Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Episode 187: At a Crossroads

 

This week Shauna and Dan explore the phrase, "At a Crossroads", which has a strong association with blues legend Robert Johnson. Bonus: Search engine optimization in the 1700s and cool pet names. Also, how do you pronounce gnocchi?

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Episode 186: Give an Inch, Take a Mile

 

Did you know "If you give them an inch, they'll take a mile" wasn't the original usage for this phrase? And the original usage stuck around until the mid 1900s? This week on #BunnyTrails Shauna and Dan explore the origins and past of this saucy phrase. 


 

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Episode 185: If You Can't Stand the Heat, Get Out of the Kitchen

 

Harry S. Truman was known for his metaphorical way of speaking. This week's phrase, "if you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen" was one he helped popularize. But where did it come from? Even Truman himself credits different people at different times. So join us as we explore this phrase. #BunnyTrails


 

Episode 185: If You Can't Stand the Heat, Get Out of the Kitchen Show Notes

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023

Episode 184: The Rabbit Died

 

This week Shauna and Dan explore the fast burning phrase, The Rabbit Died. We talk the history of early pregnancy tests and how that led to this interesting phrase. Along the way we hear about several TV shows that used the phrase and then talk about Billy Crystal doing CPR on a bunny. Fun times. #BunnyTrails


 

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

Episode 183: Line Your Pockets

 

Shauna and Dan explore the money-grabbing phrase, Line Your Pockets. Along the way, we learn about Dan's dainty wallet, the Peculiar Miss Pickett, and how George Washington was against price gouging. #BunnyTrails


 

Episode 183: Line Your Pockets Show Notes

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