Introducing Language Law and Order

Episode Summary: In this debut episode of Language Law and Order, hosts Linda Pillière, Ingrid Tieken, and Morana Lukač start off the podcast by diving into the world of normative linguistics. They reflect on 25 years of progress in the field and explore how language norms are shaped by society, culture, and identity. Whether you're a linguistics enthusiast or just curious about language, this episode offers insights into why and how we speak and write the way we do.

Episode Highlights:

• The Evolution of Normative Linguistics: Ingrid reflects on how research on prescriptivism has evolved and how tools like the HUGE database make linguistic research more accessible.
• Grassroots Prescriptivism: Morana introduces the concept of gr ...