Word Nerd

We speak to Tim Eriksen about the upcoming Western Mass Sacred Harp Convention and the large swath of other things he's up to in the 413, and talk with the Word Nerd about the differences between "me and you" and "you and I."

We hear live music with the Blues legend Corey Harris, try wines with winemaker Filipa Pato at Provisions, and take a look at Merriam-Webster's new slang dictionary webpage.

We talk to musician and composer Sunny Jain about his newest project, "Wild Wild East," visit Hager's Farm Market for the latest Local Hero Spotlight and explore the word "orient" with the Word Nerd.

We check out the Springfield Symphony Orchestra's Valentine's Day program, "Planet Earth," the etymology of "love" with the Word Nerd, and The Iron Horse's new effort to uplift their programming.

We take a tour of artist Camille Turner's new exhibit, "Land of the Free," learn about the word "doctor" with the Word Nerd and speak with Aaron Vega, president of Western Massachusetts Economic Development Council.

We check in about Northampton's annual Ice Art Festival, chat with members of punk band Film & Gender before their show at The Iron Horse and ask the Word Nerd about phrases concerning construction.

We speak with author and educator Vilenti Tulloch, talk with the folx of Nourish Wellness Cafe as they expand to Easthampton and discuss language tricks with the Word Nerd.

We speak with historian Elizabeth Pryor about her class and upcoming book featuring the life and cultural impact of her father, iconic Richard Pryor, and discuss the American Dialect Society's most important words from 2025.

We hear the East African sounds of sounds of Zikina for Live Music Wednesday, review the runners-up for Merriam-Webster's word-of-the-year, and mourn the loss of beloved singer Evelyn Harris.

We talk to organizer Imani Wallace about the 3rd annual Black AF Conference, learn Merriam-Webster's word of the year with the Word Nerd, and reflect on the year in astronomy with Mr. Universe.