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Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast

Shauna Harrison, Dan Pugh
English Language
Soup To Nuts
Speak Of the Devil
Calm Before the Storm
Patreon
Idiom Use
Tickled Pink
Tough Nut To Crack
Jungle
Reaching Across the Aisle
Fly Off the Handle
Tempest
Cradle To Grave
Boxing
Paradise Lost
American Football
Idioms
Axe
Womb To Tomb
John Lilly

Welcome to our whimsical adventure of idioms and other turns of phrase. Each week, we delve into the origins of phrases to find out how they came into the English language. We tell the story of how the phrase got from its beginnings to where it is today. Shauna and Dan are two big nerds, so expect some geek culture references, random trivia facts, and loads of laughs!

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This week Shauna and Dan explore the phrase, "Tickle Your Fancy". Bonus: Robin Hood, Puritans, Lucille Ball on Broadway, and the answer to the age-old question... has this phrase always been a double entendre?

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Quick Quips: This week Shauna and Dan go AWOL. Bonus: Initialisms vs Acronyms, AWOL vs Desertion, and Co-workers vs the Team Lead

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This week Shauna and Dan explore the phrase "rest on your laurels". Or since the late 1700s, DO NOT rest on your laurels. Bonus: Greek Gods, Roman Funerals, and Swedish Doctors

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This week Shauna and Dan introduce the Quick Quips format which will be used when a phrase doesn't fit into the regular format. This week, Living the Dream! Bonus: Irony in the 1950s, Irony in the 1990s, and Irony in the 2020s.

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Grace Tierney
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Episode: RETRO 259 Words Christmas Gave Us with Grace Tierney

Hosts

Shauna Harrison
Co-host of the show known for her light-hearted approach and insightful commentary on idioms and language histories.
Dan Pugh
Co-host who engages listeners with humorous insights and thoughtful discussions about idioms and their historical contexts.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Always a good listen

    Well researched information and presented in a fun format, what more could someone want in a podcast?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reddogrising
    United Statesa year ago
  • Bunny tails

    Great for a drive to school

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    5
    Ings Apps
    United States2 years ago
  • This show strikes a great balance between focused and comprehensive -- they do great deep dives on individual idioms, without getting too technical or hard to follow. And they do it with humour and good conversation.

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    5
    Aven
    4 years ago
  • Just the facts Ma’am

    Was so excited to find this podcast. The hosts leave much to be desired. Their banter sounds forced and honestly ANNOYING.

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    2
    ERJJSJ21
    United States4 years ago
  • But I'm biased. Still, I think it's a great show!Apparently a review needs to have 15 words. That should do it!

    Audible
    5
    Merynne
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the well-researched content delivered in an entertaining fashion, often highlighting the hosts' humor and engaging personalities.

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RETRO 259 Words Christmas Gave Us with Grace Tierney
Q: Can you tell us a little more about what St. Stephen's Day is?
It's a day steeped in tradition, notably important in Ireland, where it's called St. Stephen's Day rather than Boxing Day.
RETRO 259 Words Christmas Gave Us with Grace Tierney
Q: What was something you learned while researching this book that didn't make it into the final edition?
The word 'toys' was not included because the story behind it was not exciting enough.
290 All Your Eggs in One Basket
Q: Do you want to risk it by putting all your eggs in one basket?
It's about deciding between the risks involved and playing it safe with lesser rewards.
258 Christmas Spirit
Q: Shauna, what do you do to get into the Christmas Spirit?
Shauna likes to get into the Christmas spirit by listening to Christmas music after Thanksgiving.
259 Words Christmas Gave Us with Grace Tierney
Q: How do you think that language connects to the sense of nostalgia that people feel around Christmas?
Certain words trigger happy memories and emotions associated with Christmas.

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