Idioms (common sayings): Mysteries Solved

Midnight Facts for Insomniacs · Mar 20, 2020 · 29m

Do white elephants exist? (Spoiler: yes.) Was there actually a "Riot Act" and did anyone read it? (There was, and they did).

Join Shane and Duncan for a fascinating exploration of colloquialisms, jargon, and vernacular.

In this episode:

White Elephants

The Riot Act

Rule of Thumb

Crocodile Tears

For Pete's Sake

Bite the Bullet

Cats in Bags

Hair of the Dog

Loose Cannon

High and Dry

Baker's Dozen

...and more

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