Michigan Public’s That’s What They Say is a fun, insightful weekly segment and podcast that dives into the quirks and evolution of the English language. Hosted by University of Michigan English Professor Anne Curzan and Michigan Public’s Rebecca Hector, the program explores why we say what we say—exploring everything from slang and grammar to changing usage and linguistic history. It airs on Friday afternoons and Sunday mornings on Michigan Public and is also available as a short podcast.
This sample includes four episodes from 2025, including a two-parts series on the word "pants".
