Do Sounds Have Shapes?

The Bouba/Kiki Effect - research confirmed across many languages and cultures and ages, shows that over 90% of people label the blobby shape as Bouba and the spiky shape as Kiki.

Illustration by Kim Marie Nicols (2/23/2025)

It may be difficult to make decisions when you can’t hear either angels or devils whispering in your ears.

ClipArt by izakowski, Captioned by Kim Marie Nicols (3/23/2023)

Ear plugs can be effective defense when dealing with difficult people.

Cartoon created by Kim Marie Nicols (12/30/2024)

Mishearing a word sometimes has serious consequences, and can really upset a spouse.
And when’s the last time you saw a cartoon about a minotaur?

Cartoonist - Briër@thebladeandbriar (1/1/2025)
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Did you know that only about 30% of English words can be lipread? Understanding is based on mostly context and conjecture.

May your Christmas presents bring joy to one and all.

May all the Christmas carolers that come to your door sing loudly and in tune.

Deafened Gingerbread Man

Santa Claus doesn’t seem to hear what I want either…