66. Menhir

Get ready for an episode that really rocks! And it’s ’cause we’re talkin’ about rocks! This week, Emily and Kyle explore the meaning and origin of the word menhir. They begin by discussing this word’s origin in one of the Celtic languages, like Breton, Cornish, or Welsh, as well as skimming through a bit of Celtic history. Then they take a look at other prehistoric stone monuments akin to the menhir: the stone circle, dolmen, and cairn among them. They talk about famous megaliths and monoliths, like Stonehenge, the Moai (better known as the Easter Island statues), and several others. And lastly, they speculate on why some ancient standing stones might’ve been stood up in the first place. Join us every week as we explore the fascinating origins and meanings of words, uncovering the hidden stories behind language and how it evolves over time, for language enthusiasts and etymology buffs alike. Like and follow us on Instagram and Facebook ⁠@ButterNoParsnipsPodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok ⁠@ButterNoParsnips⁠ Support us! ⁠⁠www.patreon.com/ButterNoParsnips⁠⁠ Produced by Seth Gliksman, Kyle Imperatore, and Emily Moyers Main theme and accompanying themes by Kyle Imperatore