Suzanne in Tucson, Arizona, says her mother used to say the following to her quickly: Will you? Won’t you? Can’t I coax you? Aw, c’mon! You said you would! You think you might? You promised me! Won’t your mama let ya, huh? There have been many...
Some of the world’s most famous writers had to support themselves with day jobs. Martha and Grant discuss well-known authors who toiled away at other trades. Also this week Eskimo kisses, the frozen Puerto Rican treat called a limber, how the word...
Quiz Guy John Chaneski presents a letter-shaving game called “Curtailments.” In this game, Grant and Martha leave everything on the floor. This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “Curtailments Game” You’re listening to A Way with Words...