History of Swear Words

2021 - 2021

F**k

5th January 2021

Episode 1

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

Sh*t

5th January 2021

Episode 2

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

Bitch

5th January 2021

Episode 3

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.

D**k

5th January 2021

Episode 4

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?

Pu**y

5th January 2021

Episode 5

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

Damn

5th January 2021

Episode 6

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.

Top Cast

Nicolas Cage

Documentary Comedy

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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Nicolas Cage

Self - Host

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Joe Farrell

Executive Producer

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Christopher D'Elia

Co-Executive Producer

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Melissa Beck

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Tyler Shanklin

Animation Coordinator

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