This week, Mario and Twenty unveil the origin, confirm the meaning, and assess the value of Beat A Dead Horse.

In this engaging conversation, the hosts Mario and 20, along with long-time friend of ATP D Lee, delve into the origins and meanings of everyday expressions, particularly focusing on the phrase beat the dead horse. They explore its historical context, emotional implications, and modern interpretations, providing listeners with a rich understanding of how language shapes communication and cultural expressions. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the metaphor of beating a dead horse, exploring its implications in personal and professional contexts. They discuss the origins of the phrase, its evolution, and the relevance of persistence in various scenarios. The conversation culminates in a grading of the phrase based on its impact and relevance, with humorous insights and personal anecdotes shared throughout.

Daniel, aka D Lee, is a writer and podcaster. You can find Daniel on Instagram and Twitter at @okdaniel. Check out his writing at https://medium.com/@danielsthoughts.

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0:00 Beat A Dead Franchise | The Fast and The Furious

1:23 ATP Theme

1:57 That Hawk Is Out

3:44 Welcome back D Lee

7:04 That's All I Have To Say About That

11:42 Confirm the Meaning: Merriam Webster Dictionary, Dictionary(dot)com

15:51 Unveil The Origin | Ancient Greek play Antigone by Sophocles

18:44 What Is The Advantage?

22:12 Unveil The Origin | What Is a Dead Horse In Gambling?

26:35 Have You Played a Dead Horse or worked a Dead Horse?

44:11 Unveil The Origin | Flogging A Dead Horse & Feeding A Fed Horse

40:26 Assess The Value | B

46:11 Dictionary of Misinformation: Humble Pie

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