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Ben Schott discusses his new book Schott's Significa

Secret languages surround us from graffiti writers, gondoliers, and gym rats to spies, sneakerhea...

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08.30 17 Oct 2025


Ben Schott discusses his new book Schott's Significa


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08.30 17 Oct 2025


Secret languages surround us from graffiti writers, gondoliers, and gym rats to spies, sneakerheads, and Swifties. Every group creates a private lingo of jargon and gestures that eludes the rest of the world. Best selling author and British writer, Ben Schott discusses his new book Schott's Significa, which is an indispensable field guide to the hidden lore and language of our modern age.

Ben joined Pat on the show to chat further about his book.


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