Why the N-word is so toxic
Why the N-word is so toxic  
Podcast: Code Switch
Rating: Explicit Published On: Wed Mar 23 2022
Description: It is probably the most radioactive word in the English language. At the same time, the N-word is kind of everywhere: books, movies, music, comedy (not to mention the mouths of people who use it frequently, whether as a slur or a term of endearment.) So on this episode, we're talking about what makes the word unique — and how the rules about its use line up with other words.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy