On this episode of Butter No Parsnips, Kyle and Emily dive deep into the fascinating etymology of the word “quark” and the complexity of particle physics.
They discuss the spelling and dichotomy of pronunciation of "quark," and uncover surprising connections between James Joyce's "Finnegan's Wake" and the legendary tale of Tristan and Isolde.
But the exploration doesn't stop there: they delve even deeper into Joyce's peculiar writing style, including the stunning and terrifying "thunderwords."
Join us every week as we explore the fascinating origins and meanings of words, uncovering the hidden stories behind language and how it evolves over time, for language enthusiasts and etymology buffs alike.
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Main theme and accompanying themes by Kyle Imperatore
Produced by Seth Gliksman, Kyle Imperatore, and Emily Moyers
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