Wild Goose Chase” & “Wrong End of the Stick” and the Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions
Dec 22, 2025
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On this episode of Our American Stories, Andrew Thompson shares another slice of his guide to understanding the baffling mini-mysteries of the English language. His book is Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red: The Curious Origins of Everyday Sayings and Fun Phrases. This time, Andrew explores the backstories of phrases like “wild goose chase” and “wrong end of the stick,” among others.
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