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America's Secret Slang

Host Zach Selwyn hits the streets to ask everyday people what they know about the origins and meaning of American slang, and then he reveals the true etymology and hidden history of common phrases and words that are unique to the United States. In each 30-minute episode, Selwyn focuses on a specific period in American history, revealing words that originated during that era or had significance for the geographic region.

2013 2 seasons · 14 episodes Canceled
  • Comedy
  • Documentary

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9 platforms currently listed across all viewing options

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First aired
Seasons
2
Episodes
14
Status
Canceled

Latest aired episode

S2 E8

Hail to the Chief

Aired 30 min

Presidents, sex and romance, and manners have influenced American English.

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Season guide

Most recent seasons first

2 season entries

  • Season 2

    8 episodes

    First episode aired

  • Season 1

    6 episodes

    First episode aired

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