Topic: Neopronouns

5 chapters across the catalog

Pronoun Journey
Episode 1695 1:34:56 - 1:37:31

1695: Pronoun Journey

Neopronoun Usage and Mental Health Warnings

A social media video provides a tutorial on using neopronouns such as "ze," "per," and "thon." The creator advises users to ensure they are in a stable mental state before engaging with others to avoid the distress of being misgendered. The segment concludes with a satirical "good luck on your pronoun journey" sign-off.

Spook Head
Episode 1568 1:25:52 - 1:33:29

1568: Spook Head

Neopronouns and AI Speech Enhancement Testing

The hosts examine a TikTok video featuring a "non-binary" doctor and another user listing "neopronouns" such as "butterfly," "sunshine," and "teddy bear." They use Adobe's AI speech enhancement tool to process the low-quality audio, testing its effectiveness on both the TikTok clips and a slurred Joe Biden recording. The experiment reveals that while the AI improves clarity, it can also introduce unnatural vocal artifacts.

Big Mike & The Rock
Episode 1551 2:22:46 - 2:25:48

1551: Big Mike & The Rock

"Void" Neopronouns, TikTok Social Contagion

A new set of neopronouns, including "void" and "voidself," has emerged on TikTok, categorized by some as "de-human pronouns." These linguistic developments are viewed as a method of confusing traditional social structures and the relationship between parents and children. The rapid proliferation of these terms is attributed to the TikTok algorithm, which creates echo chambers for niche identities.

Internet of Dogs
Episode 1480 1:46:24 - 1:50:16

1480: Internet of Dogs

Neopronouns, Ne-Nem-Nir and Linguistic Confusion

A series of TikTok clips features individuals explaining "neopronouns" such as "it," "hue," and "ne-nem-nir." One creator claims these pronouns have existed for over a century, while another accidentally uses a conventional pronoun ("he") while explaining her gender-neutral set. The hosts mock the complexity and perceived absurdity of these linguistic shifts.

Heart Dart
Episode 1474 2:21:51 - 2:23:56

1474: Heart Dart

Neopronouns, Teacher Identity Politics

A viral video features a teacher explaining the use of "neopronouns" such as "ze," "ve," and "it/its." The individual expresses that "they/them" pronouns cause dysphoria and insists on the validity of these new linguistic identifiers. The segment reflects broader cultural debates regarding gender identity and language in educational settings.