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Origin of Speakcies

May 26, 2020

Scott and Steve examine two phrases with ties to professional wrestling  - "Nature Boy" and "Rude Awakening"  - plus host an extensive conversation with their special guest, professional wrestler Nick Aldis, NWA World Champion. 
 
Learn more about Nick Aldis and the National Wrestling Alliance, go to NickAldis.com and...


May 19, 2020

Scott and Steve examine the history of three idioms - "When Pigs Fly," "Chickens Come Home to Roost," and " 'til the Cows Come Home" - inspired by the three best animals, in addition to the origin of "Tea" in the New Slang segment. 

Also, they discuss the street value of dumbbells, the best Baron of all time, Puritans...


May 12, 2020

Scott and Steve discuss all things comedy and NYC with special guests Sarah Tollemache (James Corden, Stephen Colbert) and Adrienne Iapalucci (Reader's Digest, Netflix's "The Degenerates" Season 2) from the podcast with best name ever -  Vadge.
 
In this episode, topics include the history behind New York City idioms...


May 5, 2020

Scott and Steve examine the history of three hard workin' phrases - "Nose to the Grindstone," "Elbow Grease," and "Knuckle Down," as well as the origin of "Big D*ck Energy" on New Slang. 

Also, they discuss the potential utility of ascots, the most depressing Bruce Springsteen songs, and the transformative power of an...