Ologies with Alie Ward Phonology (LINGUISTICS) with Nicole Holliday
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Jun 5, 2018 Dive into the world of phonology and linguistics with Dr. Nicole Holliday as she discusses intonational phonology, African American Language, cultural appropriation, and the debate on the best rapper. Explore the nuances of language, identity, and societal perceptions, while also touching on vocal fry, valley girl accents, and linguistic discrimination. Follow along for an engaging and educational conversation on the power of language and communication.
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Marginalized Varieties Seed Mainstream Styles
- Linguistic features used by marginalized groups often spread to wider populations as styles.
- Uptalk and creaky voice originated in specific communities (e.g., California youth) and then diffused geographically and socioeconomically.
AAVE Persists Because It Signals Solidarity
- African American English remains because it encodes solidarity, history, and in-group identity despite stigma.
- Holliday emphasizes it's not dying because it performs crucial social functions for the Black community.
AAVE Roots Tie To Southern Dialects
- African American English originated in the U.S. South and shares features with Southern white varieties.
- Listeners often struggle to distinguish rural Southern black and white speakers because the dialectal features overlap.