The Best Episodes of History of Swear Words

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#1 - F**k
S1:E11/5/2021
The silly putty of the English language, our most malleable swear word can refer to sex, rage, confusion, excitement and a whole lot more.
Director:Christopher D'Elia
Writer:Bellamie Blackstone
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6.9/10(416 votes)
#2 - D**k
S1:E41/5/2021
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?
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6.8/10(508 votes)
#3 - Sh*t
S1:E21/5/2021
With medieval roots as a term for excrement, this filthy vulgarity evolved over time into something much more versatile — and sometimes even positive.
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6.8/10(374 votes)
#4 - Damn
S1:E61/5/2021
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.
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6.6/10(395 votes)
#5 - Pu**y
S1:E51/5/2021
From its feline origins to its modern slang uses describing genitalia or insulting manhood, learn how "pu**y" has stood the test of time.
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6.4/10(476 votes)
#6 - Bitch
S1:E31/5/2021
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.
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