Author: Diana Apostol
Journal: Journal of Applied Linguistics and Information Systems, January 2026, Issue 6, pp. 21–34
Key words: Anglicisms, Corpus-Based Investigations, Dedicated Software, False Friends, Language Contact, Multimedia Content, Podcasting
Abstract: Tagged as one of the bestselling phenomena of contemporary humanities, web-based audio files — commonly downloadable to computers or mobile devices — empower individuals worldwide to generate meaning and network while capitalising on technological advancements and globalisation effects. The present paper approaches the podcast phenomenon within the ever-expanding scope of digital humanities to shed light on how this multimedia content reshapes culture, communication, and identity. Addressing the joint effects of Anglicisms in Romanian podcasts, we set out to develop an integrated corpus-based investigation of multimodal content. We use MAXQDA 42.10 to analyse how digital resources influence language and communication in specific contexts. Special attention was paid to the frequency of Anglicisms and false friends Anglicisms that may trigger message neutralisation, loss of nuances, and potential misunderstandings. To validate our hypotheses, we embarked on the development of a computer-assisted analysis model to look into the dynamics of Anglicisms and false friends Anglicisms in MindArchitect, the first self-development podcast in Romania.