History of Swear Words 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.

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Documentary
Comedy
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First Aired on

Jan 05, 2021

1 seaons till Jan 05, 2021

Popularity: 12.5059
82 votes
Networks
Status: Ended

Show Ended

Last episode: Damn

Seasons & episodes

Total 1 seasons, 6 episodes

Miniseries

Aired

6 Episodes
  • Episode 1F**k21 min

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

  • Episode 2Sh*t21 min

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

  • Episode 3Bitch21 min

    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.

  • Episode 4D**k21 min

    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?

  • Episode 5Pu**y20 min

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

Crew & Team

Joe Farrell

Executive Producer

Christopher D'Elia

Co-Executive Producer

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