Welcome to our whimsical adventure of idioms and other turns of phrase. We delve into the origins of phrases to find out how they came into the English language. We tell the story of the phrase from its beginnings to where it is today. Shauna and Dan are two big nerds, so expect some geek culture references, random trivia facts, and loads of laughs. DFTBA! Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast has ended its run on July 8, 2026 after 325 episodes over 9 seasons.
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Episode 21: Axe To Grind
This week Shauna and Dan discuss the origins of Axe to Grind, which was made popular by old Ben while taking some interesting twists and turns to get to the phrase we know and love today! #BunnyTrails
Wednesday, August 8, 2018
Episode 20: Theater Episode!
This week Shauna and Dan talk about theater phrases. We're joined by special guest Moxie LaBouche from the awesome podcast, Your Brain On Facts!
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Episode 19: Fit As A Fiddle
Join Shauna and Dan as she discusses the fun stories behind feeling fit as a fiddle and he gets lost in what actually IS a fiddle? #BunnyTrails
Episode 18: Spill The Beans
Join Shauna and Dan as they spill the beans on how this idiom, and its operant word, evolved from something drastically different into the phrases we know today. It's a whimsical and fascinating adventure! #BunnyTrails
Wednesday, July 18, 2018
Episode 17: Waste Not Want Not
Waste not, want not we always say... wait. No, we've never said that. Until today where we say it a bunch. Learn with us! #BunnyTrails
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