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History of Swear Words

History of Swear Words
★ 6.5/10•2021•20m•TV-MA•Documentary•Comedy
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An education in expletives.

This proudly profane series explores the history and impact of some of the most notorious bad words in the English language.

StatusEnded
Runtime20m
LanguageEN
First Air DateJan 5, 2021

Episodes

Episode 1 - F**kE120m

F**k

The silly putty of the English language, our most malleable swear word can refer to sex, rage, confusion, excitement and a whole lot more.

Jan 5, 2021

Episode 2 - Sh*tE220m

Sh*t

With medieval roots as a term for excrement, this filthy vulgarity evolved over time into something much more versatile — and sometimes even positive.

Jan 5, 2021

Episode 3 - BitchE320m

Bitch

Though it literally means "female dog," in recent years, some women have started to reclaim the "B word" as a term of strength and solidarity.

Jan 5, 2021

Episode 4 - D**kE420m

D**k

You can have one or you can be one. But how did an unassuming nickname for "Richard" become one of our most popular swear words?

Jan 5, 2021

Episode 5 - Pu**yE520m

Pu**y

From its feline origins to its modern slang uses describing genitalia or insulting manhood, learn how "pu**y" has stood the test of time.

Jan 5, 2021

Episode 6 - DamnE620m

Damn

Though quite mild when compared with its profane brethren, "damn" has maintained its meaning from biblical times and can still pack a punch even today.

Jan 5, 2021

Actors

Nicolas Cage

Nicolas Cage

Self - Host

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