Word Savvy
By: Megan Cantrill and LaRue Roth
Language: en
Categories: Education, Language, Learning
Word Savvy, a playful language podcast, is word candy for logophiles and casual wordies alike. We dig as deeply as our keyboards allow to find the origins and interesting facts about words that kindle our curiosity. Then we have a ball wrapping these gems in tight, slightly amusing narratives. After listening to our weekly podcast episodes, you’ll find yourself delighting friends and family with rich Word Savvy tidbits!Wordy Savvy is co-hosted by Megan Cantrill.“Reading, and learning, and language - these are some of my favorite things! As an educator, I have the privilege of introducing students to the m...
Episodes
Have You Caught The 6 7 bug?
Jan 08, 2026Recently Dictionary dot com announced their pick for the 2025 Word of the Year and I don’t think I’m the only one who is a little confused by their choice. It’s actually a number - 6 7.
I know what 10-4 means, but what does 6 7 mean?
That’s a great question and the origin is a bit fuzzy. It could be a reference to a song or a viral TikTok. The sing-songy numerals are usually paired with upturned palms alternately moving up and down. It is sometimes a response meaning ‘so-so’ or ‘this or that’. But often it is just repea...
What In The World Would We Do Without Maps?
Jan 01, 2026What in the world would we do without maps?
I guess the practical answer would be that we’d often get lost trying to find our way to unfamiliar places. But for many of us who love to travel, maps also tease our wanderlust. And there’s nothing like spinning a globe to make us wonder about faraway places.
From a learning perspective, it would be impossible to study history or geography in a meaningful way without maps. And fictional maps help bring many great adventure stories to lif...
Why is Quiche Called Quiche?
Jan 01, 2026Why is quiche called quiche?
And why is the “qu” pronounced like a “k” and not like the “qu” in quiet? And wouldn’t other people who love language be interested in learning the backstory of this savory pie?
Today, we’re pleased to introduce Word Savvy with an episode about quiche, a word that represents a popular savory dish that has a humble, yet epic, backstory that goes well beyond eggs and cream!
Word Savvy Intro
Dec 31, 2025Word Savvy, a playful language podcast, is word candy for logophiles and casual wordies alike. We dig as deeply as our keyboards allow to find the origins and interesting facts about words that kindle our curiosity. Then we have a ball wrapping these gems in tight, slightly amusing narratives. After listening to our weekly podcast episodes, you’ll find yourself delighting friends and family with rich Word Savvy tidbits!
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