Whole 9 Yards: Idioms, Etymology, & Origins
Big Science PodsWhole 9 Yards is a weekly podcast that will simultaneously educate, astonish, and amuse. Listen while we share equivocal research about the origin of words, phrases, and idioms we use every day. From the team at Big Science Pods, we bring you the whole 9 yards, the entire kit and caboodle, the whole shebang of this quick, entertaining look at our language and the history therein. Learn why we call... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 335 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureEducationLanguage Learning | |||
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Episode 333: Jay & Ray break a leg.
• break a leg
• ham
• merde
• limelight
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Episode 332: Jay & Ray get anatomically analytical.
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• apple of my eye
• piggyback ride
• hand over fist
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Episode 331: Jay & Ray toe the line with some idioms.
• carpet bagger
• toe the line
• wag the dog
• gerrymander
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Episode 330: Jay & Ray, by and large, make sense out of idioms.
• bob's your uncle
• by & large
• heavens to Betsy
• call a spade a spade
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I got a kick out of this! These are the questions I mull over and I often get the brush off or a cold shoulder….😉
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Apple Podcasts5SouixzzzzzUnited States2 years ago - Word Nerds Unite!
Just a thank you to these two for making sense out of the nonsense that comes out of my mouth. Love you, gentlemen!
Apple Podcasts5KaycieBeeUnited States2 years ago - Fun and informative
I enjoy learning the stories behind various idioms and words. This podcast has a nice casual format and is quite fun to listen and learn. Thank you!
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A witty, education-forward podcast about idioms, etymology, and language origins. Two hosts explore how everyday phrases evolved—from ancient roots to modern usage—mixing scholarly notes with banter, listener input, and entertaining tangents. Sponsor mentions bookend episodes, providing a light, approachable deep-dive into language that's both informative and entertaining. A strong fit for listeners who love word histories, linguistic trivia, and culture-driven storytelling. A standout trait is the cohesive duo banter that makes technical etymology feel accessible and engaging for a broad audience.
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