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Terry Pratchett Quote

As author Terry Pratchett once said, “It’s still magic if you know how it’s done.” This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “Terry Pratchett Quote” Here’s a quote I love from Terry Pratchett who died recently, the author. It’s still magic...

Southpaw vs. Northpaw

Left-handers are called southpaws, but righties aren’t commonly known as northpaws. That’s because being right-handed is the default, and the more colorful terms are applied to the exception, not the rule, such as the Australian term for a southpaw...

Pickles and Ice Cream

How about some wind pudding with a dollop of air sauce? What’s in a tavern sandwich? Do pregnant women really crave pickles and ice cream? Grant and Martha dig in to colorful language from the world of food. Plus, ever think of publishing a novel...

Dexterous Extremities

A Canadian listener’s boyfriend has a special talent. He can remove his socks, roll them up, and throw them across the room into the laundry basket, all with his toes. She says he has toe dexterity, but wonders if the word dexterous can apply to...