Crash Course Philosophy #28: How Words Can Harm

In this video [10:45] episode of "Crash Course Philosophy #28: How Words Can Harm," Hank notes that he's previously talked about how language works and how powerful it can be. Sometimes, that power can be harmful. Today, he explains the use/mention distinction, the difference between dirty words and hate speech, as well as thick concepts and metaphorical identification. Content warning: This episode contains language that some viewers might find offensive.