Episode 4: A Zany Miscellany - podcast episode cover

Episode 4: A Zany Miscellany

Mar 02, 201815 minSeason 1Ep. 4
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Episode description

We explore Commedia dell'Arte, a form of popular entertainment originating in Italy in the 16th century, and trace how its colorful characters left their mark on the English language. Word List: vagabond, zany, Mr. Punch, harlequin, pants, denim, jeans. For a list of sources or to contact us, visit www.wordjourneyspodcast.com

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