NU Speaker Series to Explore the Art of Punning

Language columnist Richard Lederer to share humorous puns and insights on wordplay

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The NU Speaker Series is hosting a free webinar on March 4, 2026 where renowned language columnist and punster Richard Lederer will explain the nature of puns and share some of the funniest examples of this form of wordplay. Attendees will also have the opportunity to share their own favorite puns during the event.

Why it matters

Puns and wordplay are a beloved form of humor that can reveal the playful and creative nature of language. The NU Speaker Series aims to engage the community in exploring the nuances and delights of the English language through this entertaining program.

The details

During the NU Speaker Series webinar, Richard Lederer - who was named the International Punster of the Year - will define what a pun is and then showcase some of the most clever and humorous examples of this linguistic device. Attendees will also be encouraged to share their own favorite puns, allowing the event to be an interactive exploration of the art of punning.

  • The NU Speaker Series webinar will take place on March 4, 2026.

The players

Richard Lederer

A language columnist for the San Diego Union-Tribune and the International Punster of the Year, Lederer will be the featured speaker at the NU Speaker Series event.

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What’s next

Registration for the free NU Speaker Series webinar is required and can be completed through the Zoom link provided on the event page.

The takeaway

The NU Speaker Series event on puns and wordplay offers an entertaining opportunity for the community to explore the creative and humorous potential of language through the insights and examples shared by renowned punster Richard Lederer.