Origin of Speakcies

Ep. 130 - Heart of Gold and True Blue

Dec 14, 2021

On a very special Origin of Speakcies, Scott and Steve discuss terms - Big-Hearted, Heart of Gold, True Blue, and Raconteur - that describe the life and character of their late friend and brother, Jeff Forbes.

The guys reflect on their memories of Jeff and his impact and influence on their lives. To lighten the mood,...

Ep. 129 - Feeling Blue, Blue Laws, and Blue Comedy

Dec 7, 2021

Elton John will no longer have to guess why they call it the blues after this episode of Origin of Speakcies. The guys explore the origin and history of three "blue" terms - Feeling Blue, Blue Laws, and Blue Comedy - along with the story behind "E-Girl" in New Slang.

As they explore these terms, there will be sex,...

Ep. 128 - Cooties and Under the Weather

Nov 30, 2021

Mask up, grab your hand sanitizer and join the guys as they look at the origin and history of the word “Cooties.”

In this episode, you’ll learn not only about why we all know the word “Cooties,” but also the history of the game “Cootie,” which has been around for a surprisingly long time. Hear Steve and...

Ep. 127 - Hobo

Nov 9, 2021

Pack your bindle and join Scott and Steve on a journey on the rails as they explore the origin and history of the word "Hobo."

On our trip, you will meet characters like Clark Gable, Barry Popik, and Connecticut Slim. Plus learn about hobo culture and terminology, including the hobo code, the hobo union...

Ep. 126 - Woke

Nov 2, 2021

In this episode, the guys discuss the history and meaning of the much-maligned word, "Woke." Scott takes the listener through the journey of emotions he experienced while doing research for this fraught episode, while multiple times, Steve threatens to play the Mongolian race card and whip up a mob to burn down Scott's...