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History of Everyday Sayings

Stephen Carter

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In each episode you discover the surprising history of how sayings we use today came to be long ago. This show is for you if you are a logophile - meaning of course lover of words - a writer, speaker, philomath, or someone who simply loves history tidbits you can use to amaze and impress friends and family.

Recent Episodes

SEP 16, 2026
"A Different Kettle of Fish" - Origin and Meaning Plus Words of the Day
In this episode, you discover the real meaning and origin of the saying, "A different kettle of fish". You also learn the meaning of our two words of the day: Ataraxia and Facsimile. References: "A different kettle of fish". Phrase Finder....
8 MIN
AUG 5, 2026
Origin of "Kick the Bucket" and "Bucket List", Plus Words of the Day
You will learn the origins and true meanings of "Kick the Bucket" and "Bucket List". You'll also learn 3 "words of the day" from authoritative dictionaries. --- Sources: "Kick the Bucket (Origin)". Link: https://Grammer-Monster.com. "Kick the...
10 MIN
JUL 1, 2026
Origin of "Happy as a Clam" Plus Words of the Day
In this episode, you discover the meaning and history of the saying, "Happy as a Clam". You'll also learn two "Words of the Day". Resource to learn more: "As happy as a clam". Phrase Finder - Phrases.org. Link:...
7 MIN
JUN 4, 2026
Origin of "Around Robbin Hood's Barn"
In this episode, you discover the meaning and origin of "History of Everyday Sayings". --- Resources: "MEANING AND ORIGIN OF THE PHRASE ‘ROUND ROBIN HOOD’S BARN’". WordHistories.net. Link: https://wordhistories.net/2018/12/05/robin-hoods-barn/...
8 MIN
APR 30, 2026
Origin of "A Dog is Man's Best Friend" Plus Words of the Day
In this episode, you discover the history and origin of the saying, "A dog is a man's best friend". --- Sources: "Man’s best friend". Phrase Finder". Link: https://www.phrases.org.uk/meanings/mans-best-friend.html#google_vignette "Man's best...
12 MIN