The Surprising Origins of Everyday Expressions from The Takeaway: Early Edition by feedback@thetakeaway.org (Public Radio International and WNYC Radio)

Why do we say we’re "flying by the seat of our pants?" Or that someone’s "got our goat?" Harry Oliver has researched hundreds of the quirky phrases we use in everyday life, and found out the history and stories behind each one. His new book is called “Flying by the Seat of Your Pants: Surprising Origins of Everyday Expressions.” Listen to the podcast.