The Last Straw - 11 December 2017

<p>Books for word lovers, plus the stories behind some familiar terms. Want a gift for your favorite bibliophile? Martha and Grant have recommendations, from a collection of curious words to some fun with Farsi. Plus, some people yell "Geronimo!" when they jump out of an airplane, but why that particular word? Also, we call something that heats air a heater, so why do we call something that cools the air an air conditioner? The answer lies in the history of manufacturing. Also, quaaltagh, snuba, the last straw vs. the last draw, and I have to go see a man about a horse.</p> <p>Listen to all episodes for free: https://waywordradio.org/<br />  <br /> Support the show to keep episodes coming: https://waywordradio.org/donate<br />  <br /> Your responses, questions, and comments are welcomed at any time! <br />  <br /> https://waywordradio.org/contact<br />  <br /> words@waywordradio.org<br />  <br /> Listener line 1 (877) 929-9673 toll-free in the US and Canada<br />  <br /> Text/SMS +1 (619) 567-9673<br />  <br /> Copyright Wayword, Inc., a 501(c)(3) corporation. All rights reserved.</p>