http://minnesota.publicradio.org/radio/podcasts/grammar_grater/ Grammar Grater is a weekly podcast about English words, grammar, and usage for the Information Age. en-us 2009 Minnesota Public Radio Thu, 2 Jul 2009 12:00:52 CDT http://minnesota.publicradio.org/radio/podcasts/grammar_grater/images/itunes_grammar_grater_75.jpg http://minnesota.publicradio.org/radio/podcasts/grammar_grater/ Grammar Grater is a weekly podcast about English words, grammar, and usage for the Information Age. Grammar, punctuation, English words and usage Minnesota Public Radio Minnesota Public Radio mail@mpr.org No grammar, language, linguistics, writing, tips This week, we look at a pair of commonly confused homophones: principal and principle. Thu, 2 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT http://download.publicradio.org/podcast/minnesota/news/programs/2009/07/02/grammar_20090702_64.mp3 7:04 This week marks our 100th original episode, as well as the 2nd anniversary of Grammar Grater. We're celebrating the occasion by presenting a "clip show" of some of our favorite moments from the past two years. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT http://download.publicradio.org/podcast/minnesota/news/programs/2009/06/25/grammar_20090625_64.mp3 9:09 We examine another pair of words that can cause confusion: amuse and bemuse. If you enjoy Grammar Grater, consider supporting it by becoming a member at http://www.mpr.org/grammargrater Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT http://download.publicradio.org/podcast/minnesota/news/programs/2009/06/18/grammar_20090618_64.mp3 6:42 This week, we continue our two-part look at the issue of trademarks in writing. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT http://download.publicradio.org/podcast/minnesota/news/programs/2009/06/11/grammar_20090611_64.mp3 7:41 This week, we begin our two-part look at the issue of trademarks in writing. Thu, 4 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT http://download.publicradio.org/podcast/minnesota/news/programs/2009/06/04/grammar_20090604_64.mp3 8:11 This week, we look at the words peak, peek and pique. Thu, 28 May 2009 00:00:00 CDT http://download.publicradio.org/podcast/minnesota/news/programs/2009/05/28/grammar_20090528_64.mp3 6:00 Is the word "data" singular or plural? Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 CDT http://download.publicradio.org/podcast/minnesota/news/programs/2009/05/21/grammar_20090521_64.mp3 5:00 This week, poet Steve Kowit gives us a grammar lesson. Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 CDT http://download.publicradio.org/podcast/minnesota/news/programs/2009/05/14/grammar_20090514_64.mp3 9:12 A visit to the dog park helps us understand the comparative and superlative forms of adjectives. (repeat episode) Thu, 7 May 2009 00:00:00 CDT http://download.publicradio.org/podcast/minnesota/news/programs/2009/05/07/grammar_20090507_64.mp3 5:17 This week, we investigate a shift in meaning of the word reticent with respect to the word reluctant. Michael Quinion joins the discussion. Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT http://download.publicradio.org/podcast/minnesota/news/programs/2009/04/30/grammar_20090430_64.mp3 7:20