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Mentioned in 26 episodes
Word Slut
A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language
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Word Slut is a witty and insightful exploration of the complexities of language, particularly focusing on words that are often deemed offensive or taboo.
Amanda Montell challenges societal norms and expectations surrounding language, arguing for a more nuanced and inclusive approach to word usage.
The book examines the historical and cultural contexts of various words, demonstrating how their meanings and connotations have evolved over time.
Montell encourages readers to reclaim words that have been weaponized against marginalized groups, promoting a more empowering and liberating relationship with language.
Ultimately, Word Slut is a call for reclaiming language and using it as a tool for social justice and personal expression.
Amanda Montell challenges societal norms and expectations surrounding language, arguing for a more nuanced and inclusive approach to word usage.
The book examines the historical and cultural contexts of various words, demonstrating how their meanings and connotations have evolved over time.
Montell encourages readers to reclaim words that have been weaponized against marginalized groups, promoting a more empowering and liberating relationship with language.
Ultimately, Word Slut is a call for reclaiming language and using it as a tool for social justice and personal expression.
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as a book about how language informs identity and the word penetration as dividing and dis equal.

Ellen Petry Leanse
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111: Ellen Petry Leanse – The Brain and Beyond
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as another one of her books during the episode outro.


Amanda Montell

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The Cult of The Manosphere
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as one of her other books.


Amanda Montell

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The Cult of Duolingo
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as her first book, a crash course in feminist sociolinguistics written in a lively pop‑linguistics style.


Amanda Montell

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552: The Hidden Psychology That’s Sabotaging Your Health Decisions | Amanda Montell
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at the end of the podcast as another book she wrote.


Amanda Montel

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The Cult of Strip Clubs
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as one of her books.


Amanda Montell

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The Cult of Waldorf Schools
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as another one of her books available to listeners.


Amanda Montell

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The Cult of MAGA Youth
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as one of her books that the audience could check out.


Amanda Montell

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The Cult of Cruise Ships
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as one of her books.


Amanda Montel

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The Cult of Erewhon
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when discussing her other books.


Amanda Montel

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The Cult of Mark Zuckerberg







