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The Cat"s Pyjamas

The Dictionfairy

A podcast for kids all about language and words. They are short episodes that explore words and how we use them, how our language has changed over time, and how language and literature has influenced our culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

kids & family education for kids

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17:14

Pirate Lingo: Sailing Through Words 🏴‍☠️

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2025/09/24

Pirates may have sailed the seas hundreds of years ago, but the way they talked still sails through our language today. Let’s hoist the sails and set off on an adventure to discover the story behind pirate lingo!Follow The Cat’s Pyjamas on your favourite podcast app so you don’t miss an episode! Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook. Got a favourite word or phrase you’d like me to look into? Head over to my website and get in contact! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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8:04

Unwrapping the Language of Christmas 🎄🎅

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2024/12/16

This episode dives into the festive expressions we hear during the holiday season. It unpacks their origins and meanings, showing how these phrases capture the joy, generosity, and traditions of Christmas. Perfect for kids, it’s a fun way to learn about the language that makes Christmas so special.Follow The Cat’s Pyjamas on your favourite podcast app so you don’t miss an episode! Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook. Got a favourite word or phrase you’d like me to look into? Head over to my

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12:10

Fairy Tale Phrases: Once Upon a Word

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2024/01/09

Once upon a time, in a land not too far away, words and phrases sprinkled with magic and wonder found their way into our stories. Have you ever wondered where these enchanting expressions come from? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:38

Tu Es Le Pyjama Des Chats 🐈🇫🇷

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2023/11/08

Huh? Has the Cat’s Pyjamas lost its mind? Nope, we’re just looking into all of the French words adopted into the English language and thought that might be a cool title for this episode! Make sure you listen so you can find out what it means!Follow The Cat’s Pyjamas on your favourite podcast app so you don’t miss an episode! Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook. Got a favourite word or phrase you’d like me to look into? Head over to my website and get in contact!📖FOLLOW ME HERE!👉🏽 TikTok -

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8:41

Is it Octopi or Octopuses? 🐙🐙

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2023/10/23

This episode is about the fascinating origins of the word “octopus”, and we aim to finally answer the question, is it octopi or octopuses? Follow The Cat’s Pyjamas on your favourite podcast app so you don’t miss an episode! Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook. Got a favourite word or phrase you’d like me to look into? Head over to my website and get in contact!📖FOLLOW ME HERE!👉🏽 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thedictionfairy_au👉🏽 Instagram - https//instagram.com/thedictionfairy👉🏽

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9:08

Between a Rock and a Hard Place

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2023/10/09

What does ancient Greek mythology and the movie Finding Nemo have to do with each other? Listen to this episode to find out!Follow The Cat’s Pyjamas on your favourite podcast app so you don’t miss an episode! 📖FOLLOW ME HERE!👉🏽 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thedictionfairy_au👉🏽 Instagram - https//instagram.com/thedictionfairy👉🏽 Facebook - https://facebook.com/thedictionfairy📖 Like what you see? Support me here:👉🏽 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thecatspyjamas Hosted on Acast. See

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6:15

Fancy A Sandwich? 🥪🥙

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2023/09/25

What’s your favourite thing to eat between two bits of bread? Did you know that the most commonly held theory of the origin of the word in this episode is actually not entirely correct? Listen to the episode to find out!Follow The Cat’s Pyjamas on your favourite podcast app so you don’t miss an episode! Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook. Got a favourite word or phrase you’d like me to look into? Head over to my website and get in contact!📖FOLLOW ME HERE!👉🏽 TikTok -

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7:01

It Shall Rain Dogs and Polecats 🐕🐈

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2023/09/11

Have you ever been caught in a storm or heavy rain and heard someone say it was “Raining cats and dogs?”. In this episode we explore where this extraordinary phrase comes from.Follow The Cat’s Pyjamas on your favourite podcast app so you don’t miss an episode! Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook. Got a favourite word or phrase you’d like me to look into? Head over to my website and get in contact! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:24

Robot

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2023/08/28

What’s a word that a play over 100 years old and a movie that only came out a few years ago have in common? Listen to this episode to find out where the word “robot” comes from and how it’s used in modern pop culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:05

The Happy Coincidence of Language

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2023/08/14

What word was inspired by a story and inspired stories to be written? In this episode, we find out where the word “serendipity” came from and how it has influenced the world since.Follow The Cat’s Pyjamas on your favourite podcast app so you don’t miss an episode! Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook. Got a favourite word or phrase you’d like me to look into? Head over to my website and get in contact! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:07

Listener Requests!

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2022/01/21

Thanks to you, my wonderful listeners, for your requested words! This episode includes four of these requested words and where they come from. Follow The Cat’s Pyjamas on your favourite podcast app so you don’t miss an episode! Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook. Got a favourite word or phrase you’d like me to look into? Head over to my website and get in contact! Why not listen to more of The Cat's Pyjamas from Bedtime FM Drop us an email to hello@bedtime.fm, or follow us on Facebook or

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9:34

Buttering You Up 🧈

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2021/11/12

It’s funny how often food shows up in our language. In this episode, we discover where the term “buttering you up” came from, and why humans seem to be so obsessed with food! 🧈 Follow The Cat’s Pyjamas on your favourite podcast app so you don’t miss an episode! Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook. Got a favourite word or phrase you’d like me to look into? Head over to my website and get in contact! Why not listen to more of The Cat's Pyjamas from Bedtime FM Drop us an email to

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7:22

What a Nightmare!

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2021/10/29

This episode looks at the word “nightmare” and the history behind it. We discover what happens when humans learn more about our world and the impact that has on our language. Follow The Cat’s Pyjamas on your favourite podcast app so you don’t miss an episode! Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook. Got a favourite word or phrase you’d like me to look into? Head over to my website and get in contact! Why not listen to more of The Cat's Pyjamas from Bedtime FM Drop us an email to hello@bedtime.fm,

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8:29

#coronaspeak🦠

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2021/10/14

Language is continuously evolving and shifting, and the last two years are no exception. In this episode we discuss how the pandemic state since 2020 has already affected our language and changed the way we use words.🦠 Follow The Cat’s Pyjamas on your favourite podcast app so you don’t miss an episode! Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook. Got a favourite word or phrase you’d like me to look into? Head over to my website and get in contact! Why not listen to more of The Cat's Pyjamas from

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5:40

You Are the Cat’s Pyjamas 😺😸🐾

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2021/10/01

Have you ever heard the phrase, “you’re the cat’s pyjamas”? Has someone ever said that about you? Listen to our first ever episode to find out what it means and why it is the name of my podcast. 😺😸🐾 Want some great resources that link to this episode? Head over to my website for some Story Starters and a Word Search. Post your completed Word Search on Instagram and tag @thedictionfairy for a shout out on the next episode! Follow The Cat’s Pyjamas on your favourite podcast app so you don’t miss an

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1:07

Welcome to the Cat’s Pyjamas!

The Cat"s Pyjamas ·

2021/09/27

Do you ever wonder where our words and language come from? The Cat’s Pyjamas is a podcast for kids all about language and words. They are short episodes that explore words and how we use them, how our language has changed over time, and how language and literature has influenced our culture. Perfect for bookworms, word nerds or kids who just love to learn things. So, are you ready to dive into the world of words? Why not listen to more of The Cat's Pyjamas from Bedtime FM Drop us an email to

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