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Word of Mouth: The Language of the Manosphere

Series 258, episode 5

Dr Jessica Aiston talks to Michael Rosen about her research into the specialised vocabulary of modern misogyny, including many terms created for the purpose of internet dialogue. Plus, how did terms like down the rabbit hole and gaslighting enter the English language, and how do other languages adapt expressions like these

Cast (unconfirmed)

Michael Rosen
Jessica Aiston