# Slang eh?

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Podcast: [Psychology Takeaway Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/psychology-takeaway-podcast-7255442)
Published: 2026-04-24T16:05:54+00:00
Episode link: https://psychologytakeaway.podbean.com/e/slang-eh/
Audio file: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/e2kgpc8t8v9c2iqa/Friday_April_24_2026_at_11_11_05_AM_default_09133c1a_1_82ghq.m4a
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Duration seconds: 1399

## Resource

This week on Psychology Takeaway, we dive into the ever-evolving world of slang—those playful, powerful, and sometimes puzzling words that shape how we connect, signal identity, and keep language alive. From expressions that explode across platforms like TikTok to phrases that echo all the way back to William Shakespeare, slang reveals the psychology of belonging, creativity, and cultural change. Jim and Ralph explore where slang comes from, why it spreads so quickly, and what it tells us about generations trying to define themselves—often in ways that leave the rest of us scrambling to keep up. Along the way, they invite listeners into a fun, interactive “Guess the Meaning” challenge that proves one thing: language isn’t just something we use—it’s something we play with. LEARN MORE Slang brings people together: https://www.ted.com/talks/matilda_lanner_i_am_a_slang_user_slang_is_good_and_here_s_why?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare A professor looks at slang: https://youtu.be/UwV9RBGFBdg?si=OexsIg6zSgjIJi5v

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