BIO

Marina Orlova, named the "Sexiest Philologist in the World" by New Yorker Magazine, has captivated millions worldwide with her HotForWords YouTube show. Combining intellect and allure, Marina explores word origins in each video, leveraging her blonde-bombshell looks for maximum impact. The "Moscow Times" notes her unique blend of beauty and intellectual effort, setting her apart in the online realm. She  was featured in Bloomberg, New York Times, Los Angeles Times, "Last call with Carson Daly" on NBC TV Network, “The Early Morning Show.” CBS News Channel. 

Marina, with two degrees in Philology, achieved remarkable success with nearly 500 million YouTube views and 670 video lessons. Voted the hottest woman in Tech by  the "Complex"  and the World’s #1 Sexiest Geek by Wired, she made regular appearances on Fox Network’s O’Reilly Factor Show,  "Last Call with Carson Daly" on NBC.

Her book, "Hot for Words",  published by HarperCollins in 2009, showcases her linguistic expertise. Marina's influence extends beyond linguistics.  She hosted a bi-weekly radio show on Maxim Radio, collaborated with Bankrate.com, and spoke at the EG Conference.  

In addition to her linguistic pursuits, Marina is a prolific artist, graduating from the School of Painting in Arzamas at 17. Her artistic talent earned her the 1st prize at the London Art Biennale in July 2023 for the painting "Birthing a Bomb." Marina's multifaceted achievements underscore her as a dynamic force in both language and art.