Ancient History
Some scientists believe the resurrection of this prehistoric pachyderm will better the environment and slow climate change.
The Woolly Mammoth
In Greek mythology, this race of giants had a single eye in the center of their foreheads.
The Cyclops
The original term is the name of the only bird that can hover in flight; the Spoonerized phrase is a group of hitchhiking deer.
A Humming Bird and a Bumming Herd
He was Mayberry's lovable town drunk.
Otis Campbell
When it's up to you to make the next move.
The Ball is in Your Court
This famous (and delicious!) sauce, made mostly of egg yolks and melted butter, is one of the five French "mother sauces?"
Hollandaise Sauce
Known as the "Father of Medicine," the name of this ancient Greek physician lives on in the form of an oath of ethics that has been taken by medical practitioners for more than 2000 years.
Hippocrates
Known for his inhuman cruelty, this 15th century ruler of what is now Romania inspired the creation of Count Dracula in Bram Stoker's famous 1897 novel.
Vlad III, aka: Vlad the Impaler or Vlad Dracula
The original phrase was the name of an ice cream parlor in town; the Spoonerized phrase is something you might get from there if you didn't pay before leaving.
Cold Stone and Stoled Cone (forgive the improper grammar!)
In the very first episode Barney thanks Andy for letting him be his deputy, even though they are this blood relation.
Cousins
To begin something in a strong, forceful way.
To Come out Fighting (or Swinging)
Did you know, considered second only to Superman in the DC Comic Universe, this defender of justice was the first superhero without special powers?
Batman
This major Tennessee city was named for the former capital of Ancient Egypt, just south of Cairo along the bank of the Nile.
Memphis
Perseus defeated the Kraken and saved the fair Andromeda armed with only a sword and the severed head of this legendary gorgon.
Medusa
The original phrase describes someone fulfilling the more mundane responsibilities of house and yard work; the Spoonerized phrase is something termites love to do.
Doing Chores and Chewing Doors
This character, played by Howard Morris, was a loud, wild, and rowdy hillbilly with a scruffy, unkempt appearance, a maniacal laugh, and a penchant for trouble-making.
Ernest T. Bass
To abandon a struggle or admit defeat.
Throw in the Towel
Did you know, this 16th century mathematician and astronomer was the first to formulate a model of the universe with the Sun rather than the Earth at its center?
Nicolaus Copernicus
Like the Sword in the Stone, whoever could untie this twisted knot of Greek legend would be destined to rule Asia - in answer to the challenge, Alexander the Great cut through it with his sword.
The Gordian Knot
This mythical horror of the Western US and Canada is described as a giant, emaciated humanoid with a heart of ice whose approach is preceded by a sudden foul stench and freezing chill.
The Wendigo
The original phrase is somewhere you may find an egg; the Spoonerized phrase is the finest output from someone slavishly devoted to intellectual or academic pursuits.
A Bird's Nest and a Nerd's Best
Sheriff Taylor and the little town of Mayberry were first introduced on an episode of this popular television show in which the title character is arrested by Andy after running a stop sign while passing through town.
The Danny Thomas Show
Unexpected, odd or strange; unconventional or even completely wrong.
Out in Left Field
Did you know, on February 22, 1819, the US bought this state from Spain for $5M?
Florida
Created in the 15th century BC, the oldest object in New York City's Central Park is an obelisk also known as the "Needle" of this Egyptian queen.
Cleopatra
King Minos built an intricate labyrinth to trap this fearsome creature with the body of a man and the head of a bull.
The Minotaur
The original term is something you cook in; the Spoonerized term is something celebrities loathe.
A Frying Pan and a Prying Fan.
Don Knotts (Andy Griffith was never nominated)
To begin too early or hastily.
Jump the Gun
Did you know, “what hath God wrought?” was the first message ever sent using this form of communication, May 24, 1844?
The Telegraph
Played by Gerard Butler in the film "300," this Spartan king famously led his force of 300 soldiers against a Persian army of more than 3,000 in the Battle of Thermopylae.
Leonidas
On April 12, 1934, a now famous photo was published on the front page of the London Daily Mail newspaper as proof of the existence of this.
The Loch Ness Monster
The original term describes an evil genius's grand scheme; the Spoonerized term is a gentleman that finishes interior walls.
A Master Plan and a Plaster Man
Because of his itchy trigger finger, Barney Fife kept his one bullet here, instead of in his gun.
His Shirt Pocket
To willingly undertake an unpleasant task or make a personal sacrifice for the benefit of others.
Take One For the Team
Did you know this lady, twice named the greatest singer of all time by Rolling Stone Magazine, was the first woman ever inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?
Aretha Franklin