

Adam Aleksic: podcast appearances and interviews
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About Adam Aleksic
Adam Viktor Aleksic, born on January 3, 2001, is an American linguist and content creator known for his exploration of word origins, with a particular focus on neologisms and slang within digital culture. He began examining the origins of words in 2016 through a personal blog. Aleksic studied at Harvard University, where he gained recognition for creating educational TikTok videos that discuss linguistics and language. His work in digital media has contributed to public understanding of language evolution in online communities. In 2025, Aleksic authored a book titled Algospeak: How Social Media Is Transforming the Future of Language, further establishing his role as a thinker in the field of linguistics and digital communication.
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Podcasts Adam Aleksic appeared on
Shows that have booked Adam Aleksic as a guest, ranked by appearance count.
















Latest Adam Aleksic interviews
Every podcast episode Adam Aleksic has appeared on, newest first.


S2E09| How Tech Speak is Changing How We Communicate - RERUN




The Disney Point and Smoking + Book Reviews: Shadow Cell and Algospeak

How algorithms are changing the meaning of words, with Adam Aleksic

124: Algospeak (with Adam Aleksic)


Adam Aleksic — Algospeak: How Social Media Is Transforming the Future of Language - with Aidan Walker




How 'algospeak' is changing language, with Adam Aleksic
105: Linguistics of TikTok - Interview with Adam Aleksic aka EtymologyNerd

Are we cooked? How social media shapes your language | Adam Aleksic


Guests who appear alongside Adam Aleksic
Guests who share the same shows as Adam Aleksic. Worth a look if you're building a panel or pitching the same circuit.
Frequently asked questions
What podcasts has Adam Aleksic been on?
Adam Aleksic has appeared on 18 podcasts across 19 episodes. Notable shows include Grammar Girl: For Writers and Language Lovers., Taylor Lorenz’s Power User, Therapy, Tech and Takeout.
What does Adam Aleksic do?
Adam Aleksic is the Etymology Nerd at unclear. Podcast appearances span topics tied to their work and expertise.
When was Adam Aleksic's most recent podcast appearance?
Adam Aleksic's most recent appearance was on "The New Digital Class War: Rich People Use The Internet Differently w/ Adam Aleksic". Taylor Lorenz’s Power User, published Apr 29, 2026.
Which podcast has Adam Aleksic appeared on most often?
Grammar Girl: For Writers and Language Lovers.. 2 appearances on record, most recently Sep 18, 2025.
