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Proper Spelling

KPBS | By KPBS Public Broadcasting
Published December 23, 2006 at 11:56 AM PST
This story was published more than 18 years ago.

Richard and Martha talk about the vexing art of orthography, otherwise known as proper spelling. Plus, quizzicist Eric Berman performs spelling magic tricks.

Proper Spelling

Sit for a spell and turn up your radio…Richard and Martha “ soubrette ”* Barnette will hold forth on the vexing art of orthography , or proper spelling.

And our favorite Hoosier Quizzicist Eric Berman will present a spellbinding Verbivore Challenge.

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* soubrette : a lively or pert woman

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