The History of Whiskey - Ep. 6

02/08/25 • 8 min

Whiskey: The Water of Life and the Spirit of History"
In this episode of Lexiconned, TJ pours into the rich, complex history of whiskey, the storied spirit that has warmed hearts and sparked debates for centuries. From its Gaelic roots as "uisce beatha"—the "water of life"—to its pivotal role in America’s Whiskey Rebellion, this episode explores whiskey’s journey across continents and centuries. Discover the differences between Scotch whisky and Irish whiskey, the rise of bourbon as a uniquely American creation, and the cultural legacy of this iconic drink. Whether you take it neat or on the rocks, this episode will leave you thirsty for more. Sláinte!
Sources:
https://www.rebellionresearch.com/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whiskey_Rebellion
https://www.oxfordreference.com/display/10.1093/oi/authority.20110803122045416#:~:text=Name%20derived%20from%20the%20Gaelic,to%20make%20whisky%20(1494).
https://specificmechanical.com/news/blog/the-differences-between-distilling-irish-whiskey-and-scottish-whisky/#:~:text=Irish%20whiskey%20is%20often%20triple,critical%20step%20for%20both%20spirits.

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"Spam: From Mystery Meat to Digital Junk"
This week on Lexiconned, we’re diving into the meaty origins of a word that’s been clogging inboxes and fueling breakfast tables alike—spam. Where did it come from? Why did it stick? And how did a canned meat product go from wartime ration to internet annoyance? We’ll explore its humble beginnings, its unlikely role in comedy history, and the tech twist that gave it a second life as the nemesis of email users everywhere. Tune in for a slice of language history that’s anything but canned.
Sources:
https://www.spam.com/museum
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spam_(Monty_Python_sketch)
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365-life-hacks/privacy-and-safety/what-is-email-spam
https://web.archive.org/web/20060326032433/http://www.mailmsg.com/SPAM_history.htm

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Sources:

Etymology of "Love": Etymonline (https://www.etymonline.com/word/love)
Old English "lufu": Beowulf and Anglo-Saxon manuscripts
Greek words for love: The Cambridge Dictionary of Classical Civilization
Shakespeare's influence on love idioms: Oxford English Dictionary
Origins of "making love": Historical English linguistics studies

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