Origin of Speakcies

Origin of Speakcies


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The Speakcies Show #10 - Christmas with Scott McGinnis
December 20, 2022

It's the first ever Christmas episode of The Speakcies Show, featuring the return of Speakcies podfather, Scott McGinnis of Origin of Speakcies. In addition to discussing Christmas, the guys talk abou

The Speakcies Show #9 - Dog Eat Dog
December 06, 2022

The holidays are here, and it is a dog eat dog world (but not a Doggy Dog World - shout out to Snoop). Learn the origin of this idiom, plus get the details on Steve and Rod's Thanksgiving adventures,

The Speakcies Show #8 - Shave and a Haircut (Two Bits)
November 22, 2022

Inspired by Steve's entrance into the world of barbershop quartets, learn about everyone's (with the exception of Mexico) favorite door knock, plus life (and hair) lessons from the Love Boat, a black

The Speakcies Show #7 - Spaz
November 15, 2022

Is the word "Spaz" an ableist slur? What does "ableist" and "ableism" mean? The answers, and where the guys fall on the subject, might surprise you. Learn how Lizzo is involved, what it means to be

The Speakcies Show #6 - Till Death Do Us Part
November 08, 2022

This episode explores the circle of life inspired by the wedding vow "Till Death Do Us Part." Learn about birth from the woman who has 11 children with eight different men, plus death from the recent

The Speakcies Show #5 - I'm Lovin' It (Ba Da Ba Ba Ba)
October 25, 2022

This episode explores the world of quick serve / fast food dining, including the origin of McDonald's ubiquitous jingle (and Rod's parents contribution to it), plus a Cold War with Dunkin, a Taco Bell

The Speakcies Show #4 - Prog Rock with David Weigel
October 18, 2022

This episode concerns the history of Progressive Rock, or Prog Rock, which has nothing to do with Bernie Sanders (or does it?). To learn the truth, Steve speaks with journalist David Weigel (Slate, R

Patreon Preview: Speakcies Uncut - Boo, Boo Madea
October 13, 2022

Patreon Preview: Speakcies Uncut - Boo, Boo Madea Here is a preview of the latest episode of Speakcies Uncut, available exclusively to Speakcies Supporters at Patreon.com/speakcies. You can become a

The Speakcies Show #3 - My Money Don't Jiggle Jiggle
October 11, 2022

This episode explores the theme of money, ranging from the origin of the "My Money Don't Jiggle Jiggle" song to the world of financial independence with guest Brad Barrett, host of the "ChooseFI" podc

The Speakcies Show #2 - Who's Your Daddy
October 04, 2022

Host Steve Glissman and producer Rod Brostien explore the phrase "Who's Your Daddy," from its origins in the pimp game from 1861 to Steve's first earring as a teenager at Claire's. The guys also dis