History of Swear Words(2021)

6.5

1 Seasons

DocumentaryComedy

"An education in expletives."

Overview

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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Ep 1

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.

05/01/202121 min

Ep 2

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.

05/01/202121 min

Ep 3

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.

05/01/202121 min

Ep 4

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?

05/01/202121 min

Ep 5

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.

05/01/202120 min

Ep 6

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.

05/01/202120 min