Ep. 279: Cat Got Your Tongue?
SmartDrivel · Jun 2, 2025 · 36:55
SmartDrivel · Jun 2, 2025 · 36:55
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Jon and Kurt wonder at the pervasive use of animal idioms in everyday conversation. Why do we call someone a Black Sheep? Or accuse someone of crying Crocodile Tears? What is a Paper Tiger and who famously made it into an insult to his enemies? Get the Albatross From Around Your Neck or the Monkey Off Your Back and have a listen. This episode is The Cat’s Pajamas.
