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Origin of Speakcies

Jan 25, 2022

In this episode, you'll learn the many theories about the origin of the phrase "Mind Your Ps and Qs," which involve everything from English Pubs to French Dance Masters, to, of course, sailors. You'll also learn the meaning and origin of the phrase, "At Sixes and Sevens," and the surprising sports-related thread tying...


Jan 18, 2022

In this episode, Scott and Steve explore the world of fitness and idioms with comedian and fitness instructor, Stasia Patwell of SCHOOL OF THOT.

The guys discuss the origin and history of "Fit as a Fiddle" and "Lick into Shape" while learning about the joys of marriage from the Middle Ages and another terrifying thing...


Jan 11, 2022

After a couple of "blue" episodes to finish out 2021, the guys are back in the new year with an episode that features phrases with the word "red" in them. In this episode, Scott gives the meanings and origins of "seeing red," "roll out the red carpet," and "red letter day," and Steve explains what it means to be...


Jan 4, 2022

Scott and Steve would like to wish everyone a happy new year and best wishes for 2022! The guys will be back with all new words and phrases next week, but today's episode features content from Speakcies Uncut, which is a podcast where the guys let their hair down and move past the words and phrases, and delve into to...