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Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
July 14, 2025
Andrew Thompson shares the fascinating stories behind everyday sayings, revealing their origins and evolution in the English language, from 'ante' to 'wet behind the ears'. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
July 11, 2025
The story of the English language is a rich tapestry of curious origins and everyday sayings that have been passed down through generations. From 'sold down the river' to 'spill the beans', these phrases have a fascinating history that reveals the complexities of human culture and the evolution of language. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
July 10, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings and expressions are often shrouded in mystery, but they can be traced back to historical events, cultural practices, and even ancient superstitions. From 'to run amok' to 'to show your true colours', these phrases have evolved over time, reflecting the complexities of human experience and the power of language to shape our understanding of the world. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
June 26, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are explored, revealing their surprising histories and meanings. From 'peter out' to 'pull out all the stops', each phrase is examined in depth, uncovering its roots in language, culture, and human experience. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
June 03, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are often rooted in history, sports, and literature. From 'back to square one' to 'barking mad', the meanings behind these expressions are fascinating and varied, reflecting the complexities of human communication. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
May 15, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings and idioms are explored, from 'in the lap of the gods' to 'lick it into shape', shedding light on the history and meaning behind these phrases. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
May 13, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings and expressions are explored, revealing the fascinating history behind American language and English phrases, including idioms and their meanings. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
April 18, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings, from 'red tape' to 'rise and shine', are explored in this series, tracing their roots in history, language, and culture. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
April 17, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings such as 'to have someone over a barrel' and 'to have the bit between your teeth' are explored, revealing their nautical and horse racing roots. Meanwhile, the importance of financial literacy is highlighted, with experts discussing the benefits of teaching children about earning, saving, and investing. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
April 04, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings are explored, revealing their fascinating histories, from military-based phrases to horse racing expressions and even ancient Roman superstitions, shedding light on the evolution of the English language. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
March 21, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings, including 'to tie the knot', 'to be blackballed', and 'to turn the tables', are explored. The stories behind phrases like 'to turn the corner' and 'to touch and go' are also examined, revealing their seafaring roots. Meanwhile, the importance of financial literacy and education is highlighted, with statistics showing that adults with these skills have more wealth than those without. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
March 18, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are explored in depth, revealing the fascinating history behind expressions like 'fair game', 'feather in your cap', and '15 minutes of fame'. From medieval England to modern-day America, the stories behind these idioms are uncovered, providing a unique glimpse into the evolution of language and culture. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
March 07, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are often shrouded in mystery, but they can reveal fascinating insights into the history of the English language. From 'in a nutshell' to 'in the doghouse', these expressions have been used for centuries to convey complex ideas and emotions in a concise and colorful way. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
March 06, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are often rooted in history, with expressions like 'a cat got your tongue' and 'catch-22' having nautical and literary beginnings. From the 17th century to modern times, phrases have evolved from various sources, including the military, sports, and even cinematography. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
February 25, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are explored, from 'loose cannon' to 'mad as a hatter', with connections to naval warfare, accountancy, and even mercury poisoning. Meanwhile, the importance of protecting sensitive information during tax season is highlighted, and the process of wedding planning is discussed. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
February 20, 2025
Benjamin Disraeli's novel The Young Duke introduced the term 'dark horse' to describe a competitor that is unknown or wins unexpectedly. The origins of various expressions, such as 'dead end', 'dead ringer', and 'down to the wire', are explored in the context of history, language, and culture. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
February 10, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases in the English language are often shrouded in mystery, but they can reveal fascinating insights into the history and culture of the language. From 'it's a funny old world' to 'keep it up', each phrase has a unique story to tell, and understanding their origins can enrich our appreciation of the language and its evolution. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
February 03, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings and expressions are explored, revealing the fascinating history behind phrases like 'run amok', 'saved by the bell', and 'shake a leg'. From ancient Rome to modern times, the evolution of language is a rich and complex tapestry, influenced by culture, history, and human experience. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
January 24, 2025
The curious origins of everyday sayings and fun phrases is a book that reveals the surprising, captivating and even hilarious origins behind 400 of these sayings, including read between the lines, cat got your tongue, raining cats and dogs. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
January 10, 2025
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases in the English language are explored, from 'out of the blue' to 'pay through the nose', and how they have evolved over time. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
December 20, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are explored in this podcast, delving into the history and evolution of the English language and its unique cultural expressions. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
December 17, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are often shrouded in mystery, but Andrew Thompson delves into the fascinating history behind expressions like 'put a sock in it', 'raining cats and dogs', and 'the real McCoy'. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
December 16, 2024
Andrew Thompson explores the fascinating origins of everyday sayings and phrases, delving into their history and evolution over time. From 'beat a hasty retreat' to 'the bee's knees', he uncovers the stories behind these common expressions and sheds light on their surprising origins. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
December 12, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are explored, revealing the fascinating stories behind their meanings. From 'goody two shoes' to 'green with envy', each phrase is examined in depth, uncovering its history and cultural significance. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
December 04, 2024
The Great Vowel Shift was a significant change in the English language that occurred between the 14th and 18th centuries, transforming the pronunciation of vowels and affecting the way words were spoken. This shift was influenced by factors such as population migration, the Norman Conquest, and the introduction of French loanwords into the English language. The result was a language that is unique in its history and complexity, with a pronunciation that is distinct from other languages in Europe. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
November 18, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are explored, revealing the fascinating history behind expressions like 'from pillar to post' and 'pipe dreams'. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
October 23, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and idioms are explored, delving into the history of phrases such as 'in the lap of the gods', 'a last-ditch effort', 'laughing stock', and 'lick it into shape'. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
October 07, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings, from 'red tape' to 'ride shotgun', are rooted in history, culture, and language. Explore the fascinating stories behind these phrases and discover how they've evolved over time. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
October 01, 2024
The origins of various phrases and sayings are explored, including 'blowing hot and cold', 'blue blood', 'bottle it', and 'bring home the bacon'. The stories behind these expressions are rooted in history, mythology, and cultural practices. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
September 26, 2024
The stories behind everyday sayings and phrases are often fascinating and rooted in history. From 'the whole nine yards' to 'you can run but you can't hide', each phrase has a unique origin that reveals the complexities of the English language. Join Andrew Thompson as he explores the origins of these expressions, shedding light on the military, horse racing, and even ancient Roman toilet habits that have shaped our language. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
September 26, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and expressions are often shrouded in mystery, but Andrew Thompson is here to shed light on their fascinating histories. From 'to up the ante' to 'to wear your heart on your sleeve', each phrase has a unique story behind it, and Andrew shares them all in his book, 'The Curious Origins of Everyday Sayings'. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
September 19, 2024
The English language is filled with curious and intriguing phrases, but have you ever wondered where they come from? Join Andrew Thompson as he shares the origins of phrases like 'apple of your eye', 'as bald as a badger', and 'at sixes and sevens'. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
September 11, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings are explored in this series, including 'to tie the knot', 'to be blackballed', 'to double cross', and 'to turn the tables', among others, with roots in Roman mythology, British and American culture, and seafaring traditions. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
September 10, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and idioms are often rooted in history and culture. From 'to take the cake' to 'three sheets to the wind', these phrases have fascinating stories behind them. Join the hosts as they explore the curious origins of these expressions and uncover the secrets of the English language. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
September 09, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and expressions are explored in this series, delving into the history of phrases like 'on the bread line,' 'on the level,' and 'once in a blue moon.' [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
September 03, 2024
A nest egg is savings set aside for later use, which a person tries to add to. The phrase has been used from as early as the 14th century in England. In those days, before commercial factory chicken farming, chickens would lay their eggs in nests in a coop as a means of giving the chickens hope and encouraging them to lay more eggs. Farmers used to place a porcelain or China egg in the nest or the coop area. The dummy egg was known as a nest egg and did often induce the chickens to be more productive. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
August 23, 2024
A long shot is an attempt that has little chance of success, and it owes its origins to naval warfare in the 1800s. Other phrases like 'loose cannon' and 'mad as a hatter' have fascinating stories behind them, from naval battles to the effects of mercury poisoning. Join Andrew Thompson as he explores the curious origins of everyday sayings and fun phrases. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
August 20, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and fun phrases are explored in this episode, delving into the history of expressions like 'fair game', 'feather in your cap', and '15 minutes of fame'. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
August 13, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings, such as 'on skid row' and 'on the bandwagon', are explored in this series about the curious origins of phrases in the English language. From the American lumber industry to the early days of telegraphy, each expression is examined for its roots and history. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
August 12, 2024
The origins of common phrases and sayings in the English language are explored, revealing their connections to history, literature, and culture. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
August 06, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are explored, revealing the stories behind America's official language, English. From 'on the breadline' to 'once in a blue moon', each phrase has a unique history and meaning. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
July 29, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are explored in depth, from 'over a barrel' to 'hell bent for leather', and how they relate to historical events and cultural practices. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
July 26, 2024
Exploring the origins of everyday sayings, from 'put a sock in it' to 'raining cats and dogs', and uncovering the fascinating stories behind their meanings. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
July 25, 2024
The Paris Olympics begin with a stunning opening ceremony, while Andrew Thompson continues to share the curious origins of everyday sayings, exploring the fascinating history and etymology of expressions like 'run amok', 'saved by the bell', and 'shake a leg'. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
July 24, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and idioms are explored, revealing the fascinating history behind phrases like 'dark horse', 'dead end', and 'die-hard supporter'. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
July 17, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and fun phrases are revealed in a new book, Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red. Author Andrew Thompson shares the surprising and captivating stories behind 400 expressions, including above board, Achilles heel, and across the board. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
July 11, 2024
On this episode of Our American Stories Andrew Thompson shares another slice of his guide to understanding the baffling mini-mysteries of the English language The book is Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red The Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions and Fun Phrases Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
July 02, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are explored, tracing their roots in history, culture, and language. From 'out of the blue' to 'pay through the nose', each phrase is examined for its fascinating story and evolution. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
June 28, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and fun phrases are explored in this podcast, delving into the history of words and language evolution, from sports and ancient history to Shakespeare and Dickens. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
June 25, 2024
The Great Vowel Shift was a period of radical change in the English language that occurred between the 14th and 18th centuries, transforming the pronunciation of vowels and affecting the entire language. This shift was influenced by factors such as population migration, the Norman Conquest, and the introduction of French loanwords, ultimately shaping the modern English language. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
June 12, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are explored, from 'peter out' to 'point blank', in a fascinating journey through history and language. From the brutal punishments of medieval England to the opium dens of 19th-century America, the stories behind our words are revealed. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
June 06, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are often shrouded in mystery, but they can be traced back to various historical events, cultural practices, and literary works. From the British Navy's use of a whip called the Cat of Ninetales to the 19th-century American schoolyards where boys would place a chip on their shoulder to challenge each other, these expressions have evolved over time to become an integral part of our language. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
June 03, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and fun phrases are explored, revealing the fascinating history behind expressions such as 'fair game', 'feather in your cap', and '15 minutes of fame'. From medieval England to modern-day America, the evolution of language is a rich and complex tapestry. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
May 16, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are explored, revealing their roots in history, culture, and language. From 'in the lap of the gods' to 'lick it into shape', the stories behind these expressions are uncovered, shedding light on the complexities of human communication. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
May 07, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and idioms are explored, tracing their roots in American history, English language, and cultural heritage. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
May 02, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and phrases are explored, from 'blowing hot and cold' to 'bottling it', each with a unique history and meaning, shedding light on the fascinating world of language and its evolution. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
April 25, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and idioms are often shrouded in mystery, but they can reveal fascinating stories about our language and culture. From 'catch-22' to 'curry favor', we explore the curious origins of phrases that have become an integral part of our vocabulary. [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
April 08, 2024
On this episode of Our American Stories Andrew Thompson shares another slice of his guide to understanding the baffling mini-mysteries of the English language The book is Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red The Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions and Fun Phrases Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
March 25, 2024
On this episode of Our American Stories Andrew Thompson shares another slice of his guide to understanding the baffling mini-mysteries of the English language The book is Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red The Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions and Fun Phrases Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
March 13, 2024
The origins of everyday sayings and fun phrases in the English language are explored, from 'sold down the river' to 'spitting image', and how they have evolved over time, revealing the complex and often surprising history behind our common expressions. [... more]
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