This week on ATP, Mario and Twenty are joined by Brittany N. Williams to explore the origins and meanings of everyday expressions, particularly focusing on the phrase ‘better safe than sorry.’ They discuss the importance of humor in serious conversations, share personal anecdotes, and delve into the historical context of phrases, highlighting the role of language in communication. In this engaging conversation, they delve into the nuances of communication, the balance between humor and seriousness, and the importance of community in personal growth. They reflect on their past mistakes and career decisions, exploring how these experiences shape their identities. The discussion also touches on the crafting of heroes in storytelling, emphasizing the significance of community support. Finally, they evaluate the phrase ‘better safe than sorry,’ considering its implications in their lives and decision-making processes.
Brittany N. Williams is an award-nominated actress and the award-nominated author of the YA historical fantasy trilogy The Forge & Fracture Saga. You can find her writing on Black Nerd Problems, Reactor Magazine, The Indypendent, The Gambit, Fireside Magazine, and in the Star Wars anthology From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram at @BrittanyActs and at brittanynwilliams.com
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00:00 Homer’s Enemy: Frank Grimes
00:44 The ATP Show Intro Theme
01:10 It’s Ok To Be A Chicago Hot Dog
03:01 Meet Author and Actress Brittany N. Williams
06:31 That’s All I Have To Say About Better Safe than Sorry
13:07 Confirm The Meaning: Merriam Webster’s Dictionary, Cambridge Dictionary, and Oxford Dictionary
18:04 Unveil The Origin: A 1st Century Latin Proverb
22:32 Story Time: Using Jokes To Get Your Message Across
27:09 Unveil The Origin: A Letter from Poet and Novelist Oliver Goldsmith
33:53 Story Time: Turning Mistakes Into Wins
43:12 Unveil The Origin: Samuel Lover & The Rory O’More Connection
45:51 Story Time: The Unexpected Hero
48:41 Assess The Value: Phrase Grade
59:33 The Dictionary of Misinformation: The Origin of Booze
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