History of Swear Words

20min

Documentary

Comedy

This proudly profane series explores the history and impact of some of the most notorious bad words in the English language.

Episodes

Cast

F**k

1. F**k

21min

5th Jan 2021

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

2. Sh*t

21min

5th Jan 2021

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

Bitch

3. Bitch

21min

5th Jan 2021

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

4. D**k

21min

5th Jan 2021

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

5. Pu**y

20min

5th Jan 2021

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

6. Damn

20min

5th Jan 2021

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.

First air date

5th Jan 2021

Last air date

5th Jan 2021

Status

Ended

Type

Miniseries

Original language

en

Networks