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Words, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 72: Drake and Kendrick BeefA look at the rap beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake and how it may mirror political discourse.2024-05-0814 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 71: Slang in the Classroom. Sus?A post went viral of an English teacher’s punishment for students that use slang in her classroom. Is this “sus”?2024-02-1813 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 70: Recap Episode with Two GuestsA recap episode with two guests covering motivational sports speeches, racial comedy, and cussing.2023-12-281h 00Words, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 69: Should food packaging have warning labels?A look at new warning labels being put on Mexican food products and how that same fight might come to the United States.2023-12-2011 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 68: Religious Rhetoric and the End TimesA look at a religious content creator who produced a video about the End Times and a 200 million man army.2023-12-1510 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 67: Sinter KlaasA shirt history lesson on the figure of Santa Claus.2023-12-0107 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 66: Political RhetoricA look at some if the discourse and phrases used by liberals and conservatives when it comes to issues like healthcare, taxes, guns, immigration, etc.2023-10-1708 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 65: The F WordA look at some of the history and etymology of the word fuck.2023-06-0121 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 64: AI Music and ScamsA look at artificial intelligence and it’s uses in music and scams.2023-05-0210 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 63: Translating the BibleA look at several issues that arise when translating the Bible from choosing the translators, thinking about meaning, the use of commas, and pronouns, etc.2023-04-1723 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 62: That Bop is FireA look at some of the terms we use to label good songs.2023-03-3108 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 61: Football Coaches and Violent RhetoricThinking about the sometimes violent rhetoric coming from football coaches with a look back at “bountygate.”2023-02-0808 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 59: ChatGPTAn introduction to ChatGPT and its effects on society.2023-01-1010 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 58: Merry Christmas and/or Happy HolidaysA look at the etymology of the term “Christmas” and saying Merry Christmas vs. saying Happy Holidays.2022-12-2108 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 57: The Thumbs Up EmojiA look at how Gen Zers find the thumbs up emoji passive aggressive and other emoji talk.2022-10-2109 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 56: Let’s PiggybackA look at the history and evolution of the term “piggyback”.2022-09-1507 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 55: Puns and the Most Valuable PunnerA quick look at puns, the Punslinger Finals, and a song about love and crossword puzzles.2022-08-1208 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 54: A Goose that Talks - Personification and AnthropomorphismA quick look at the literary and rhetorical devices of personification and anthropomorphism.2022-08-0408 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 53: Pop Culture Body Language: Floss and GriddyA look at pop culture body movements like the Dab, the Floss, and the Griddy and what they possibly communicate.2022-07-1008 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 52: The Russian-Ukrainian Conflict from a Linguistic PerspectiveA look at how Russian nationalists see the Ukrainian language as “little Russian” but Ukrainians know it to be a distinct language.2022-03-1008 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 51: The New Labeling System for Covid-19 VariantsA look at the new naming system for Covid-19 variants and why a place-based naming system isn’t best.2021-12-0208 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 49: CheugyA look at the neologism (new slang term) “cheugy”. Wait, is it cheugy to be doing a podcast episode on “cheugy”? Probably.2021-05-1707 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 48: Shit! Cussing and Our BrainsA look at how cuss words are different than regular words and how cussing helps us tolerate pain.2021-05-0510 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 47: The Rhetoric of Yelp ReviewsA look at the power and influence of reviews.2021-03-1010 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 46: The History of English Composition Classes in the United StatesA look at why composition classes became mandatory at most U.S. colleges and how they have changed over time.2021-01-1916 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 45: Social Media and Being Connected but AloneA look at the idea of people being “connected but alone” as they use their smart phones and social media on a regular basis.2021-01-1409 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 44: Trump’s Rhetoric and the January 6 Capitol RiotA look at some of the discourse used by Trump that led to the storming of the Capitol on January 6, 2021.2021-01-0811 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 43: The Racial Rhetoric of ComediansA look at the racial comedy used by some comedians and thinking about the possible positive and negative impact to society.2020-12-1114 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 42: Motivational Words Used During WorkoutsA look at some words and phrases used to motivate people during sports and working out.2020-11-2812 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 41: Critical Race Theory and Critical GrammarA look at Rutgers University’s English Department’s new policies on race, racism, and Critical Race Theory.2020-10-0514 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 40: Recap of Episodes 31-39 with Two GuestsIn this episode I talk with two guests about topics from the previous nine episodes including vehicular rhetoric, Covid (mis)information, how to communicate when breaking up with someone, and a few other topics.2020-07-271h 06Words, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 39: Résumé, Application Letter, and E-Portfolio TipsTips on creating a résumé, application letters, and an e-portfolio.2020-07-1915 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 38: Vehicular Rhetoric: What does your car say about you and others?A look at the direct and indirect messages that our vehicles send. From color, to brand, to bumper stickers; what’s your car’s rhetorical message?2020-06-1815 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 37: Some of the Rhetoric Surrounding the Black Lives Matter ProtestsA look at “Black Lives Matter” vs “All Lives Matter”, plus the use of “battle space”, the visual rhetoric of Trump’s bible photo-op, and social media’s response to Trump’s messages.2020-06-0717 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 36: Escaping Situations with CommunicationUsing your communication to deal with break ups, one night stands, dumping a friend, etc.2020-04-2735 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 35: Awww Cutsie Wootsie Podcast: How We Talk to Children (Baby Talk)A look at how we change our rhetoric when talking to babies and toddlers and some possible reasons why.2020-03-2615 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 34: (mis)Information about the Coronavirus PandemicA quick look at some of the misinformation about the pandemic.2020-03-2210 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 33: Love PoemsA look at four love poems and how their rhetoric illustrates four different kinds of love.2020-02-1815 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 32: History of terms Super Bowl, Quarterback, Fullback, and HalfbackA short history of the football terms Super Bowl, Quarterback, Fullback, and Halfback.2020-01-3111 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 31: Rap Music’s use of Literary DevicesA look at how rappers use literary devices like allusion, alliteration, metaphor, simile, simple rhyme, and multisyllabic rhyme.2020-01-2421 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 30: Recap of Episodes 21-29: Baby Names, Emoticons, Advertising, Head Nods, Trump, etc.A recap of episodes 21-29 with three guests and their thoughts and opinions.2019-12-271h 00Words, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 29: Signage and the Legal System: Dogs, Sex Offenders, and EarthquakesA look at three legal cases involving signage connected to dog attacks, sex offenders, and earthquakes.2019-12-2610 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 28: Head Nods and Raised Eyebrows: The Rhetoric of Quick Social InteractionsI look at how we interact with people as we walk by them. Head nods, smirks, hellos, and what’s ups.2019-12-0909 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 27: The Rhetoric of Phone Scammers + Social EngineeringA look at some of the tactics used by phone scammers.2019-11-0616 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 26: The rhetoric of the exclamation point!!!A quick look into the exclamation point and how its potency has declined over time.2019-10-2309 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 25: The Rhetoric of AdvertisingA quick look at ancient advertising and eleven effective words used in advertising.2019-09-2713 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 24: Saying “Happy Birthday”A quick history lesson on the “Happy Birthday Song” and the various times and ways we say happy birthday.2019-09-0613 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 23: The El Paso Shooting and the Racist Rhetoric of the PresidentThis episode looks at the racist rhetoric of the President and of the El Paso shooter. #elpasostrong2019-08-1116 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 22: The Smiley Face Emoticon :-)A brief history of the smiley face emoticon and the difference between emoticons and emojis. :-)2019-07-3011 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 21: Baby NamesA look at some of the most popular baby names searched online in 2019 and various thoughts on baby names.2019-07-1110 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 20: Recapping Episodes 11-19: Labels for Hispanics, Laughter, Healthcare, Vegan Terms, etc.A discussion with two friends about topics from episodes 11-19. Topics include labels for Hispanics, sports mascots, laughter, communication with healthcare professionals, biased illustrations, and labels used for vegan products.2019-06-0855 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 19: History of the Term “Spelling Bee” and Commonly Misused Words and PhrasesA look at the history/etymology of the term “spelling bee” and a list of some commonly misused words and phrases.2019-05-3112 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 18: Biased Illustrations in Anatomy TextbooksA look at the various biases present in illustrations in medical and anatomy textbooks.2019-05-2416 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 17: Labeling Non-Meat as Meat?A look at word choices and labelling choices of vegetarian and vegan products, specifically those that use meat-related rhetoric in their labeling.2019-05-0609 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 16: Communication with Healthcare ProfessionalsA look at how healthcare professionals communicate with patients and the effect it can have.2019-04-2613 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 15: Cold Turkey, Cold Shoulder, and SPAM: A History of Those TermsA look into the etymology/history of common phrases that are connected to food.2019-04-2313 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 14: LaughterA look at how laughter is a form of communication and connected to emotions, social cues, stress reduction, and even to non-humans. Lol.2019-04-0812 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 13: Political Rhetoric and Word ChoicesA look at the terms and phrases used when discussing various political issues and the slogans of presidential campaigns.2019-03-2816 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 12: Sports Names and ControversyA look at some interesting facts and history about some NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL team names. Also, how should we feel about the team name Washington R******s?2019-03-1713 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 11: Hispanic? Latino? LatinX? Pocho? What’s the difference and why does it matter?This episode looks at different labels used for the Hispanic/Latino/LatinX community and why some might prefer one term over the others.2019-03-0814 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 10: Recap of Episodes 1-9. Race, fertilization, sneezing, policing, car salespeople, etc.Episode 10: Recap of Episodes 1-9 with That Boy Ralph. Race, fertilization, sneezing, policing, car salespeople, etc.2019-03-0555 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 9: Car Sales-people and their Rhetorical TacticsA look at seven tactics used by car sales-people and how to avoid their rhetorical traps.2019-03-0113 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 8: Policing and RaceThis episode focuses on a study of police interactions with drivers and how their language displays varying levels of respect.2019-02-2116 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 7: CussingThis episode discusses cussing, swearing, using profanities, etc. Specifically it delves into the etymology of “profane”, “shit”, and “fuck” along with bringing up questions that have to do with our use of profanity in society.2019-02-1521 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 6: Sneezing and “Bless You”What is the history of saying “bless you” when someone sneezes? Do you say it? What is your sneeze-to-bless you ratio?2019-02-0510 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 5: “Speak English” at Duke UniversityDiscussion about emails sent to Chinese students at Duke University encouraging them to speak English “100% of the time” when on campus or in professional settings.2019-01-2809 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 4: How Language Created RaceA look at “A Genealogy of Modern Racism” by Cornel West and how language created race.2019-01-2509 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 3: Describing FertilizationWhy does it matter how you describe human fertilization?2019-01-2408 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 2: Is Texting Ruining Language?Do we still need to teach cursive handwriting in elementary schools? Is texting killing language? We explore these questions on today’s episode.2019-01-2411 minWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroWords, Words, Words: A Podcast by Robert TinajeroEpisode 1: Language and SportsWe look at a pre-game speech by NFL coach Gregg Williams where he encourages players to knock heads and take out ACLs and at a proposed “English-proficiency” rule by the LPGA. 2019-01-2212 minState of the HumanState of the HumanSurvival Bonus: Archival Tape CollectionCompilation of Archival Sound on Survival The Survival episode contains a collection of found archival sounds. These pieces of tape, on the theme of survival, have themselves survived the passage of time. Preserved fragments of another time, they remind us that human beings have always been survivors. This is a standalone collection of those fragments of tape.   IMAGE: commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Grap…ophone1901.jpg MUSIC CREDITS: Traumerei, Robert Schumann Op 15, Cello: Daniil Shafran Tinajero, Monplaisir, Unpredictable, junior85 hydroscope, Gallery Six Soliloquy Somatics, Myriadar Ray...2018-04-2515 minThe ACTION SPORTS SHOWThe ACTION SPORTS SHOWThe Action Sports Show with special guests Dean Wilson and WarFighter Made's Robert BlantonThe Action Sports Show powered by Toyota Escondido December 13th from 6:00pm - 8:00pm live on-air & online from the Toyota Escondido studios with special guests SX/MX Racer Dean Wilson and WarFighter Made's Robert Blanton. Show hosts are the gorgeous and talented Mayra Tinajero alongside Jim Holthus & Dan McGranahan! Tune in to ESPN 1700AM in San Diego to catch the action or stop by Toyota of Escondido to watch the show in person or log onto www.Facebook.com/TEActionSports to watch the live video, audio cast link available on www.TheActionSportsShow.com.2016-12-141h 49Jaytech Music PodcastJaytech Music PodcastJaytech Music Podcast 081The September 2014 episode of Jaytech Music features new tracks from Pierce Fulton, Grum and LTN, a new single from Jaytech on Positronic Digital and a totally awesome guest mix from French producer Matt Fax. Part 1 - Jaytech 1. Evave - Falling in My Eyes (Dallonte Remix) [Incepto Music] 2. Matt Fax - Shift [Colorize] 3. Max Freegrant & Yuji Ono - Yokohama Drift [Freegrant Music] 4. meHiLove - Good Mood [BPM] 5. Max Freegrant feat. Brooke Forman - Revive [Freegrant Music] 6. Heever - Emphatic (LTN Remix) [Elliptical Sun Recordings] 7. Jaytech - Ticon [Positronic Digital]2014-09-151h 58Jaytech Music PodcastJaytech Music PodcastJaytech Music Podcast 081The September 2014 episode of Jaytech Music features new tracks from Pierce Fulton, Grum and LTN, a new single from Jaytech on Positronic Digital and a totally awesome guest mix from French producer Matt Fax.Part 1 - Jaytech1. Evave - Falling in My Eyes (Dallonte Remix) [Incepto Music]2. Matt Fax - Shift [Colorize]3. Max Freegrant & Yuji Ono - Yokohama Drift [Freegrant Music]4. meHiLove - Good Mood [BPM]5. Max Freegrant feat. Brooke Forman - Revive [Freegrant Music]6. Heever - Emphatic (LTN Remix) [Elliptical Sun Recordings]7. Jaytech - Ticon [Positronic Digital]2014-09-1500 min