Origin of Speakcies
The podcast about the history and stories behind the words we read, write, and speak everyday. Plus, how Kale is from The Devil.
Episodes
In this final episode of “Origin of Speakcies,” Scott and Steve are back in the closet where everything began to discuss the origins of the phrases "Coming Out" and “It Ain’t Over Till the Fat Lady Sings.”
Thank you to everyone who has listened, watched, and supported the show. It has been an amazing ride, and we couldn’t have done it without you.
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In the penultimate episode of Origin of Speakcies, the guys look back at interviews from two of their favorite guests, who also just happen to be ladies. #slayqueen
From Ep. 108 - Moist, comedian Adrienne Iapalucci (Netflix’s The Degenerates, Reader’s Digest) shares her worst words and, as always, some great entrepreneur...
The guys discuss the origin of the word that describes a person who dislikes and avoids other people - misanthrope.
Scott and Steve discuss how a play from French playwright Moliere helped to popularize the term and ponder what it means to be an
Imaginary Cuckold (while dying of tuberculosis).
On the "Origin of Eatcies" segment, the guys talk with Ron Romano of the McRib and Me podcast about everyone's favorite
restructured p...
In this episode of Origin of Speakcies, Scott covers the etymology of the words "Tabloid" and "Paparazzi." But first the guys make a very important announcement about the the future of the show.
In the "Origin of Eatcies" segment, Steve tells the history of Hawaiian Punch, which contains 10% juice. Listen now to find out whether Punchy, the Hawaiian Punch mascot should be canceled and whether or not Hawaiian Punch was too sweet f...
This week's episode features interviews from a pair of our favorite guests.
In this very, very special episode, learn the origin of Steve's hated nemesis. That's right, the true story of the real Devil's weed, the cabbage of Cthulhu, the pubes of Satan - Kale!
Scott and Steve discuss the etymology of the word, it's connection to Pizza Hut and Scotland, if it truly possesses its touted health benefits, and how one person (spoiler: It's not John Cougar Mellencamp) is responsible for transforming this evil ga...
Down some Allegra, grab your Puffs+ lotion, and join Scott and Steve as they discuss the origin and meaning of the phrase, "Jump the Shark," which gives them ample time to talk about one of television's greatest characters of all time: Arthur Herbert Fonzarelli, also know known as "Fonzie."
Next up on New Slang, Steve dives into the fascinating world of "Paraben-Free" lotion, conditioner, body butter, and more as he discusses his...
Pack your bags and gas up your car. Scott and Steve take you on a journey to explore the origin and history of the word "Motel."
On their way, the guys travel the byways and highways (and later Interstates) of the US, and also discuss how both Holiday Inn and South of The Border emerged from the motel movement, plus the effect from the birth of the Interstate Highway in 1956 on motels.
In the "Origin of Eatcies" segment, Scott disc...
Scuttle your butt on over for the latest episode of Origin of Speakcies, which starts off with the origin of the term "Scuttlebutt," which has nothing to do with Chris Glissman's dogs scuttling their butts across the floor, couch, etc.
Next up is Steve's New Slang segment which does not originate with hip hop or TikTok (although Steve does find a way to wedge in "another way to call a cat a kitty.)" If you know, you know. The term...
Please enjoy this bonus episode, featuring the Speakcies interview with Dusty Slay from episode 94 of Origin of Speakcies.
Dusty joins the guys to share his personal insight on football rivalries, the joys of outdoor urination and dog milk fresh from the nipple.
For all things Dusty Slay, visit dustyslay.com or follow him on social media @dustyslay. Dusty will be performing at the Richmond, VA Funny Bone on March 17-19. Buy tix at ...
Time to boil some potatoes and crack open a pint of your favorite Irish Stout in honor of St. Patrick's Day! In this episode, Scott tells the true story of the origin of the term "Boycott," and the guys discuss some successful and not so successful boycotts of the past.
In this episode's New Slang segment, Steve explains the origins of "Bussin" and introduces us to not one, but two Tays (Scott adds a third Tay for good measure). Li...
In a too hot for YouTube episode, Scott and Steve explore the origins of "Godwin's Law" and "Occam's Razor," while dealing with the return of everyone's least favorite failed Austrian painter - Ad*lf H*tler.
This episode starts with Scott and Steve discussing the phrase "Chip on Your Shoulder," and the ways in which it can be a positive thing (Michael Jordan, Robert Conrad) or a negative thing (pretty much everyone else).
Next up, Steve shares some things he learned from NPR about the complexities of racist emoji use and counters with his own realization about the problematic nature of eggplant emojis, before discussing the origins of ...
Scott and Steve reach out to Generation Z by exploring the history of "Dank" and "Swag" and also by bringing in the voice of Gen Z, rapper Yung Gravy, ... assuming that Steve actually booked him before recording their episode.
Well, it's that special time of year again! No, not Black Day, Single's Awareness Day, or Solo Poly Day - it's Valentine's Day!
For everyone out there thinking that the history of Valentine's Day is full of candy hearts, rainbows, and kisses, get ready to have your mind melted as the guys reveal the true, sordid origins of Valentine's Day. You guess it, Hallmark! No, It's actually worse than that. Much worse...
Listen now to hear t...
Scott and Steve discuss the origin and history of the word "propaganda", starting with its propagation (get it?) in the Counter-Reformation era Catholic Church and lots of Italians to its modern day pejorative meaning from World War I. And, logically, this discussion brings up Hitler, Zorro the Gay Blade, a Cardinal nicknamed Chito, and Neil Young's burgeoning career in MMA.
For New Slang, Scott discusses the term "Love Bomb."
Don'...
In this episode, you'll learn the many theories about the origin of the phrase "Mind Your Ps and Qs," which involve everything from English Pubs to French Dance Masters, to, of course, sailors. You'll also learn the meaning and origin of the phrase, "At Sixes and Sevens," and the surprising sports-related thread tying the it to "Mind Your Ps and Qs."
Also in this episode, Mindy the Dog drops by to drop some prison slang on the guys...
In this episode, Scott and Steve explore the world of fitness and idioms with comedian and fitness instructor, Stasia Patwell of SCHOOL OF THOT.
The guys discuss the origin and history of "Fit as a Fiddle" and "Lick into Shape" while learning about the joys of marriage from the Middle Ages and another terrifying thing about bears.
In addition, they interview Stasia Patwell, comedian and certified fitness instructor at her own virtu...
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