S5E8: Can’t Teach An Old Dog New Tricks

This week on Appraise The Phrase:

On this week’s episode, hosts Mario Hines and 20 explore the phrase ‘Can’t teach an old dog new tricks.’ They delve into its origins, historical context, and the implications it has on human behavior and learning. The conversation touches on the resistance to change, the importance of loyalty in friendships, and the humorous aspects of language. They also discuss the biblical roots of the phrase and challenge the notion that old dogs cannot learn new tricks, emphasizing that learning is a lifelong process.

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0:00 The Old Man & The C Student
1:17 The ATP Intro Theme
1:43 Check In: From YN to ON
6:30 That’s All I Have To Say About Can’t Teach An Old Dog New Tricks
9:01 Confirm the Meaning: Cambridge Disctionary, Oxford Dictionary, and Dictionary.com
13:18 Unveil The Origin: KJV Jeremiah 13:23
18:17 Story Time: Name One Habit You Refuse to Quit
22:52 Unveil The Origin: John Fitzherbert’s The Boke of Husbandry
29:08 Story Time: What Habit Will You Be Remembered For?
33:21 Unveil The Origin: Nathan Bailey’s Diverse Proverbs
37:27 Myth Buster: You CAN Teach Old Dogs New Tricks
39:32 Assess The Value: Phrase Grades
45:16 Dictionary of Misinformation: Rainfall and Smog

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