All human beings have language, a sense of humor, and give names to things, people, and places--yet there is nearly infinite variety in how we express ourselves, in what we find funny, and what names mean to us. This month, Inside Creative Minds features Dr. Don L.F. Nilsen and Dr. Alleen Pace Nilsen, linguists at ASU who for over 30 years have been exuberantly sharing with their students the joys of language and who specialize in studying humor, naming, and young adult literature. The Nilsens are not only scholars in the same field (but with their own specialties) and co-authors, but have been also happily married for fifty years. They are scholars whose love of learning and joy in teaching inspires their students and everyone around them. "What a treat to have both professors in the same room," says ICM's host, Tray Goodman. "They made me want to go back to class. Don't judge this show by its topic--you won't want to ditch."
Inside Creative Minds is an in-depth, half-hour TV show that delves into the creative minds here in the Valley of the Sun to showcase their work, knowledge, talent and passion while connecting viewers with our growing, vibrant culture. Inside Creative Minds features all types of creative pursuits, from dance to tattoos, filmmaking to cooking, architecture to sculpture and so on.

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