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133. Witham
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Lovers of dad jokes and witty insults, tune in! Kyle and Emily dig into some punny humor of the highest caliber, and explore the history of the word witham.
This episode’s journey begins with a simple jab, “born at Little Witham”, a textbook example of British wit. Our hosts aren’t sure from which English village this phrase springs--but that may be for the best, as it’s not the most complimentary sentiment.
This particular phrase might make one feel dumb and foolish, but Kyle reveals dozens of other phrases which make (mostly) delightful puns on town names in England. And Emily enjoys a hilarious game which extends the joke to cover some small towns in America.
Join us every week as we explore the fascinating origins and meanings of words, uncovering the hidden stories behind language and how it evolves over time, for language enthusiasts and etymology buffs alike.
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Produced by Seth Gliksman, Kyle Imperatore, and Emily Moyers
Main theme and accompanying themes by Kyle Imperatore
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