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Origin Story

What are the real stories behind the most misunderstood and abused ideas in politics? From ‘woke’ to ‘centrism’ and beyond, this illuminating pod explores the hidden histories of the concepts you thought you knew. 

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ABOUT ORIGIN STORY

As published authors, both Ian Dunt and Dorian Lynskey are fascinated with the language used to share knowledge. But what happens when that language is ill-defined, poorly aged or flat-out meaningless? 

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Origin Story is their response. In each episode, Ian and Dorian focus their attention on exploring a single over-used (and over-abused) word or phrase. Through a combination of historical, etymological and contextual analysis, they unmask the true meaning of our most popular misinterpreted expressions—giving listeners keen insight into the murky nature of political and societal communication.​​

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With over 5.5m listens & views to date, a three-book series and sold out shows, Origin Story continues to go from strength to strength.

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PRESENTERS

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Dorian Lynskey

Dorian Lynskey is a writer, columnist and author of 33 Revolutions Per Minute: A History of Protest Songs and The Ministry of Truth: A Biography of George Orwell’s 1984.

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Ian Dunt

Ian Dunt is an independent columnist and author of How to be a Liberal.

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SUPPORT ORIGIN STORY

Origin Story is made possible in part by the generous support of our listeners. Our supporters receive Patreon-exclusive bonuses like: 

✔ All episodes ad-free
✔ Early episode access 
✔ A shoutout on the show 

✔ Bonus episodes

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