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America's Secret Slang (2013)
Overview
Zach Selwyn takes viewers on an engaging journey through American slang, exploring its fascinating roots and meanings. Hitting the streets, he interviews ordinary people to gather their insights on popular phrases, before unveiling the true origins and often surprising histories behind these expressions. Each 30-minute episode delves into a distinct period of American history, highlighting words that emerged during that time or hold particular regional importance. With a blend of humor and education, the show uncovers the rich tapestry of language that shapes American culture.
Cast
Episodes
E1
The Price
E1
Guns, Booze, and Politics
E2
Bargaining For Time
E2
Them's Fighting Words
E3
Y'all Speak Country
E3
Masked Identity
E4
West Word, Ho!
E4
Ransom or Redhead
E5
Coming to America
E5
Master Builder
E6
Talking Turkey
E6
No Dice
E7
Love on the Rocks
E8
The Law of Jumanji
E9
Stormy Weather
E10
El Pollo Jumanji
E11
Perfect Match
E12
The Gift
E13
Truth Or Consequently
E1
Straight from the Horse's Mouth
E1
The Red and the Black
E2
Riding Shotgun
E2
Eye of the Sea
E3
Brantford, the Game
E3
Lower the Boom
E4
Air Judy
E4
Off the Cuff
E5
The Palace of Clues
E5
Cut to the Chase
E6
The Master of the Game
E6
Bite the Bullet
E7
Robo-Peter
E7
Go for Broke
E8
Mud Boy
E8
Hail to the Chief
E9
The Magic Chest
E10
The Trial
E11
The Riddle of Alan
E12
Night of the Hunters
E13
The Plague