102. C.H.A.L.K.E: The History of the English Language in 6 Letters

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Sat, 27 June

102. C.H.A.L.K.E: The History of the English Language in 6 Letters

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Danny Bate

Romans, Normans, Greeks, Phoenicians, Angles and Saxons – a cast of civilisations hidden in plain sight within our everyday words. Join linguist, broadcaster and writer Danny Bate, author of the bestselling Why Q Needs U, as he turns the six letters of ‘Chalke’ into a fascinating journey through the history of the English language. With wit and insight, Danny unpacks how centuries of invasion, migration and cultural exchange shaped not just the way we speak, but who we are. Tracing the evolution of English through sound, story and surprising connections, this engaging talk brings language to life, revealing how the voices of the past still echo in every word we use today. ‘Chalke’ it up as one not to miss!