Spencer Parks

The Dictionary

I read the English Dictionary in short sections, comment on it, make bad jokes, and sometimes sing little songs. I hope it’s more entertaining than just reading the dictionary alone. It’s an evolving project so the letter ”A” had lower quality, plus less commenting and jokes.

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Spencer Parks

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Education

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Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

#E119 (epigenesis to epigynous) 15.02.2024

I read from epigenesis to epigynous.     The word of the episode is "epigram". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epigram https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/tag/epigram     Theme music from Jonah Kraut https://jonahkraut.bandcamp.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic.com/user/spejampar     "The Dictionary - Letter A" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter B" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter C...

#E118 (epidendrum to epigeal) 14.02.2024

I read from epidendrum to epigeal.     If Epidermal Growth Factor was turned into a roller coaster (look at the picture), that would be a fun ride.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epidermal_growth_factor     The word of the episode is "epigeal". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epigeal     Theme music from Tom Maslowski https://zestysol.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic.com/user/spejampar...

#E117 (Epicurean to epidemiology) 13.02.2024

I read from Epicurean to epidemiology.     Epicurus very humbly founded Epicureanism. I do appreciate that it's about peace of mind and freedom from fear.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epicurus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epicureanism     I'm not sure why epicycloids are important or how we use them, but here you go! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epicycloid     The word of the episode is "epide...

#E116 (epic to epicurean) 12.02.2024

I read from epic to epicurean.     Here's a list of 10 epic poems in case you need something to keep yourself busy for a while. https://interestingliterature.com/2017/06/10-of-the-best-epic-poems-everyone-should-read/     One possible explanation for why some people have an epicanthic fold is because it "...is often associated with greater levels of fat deposition around the eyeball. The adipose t...

#E115 (ephemera to epic) 09.02.2024

I read from ephemera to epic.     If you're curious about the letter to the Ephesians. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/ephesians/0     Check out the coat of arms of the 12 ancient tribes of Israel. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twelve_Tribes_of_Israel     The word of the episode is "ephemeris time". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ephemeris_time     Theme music from Jonah Kraut https://jonahkraut.band...

#E114 (epazote to ephredrine) 08.02.2024

I read from epazote to ephredrine.     I need a visual to understand epeirogeny. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epeirogenic_movement     The reason for the word "ephedra" is not known. Aw! Come on!  https://www.etymonline.com/word/ephedra#etymonline_v_8773     The word of the episode is "epexegesis".     Theme music from Tom Maslowski https://zestysol.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic.c...

#E113 (EO to epaulet) 07.02.2024

I read from EO to epaulet.     Oops, I was wrong. Elephants do in fact have 5 toes.      The word of the episode is "epact". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epact     Theme music from Jonah Kraut https://jonahkraut.bandcamp.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic.com/user/spejampar     "The Dictionary - Letter A" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter B" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter C"...

#E112 (envisage to enzymology) 06.02.2024

I read from envisage to enzymology.     Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay, AKA: ELISA, is very sciencey and smart and probably used for very important things.  Plus it's got an easy acronym! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ELISA     The word of the episode is "envoi". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Envoi     Theme music from Tom Maslowski https://zestysol.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic...

#E111 (envenom to environs) 05.02.2024

I read from envenom to environs.     The word of the episode is "environmentalism".     Theme music from Jonah Kraut https://jonahkraut.bandcamp.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic.com/user/spejampar     "The Dictionary - Letter A" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter B" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter C" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter D" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Lett...

#E110 (entry-level to envelope) 02.02.2024

Use my special link  https://zen.ai/thedictionary  to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.        I read from entry-level to envelope.     The word of the episode is "enunciate".     Theme music from Tom Maslowski https://zestysol.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic.com/user/spejampar     "The Dictionary - Letter A" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter B" on YouTube...

#E109 (entree to entry) 01.02.2024

I read from entree to entry.     So the entree wasn't the main dish originally? Things change!  https://www.deseret.com/1996/2/11/19224476/why-is-main-course-called-the-entree     For "entrepreneur," we should bring back "manager or promoter of a theatrical production". https://www.etymonline.com/word/entrepreneur#etymonline_v_8748     The word of the episode is "entropy". https://en.wikipedia.org...

#E108 (entorhinal to entrecôte) 31.01.2024

I read from entorhinal to entrecôte.     The entorhinal cortex seems pretty important. It's "a widespread network hub for  memory , navigation, and the perception of time." https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Entorhinal_cortex     "Entrechat" really just means "intertwined". I'm still not sure about the "capriola". But I did learn that "capriola intrecciata" in Italian could also mean "braided somersaul...

#E107 (entire to entoproct) 30.01.2024

I read from entire to entoproct.     There's an alternative name to the phylum "Entoprocta" called "Kamptozoa" which means animals that are bent or curved. Maybe some people don't like the anus being a part of the name? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Entoprocta     The word of the episode is "entitlement". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_programs_in_the_United_States     Theme music from Jonah...

#E106 (entertainment to entire) 29.01.2024

I read from entertainment to entire.     Enthalpy "...is the sum of a thermodynamic system 's  internal energy and the product of its pressure and volume." https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enthalpy     I know we're not in the S's but here's some info on "syllogism". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Syllogism     The word of the episode is "enthusiastic". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enthusiasm     Them...

#E105 (enterogastrone to entertaining) 26.01.2024

I read from enterogastrone to entertaining.     The word of the episode is "entertaining".     Theme music from Jonah Kraut https://jonahkraut.bandcamp.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic.com/user/spejampar     "The Dictionary - Letter A" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter B" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter C" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter D" on YouTube   "The Dictionary...

#E104 (enter to enterocolitis) 25.01.2024

I read from enter to enterocolitis.     The word of the episode is "enteric".     Theme music from Tom Maslowski https://zestysol.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic.com/user/spejampar     "The Dictionary - Letter A" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter B" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter C" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter D" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter E" on YouTub...

#E103 (entamoeba to enter) 24.01.2024

I read from entamoeba to enter.     The word of the episode is "entelechy". https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/entelechy https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Entelechy     Theme music from Jonah Kraut https://jonahkraut.bandcamp.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic.com/user/spejampar     "The Dictionary - Letter A" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter B" on YouTube   "The Dictionary -...

#E102 (ensky to entail) 23.01.2024

I read from ensky to entail.     The word of the episode is "ensorcell".     Theme music from Tom Maslowski https://zestysol.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic.com/user/spejampar     "The Dictionary - Letter A" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter B" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter C" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter D" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter E" on YouTube    ...

#E101 (enroot to ensile) 22.01.2024

I read from enroot to ensile.     The word of the episode is "ensemble".     Theme music from Jonah Kraut https://jonahkraut.bandcamp.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic.com/user/spejampar     "The Dictionary - Letter A" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter B" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter C" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter D" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter E" on Yo...

#E100 (enough to enroll) 19.01.2024

Use my special link  https://zen.ai/thedictionary  to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.        I read from enough to enroll.     There are so many odd chess moves that you won't know about if you just know the basic moves.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/En_passant     The word of the episode is "enough".     Theme music from Tom Maslowski https://zestysol.com/     Merchandis...

#E99 (enology to enosis) 18.01.2024

I read from enology to enosis.     Greece really wants to create a union with everyone, especially Cyprus. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enosis     The word of the episode is "enology". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oenology     Theme music from Jonah Kraut https://jonahkraut.bandcamp.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic.com/user/spejampar     "The Dictionary - Letter A" on YouTube   "The...

#E98 (enlisted man to enolase) 17.01.2024

I read from enlisted man to enolase.     Where do you land on the Enneagram? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enneagram_of_Personality If you want to take a test, here are a few. I cannot vouch for any of them, but have fun! https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test https://enneagramuniverse.com/ https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-descriptions     The word of the episode is "enokita...

#E97 (enjoy to enlisted) 16.01.2024

I read from enjoy to enlisted.     Enkephalins are involved in regulating the pain sensation in the body.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enkephalin     The word of the episode is "enjoyment".     Theme music from Jonah Kraut https://jonahkraut.bandcamp.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic.com/user/spejampar     "The Dictionary - Letter A" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter B" on YouTub...

#E96 (engrossing to enjoin) 15.01.2024

I read from engrossing to enjoin.     The book of short stories that was created using examples sentences from the dictionary (not this podcast) is called "Dictionary Stories" by Jez Burrows. http://www.dictionarystories.com/ https://jezburrows.com/     The Game Genie was my favorite thing for a while when it first came out, even though it was totally cheating.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Game_...

#E95 (English sonnet to engross) 12.01.2024

I read from English sonnet to engross.     Here are examples of famous sonnets with explanations! https://blog.prepscholar.com/famous-sonnet-examples     The English system isn't really used anymore, but it has objectively the BEST names. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/English_units     The word of the episode is "engram". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Engram_(neuropsychology)     Theme music from...

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