Balderdash and Piffle
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Presented by Victoria Coren, it was companion to the Oxford English Dictionary's Wordhunt, in which the writers of the dictionary asked the public for help in finding the origins and first known citations of a number of words and phrases. The OED panel consisted of John Simpson, the Chief Editor of the OED; Peter Gilliver, who was also the captain of the Oxford University Press team in University Challenge - the Professionals; and Tania Styles, who also appeared in "dictionary corner" in Countdown.
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2 Seasons • 15 Episodes
30 min per episode
2006 – 2007
Premiered: Mon, Jan 2, 2006
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Season 2, Episode 8: “Fashionistas”
The language of fashion is as changeable as the industry it serves. The OED needed your help with five fashion-related words and phrases, and in true style, the Wordhunt rose to the challenge and succeeded on every one. You heard it here first - Wordhunting is the new black!
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What is Balderdash and Piffle about?
Presented by Victoria Coren, it was companion to the Oxford English Dictionary's Wordhunt, in which the writers of the dictionary asked the public for help in finding the origins and first known citations of a number of words and phrases. The OED panel consisted of John Simpson, the Chief Editor of the OED; Peter Gilliver, who was also the captain of the Oxford University Press team in University Challenge - the Professionals; and Tania Styles, who also appeared in "dictionary corner" in Countdown.
How many seasons does Balderdash and Piffle have?
Balderdash and Piffle comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Balderdash and Piffle?
Key cast members in Balderdash and Piffle include Victoria Coren Mitchell.
Who created or directed Balderdash and Piffle?
Balderdash and Piffle was developed and directed by Not specified.