As a sociolinguist, Erica Brozovsky, assistant teaching professor in the Department of Humanities & Arts, knows words hold a unique power. They are a distinct aspect of humanity and they influence all areas of daily life.
Words even come into vogue depending on what's happening in the wider world. So if you've ever wondered why we "surf the internet" or why "phishing" became associated with scams, this podcast offers some fun answers.
Listen to Professor Brozovsky discuss the backstory of how today's common internet phrases came into being on Across Words: A WPI Podcast.
