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Nooks & Crannies
Duration: 00:31:27
May 22, 2025
- The speaker expresses strong fondness for Thomas's English muffins.
- They specifically praise the muffins' defining characteristic: their "nooks and crannies."
- The speaker declares their intention to consume the muffins.
Face Value
Duration: 00:33:06
May 8, 2025
- Face value, or par value, represents the nominal value of a financial security (stocks or bonds) at issuance and remains constant.
- The issue price of securities, especially during an IPO, can differ from the face value because it incorporates a premium or discount based on company performance.
- The market value of a stock or bond fluctuates based on market conditions and company performance, distinguishing it from the fixed face value and influencing whether it trades at a premium or discount.
The Origin of “You” – A Conversation with John McWhorter
Duration: 00:49:12
May 1, 2025
- John McWhorter discusses how historical recordings reveal shifts in American English, particularly in the dialects and speech patterns of Black Americans over the last century.
- McWhorter analyzes the evolution of the pronoun "you" and advocates for a universally accepted plural form like "y'all" to address the ambiguity in modern English.
- McWhorter humorously shares his pet peeves regarding contemporary language usage, targeting phrases such as "it is what it is," "you just can't," and the conversational filler "yeah, yeah, yeah."
The RFK Jr. Problem
Duration: 00:33:17
April 17, 2025
- RFK Jr.'s HHS is reportedly planning to require placebo trials for new vaccines, a move criticized for potentially delaying access to vital immunizations.
- Experts fear RFK Jr. may target the MMR vaccine due to his past claims about its safety and composition, despite scientific evidence to the contrary.
- Critics argue that RFK Jr.'s actions may signal a broader intention to undermine the vaccine infrastructure, potentially driven by anti-vaccine sentiments or political motivations.