Less “dis” and “dat.” Fewer “ersters.” Far too few people asking about “ya mamma n’em.” Regulars at Rocky and Carlo’s are keeping the Yat dialect alive over plates of macaroni and red gravy-- for now....

What do you do with a Southerner who doesn’t sound Southern?: Conflicting sociolinguistic cues in geographical classification

Elizabeth Pine Dayton Award

Working on a research project that would benefit from feedback before you present it at a conference? Looking for a collaborative, low-stakes venue to talk about your and others’ research?

By: Emily M. Bender and Decca Muldowney At a recent appointment, Emily’s physical therapist (who knows some about her research) said, “Before we get started,...

In this interview, Penelope Eckert discusses her life experiences and career as a linguist. Eckert describes a lifelong fascination with language, from her earliest observations of stylistic variatio...

Abigail Spanberger left the 287(g) program, which empowered state law enforcement to detain immigrants. Will Democrats also bar local police and sheriffs from the program?

Whatever you do, don't say N'awlins.

Bill Labov passed away peacefully at home on December 17, 2024, with his wife and fellow Penn linguist Gillian Sankoff by his side. He leaves behind a legacy so large that it is hard to put into word....

Podcast Episode · Culture Study Podcast · 08/06/2025 · 1h 18m

William (Bill) Labov (1927–2024) - Volume 54 Issue 3

YouTube video by Senator Cory Booker

In shock move, four institute directors at the US biomedical agency are removed from their posts.

Federal immigration officials have abducted another international student.

Over the next decade, advances in artificial intelligence will mean that humans will no longer be needed "for most things" in the world, says Bill Gates.

WIRED tested the popular AI video generator from OpenAI and found that it amplifies sexist stereotypes and ableist tropes, perpetuating the same biases already present in AI image tools.