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Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast

Bunny Trails: A Word History Podcast

By: Shauna Harrison Dan Pugh
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 Welcome to our whimsical adventure of idioms and other turns of phrase. Each week, we delve into the origins of phrases to find out how they came into the English language. We tell the story of how the phrase got from its beginnings to where it is today. Shauna and Dan are two big nerds, so expect some geek culture references, random trivia facts, and loads of laughs!The Readiness Corner - All Rights Reserved, 2026 Language Learning World
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  • RETRO 216 Snowball Effect

    RETRO 216 Snowball Effect
    Dec 17 2025

    This week Shauna and Dan explore the history of the snowball effect. Bonus: Snowpersons, Science Fiction Matriarchs, and Snake Oil Sales Folk. Double Bonus: Air travel tips!

    It's free to join our Patreon, patreon.com/bunnytrailspod

    On our Patreon you have direct access to reach Shauna and Dan, plus join our weekly chats and polls. Paid tiers have even more perks, like early access and name recognition on the show. So join us on Patreon!
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    30 mins
  • RETRO 259 Words Christmas Gave Us with Grace Tierney

    RETRO 259 Words Christmas Gave Us with Grace Tierney
    Dec 10 2025

    This week Shauna and Dan are joined by 'Words Christmas Gave Us' author Grace Tierney to talk about Christmas, Boxing Day (St. Stephens Day if you are in Ireland - Do NOT make that mistake), and fun holiday traditions. Happy holidays from all of us at Bunny Trails!

    It's free to join our Patreon, patreon.com/bunnytrailspod

    On our Patreon you have direct access to reach Shauna and Dan, plus join our weekly chats and polls. Paid tiers have even more perks, like early access and name recognition on the show. So join us on Patreon!
    patreon.com/bunnytrailspod

    Shownotes are always available on our website, bunnytrailspod.com

    Copyright 2025 by The Readiness Corner, LLC - All Rights Reserved
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    32 mins
  • RETRO 136 Never Look a Gift Horse in the Mouth

    RETRO 136 Never Look a Gift Horse in the Mouth
    Dec 3 2025

    Shauna and Dan talk about the ancient phrase, never look a gift horse in the mouth. Bonus: What would $200,000 in 1912 be worth today, Can you really tell the age of a horse by looking at its teeth, and the best ice cream flavor

    It's free to join our Patreon, patreon.com/bunnytrailspod

    On our Patreon you have direct access to reach Shauna and Dan, plus join our weekly chats and polls. Paid tiers have even more perks, like early access and name recognition on the show. So join us on Patreon!
    patreon.com/bunnytrailspod

    Shownotes are always available on our website, bunnytrailspod.com

    Copyright 2025 by The Readiness Corner, LLC - All Rights Reserved
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    34 mins
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