Latin in Layman’s-A Rhetoric Revolution is hosted by grammarian and classicist Liam Connerly. This isn't a dry lecture series, but a practical exploration of how Latin actively shapes the way we communicate and think. Each episode digs into the roots of words, unpacking etymology and the specialized terminology of fields like law, medicine, and botany to build a more powerful vocabulary. The discussion goes beyond memorization, connecting grammatical structures to clearer thinking and more persuasive speech. Liam also uses the podcast as a space for broader reflections on linguistic power and his advocacy for a "Language Revival," arguing for a deeper engagement with our words. Tuning in offers a surprising look at the ancient language's modern pulse, demonstrating how a grasp of Latin fundamentals can refine your command of English and alter your respect for language itself. You'll find the conversation in this education-focused podcast is both accessible and intellectually ambitious, making historical linguistics feel immediately relevant.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 388

Latin in Layman’s - A Rhetoric Revolution
Podcast Episodes
The Ides of March - Told through Gaius Cassius Longinus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:56
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Latin Grammar Mini-Series | Lesson 14 - I-Stem Nouns [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:59
There are three important rules to remember in this chapter: (1) There are three types of third declension i-stem nouns. The first is parisyllabic in which the nominative singular (ending in - is/-es) and genitive singul…
Tacitus' Dialogus [22] Recitation and Translation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:04
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Lower Body Musculature | Described and Etymologized [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:40
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Discussing and etymologizing common terms within the medical field [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:26
1. Anatomy: The branch of science concerned with the structure of living organisms and their parts. Etymologically, it is derived from the Greek ἀνατομία, anatomia, meaning "dissection".2. Physiology: The branch of scien…
Physiology, Kinesiology, and Anatomy Etymology [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:09
Physiology: • Anatomy: The study of the structure and organization of living things. From the Greek anathomē, meaning “cutting up” or “dissection.” • Biomechanics: The study of the mechanical properties of living tissue…