Tag: Education
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#164: Modals of Obligation is Not a Punk Band
Ian and Michael meander through the quirks, confusions, and small joys of language learning. The conversation ambles across pronunciations, past tenses, and all the little linguistic oddities that trip people up. There’s a healthy dose of nostalgia for how languages used to be taught, musings on what actually helps people learn, and the occasional tangent into dictionary rabbit holes. And yes, somewhere along the way, the perfect name for a punk band is discovered. (This description was written with the help of AI; this episode contains AI-generated speech)
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#163: The Mistake-Doing Episode: A Tale of L1 Interference
In this harrowing instalment of AI Unfiltered, Ian and Michael venture deep into the treacherous world of L1 interference: the subtle, sinister force that causes second-language mishaps, awkward phrasing, and, in Michael’s case, one truly unforgivable linguistic blunder committed live on air. The consequences? Tragic. Catastrophic. Entirely self-inflicted.
From grammar gremlins to cross-lingual chaos, the hosts unpack how native-language patterns sneak into speech — and why some mistakes echo far beyond the recording studio. Listener discretion advised: contains scenes of grammatical violence. (This description was written with the help of AI) -
#149: Being an AI Super User and Other Post-Holiday Musings
AI Unfiltered is back from summer holiday! Ian and Michael dive into what it means to be an AI “super user,” asking whether our brains might turn off completely if we outsource everything to artificial intelligence. They also wander into the worlds of voice assistants, smartwatch wristbands, and… rock festivals.
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#132: 200 Dollar Words, Custom Calendars, The Price of Coffee
Ian and Michael tackle a cavalcade of topics, including having fun with 200 dollar words (or 157 pounds sterling words as far as Ian is concerned), inventing new holidays, and the skyrocketing price of coffee.
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#118: Nautical Expressions, Language Acquisition Metholodogies
Ian and Michael discuss nautical terms and expressions in everyday use and the contribution of seafaring traditions to the English language, as well as different approaches to language acquisition.
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#109: AI on the Decline, Education and Universities
AI Unfiltered returns from summer break! In this episode, Ian and Michael discuss the latest signs of the AI bubble bursting, as well as the role of universities in our education system.
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#99: Making Money in the Digital Era, Materialism Banter
Ian and Michael discuss ways to make money in our modern digital society, as well as why people form emotional attachments to physical objects (whether a car, a house or a tamagotchi). Plus: is banana really a good pizza topping?
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#69: AI in Hollywood, AI Debuggers, ChatGPT Alternatives, Reading in the Digital Age
Dive into a captivating podcast episode that weaves through an array of thought-provoking topics. Join Ian and Michael as they dissect the multifaceted role of AI, from its intriguing presence in Hollywood to its transformative impact on coding and testing, reshaping software development's landscape.
Hold on as the discussion takes an unexpected turn into the realm of imagination: AI-generated fake film stars. The hosts then shift gears to provide an insightful report on alternatives to ChatGPT, opening a window into the dynamic world of AI evolution. Stepping into the literary world, they ponder the age-old question of classics versus contemporary reads, contemplating the relevance of timeless literature in our fast-paced era. (This description was generated with ChatGPT) -
#60: Your Own Personal Metaverse
The metaverse is dead, long live the metaverse? Join the animated discourse between Ian and Michael as they navigate the turbulent waters of the metaverse hype, dissecting its sensational rise and seemingly swift plunge into the abyss. Discover their riveting insights on the intriguing concept of an ultra-personalised metaverse experience. Contemplate the metaverse as an innovative platform for unfiltered self-expression, a digital Eden to manifest your authentic self.
Fasten your seatbelts for a journey into the heart of the metaverse - a world of endless possibilities, paradoxes, and perturbations. A voyage you don't want to miss! (This description was automatically generated using ChatGPT) -
#59: Languages in the Digital Era
Get ready to tune in to an illuminating conversation with Ian and Michael as they navigate the fascinating crossroads of technology and linguistics in our latest episode, "Languages in the Digital Era."
This episode is a deep dive into the essential but often overlooked topic of providing digital services in minority languages. They'll explore the unique challenges and potential solutions that come with this digital inclusivity. Furthermore, they'll delve into practical language learning in today's digital world, highlighting the impact of technological advancements on our capacity to learn and retain new languages. (This description was automatically generated with ChatGPT)