The cat's out of the bag! We’re back with a brand new episode, and we didn’t cut any corners! This one is all about idioms, those funny expressions that don’t make sense until you know what they’re supposed to mean, like "steal my thunder" or "it's raining cats and dogs." Join Joy and co-host Zyah to learn all about the history behind some of the most comm ... Show More
Sep 9
The rise and fall of fancy men
We can learn a lot about what a culture thinks is important through its fashion. These days, most men don't wear makeup to work, or lace collars, or powdered wigs, but that wasn't always the case! Joy and co-host Max go on a journey to the history spa, where they get a 1770s make ... Show More
30m 6s
Sep 2
How pizza took over the world
Pizza is a food loved around the world. It started as a local dish served by street vendors in Naples, Italy. Not everyone loved it right away. But over time, pizza changed, and the world fell in love. Join Joy and co-host Zsa Zsa as they learn the fascinating history of this fan ... Show More
29m 4s
Sep 2025
480. 5 common and everyday English idioms you need to know
In today's episode, we're going to cover some of the top, must-know idioms that you'll hear in English! These idioms are great to sprinkle into your own conversation, but it will also help your comprehension when you understand other speakers better. Idioms are those funny little ... Show More
11m 43s
<p>In this episode, I explain ten more American Idioms</p>
<p>1. Flying off the handle</p>
<p>2. Jump the shark</p>
<p>3. Backseat driver</p>
<p>4. Bend over backwards</p>
<p>5. A lemon</p>
<p>6. To crack someone up</p>
<p>7. 86</p>
<p>8. Excuse my French </p>
<p>9. Flip the ... Show More