This proudly profane series explores the history and impact of some of the most notorious bad words in the English language.
Cast: Nicolas Cage
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Miniseries
6 episodes
1. F**kThe silly putty of the English language, our most malleable swear word can refer to sex, rage, confusion, excitement and a whole lot more.TV-MACC20minJan 5, 2021
2. Sh*tWith medieval roots as a term for excrement, this filthy vulgarity evolved over time into something much more versatile — and sometimes even positive.TV-MACC20minJan 5, 2021
3. BitchThough it literally means "female dog," in recent years, some women have started to reclaim the "B word" as a term of strength and solidarity.TV-MACC20minJan 5, 2021
4. D**kYou can have one or you can be one. But how did an unassuming nickname for "Richard" become one of our most popular swear words?TV-MACC20minJan 5, 2021
5. Pu**yFrom its feline origins to its modern slang uses describing genitalia or insulting manhood, learn how "pu**y" has stood the test of time.TV-MACC20minJan 5, 2021
6. DamnThough quite mild when compared with its profane brethren, "damn" has maintained its meaning from biblical times and can still pack a punch even today.TV-MACC20minJan 5, 2021
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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.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Joe Farrell
- Cast
- Nicolas Cage
