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Evolution of Humor in Children
22:06 - 29:05 (06:58)
The introduction to humor for kids is usually lowbrow toilet humor, but the speed at which they transition into intelligent humor can be a marker of their growth. Nicknames based on crude actions, such as Shakespeare or Wagstaff, are common among children who have not yet developed sophisticated humor.
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The hosts discuss the origins and evolution of surnames and how they can reflect cultural and societal norms, with examples such as nicknames based on unique behaviors or traits.
22:06 - 27:17 (05:10)
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The hosts discuss the origins and evolution of surnames and how they can reflect cultural and societal norms, with examples such as nicknames based on unique behaviors or traits.
ChapterEvolution of Humor in Children
EpisodeWhat's in a surname?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The introduction to humor for kids is often lowbrow toilet humor, but the speed at which they evolve into intelligent humor is a significant marker.
27:17 - 29:05 (01:48)
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The introduction to humor for kids is often lowbrow toilet humor, but the speed at which they evolve into intelligent humor is a significant marker. Many plays, except Shakespeare, from the medieval era were filled with blue and dirty body humor, which gave rise to intelligent humor over time.