In the season finale, Scott and Steve finally speak with their etymological hero - Barry Popik!

Barry discusses his work in uncovering the history behind some of his best discoveries - "Big Apple" and "Big Easy" - and his white whale - "Dallas". Also, learn how Barry actively tracks and captures new words, phrases and dad jokes, plus much more.

To learn about Barry Popik, the Big Apple and more, go to barrypopik.com.

Origin of Speakcies will return in September 2020 for a new season. For more episodes and other Speakcies podcasts, go to speakcies.com/shows.

Scott and Steve examine face and hand themed phrases - "Cut Your Nose to Spite Your Face," Talk to the Hand," and "A Bird In Hand (Is Worth Two in the Bush)." For New Slang, they discuss the term "Troll." Also, they discuss a terrifying memory about a dog from childhood and the surprising influence of Martin Lawrence and Fran Drescher on the English lexicon.  Dawg, this episode is all that.   For more information about the Speakcies network, go to speakcies.com/shows.

Scott and Steve discuss terminology - "Hair of the Dog" and "Hangover"  - related to imbibing alcohol, specifically what happens when you drink too much. Keeping with the drinking theme, the New Slang segment explores the term "Thirsty."

Also, they talk about hanging with Samuel Pepys' frat bros and a pretend product (Butter Lettuce) invented by a grocery store. 

For more information about the Speakcies network, go to speakcies.com/shows.

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 YouTube.com/nwa. For more information about the Speakcies network, go to speakcies.com/shows.

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 and UFOs, plus the time that President Obama said "Aloha" to his pastor (but that ain't none of my business tho').

For more information about the Speakcies network, go to speakcies.com/shows.

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 "Out In Left Field" and "Blast From the Past, plus the many uses of avocados, Mindy The Dog's gang affiliation, Carfax for boyfriends, Arista Records's greatest intern, Lady Macho Man, and a high risk/high reward job opportunity that you won't forget.   Learn more about our guests at Vadge (patreon.com/vadgepodcast), Sarah Tollemache (sarahtcomedy.com) and Adrienne Iapalucci (adrienneiapalucci.com).    For more information about the Speakcies network, go to speakcies.com/shows.

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 old Alec Baldwin photo.

For more information about the Speakcies network, including our new video podcast - Panic! at the Costco -  go to speakcies.com/shows.

In this episode, Scott and Steve team up with a special guest to discuss idioms on love and marriage.    The guys discuss the history behind "Head Over Heels"  and "Tie The Knot," and also speak with comedian Brian Bates, who shares his unique insight as a newlywed in a pandemic.    Also, they examine anticipating the arrival of the craft beer delivery man, great moments in Tennessee Titans football history, getting fat for your wedding, and the romantic possibilities of the Anne Frank House.   For more information about Brian Bates, go to brianbatescomedy.com.   For more information about the Speakcies network, go to speakcies.com/shows.

This week, Scott and Steve review the history of three phrases - "This Town Ain't Big Enough for the Both of Us," "Missionary Position," and "How Do You Get to Carnegie Hall?" - used as song titles by the band Sparks. 

Sparks was founded over 50 years ago by brothers Ron and Russell Mael, and their 24th studio album, A Steady Drip, Drip, Drip, will be released on May 15, 2020.

Keeping with the music theme, the guys also discuss the many advantages of having Bret Michael's immune system and explore the Eminem inspired term "Stan" on the New Slang segment.

For more information about the Speakcies network, go to speakcies.com/shows.

Scott and Steve take on some idioms that you should take seriously, ... or should you?

The guys discuss the history behind "Pulling My Leg, "Tongue in Cheek," and "Grain of Salt," along with New Slang featuring the term "Salty."

Also, they examine the process of transitioning to an old mom haircut (for both men and women), the common denominator between WWII vets and youth pastors, and which phrase is the "Holy Grail of etymology."

For more information about the Speakcies network, including our new video podcast - Panic! at the Costco -  go to speakcies.com/shows.