Interview with WCBS Newsradio about taking over the “On Language” column.
Someone new is now writing for the ‘On Language’ column in Sunday’s New York Times Magazine.
Ben Zimmer’s first column is in this Sunday’s Magazine in his new position as the main columnist.
Zimmer talks with WCBS 880’s Pat Farnack and tells her how it feels to step into the shoes of the late William Safire.
“It’s a deep honor and privilege of course. It’s a bit daunting though, he was such a distinctive voice and writing that column for 30 years. I remember being very young, nine or 10 and I was already a big language buff and so I would read his column religiously. So, I recognize definitely big shoes to fill but I’m really excited about the opportunity,” said Zimmer.