In earlier episodes of Animalogy Podcast, we talked about parts of our anatomy named for their resemblance to animals, such as muscle and coccyx. In today's episode, we look at the animal-related words we have for diseases and cures, including cancer, vaccine, and .... well, you'll have to listen for more! Thanks to supporters, Animalogy is a 100% listener supported podcast. Become a supporter today.

In earlier episodes of Animalogy Podcast, we talked about parts of our anatomy named for their resemblance to animals, such as muscle and coccyx. In today's episode, we look at the animal-related words we have for diseases and cures, including cancer, vaccine, and .... well, you'll have to listen for more! Thanks to supporters, Animalogy is a 100% listener supported podcast. <a href="http://www.patreon.com/colleenpatrickgoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Become a supporter today</a>.

Vaccines Are Full of Bull? Animal-Related Words for Diseases and Cures

Have you ever been "fleeced"? Have you ever "gone in search of the golden fleece" or "pulled the wool over someone's eyes"? Are your opinions "dyed in the wool"? In today's episode of Animalogy, I discuss the animal origins of these words and expressions, all of which have to do with the hair of sheep. In other words, they're Animalogies! Thank you to the supporters of today's episode. Become a patreon today!

Have you ever been "fleeced"? Have you ever "gone in search of the golden fleece" or "pulled the wool over someone's eyes"? Are your opinions "dyed in the wool"? In today's episode of Animalogy, I discuss the animal origins of these words and expressions, all of which have to do with the hair of sheep. In other words, they're Animalogies! Thank you to the supporters of today's episode. Become a <a href="http://www.patreon.com/colleenpatrickgoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">patreon</a> today!

Don’t Get Fleeced or Pull the Wool Over Your Eyes: Expressions from the Hair of Sheep

We have many words built from the English word for "bear," the Latin word for "bear," and the Greek word for "bear," and we have many expressions and phrases built from the same ursine animal. Of course there are also expressions using the verb "to bear," as in "to carry," such as in "bearing fruit, bearing a child, or bearing a burden or a grudge. Let's explore the origins of all of these. Thank you for supporting Animalogy Podcast at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau

We have many words built from the English word for "bear," the Latin word for "bear," and the Greek word for "bear," and we have many expressions and phrases built from the same ursine animal. Of course there are also expressions using the verb "to bear," as in "to carry," such as in "bearing fruit, bearing a child, or bearing a burden or a grudge. Let's explore the origins of all of these. Thank you for supporting Animalogy Podcast at <a href="http://Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau</a>

Berserk for Bears: Words from our Ursine Animals

The word “fly” is a very old word, and of course we have many expressions and nouns that contain the word "fly" itself, but do you know that there are dozens of familiar words whose origins reside in flies and other winged insects? 

The word “fly” is a very old word, and of course we have many expressions and nouns that contain the word "fly" itself, but do you know that there are dozens of familiar words whose origins reside in flies and other winged insects?

Drawing Listeners Like Flies (Hopefully): Words from our Winged Insects

In a pivotal scene in David Lynch’s film, The Elephant Man, the main character turns on those who are cruelly taunting him and declares “I am not an elephant! I am not an animal! I am a human being! I...am...a man.” The crowd disperses. Ever since the first time I saw this movie, I’ve had the same reaction. As a sympathetic viewer, I’m relieved that Merrick decries his abusers, but in making a claim for the dignity he deserves as a man, the implication is that the abuse would be acceptable if he were “an animal.” And yet, human and non-human, we are all animals. We are all made of the same stuff, evident even in the word “animal,” whose root word means “soul.” Supporters make this podcast possible, and they receive written transcripts of each and every episode.

In a pivotal scene in David Lynch’s film, The Elephant Man, the main character turns on those who are cruelly taunting him and declares “I am not an elephant! I am not an animal! I am a human being! I...am...a man.” The crowd disperses. Ever since the first time I saw this movie, I’ve had the same reaction. As a sympathetic viewer, I’m relieved that Merrick decries his abusers, but in making a claim for the dignity he deserves as a man, the implication is that the abuse would be acceptable if he were “an animal.” And yet, human and non-human, we are all animals. We are all made of the same stuff, evident even in the word “animal,” whose root word means “soul.” <a href="http://www.patreon.com/colleenpatrickgoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Supporters</a> make this podcast possible, and they receive written transcripts of each and every episode.

What's in a Name? The Soul of an Animal

If I asked you to name some cities and countries named after animals, how many could you come up with? You might think of obvious ones, such as Buffalo NY; Beaver, UY; White Horse, NJ; or Eagle River in Ontario; or Weston-Under-Lizard near Birmingham in the UK. But what about cities and countries around the world whose animal origins are much less apparent? Join me today as we explore our connection with animals through geographical locations inspired by animals. Supporters make this podcast possible and receive written transcripts of each an every episode. Become a supporter today. 

If I asked you to name some cities and countries named after animals, how many could you come up with? You might think of obvious ones, such as Buffalo NY; Beaver, UY; White Horse, NJ; or Eagle River in Ontario; or Weston-Under-Lizard near Birmingham in the UK. But what about cities and countries around the world whose animal origins are much less apparent? Join me today as we explore our connection with animals through geographical locations inspired by animals. Supporters make this podcast possible and receive written transcripts of each an every episode. Become a <a href="http://www.patreon.com/colleenpatrickgoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporter</a> today.

Geographical Place Names with Animal Origins

"Piggyback" has nothing to do with pigs! In fact, there are many seemingly animal-related words and phrases in the English language that have nothing to do with animals at all! In today’s episode, I offer up the backstory to words such as piggyback, monkey wrench, round robin, and spelling bee.  Thanks to listener supporters who receive transcripts of every episode.

"Piggyback" has nothing to do with pigs! In fact, there are many seemingly animal-related words and phrases in the English language that have nothing to do with animals at all! In today’s episode, I offer up the backstory to words such as piggyback, monkey wrench, round robin, and spelling bee.  Thanks to <a href="http://www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/support/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">listener supporters</a> who receive transcripts of every episode.

Piggyback: Animal Words with No Animal Origins

By now you would have listened to the Animalogy episodes about the words muscle, coccyx, and tragus — all parts of our body. All words from animals. Today, we have an entire episode on a number of other terms for parts of our anatomy that have animals hiding within. These and many more reflect how deeply rooted animals are in our consciousness, in our history, in our lives — and deep in our animal bones.  Thank you, listeners and supporters! Supporters receive transcripts of each and every episode. Go to Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau to get your perks today!

By now you would have listened to the Animalogy episodes about the words muscle, coccyx, and tragus — all parts of our body. All words from animals. Today, we have an entire episode on a number of other terms for parts of our anatomy that have animals hiding within. These and many more reflect how deeply rooted animals are in our consciousness, in our history, in our lives — and deep in our animal bones.  Thank you, listeners and supporters! <a href="http://www.patreon.com/colleenpatrickgoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Supporters</a> receive transcripts of each and every episode. Go to <a href="http://Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau</a> to get your perks today!

Animals in Our Bones: Anatomy Terms from Animals

The word meat goes back at least as far as 731 AD, but it didn't mean then what it does today. Its meaning was much broader. Understanding the history and evolution of the word can go a long way in normalizing plant-based meats and eschewing the derogatory qualifiers: “fake,” “faux,” “alternative,” “imitation,” “mock,” “replacement,” “analog,” or “substitute." Words matter.

The word meat goes back at least as far as 731 AD, but it didn't mean then what it does today. Its meaning was much broader. Understanding the history and evolution of the word can go a long way in normalizing plant-based meats and eschewing the derogatory qualifiers: “fake,” “faux,” “alternative,” “imitation,” “mock,” “replacement,” “analog,” or “substitute." Words matter.

Vegetarians Eat Meat: The History and Future of the Word

Whereas the word veal in English simply means “flesh of a calf” and pork in English means “flesh of a pig used as food,” hidden in many of the Anglo-Saxon/Old English and Proto-Indo-European words for the living animals are clues about the physical, behavioral, or vocal characteristics of the living animals, reflecting a tendency to name animals based on typical attributes or activities.  Supporters receive written transcripts of each podcast episode. Visit AnimalogyPodcast.com for more.

Whereas the word veal in English simply means “flesh of a calf” and pork in English means “flesh of a pig used as food,” hidden in many of the Anglo-Saxon/Old English and Proto-Indo-European words for the living animals are clues about the physical, behavioral, or vocal characteristics of the living animals, reflecting a tendency to name animals based on typical attributes or activities.  Supporters receive written transcripts of each podcast episode. Visit <a href="http://www.animalogypodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AnimalogyPodcast.com</a> for more.

Animal Characteristics in Word Histories: Who They Are in What We Say

ANIMALOGY is a podcast about language, the animal-related words and phrases we use every day, and how they reflect and affect our relationship with animals. Hosted by Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, bestselling author, long-time podcaster, and self-proclaimed zoolinguaphile, Animalogy will change the way you talk -- and think -- about animals. For show notes and more, visit animalogypodcast.com.

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ANIMALOGY is a podcast about language, the animal-related words and phrases we use every day, and how they reflect and affect our relationship with animals. Hosted by Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, bestselling author, long-time podcaster, and self-proclaimed zoolinguaphile, Animalogy will change the way you talk -- and think -- about animals. For show notes and more, visit <a href="http://animalogypodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">animalogypodcast.com</a>.

Animalogy \ The Animals in Our Everyday Words & Phrases

Circle

Of the 88 constellations officially recognized by Western astronomy, 40 of them are named after animals — 43 if you count the mythical animals. We’re going to talk about 12 of them today — the 12 that make up the zodiac from Western astrology — ALL of which contain animals. After all, the word zodiac is Greek for “circle of little animals.” ---- Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement — Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements. 

Of the 88 constellations officially recognized by Western astronomy, 40 of them are named after animals — 43 if you count the mythical animals. We’re going to talk about 12 of them today — the 12 that make up the zodiac from Western astrology — ALL of which contain animals. After all, the word zodiac is Greek for “circle of little animals.” ---- Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.joyfulvegan.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.joyfulvegantrips.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul>

Zodiac: A Circle of Animals — Literally

Coccyx is a small triangle-shaped bone at the base of the spinal column in humans and other apes, such as gibbons, orangutans, gorillas, and chimpanzees. Representing a vestigial tail and most commonly called the tailbone, coccyx was the name given to this part of our anatomy by ancient Greek physician Galen because of its resemblance to an animal, making the word an "animalogy." Can you guess the etymology? All is revealed in this episode of Animalogy, a podcast about language and the animal-related words and expressions we use every day. More at AnimalogyPodcast.com. 

Coccyx is a small triangle-shaped bone at the base of the spinal column in humans and other apes, such as gibbons, orangutans, gorillas, and chimpanzees. Representing a vestigial tail and most commonly called the tailbone, coccyx was the name given to this part of our anatomy by ancient Greek physician Galen because of its resemblance to an animal, making the word an "animalogy." Can you guess the etymology? All is revealed in this episode of Animalogy, a podcast about language and the animal-related words and expressions we use every day. More at <a href="http://www.animalogypodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AnimalogyPodcast.com</a>.

Coccyx: Please Don't Sit on the Cuckoo

For years, the dairy industry has been trying to make it illegal for nondairy milk companies to use the word “milk," asserting that the word “milk” should be used to refer only to the lacteal secretions of cows. Today, I'm joined by Michele Simon, public health lawyer and director of the first trade group to represent plant-based foods companies, to talk about the legal definitions of milk, ice cream, cheese, butter, and yogurt as they pertain to food labeling and what the dairy industry is so afraid of that they are using Congress to pass a bill to squelch competition. Thank you for sharing and supporting Animalogy. 

For years, the dairy industry has been trying to make it illegal for nondairy milk companies to use the word “milk," asserting that the word “milk” should be used to refer only to the lacteal secretions of cows. Today, I'm joined by Michele Simon, public health lawyer and director of the first trade group to represent plant-based foods companies, to talk about the legal definitions of milk, ice cream, cheese, butter, and yogurt as they pertain to food labeling and what the dairy industry is so afraid of that they are using Congress to pass a bill to squelch competition. Thank you for sharing and supporting Animalogy.

Who Owns the Word "Milk"?

Throughout the episodes of Animalogy, I’ll be talking about the Proto-Indo-European reconstructed language, the related Indo-European languages, Old English (or Anglo-Saxon), the Norman invasion, Latin, Greek, and different types of sound changes that have occurred in English. In order to provide some context for what might be unfamiliar bits of history or linguistics, I'm offering this brief overview of this remarkable language called English. Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement — Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements. 

Throughout the episodes of Animalogy, I’ll be talking about the Proto-Indo-European reconstructed language, the related Indo-European languages, Old English (or Anglo-Saxon), the Norman invasion, Latin, Greek, and different types of sound changes that have occurred in English. In order to provide some context for what might be unfamiliar bits of history or linguistics, I'm offering this brief overview of this remarkable language called English. Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.joyfulvegan.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.joyfulvegantrips.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul>

History of English in 10 (ish) Minutes

Paul Shapiro

Semantics play a significant role in shaping public perception about animals and animal welfare. The meat, dairy, and egg industries go to great lengths to remove harsh terminology and replace it with euphemisms that conceal the truth and sanitize violence. In today’s episode, I talk to someone who knows this all too well: Paul Shapiro, Vice President of Policy at The Humane Society of the United States. Join us as we discuss euphemisms and doublespeak used by animal agriculture and the best terms for plant-based and cultured meat.  Thank you for supporting, subscribing to, and sharing Animalogy.

Semantics play a significant role in shaping public perception about animals and animal welfare. The meat, dairy, and egg industries go to great lengths to remove harsh terminology and replace it with euphemisms that conceal the truth and sanitize violence. In today’s episode, I talk to someone who knows this all too well: Paul Shapiro, Vice President of Policy at The Humane Society of the United States. Join us as we discuss euphemisms and doublespeak used by animal agriculture and the best terms for plant-based and cultured meat.  Thank you for supporting, subscribing to, and sharing <a href="http://www.animalogypodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Animalogy</a>.

The Semantics of Meat (with Paul Shapiro)

The practice of hunting wild birds with trained birds -- for fun is called falconry. Though it came into its own almost 1,000 years ago in England after the Norman invasion, it continues to have a stronghold in our contemporary English language. I hope I can lure you to join me today as I share all of the words and expressions that come from this blood sport and to hear about the time *I* was roused to try my hand at falconry and why I turned tail by the end of it.  Thank you to listeners, subscribers and supporters of ANIMALOGY! 

The practice of hunting wild birds with trained birds -- for fun is called falconry. Though it came into its own almost 1,000 years ago in England after the Norman invasion, it continues to have a stronghold in our contemporary English language. I hope I can lure you to join me today as I share all of the words and expressions that come from this blood sport and to hear about the time *I* was roused to try my hand at falconry and why I turned tail by the end of it.  Thank you to listeners, subscribers and <a href="http://www.patreon.com/colleenpatrickgoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporters</a> of ANIMALOGY!

Falconry: Fed Up and Looking Haggard

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