa Americano #13

About this episode

Dr. Danny Bate is a linguist, broadcaster, and the author of Why Q Needs U. In this episode, we talk about the fascinating and chaotic history of the English language and explore why English spelling seems inconsistent, how the Norman Conquest and the printing press shaped the way we write, the ancient origins of the alphabet, and the role of prestige and power in language. We also get into accents, the Great Vowel Shift, and the challenges of learning languages as an adult. Chapters 00:00 – Czech Beer, Pilsner Urquell & Settling In 06:40 – Why a Linguist? Introducing Danny Bate & Why Q Needs U 10:35 – How English Arrived in Britain (Angles, Saxons, Romans & Celts) 19:36 – Celtic Languages:…