Is there a hidden link between profanity and creative thought?
In short: Explore the intersection of linguistics and imagination in this session by Sean Burke, which examines the relationship between swearing and creativity.
This video, part of an OpenLearn series from The Open University, investigates why humans use taboo language and how it may relate to creative expression.
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