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Send a textEver wondered why we call someone's final performance their Swan Song? Or why impatient people always want to Cut to the Chase? This episode is jam-packed with phrase origins, questionable metaphors, and possibly a little too much enthusiasm about frying pans.We’ll also explore how being On the Same Wavelength has nothing to do with actual radio signals, and why jumping from one disaster into another is the true meaning of Out of the Frying Pan and Into the Fire (spoiler: it’s exactly as bad as it sounds).And of course, we wrap up with the newly world-famous  game show… Who Said That?This episode is proudly sponsored by Reel Review: The Sequels—because sometimes, the second time around is even better!Gretel le Maître Ponders Beauty, with Bede & other guestsGretel le Maître likes to look for the beauty and curiosities in life, one day at a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showhttps://reelreviewthesequels.buzzsprout.com/

Send a textHello Friends!In this episode of Why Do We Say That?, we’re diving into some truly morbid, mysterious, and downright sneaky phrases! Ever wondered why we kick the bucket when we die? Or how the writing on the wall could seal your fate? And what’s with turning a blind eye—is that just selective vision or a strategic move? Plus, we’re burying the hatchet (but not in each other) as we explore the origins of these quirky sayings!And, of course, our newly world-famous game show (yes, we’re calling it that now): "Who Said That?" returns with another round of quotable confusion!Don’t forget our Word of the Day, because if you leave this episode without learning something, we’ll be turning a blind eye to your excuses.Hit play now, and let’s get idiomatic! Gretel le Maître Ponders Beauty, with Bede & other guestsGretel le Maître likes to look for the beauty and curiosities in life, one day at a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showhttps://reelreviewthesequels.buzzsprout.com/

Send a textEver wondered why we say hit rock bottom when things go south? Or why being dressed to the nines doesn’t actually require the number nine? This week, we’re diving into some of the strangest and most dramatic phrases in the English language!Blood is Thicker than Water – Does this really mean family comes first, or have we been getting it wrong this whole time?One Fell Swoop – Shakespeare gave us this gem, but what the heck does a "fell swoop" even look like?And of course, we’re closing things out with our brand new, soon-to-be-world-famous game show, Who Said That?! We’ll throw out a famous quote, and you’ll have to guess who said it—will it be a literary legend, a historical icon, or a celebrity who really should’ve thought before speaking?So grab your fanciest outfit (or at least pretend you're dressed to the nines), and join us for another hilarious deep dive into the phrases we use every day without questioning!Gretel le Maître Ponders Beauty, with Bede & other guestsGretel le Maître likes to look for the beauty and curiosities in life, one day at a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showhttps://reelreviewthesequels.buzzsprout.com/

Send a textHello Friends,On today's episode we cover:Hanky PankyBeware the Ides of MarchDilly DallyDollars to DoughnutsWe also welcome a very special VIP guest to our world famous game show...What Word Am I?Gretel le Maître Ponders Beauty, with Bede & other guestsGretel le Maître likes to look for the beauty and curiosities in life, one day at a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showhttps://reelreviewthesequels.buzzsprout.com/

Send a textHappy Anniversary from Us!Thanks so much for sticking around with us for two years! Liam seemed so happy (not really). We appreciate all the support!Today's episode is an..."On The" episode! We cover:On the WagonOn Cloud NineOn a Wing And A PrayerOn The QTWe also welcome our newest contestant to the world famous game show What Word Am I?,  our very special guest Stacey B!Gretel le Maître Ponders Beauty, with Bede & other guestsGretel le Maître likes to look for the beauty and curiosities in life, one day at a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showhttps://reelreviewthesequels.buzzsprout.com/

Send a textWe're Back Baby!After a long hiatus, we are back! We have moved to the new studio 4 North and we are back giving you the answers to the questions you've always asked but were too lazy to Google.On today's show we cover:Mother F&^^erJump the GunAcross the BoardRed Letter DayWe also welcome Kristina to participate in our newly world famous game show, What Word Am I? Did she beat our current champion Sadie? Stay tuned to the end of the episode to find out!Gretel le Maître Ponders Beauty, with Bede & other guestsGretel le Maître likes to look for the beauty and curiosities in life, one day at a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showhttps://reelreviewthesequels.buzzsprout.com/

Send a textHello Friends,On today's episode we cover:Kick the CanDrop In The BucketThe Grass Is Always GreenerLove Is BlindPlus we welcome Gareth Nock to our World Famous Game Show What Word Am I?Gretel le Maître Ponders Beauty, with Bede & other guestsGretel le Maître likes to look for the beauty and curiosities in life, one day at a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showhttps://reelreviewthesequels.buzzsprout.com/

Send a textHello Friends,On today's show we cover:Piece of the ActionI Wouldn't Touch That With A Ten Foot PoleKnow Which Side Your Bread Is Buttered OnThe Whole ShebangWe also welcome our newest contestant to the Show for the world famous game show- What Word Am I?Gretel le Maître Ponders Beauty, with Bede & other guestsGretel le Maître likes to look for the beauty and curiosities in life, one day at a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showhttps://reelreviewthesequels.buzzsprout.com/

Send a textHello Friends,On today's episode we cover:AssassinGo Over Like A Lead Balloon Vicious CircleScraping The Bottom Of The Barrel Laughing StockWe also welcome our newest contestant to our world famous game show, What Word Am I?Gretel le Maître Ponders Beauty, with Bede & other guestsGretel le Maître likes to look for the beauty and curiosities in life, one day at a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showhttps://reelreviewthesequels.buzzsprout.com/

Send a textIT'S SEASON 2 BABY!!!Welcome to Season 2 Everyone!On today's episode we cover:Think Outside The BoxAvocadoBuck (Money)Penny PinchingCream of The CropWe also discuss some words and their meanings from Prohibition.Don't forget to hang out until the end of the episode when we play our NEW World Famous game show, What Word Am I? We also get a completely impromptu phone call from our Season 1 Word Or Not A Word Champion, Kersti!It's season 2 baby!!!Gretel le Maître Ponders Beauty, with Bede & other guestsGretel le Maître likes to look for the beauty and curiosities in life, one day at a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showhttps://reelreviewthesequels.buzzsprout.com/