Episode

Did You Eat? The Southern Language of Love

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Say It Anyway with Corey Proffitt-Boyd
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May 20, 2026
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Summary

This episode explores how many Southern families express love through actions, humor, and food rather than direct words, and how those expressions can be misunderstood.It reflects on generational coping—how survival, resilience, and wit replaced emotional language for older relatives—and how recognizing that changes our view of those who raised us.Ultimately, the host reminds listeners that imperfect, awkward, or loud love that consistently shows up is still love worth appreciating.