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Series: Groks Science Radio Show
From: Charles Lee
Length: 00:30:19
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Piece Description
Is human language an innate characteristic of the human brain? Is there a universal grammar? Or, is language inherently tied to society and cultural forces? On this program, Prof. Daniel Everett discussed linguistics, the Piraha, and religion in Don't Sleep There are Snakes. For more information, visit the website: www.groks.net
Broadcast History
WHPK, KWMD, WBEW
Timing and Cues
8:40-11:06 (2min 26sec): Prof. Everett discusses the Piraha and the loss of his faith.
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Dori Jaffe
Posted on May 21, 2011 at 01:54 PM | Permalink
Daniel Everett discussed linguistics, the Piraha, and religion
How Daniel Everett's time with the Piraha people who live in the Amazon changed his ideas on religion, life and linguistics was fascinating to listen to. I wish there were more interviews like this.