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PODucation Lederer On Language
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In this very special PODucation Course, Lederer On Language, students and lifelong learners will be treated to the magical dancing with words which can only be performed by the one and only Richard Lederer. A living legend, Richard Lederer, is an American linguist, author, speaker, and teacher. He is best known for his books on the English language and on wordplay such as puns, oxymorons, and anagrams. He has been dubbed "the Wizard of Idiom," "Attila the Pun," and "Conan the Grammarian." His weekly column, "Lederer on Language," appears in the San Diego Union-Tribune and his articles are in newspapers and magazines throughout the United States including the Mensa Bulletin. He was elected International Punster of the Year in 1989 and was the 2002 recipient of the Golden Gavel of Toastmasters International. He has written more than 60 books, including Anguished English books starting in 1987, Get Thee to a Punnery (1988),
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PODucation BONUS | Richard Lederer Tribute To Teachers
Tribute To Teachers In this BONUS episode, Richard Lederer is back at it with his tribute to teachers and the importance of them in our lives. Enjoy! About This PODucation Course In this very special PODucation Course, Lederer On Language, students and lifelong learners will be treated to the...
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Lesson 10 | Living Will: The Legend Of William Shakespeare
Living Will: The Legend Of William Shakespeare Richard Lederer is back at it with his final lesson for his course and what better way to end than by exploring WIlliam Shakespeare's unparalleled contribution to the English language, includign the creation of over 1,700 words. Enjoy! About This...
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Lesson 9 | Mythology: There's A God Hiding In Your Sentence
MYTHOLOGY: THERE'S A GOD HIDING IN YOUR SENTENCE Richard Lederer is back at it with a lesson exploring the role of myths in ancient cultures and how ancient myths contributed to modern language through the use of allusions and eponyms. Enjoy! About This PODucation Course In this very special...
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Lesson 8 | Fun With Puns
FUN WITH PUNS Richard Lederer is back at it with a lesson exploring the different types of puns and how these wordplays contribute to humor and wit in language. Enjoy! About This PODucation Course In this very special PODucation Course, Lederer On Language, students and lifelong learners will be...
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Lesson 7 | The Magic Of Poetry
THE MAGIC OF POETRY Richard Lederer is back at it with a lesson exploring the fundamental elements of poetry and how they create meaning and evoke emotions. Imagery, metaphor, meter and rhyme - it's all here if you put in the time! Enjoy! About This PODucation Course In this very special…
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Lesson 6 | What's In A Name?
What's In A Name? Richard Lederer is back at it with a lesson exploring the deep personal and cultural significance of names! Identify, societal, etymology, and the importance in literary works - it's all in this lesson on names. Enjoy! About This PODucation Course In this very special PODucation...
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Lesson 5 | Add Wealth To Your Vocabulary
ADD WEALTH TO YOUR VOCABULARY Richard Lederer is back at it with a lesson exploring how writing can be a joyful and fulfilling activity, akin to playing your favorite game, through which practice leads to improvement and enjoyment! You'll also learn the importance of enhancing your vocabulary to...
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Lesson 4 | Libraries and Literacy
LIBRARIES AND LITERACY Richard Lederer is back at it with an exploration of the historical and contemporary importance of libraries as the center of knowledge, community, and personal enrichment. You'll even learn about the scientific research that shows reading books improves mental health!…
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Lesson 3 | Literature Lives!
LITERATURE LIVES! Richard Lederer is back at it with an exploration of the power of literary characters, the influence of literature on society as well as the enduring nature of literature - irs longevity and timelessness. Enjoy! About This PODucation Course In this very special PODucation…
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Lesson 2 | Body Language & Moonstruck
Lesson 2 BODY LANGUAGE & MOONSTRUCK! Richard Lederer is back at it with metaphors and similes as he explores the role of language in everyday life! Another masterclass on the beauty of words and figurative language. Enjoy! About This PODucation Course In this very special PODucation Course…
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Lesson 1 | Dances With Words
ances With Words Dances With Words! Quite the dance you'll enjoy with Richard as he travels the world of words and has you smiling with similes and enjoying the magic of metaphors! Enjoy! About This PODucation Course In this very special PODucation Course, Lederer On Language, students and…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
In this very special PODucation Course, Lederer On Language, students and lifelong learners will be treated to the magical dancing with words which can only be performed by the one and only Richard Lederer. A living legend, Richard Lederer, is an American linguist, author, speaker, and teacher. He is best known for his books on the English language and on wordplay such as puns, oxymorons, and anagrams. He has been dubbed "the Wizard of Idiom," "Attila the Pun," and "Conan the Grammarian." His weekly column, "Lederer on Language," appears in the San Diego Union-Tribune and his articles are in newspapers and magazines throughout the United States including the Mensa Bulletin. He was elected International Punster of the Year in 1989 and was the 2002 recipient of the Golden Gavel of Toastmasters International.
He has written more than 60 books, including Anguished English books starting in 1987, Get Thee to a Punnery (1988),
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In this very special PODucation Course, Lederer On Language, students and lifelong learners will be treated to the magical dancing with words which can only be performed by the one and only Richard Lederer. A living legend, Richard Lederer, is an American linguist, author, speaker, and teacher. He...
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