Season 1 · Episode 10
Episode 10: Jewish Onomastics
In the final episode of season one, Dallas is joi…
Word Journeys: An Etymology Podcast · Word Journeys: An Etymology Podcast
July 24, 20181h 5m
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Show Notes
In the final episode of season one, Dallas is joined by Ruben Post to discuss Jewish names and naming practices in various times and places, ranging from the Hellenistic Period to the Holy Roman Empire and all the way up to Zionist movement. We discuss many etymologies, translations, and calques, and dive into the specific historical moments which generated many Jewish surnames that are prevalent today. For more information, visit www.wordjourneyspodcast.com. To contribute or to order etymological trivia questions, visit https://www.patreon.com/wordjourneyspodcast. You can stay informed by following us on Twitter @WordJourneysPod or by subscribing on your favorite podcast app!
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