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Too Much Sugar

“Too much sugar for a dime” can mean either “too good to be true,” or “more trouble than it’s worth.” Merle Travis and Judy Hayden sing about it. This is part of a complete episode.

Paraprosdokian Quotes

Will Rogers was a master of paraprosdokians. Martha shares a favorite, as well as one from comedian Mitch Hedberg. This is part of a complete episode.

Take a Gander

Why do we say “take a gander” for “have a look”? This is part of a complete episode.

Calf-Rope!

Instead of crying “uncle,” an Indiana woman’s family cries calf-rope! She wonders if this expression of submission is unique to her family. This is part of a complete episode.

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