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A Controversial Theory About Gossip

A Controversial Theory About Gossip

Season 2 Episode 5
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Foreign Words We Need in English

Foreign Words We Need in English

Season 2 Episode 6
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Is Bilingualism a Superpower?

Is Bilingualism a Superpower?

Season 2 Episode 7
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The Stories Behind Food Names

The Stories Behind Food Names

Season 2 Episode 8
7:46
Literally No One Likes a Grammar Cop

Literally No One Likes a Grammar Cop

Season 2 Episode 9
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Why Sign Language Was Banned in America

Why Sign Language Was Banned in America

Season 2 Episode 10
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How Brands Ruin Slang

How Brands Ruin Slang

Season 3 Episode 1
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Is "R" a Vowel?

Is "R" a Vowel?

Season 3 Episode 2
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How English Took Over the World

How English Took Over the World

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How Do Clichés Evolve into Memes?

Season 2 Episode 2

Adaptable clichés called "snowclones" are EVERYWHERE on the internet. We use them for memes, inside jokes, to show our membership of the group. But they weren't invented online. In fact, they're way older than you think!