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Episode 11: Germanic Ancestors
We look at the emergence of the Usatovo culture which spoke an Indo-European dialect believed to be the ancient ancestor of the Germanic languages – including English. We also look at the later migrations of the Indo-European tribes throughout Europe … Continue reading →
Episode 10: Early Indo-European Migrations
The emergence of the first Indo-Europeans and the early migrations of these steppe herders is examined. The specific advantages favoring the expansion of these people is explored in detail. TRANSCRIPT: EPISODE 10
Episode 10: Early Indo-European Migrations
The emergence of the first Indo-Europeans and the early migrations of these steppe herders is examined. The specific advantages favoring the expansion of these people is explored in detail. TRANSCRIPT: EPISODE 10
Episode 9: Who Were the Indo-Europeans?
The evidence is examined to determine when and where the original Indo-Europeans lived. Based upon this evidence, the probable identity of the first Indo-Europeans is revealed. TRANSCRIPT: EPISODE 9
Episode 9: Who Were the Indo-Europeans?
The evidence is examined to determine when and where the original Indo-Europeans lived. Based upon this evidence, the probable identity of the first Indo-Europeans is revealed. TRANSCRIPT: EPISODE 9
Episode 8: Indo-European Grammar (Where have all the inflexions gone?)
The grammar of the original Indo-European language is compared to Modern English. We explore the word endings called ‘inflexions’ which were a prominent feature of the original Indo-European language. TRANSCRIPT: EPISODE 8
Episode 8: Indo-European Grammar (Where have all the inflexions gone?)
The grammar of the original Indo-European language is compared to Modern English. We explore the word endings called ‘inflexions’ which were a prominent feature of the original Indo-European language. TRANSCRIPT: EPISODE 8
Episode 7: More Indo-European Words
We complete our review Indo-European words which have impacted modern English. Social terms are explored to provide an insight into Indo-European society and culture. TRANSCRIPT: EPISODE 7
Episode 7: More Indo-European Words
We complete our review Indo-European words which have impacted modern English. Social terms are explored to provide an insight into Indo-European society and culture. TRANSCRIPT: EPISODE 7
Episode 6: Indo-European Words
A look at words used by the original Indo-Europeans and the clues such words provide to the identity of the first Indo-Europeans. The etymology of modern English words is explored in relation to the original Indo-European words. TRANSCRIPT: EPISODE 6
Episode 6: Indo-European Words
A look at words used by the original Indo-Europeans and the clues such words provide to the identity of the first Indo-Europeans. The etymology of modern English words is explored in relation to the original Indo-European words. TRANSCRIPT: EPISODE 6
Episode 5: Centum, Satem and the Letter C
A look at the early division of the Indo-European languages into the Centum and Satem languages. The sound shift which marks the division of the Centum and Satem languages is then explored in the context of the modern English letter … Continue reading →
Episode 5: Centum, Satem and the Letter C
A look at the early division of the Indo-European languages into the Centum and Satem languages. The sound shift which marks the division of the Centum and Satem languages is then explored in the context of the modern English letter … Continue reading →
Episode 4: A Grimm Brother Resurrects the Dead (…language)
The famous fairy-tale collector Jacob Grimm formulated the rules which help modern linguists reconstruct the ancient Indo-European language. In this episode, we look at Grimm’s Law and how the Germanic languages evolved from the original ancestral language. TRANSCRIPT: EPISODE 4
Episode 4: A Grimm Brother Resurrects the Dead (…language)
The famous fairy-tale collector Jacob Grimm formulated the rules which help modern linguists reconstruct the ancient Indo-European language. In this episode, we look at Grimm’s Law and how the Germanic languages evolved from the original ancestral language. TRANSCRIPT: EPISODE 4