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In this episode, Mario and Twenty delve into the origins and meanings of everyday expressions, particularly focusing on the phrase 'calling a spade a spade.' They explore its historical context, cultural significance, and the nuances of truth and bluntness in communication. As the episode continues, Mario and Twenty expose the complexities of language, accountability, and the implications of phrases like 'call a spade a spade.' They explore the historical context and mistranslation of the term, its racial connotations, and the importance of reclaiming language. Appraise The Phrase emphasizes the power of words and the responsibility that comes with using them, ultimately leading to a reflection on how language shapes our understanding of truth and accountability. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheUnderdog 00:00 Bill Burr And Black Dynamite: Calling A Spade A Spade 00:30 The ATP Intro Theme 01:01 Breaking Bread GOAT Phrase Champ Review 05:36 That's All I Have To Say About Calling A Spade A Spade 08:33 Confirm The Meaning: Cambridge Dictionary, Merriam Webster's, Dictionary.com definitions 11:47 Unveil The Origin: Greek of Plutarch's Apophthegmata 16:09 Unveil The Origin: The World Plutarch Wrote In: The Second Sophistic Sparta 20:33 Storytime: The nostalgia gap: What past era do we idolize today, that we actually would have a tough time surviving a week living in? 26:47 Unveil The Origin: The Common Misconception of The Call A Spade A Spade Passage 27:30 Unveil The Origin: Philip II of Macedon (Alexander The Great's Father) 30:56 Storytime: Will Smith's Oscars Slap - The Internet Called It An Assault In Real Time. Which Side Were You On? 36:19 Unveil The Origin: The Mistranslation That Gave Us Call A Spade A Spade 39:42 Unveil The Origin: Is It Racist To Call A Spade A Spade? 49:11 Storytime: Will You Stop Using The Word Spade? 51:02 Appraise The Phrase: Phrase Grades For Calling A Spade A Spade 55:25 The Dictionary of Misinformation: Samson and Delilah Follow Appraise The Phrase: Official Site: ➡️ https://appraisethephrase.com/ ATP YouTube: ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClhOT41ItFBzpXanbzfT0oQ (Shorts and exclusive clips) Twitter: ➡️ https://twitter.com/TheATPShow Instagram: ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/theappraisethephraseshow TikTok: ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@appraisethephrase