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It's the first ever Christmas episode of The Speakcies Show, featuring the return of Speakcies podfather, Scott McGinnis of Origin of Speakcies. In addition to discussing Christmas, the guys talk about a visit to a pop up bar, a very comfortab
The holidays are here, and it is a dog eat dog world (but not a Doggy Dog World - shout out to Snoop). Learn the origin of this idiom, plus get the details on Steve and Rod's Thanksgiving adventures, including navigating a meal with your uncle
Inspired by Steve's entrance into the world of barbershop quartets, learn about everyone's (with the exception of Mexico) favorite door knock, plus life (and hair) lessons from the Love Boat, a black market high school barber, a visit to Lizzo'
Is the word "Spaz" an ableist slur? What does "ableist" and "ableism" mean? The answers, and where the guys fall on the subject, might surprise you. Learn how Lizzo is involved, what it means to be a Fat, how John Fetterman and Herschel Walke
This episode explores the circle of life inspired by the wedding vow "Till Death Do Us Part." Learn about birth from the woman who has 11 children with eight different men, plus death from the recent passing of the world's dirtiest man. Also fi
This episode explores the world of quick serve / fast food dining, including the origin of McDonald's ubiquitous jingle (and Rod's parents contribution to it), plus a Cold War with Dunkin, a Taco Bell victory over Chick-fil-A, and the ballad of
This episode concerns the history of Progressive Rock, or Prog Rock, which has nothing to do with Bernie Sanders (or does it?). To learn the truth, Steve speaks with journalist David Weigel (Slate, Reason, GQ, Esquire, USA Today, Rolling Stone
Patreon Preview: Speakcies Uncut - Boo, Boo Madea Here is a preview of the latest episode of Speakcies Uncut, available exclusively to Speakcies Supporters at Patreon.com/speakcies. You can become a Speakcies Supporter today for just $2.00/mon
This episode explores the theme of money, ranging from the origin of the "My Money Don't Jiggle Jiggle" song to the world of financial independence with guest Brad Barrett, host of the "ChooseFI" podcast (and book). In addition, learn the legen
Host Steve Glissman and producer Rod Brostien explore the phrase "Who's Your Daddy," from its origins in the pimp game from 1861 to Steve's first earring as a teenager at Claire's. The guys also discuss comments from an episode of "Call Her D
The new chapter - and season - of Speakcies begins now! Host Steve Glissman and new producer Rod Brostien explore the theme of "Let Them Eat Cake" by discussing Steve's trip to Paris this past summer, plus a few major changes in his life. Guest
The Speakcies Show returns on Tuesday, September 27. Subscribe today. For more, go to www.speakcies.com ___ Coming soon. The Speakcies Show. A podcast about the history and stories around the words that we read, write, and speak every day. Wi
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 liste
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
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 b
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
This week's episode features interviews from a pair of our favorite guests. From Ep. 116 True Crime, Scott and Steve chat with the creator and host of Sword and Scale, Mike Boudet. Mike chats about the inception of Sword and Scale, some of th
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 con
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 H
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
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
The guys explore the origin and history of Steve's favorite idiom - and personal motto - "Loaded for Bear," in addition to the many uses of the term "Loaded," plus the gay subculture of "Bears." But most importantly, on the brand new segmen
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 fres
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 succes
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. Accordingly, the guys restate the of
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