We’re thrilled to share some amazing news—SL Rockfish, the creator behind English Makes No Sense, has been named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential Creators of 2025!
In a year that has celebrated the voices shaping digital culture, TIME recognized SL Rockfish for turning the wonderfully weird world of the English language into a place of curiosity, humor, and learning. With over 2.1 million followers across TikTok and Instagram, she’s helping people around the globe make sense of English—one ridiculous idiom at a time.
From the Classroom to the Creator Spotlight
Before “@englishmakesnosense” became a viral handle, SL Rockfish—also known as Sarah Roecklein—spent over 20 years teaching in Milwaukee Public Schools. When the 2020 pandemic pushed classrooms online, she took to TikTok with one simple mission: to make learning English fun and accessible for everyone.
Since then, her quick, clever videos have demystified everything from the chaos of “-ough” words to the proper pronunciation of “Worcestershire.” Her fans—young learners, teachers, and curious adults alike—keep coming back for her warmth, humor, and uncanny ability to explain why English is just so… strange.
Why TIME Chose SL Rockfish
TIME described SL Rockfish as part of a movement of creators who filled educational gaps during the pandemic and never stopped growing. What sets her apart is not just the content she creates—but the connection she builds with her audience. In early 2025, TikTok even named her a “Creator to Watch,” and now TIME has cemented her place as one of the top voices in online education.
“Her content goes beyond basic lessons—she sheds light on English oddities in ways that are equal parts enlightening and entertaining.” – TIME Magazine
What This Means for English Makes No Sense
This recognition is more than a personal milestone—it’s a celebration of everyone who has been part of the English Makes No Sense community. Whether you’ve liked a post, commented on a video, shared a weird English rule with a friend, or simply laughed along, you’re part of what makes this journey so special.
We’re beyond grateful. And we’re just getting started.
Thank you for making sense of nonsense with us. Let’s keep learning, laughing, and exploring the quirks of English together.
— SL Rockfish @englishmakesnosense
