SwingLish : Are You Hep to the Jive?

Khiem and Dominic discuss the origins and terminology of the word "Hep." It's the first episode recorded from 2019 but we thought we'd share it out to the world to enjoy! (Or criticize :)) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/swinglish/support

English is a rabbit hole of weird colloquialisms and rhythms. Join Khiem and Dominic as they take you on a journey of the English Language, investigating swing dance culture and the terms and expressions that surround it. What does it mean to be killer diller? Why do they call it Lindy Hop or Charleston to begin with? What are Cats, and why do they wear pajamas? Find out as we explore and ask, "Are you hep to the Jive?" Intro Music by Cab Calloway, song called "Are You Hep to the Jive? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/swinglish/support