History of Swear Words
An education in expletives.
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S01E03: Bitch
Though it literally means "female dog," in recent years, some women have started to reclaim the "B word" as a term of strength and solidarity.
Overview
This proudly profane series explores the history and impact of some of the most notorious bad words in the English language.
Episodes
Season 1
S01E01 F**k
January 5, 2021 6.9 21 min
The silly putty of the English language, our most malleable swear word can refer to sex, rage, confusion, excitement and a whole lot more.
S01E02 Sh*t
January 5, 2021 6.1 21 min
With medieval roots as a term for excrement, this filthy vulgarity evolved over time into something much more versatile — and sometimes even positive.
S01E03 Bitch
January 5, 2021 5.7 21 min
Though it literally means "female dog," in recent years, some women have started to reclaim the "B word" as a term of strength and solidarity.
S01E04 D**k
January 5, 2021 5.8 21 min
You can have one or you can be one. But how did an unassuming nickname for "Richard" become one of our most popular swear words?
S01E05 Pu**y
January 5, 2021 5.7 20 min
From its feline origins to its modern slang uses describing genitalia or insulting manhood, learn how "pu**y" has stood the test of time.
S01E06 Damn
January 5, 2021 5.8 20 min
Though quite mild when compared with its profane brethren, "damn" has maintained its meaning from biblical times and can still pack a punch even today.