Language: Drive-thru or Sit-down?

Isn't it funny how words and phrases--language itself--regain power when we learn the pedigree? It's as if there's a latent universe where the colors and sounds are just brighter and more interesting. When we dig deeper, not only do we discover more sticky, human meaningfulness, we also find lost ideas.

Ever wonder where the phrase "No strings attached" comes from? I didn't. Puppets? Fishing? Nah. This gentleman will tell you a nice story:English Cut