The language of standards

In this 50th episode of the podcast, Matthew and Cindy explore the language of standards.Matthew speaks to Lucie Carter, Mary Groom, Andy Barrett and Kevin Laverty from BSI’s editorial team. Between them they have over 40 years of standards editing experience and have edited hundreds of standards. The editorial team has the final word, on the words, that make up British Standards. They take Matthew inside the editing process, describing some of the precise and particular language used in standards. And describe how disagreements are resolved about the words, or in some cases a single world, to reach consensus on the final text.In this episode there’s also a Standards Desks of News, with stories about electrotechnical engineering, cycling, and....toilets.@StandardsShoweducation@bsigroup.com

Om Podcasten

The Standards Show - the podcast that brings you the stories behind the standards. Join Matthew Chiles and Cindy Parokkil - and their guests along the way - for conversations on the concepts, history, people, and organizations involved in standards. And how they shape and improve the world around us, making life easier, safer, and more enjoyable. From facilitating international trade, to fixing potholes, to brewing the perfect cup of tea. Expect a mixture of bite-sized and in-depth episodes and frequent series, such as the monthly Standards Desk of News and Standards in 10 Minutes. And regular features too, including the popular My Favourite Standard. Sometimes serious, sometimes light-hearted, though always informative, educational and engaging, The Standards Show is the podcast for anyone working in standards, using standards, studying and researching standards, or just plain curious about standards. Matthew Chiles is a stakeholder relations specialist and has been communicating policy ideas and programmes for over 20 years. Cindy Parokkil is an experienced economist and international development practitioner. [The Standards Show was formerly the BSI Education Podcast]