Word of the Day

Episode 129 - Interview with a Scrabble Dictionary

November 08, 2022 05:47 - 17 minutes - 40.4 MB

Jack is as full of purpose as he is playable Scrabble words. _______________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out my website https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 128 - Arduous + Herculean

July 22, 2022 19:36 - 12 minutes - 27.7 MB

Luckily, using these words in ordinary conversation is not an arduous task. _______________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out my website https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 127 - Repartee

May 25, 2022 22:54 - 21 minutes - 49.7 MB

Featuring improvisational impresarios Jack & Kiersten, for whom repartee is practically a way of life. _______________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out my website https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 126 - Anthropomorphize

March 08, 2022 20:34 - 20 minutes - 46.8 MB

Using this word could help you appear more charismatic--not to tiger levels maybe, but close. Anthropomorphized animals featured: - Sheldon (and Shelly) - Maximilian Franz Fitzwilliam III. Unlike Sheldon (who's rather shy), Max would be delighted to make your acquaintance, as long as you bring the ginger biscuits. - Andy, Auntie, and Ante Ant - Hobbes of course. _______________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out my website https:/...

Episode 125 - Pontificate

December 31, 2021 06:24 - 22 minutes - 51.4 MB

Pontificating about cool words is really the whole point of this podcast. _______________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out my website https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 124 - Flummoxed + Nonplussed

December 08, 2021 20:11 - 26 minutes - 61.6 MB

In which Kaylin expertly answers tough questions about lawns & backpacking. & here's the Key & Peele sketch mentioned. _______________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out my website https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 123 - Nondescript

November 01, 2021 06:53 - 17 minutes - 40.2 MB

We worked very hard to meet an arbitrary self-imposed deadline for this episode, so we hope you enjoy it. Nondescript, adj. - lacking distinctive or interesting features or characteristics. As a noun: a nondescript person or thing. ___________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out my website https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 122 - Sartorial + Culinary

September 24, 2021 03:02 - 22 minutes - 52.4 MB

This episode is a paragon of podcastular excellence. Sartorial, adj. - “of or pertaining to clothes or fashion.” Culinary, adj. - “of or pertaining to cooking.” _______________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out my website https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 121 - Exacerbate

August 02, 2021 01:37 - 16 minutes - 37.4 MB

The Rhine in spine sties minely on the pline. Accenterator: https://www.accenterator.com/aussie.php#result Tom Swifty Answers “Why, you have absolutely the most splendid young deer I have ever seen. How do you manage to care for it so well?" said Tom fawningly. → A young deer is a fawn. Fawning, adj.: displaying exaggerated flattery or affection; obsequious. "It's so beautiful here in this bell tower!" breathed Tom, inspired. → Bells are often found in spires, “tapering conical o...

Episode 120 - Lackluster

July 02, 2021 20:38 - 16 minutes - 37.1 MB

Also featuring a couple fun Family Idioms. Send yours to [email protected]! __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out my website https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 119 - Mollify

June 01, 2021 18:22 - 12 minutes - 29.7 MB

Clues for the featured word game: The story of a mysterious and wealthy old Wal-Mart door greeter on his store's last day of business. The tale of a man who rises to greatness while competing in watermelon eating contests. A young boy is accepted to the world's most prestigious miniature golf academy. Listen to hear the answers! __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out my website https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/...

Episode 118 - Lackadaisical

May 03, 2021 23:48 - 16 minutes - 36.9 MB

Spot the puns in these Tom Swifties: "I love hot dog toppings," Tom said with relish. “I only have diamonds, spades and clubs in my hand,” said Tom heartlessly. "Aw man, I’ve dropped my toothpaste," Tom said, crestfallen. "I'd like my money back, and then some," said Tom with interest. "If you want me, I shall be in the attic," Tom said loftily. “I couldn’t remember what to buy at the store,” Tom said listlessly. __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional pu...

Episode 117 - Bona Fide Part II

April 05, 2021 19:28 - 16 minutes - 37.3 MB

The whole Word of the Day team really gave it the old college try for this episode. __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 116 - Bona Fide Part I

March 15, 2021 17:51 - 13 minutes - 31.5 MB

We also respond to a listener's allegations that we are insufficiently pro-Latin (perish the thought!). __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 115 - Impervious

February 24, 2021 05:02 - 18 minutes - 42.9 MB

Listening to this episode will give you the wherewithal to use impervious in everyday conversation. Kids being inspiring: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=qR3rK0kZFkg & https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FABMuNDB-gM __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 114 - Facile

February 03, 2021 21:56 - 20 minutes - 46.4 MB

Check out the full poem, Job Qualifications; or, An Honest Cover Letter, on the Word of the Day Medium page. Thinking of starting your own podcast? Sign up for voiceover classes with me here! __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 113 - Avuncular

January 13, 2021 16:49 - 23 minutes - 53.5 MB

The radio show/podcast “A Way With Words” explains “materteral,” meaning “pertaining to an aunt; or, aunt-like.” Walter Cronkite avuncularly broadcasting the first moonwalk. A modern herald announcing important royal baby news (separate Tony Appleton feature here). __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 112 - Muse

December 21, 2020 23:24 - 23 minutes - 53.4 MB

Sing to me of the man, Muse, the man who uses "muse" in everyday conversation. Also check out An Ode to Gruyere; or, An Homage to Fromage on the Word of the Day Medium page! __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 111 - Promenade + Perquisite

November 30, 2020 23:28 - 20 minutes - 46.2 MB

Sounding more intelligent in conversation is a great perquisite of listening to this show. So is the opportunity to have me as your voiceover or public speaking coach--learn more on Thumbtack here! __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 110 - Mellifluous

November 11, 2020 21:22 - 15 minutes - 36 MB

In which Talented Voice Actor Chris & I try super hard to sound mellifluous. Stay tuned to the end for an exciting announcement! Listen Closely with Jon & Chris Thumbtack.com profile; Mobile Thumbtack profile. __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 109 - Impolitic Part II

October 19, 2020 16:53 - 15 minutes - 36.2 MB

Most people do two things in life: what they have to, and what they can get away with. So, if you can't get away with saying/doing something because it upsets or offends someone, then it's probably impolitic. __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 108 - Impolitic Part I

September 29, 2020 04:05 - 20 minutes - 46.8 MB

In which we welcome new talented voice actor Laurel, who is totally different from Episode 85's talented voice actor Paige. Also, here's the Invisibilia episode about the first McDonalds in Russia: https://www.npr.org/programs/invisibilia/481887848/the-new-norm __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 107 - Adroit + Maladroit

September 07, 2020 19:25 - 17 minutes - 40.5 MB

"Remember that people take more interest in their own affairs than in anything else which you can name. ... Therefore, having furnished this topic, you need only listen; and you are sure to be thought, not only agreeable, but thoroughly sensible and well-informed." __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 106 - Banal

August 18, 2020 02:06 - 16 minutes - 38.9 MB

If you are tired of this podcast, you are tired of life. __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 105 - Qualms + Compunction

July 25, 2020 04:01 - 20 minutes - 46.1 MB

Be sure to stop by the Compunction Junction to pick up a new mattress (and a clean conscience!) as soon as it opens. __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 104 - Commandeer

July 07, 2020 00:20 - 17 minutes - 40.7 MB

Commandeering: because sometimes, someone's gotta take charge. __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 103 - Extricate

June 15, 2020 19:04 - 15 minutes - 36 MB

In which we introduce the Aw Man, Can't Make It This Time app. __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 102 - Ingratiate: A Conversation

May 25, 2020 19:21 - 15 minutes - 35.7 MB

Here is the La La Land video referenced. To avoid spoilers, a) don't watch it, and b) skip the 1:00 - 1:45 section of the episode. La La Land Argument Scene Reimagined https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lrr2FmWZiF0 __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 101 - Brooding

May 02, 2020 18:09 - 16 minutes - 37.9 MB

Brooding: the adult version of sulking. Rosalind Moran article quoted: https://www.sfwa.org/2016/11/11/brood-thought-enduring-appeal-moody-male-lead/ __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 100 - Desuetude

February 21, 2020 03:54 - 11 minutes - 25.3 MB

Our 100th episode, whee! Thank you so much for listening. :-) __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 99 - Supercilious

January 21, 2020 00:52 - 12 minutes - 29 MB

A great way to describe people who like to keep the distinctions of rank preserved. __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 98 - Homey

December 23, 2019 02:45 - 12 minutes - 29.3 MB

There's no word like this for the holidays. __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 97 - Indisposed

December 10, 2019 04:43 - 9 minutes - 21.5 MB

This word is perfect when you're feeling indisposed, or for when you're not but want people to think you are, or for when you're not but want people to know that you know that they know that you're not but still won't see them. (It's a little complicated and very passive-aggressive.) __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

Episode 96 - Indeed

November 19, 2019 03:29 - 10 minutes - 23.2 MB

Also explains why those announced as "last but not least" should feel just a little insecure. __________________________ Did you know I'm also a professional public speaking coach? Check out https://www.silvaspeechcoaching.com/ to learn more and book a free consultation.

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