muscle memory

Total Physical Response: Learning by Moving

Why do we remember commands like "stand up" better if we actually perform the action? This post explores Total Physical…

5 days ago

Earwitness Testimony: Can You ID a Voice?

While we accept that eyewitness memory is flawed, forensic linguistics reveals that "earwitness" testimony is even more unreliable. From rapid…

1 week ago

The Linguistics of the Dialect Coach

Ever wonder how Meryl Streep becomes Polish or Idris Elba masters a Baltimore accent? It's not just mimicry; it's the…

6 months ago

Tongue Gymnastics: Training Your Mouth for New Sounds

Pronunciation is more than mimicry; it's a physical skill akin to a sport. This article explores the biomechanics of speech,…

6 months ago

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