Episode 732 • • 1:03:53 - 1:05:28
732: Psych!
Hissy Fit Etymology, Adult Tantrums, Language Evolution
The hosts explore the origins and usage of the term "hissy fit," noting its first recorded appearance around 1934. They debate the redundancy of the word "fit" and suggest that "hissy" alone should suffice to describe an adult tantrum. The discussion highlights how the term has evolved from regional slang to a common descriptor for outbursts of temper.