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Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast

Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast

Shauna Harrison, Dan Pugh

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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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Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast - 140 Butterfly Kisses

140 Butterfly Kisses

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01/12/22 • 28 min

What is a butterfly kiss? Is it a light kiss with the lips? A soft brush from the eyelashes? A teasing kiss meant to drive you to lustful purchases? At some point in time, it was all of those at once. But which came first? And from where? Plus, hear bonus conversations about women's clothing sizes, the prolific author who was also the Queen of Romania, and two songs Dan never wants to hear again all on this week's #BunnyTrails

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Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast - 136 Never Look a Gift Horse in the Mouth

136 Never Look a Gift Horse in the Mouth

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12/15/21 • 33 min

Shauna and Dan talk about the ancient phrase, never look a gift horse in the mouth. What would $200,000 in 1912 be worth today? Is it true you can tell the age of a horse by looking at its teeth? What is the best ice cream flavor? Listen now, because we have answers to one of those questions on this week's #BunnyTrails

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Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast - 204 Tug at Your Heartstrings

204 Tug at Your Heartstrings

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08/23/23 • 30 min

This week Shauna and Dan explore heartstrings and their journey from literal, though misunderstood supporting structures to the marionette strings of your emotions. Bonus: Sad animated films, underused guitarists, and the best pizza places.

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Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast - BTP Ep49 Wedding Idioms

BTP Ep49 Wedding Idioms

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05/29/19 • 19 min

The recent marriage of one of the Lagomorphology Interns on Patreon got Shauna and Dan in the mood for wedding idioms. This week it's such favorites as tie the knot, get hitched up, jump the broom, and more! #BunnyTrails

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Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast - 85 Death Warmed Over

85 Death Warmed Over

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07/15/20 • 27 min

Shauna and Dan argue over the pronunciation of Oliver Wendell Holmes' name. Shauna discusses Death Warmed Over while Dan talks about his favorite funeral food. It's macabre on this week's Bunny Trails!

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Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast - 235 All Hell Breaks Loose

235 All Hell Breaks Loose

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05/15/24 • 30 min

This week Shauna and Dan explore what happens when all hell breaks loose. Bonus: Sharks, Commutes, and Paradise Lost.

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Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast - 239 Horseshoes and Hand Grenades

239 Horseshoes and Hand Grenades

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06/12/24 • 32 min

This week Shauna and Dan look at the phrase, "Close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades", which is way more modern than Dan thought. Also, Shauna points out Clydesdale horses bring their own Ugg boots to the party, while Dan notes that trebuchets are the superior siege engines. Bonus: Shippy Shippers and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles for the color vision deficient crowd (mostly Dan). And did you know the United Kingdom once listed horseshoes as an "uncivilized game"?

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Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast - 146 Grandfather Clock

146 Grandfather Clock

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02/23/22 • 31 min

A lean, tall clock stops the moment its owner dies. Is it an episode of The Twilight Zone or the catalyst for the term "Grandfather Clock?"

Bonus - The talent of Sam Lucas, plus Knickerbockers!

Outro Song: My Grandfathers Clock by H.C. Work, Arranged and performed by Michael Pugh, Shauna Harrison, Dan Pugh.

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Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast - 173 A Watched Pot Never Boils

173 A Watched Pot Never Boils

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11/16/22 • 32 min

This week Shauna and Dan look at the phrase "A Watched Pot Never Boils". This one is frequently misattributed, though not in the way you might think. Bonus: Art we can't see, songs we can't share, and places we can't visit. #BunnyTrails

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Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast - 196 Give Up the Ghost

196 Give Up the Ghost

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06/21/23 • 31 min

This week Shauna and Dan get spooky with Give Up the Ghost. This one is fascinating as it has remained mostly unchanged for 900+ years, though it's early usage wasn't meant to be figurative. Bonus: Generational Labels, Zany cartoon characters, and Shakespeare's rhyming schemes. #BunnyTrails

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How many episodes does Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast have?

Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast currently has 260 episodes available.

What topics does Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Geek, Writer, History, Nerd, Language Learning, Podcasts, Books and Education.

What is the most popular episode on Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast?

The episode title '140 Butterfly Kisses' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast?

The average episode length on Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast is 30 minutes.

How often are episodes of Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast released?

Episodes of Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast?

The first episode of Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast was released on Jan 7, 2019.

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