Lexiconned
Lexiconned is the podcast that unpacks the hidden histories and wild myths behind the words and phrases we use every day. With humor, curiosity, and a touch of irreverence, we separate fact from folklore to tell the stories behind everyday words.
Podcasting since 2025 • 32 episodes
Lexiconned
Latest Episodes
Hell– The Fiery Word Origins Ep. 32
Episode Description: Is hell a biblical punishment or a medieval invention? In this episode of Lexiconned, TJ takes you on a blazing journey through the etymology, theology, and mythology behind one of the most powerful words in...
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Episode 32
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String Theory: Spaghetti and the Word That Stuck - Ep.31
Episode Description: Did Marco Polo really bring pasta to Italy? Or is that just a saucy myth? In this episode of Lexiconned, TJ boils over the false origins and savory truth behind spaghetti—from its linguistic roots to its rol...
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Episode 31
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Bottoms Up: Liquor Language - Ep. 30
Episode DescriptionFrom “Dutch courage” to “paint the town red,” this episode uncorks the myths and truths behind your favorite drinking expressions. Join TJ Martin as he pours one out for linguistic history, one phrase at a time....
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Episode 30
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All the World’s a Phrase; Shakespeare's English - Ep. 29
Discover how Shakespeare's words went from stage to everyday speech in this bard-tastic episode of Lexiconned. We break down famous phrases the playwright coined—or catapulted into cultural fame—from “wild goose chase” to “green-eyed m...
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